Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area
Raymond Rawlins has extensive experience in financial management and leadership roles. Raymond has served as Chief Financial Officer for various organizations, including Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area, City of Mount Rainier, and the Housing Authority of Baltimore City. Raymond has also held positions such as Director of Finance for The Salvation Army and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Board for The Corporate Council on Africa. Raymond has a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and grant administration. Raymond's expertise includes managing budgets ranging from $7.5 million to $450 million and overseeing financial operations for organizations with hundreds of employees. Raymond is experienced in providing financial analysis and reporting, implementing cost-cutting strategies, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Raymond Rawlins has obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus in Finance from the University of New Haven. Raymond also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting from the same institution. No specific start or end years are provided for either degree.
Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area
Since 1917, Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA), a human services and immigration relief and refugee welcome agency, has accompanied those in need throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the Washington D.C. metro area to foster resiliency, self-sufficiency, and access to opportunities by creating, connecting with, and engaging welcoming communities. Motivated daily by our belief in the inherent dignity of all, LSSNCA’s innovative participant-informed programs serve refugees, forced migrants, immigrants, children and youth, and underserved communities by filling in the gaps. Piloting initiatives like the area’s first camp for kids impacted by the HIV/AIDS crisis, originating local pro se asylum workshops for Afghan Allies, launching a Resource Center to serve as a community hub for all recently arrived program participants, and backing an array of ongoing mental health support services, alongside community partners, LSSNCA strives to create an inclusive community of well-being where people thrive.