Velma R. Hart, MBA, FASAE, CAE

Velma R. Hart, MBA, FASAE, CAE has a diverse and extensive work experience. Currently, they hold the position of Chief Operating Officer at Construction Specifications Institute since April 2019. In addition, they are a Partner at Association Investment Partners (AIP) since May 2021. Velma also has experience as a contributing author for the book "What Gets Measured, Gets Done: The CFOs Role in Driving Growth Strategy" starting from January 2019.

In 2016, Velma published their first book titled "Courage in the Fire" where they served as an author and community leader. The book focuses on the impact of bullying on young people and aims to raise awareness about its consequences.

Velma is the President & CEO of Velma Hart & Associates, a national women and veteran owned organization specializing in improving businesses. Velma R. has been leading the organization since January 2016.

Prior to that, Velma served as the Chief Financial Officer at the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation from July 2016 to April 2019. Velma R. also held the role of Chief Financial Officer at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund from October 2011 to December 2015.

Before that, from November 2000 to November 2010, they had the position of Chief Financial Officer at AMVETS National Headquarters - Alumni.

Early in their career, Velma worked as the Executive Director at Giving Initiatives and Alternatives from February 2011 to October 2011.

Throughout their career, Velma has showcased their expertise in finance and leadership roles, contributing to the success of various organizations.

Velma R. Hart, MBA, FASAE, CAE has a strong educational background in business and HR management. Velma R. attended the University of Maryland Global Campus, where they studied Business & HR Management. In 2018, they returned to the University of Maryland Global Campus to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA), which they completed in 2020. Additionally, Hart holds the certification of Certified Association Executive (CAE), which they obtained in June 1994 from ASAE: The Center for Association Leadership. There is no available information regarding their time at the University of the District of Columbia.