Larisa M.

Larisa M. is a finance leader and adjunct professor with over 20 years of experience in both nonprofit and corporate sectors, managing organizations with assets ranging from $50 million to $3 billion. They currently serve as Chief Financial Officer at the ACLU, overseeing financial operations and strategic planning, and teach finance courses at Fordham Gabelli School of Business. Previously, Larisa worked at notable firms such as Arthur Andersen LLP and Grant Thornton LLP, and has held various leadership roles, including CFO at the Academy of Management and VP of Finance at the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship. With extensive expertise in financial compliance, investment strategy, and operational finance, they are dedicated to mentoring future finance professionals and influencing strategic governance in mission-driven organizations.