Gizelle Johnson-Banks

Gizelle Johnson-Banks has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Gizelle most recently served as the Chief Financial Officer for the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority starting in August 2020. Prior to that, they worked as the Principal Consultant for The Stone Group & Assoc., LLC from January 2020. From October 2017 to February 2020, they held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Firstline Charter School Network.

Gizelle also gained significant experience during their tenure at the Urban League of Greater New Orleans, where they held the role of Vice President of Finance and Operations from October 2008 to October 2017. Gizelle played a crucial role in providing consultative support for planning initiatives, managing strategic business plans, and ensuring compliance with auditing standards.

Before that, they worked at Dillard University as the University Controller, overseeing financial reporting and management of the university's finances. Gizelle also served as the Dean of Administration/CFO for Delgado Community College, where they had extensive responsibilities including budget management, resource allocation, and staff development.

Additionally, they served as the Director of Accounting for the Louisiana Technical College and worked in the Bursar's Office at the University of New Orleans as an Accountant.

Overall, Gizelle Johnson-Banks has held leadership positions in various organizations, showcasing their expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and operational oversight.

Gizelle Johnson-Banks obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Economics from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, where they studied from 1992 to 1996. Later, from 1997 to 2000, they pursued a Master of Business Administration degree with a focus on Finance at the same university.