Joe Franzwa

Joe Franzwa is a seasoned finance professional currently serving as Budget Director at Cook County Health since October 2023, following a tenure as Budget Manager at Rush University Medical Center from February 2019 to October 2023. Previous experience includes roles such as Senior Decision Support Analyst at Rush University Medical Center, Senior Financial Analyst at Cook County Health and Hospitals System, and Analyst at the US Government Accountability Office. Joe's expertise extends to budget analysis for Cook County Government, where responsibilities included analyzing a $1.125 billion operating budget and advising on implementation processes. Notable contributions include high-impact projects during a fellowship at Civic Consulting Alliance, developing cost-saving policies for Cook County, and executing initiatives for Chicago Public Schools. Education credentials include a Master of Public Affairs focused on Public Financial Administration from Indiana University Bloomington and a B.S. in Consumer Economics and Finance from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.