Richard E. Holly

For over 25 years, Richard has been helping companies improve bottom lines results by identifying opportunities for operational and financial improvement and implementing solutions that create value. Successes include turning around two public charities, a professional association, and a privately held communications firm. As CFO, Richard is responsible for overseeing the Finance and Administrative Functions including Information Technology, Human Resources, Facilities, and Administration. Prior to African Wildlife Foundation, Richard served in a variety of financial leadership roles in not-for-profit and for-profit companies in the healthcare, education, professional services, manufacturing, and basic materials industries. Richard holds an International M.B.A. from the Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina and a B.S. in International Public Affairs from Oklahoma State University. He is a licensed CPA in the state of Virginia, and he has also earned the right to use the CFA® charter designation. Holly is a fluent French speaker, having worked in France for 10 years, and is an active member of the French American Chamber of Commerce.