Dianne E. Ray

Dianne E. Ray began serving as a member of the GASB on July 1, 2020. Her term extends through June 30, 2025. Ms. Ray served ten years as the Colorado State Auditor. In that role, she was recognized for her innovative leadership style. Prior to becoming state auditor, Ms. Ray served as the Office of the State Auditor’s (OSA) Deputy State Auditor primarily responsible for the financial audit of the State of Colorado. She began her career at the OSA in 2002 as Director of the Local Government Audit Division. Prior to joining the OSA, she worked in local government for 15 years, including as Director of Finance and Administration for the city of Louisville, Colorado. Ms. Ray holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Arizona State University and a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Colorado. She is a licensed CPA in Colorado and Arizona.