Samantha Hayford

Samantha Hayford is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience in financial planning and analysis. Currently serving as a Senior Analyst at Coca-Cola Beverages Florida since March 2022, Samantha previously held various roles at the David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, including Director of Education Finance & Admissions and Staff Accountant. In these roles, responsibilities included overseeing budgeting, forecasting, day-to-day financial management, and administrative functions. Samantha holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of South Florida, obtained between 2001 and 2008.