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Shayne Kavanagh
GFOA promotes thriving communities by improving the state of public finance. My role is to lead R&D at GFOA.
Shayne Kavanagh is a seasoned professional with a strong background in government financial management and technology, based in the Chicagoland area.
With extensive experience in suburban government and a current role as the Senior Manager of Research at the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), Shayne excels in guiding local governments towards making informed and effective financial decisions.
His expertise spans various aspects such as long-term strategic planning, risk analysis, financial policy development, and more, all geared towards enhancing the financial decision-making processes of local governments.
Shayne Kavanagh holds a Master's in Public Administration with a focus on Urban Management, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Economics, both from Northern Illinois University.
Throughout his career, Shayne has been actively involved in esteemed organizations including the National Academy of Public Administration, the University of Chicago's Center for Municipal Finance, ProbabilityManagement.org, and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), where he has held key roles driving research and knowledge in the field of government financial management.
