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Lawrence Galloway

@lawrencegalloway

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Veteran executive leader in finance and business administration.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my financial expertise in a dynamic environment focused on growth and community impact.

I am a seasoned and visionary business and education administrator with over ten years of executive leadership experience across diverse financial sectors. My expertise lies in formulating strategic initiatives, efficiently allocating resources, and nurturing community engagement. I have a proven track record of steering and motivating teams toward achieving organizational financial objectives and significant milestones.

As the Vice President of Finance at IDEA Public Charter Schools, I lead the budgeting, compliance, and execution of a $1 billion national budget across four states. I act as a financial advisor to the superintendent and CFO, managing the monthly disbursement of approximately $30 million in payroll and benefit expenses. My efforts have contributed to the development of a financial expansion model aimed at achieving a goal of 100,000 students by 2025.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Vice President of Finance

IDEA Public Charter Schools

Led the budgeting, compliance, and execution of IDEA Charter Schools and IPS's $1B national budget across four states. Managed the monthly disbursement of approximately $30M in payroll and benefit expenses.

Financial Analysis Executive Leadership

Chief Financial Officer

DeSoto Independent School District

Steered the program and fiscal compliance of over $120M in local, state, and federal funds. Implemented all capital market activities, including tax-exempt bonds and commercial banking, while maintaining a BBB investment-grade credit rating.

Financial Compliance Executive Leadership Real Estate And Asset Acquisition Financial Analysis

Chief Operating Officer

Marlin Independent School District

Served as the lead and confidential financial and operational advisor to the Board of Managers and Superintendent. Led, supervised, and implemented the budgeting, planning, and spending of a $12.1M debt-free budget.

Financial Planning Budgeting Operational Management Financial Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Maryland

Master of Business Administration, Finance/Leadership

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance/Leadership. This program provided advanced knowledge in financial management and executive leadership principles.

Southern University A&M College

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a concentration in Management. The curriculum focused on economic principles and management strategies.