Now that the freezes have turned into real programmatic cuts and the end of specific federal funding sources, how to best apply the funds you have will be paramount in your future. Hoping that court orders may hold back some of these cuts or that you may be able to raise enough private funds to offset losses can be part of your plan, but they can’t be the whole plan. Tough decisions will need to be made on how to strategically manage your treasury going forward. NAO invites you to this strategic finance session to reforecast your budget in these chaotic times.
This session is part of 5-part series, Facing the New Reality: Strategic Paths for Nonprofits, presented in partnership with Nonprofit Association of Oregon.
Non-Members: $60
About the Presenter: Lesley Bennett, CFO, CFO Solutions
Lesley is a versatile accounting and finance professional with over 15 years of experience in public and nonprofit sectors overseeing compliance, payroll, bookkeeping, forecasting, audits, and budgeting. She has broad knowledge of policy, research, project management, board development, and community relations. Prior to joining CFO Selections, Lesley was the Director of Operations and Finance at the Latino Network. There she served as a member of the organization’s Leadership Team and managed a $6.8M annual budget. She brings a unique and dynamic perspective to each organization, benefiting from her diverse experiences throughout her career in organizations such as the U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Department of Education, and various non-profits throughout Oregon such as Willamette Partnership, Oregon League of Conservation Voters and Bicycle Transportation Alliance.