Nancy Dong, CMA, SPHR has a diverse work experience spanning over three decades. Nancy currently holds the position of Chief Administrative Officer & Controller at Sapience Therapeutics, Inc. since January 2023 and had previously served as the Senior Vice President of Finance & Administration at the same company from September 2020 to January 2023.
Prior to joining Sapience Therapeutics, Inc., Nancy had a long tenure at ContraFect Corp, where they held multiple roles. From March 2017 to September 2020, they served as the Vice President of Finance & Administration, where they played a crucial role in financial planning, budgeting, and controlling the company's records. Nancy also developed and executed HR strategies to promote a positive and productive work culture. Before this position, they served as the Vice President and Controller from July 2010 to February 2017 at ContraFect Corp, where they contributed to the development and commercialization of biotechnology products for infectious diseases.
Earlier in their career, Nancy worked at Ward Media Inc., a division of XL Marketing, as a Controller from March 2009 to July 2010. Nancy was responsible for managing the company's digital and direct marketing platform. Nancy also held a similar role at Spire Vision, another division of XL Marketing, during the same period.
Nancy Dong had independent consulting experience as an Interim Controller at Alleycorp.com from December 2007 to December 2008. Nancy conducted financial audits and implemented accounting processes for multiple media companies under the Alleycorp umbrella.
Before their consulting experience, Nancy held the role of CFO at DCM, Inc. from August 2002 to November 2007. Nancy had significant responsibilities in overseeing the company's financial operations.
Prior to that, they held the position of COO/CFO at Semaphore/Deltek Inc, a startup software company that developed financial management software for professional service industries. Their tenure at Semaphore, Inc. as COO/CFO lasted from 1990 to 2001, where they managed finance, human resources, IT, and administration departments. Nancy played a key role in developing and implementing internal systems for the company's growth.
Nancy began their career as a Management Consultant at Ernst & Young from June 1988 to June 1990.
Overall, Nancy Dong, CMA, SPHR has a solid background in finance, administration, and human resources, with a focus on strategic planning, financial management, and establishing productive work environments. Their experience spans across various industries including biotechnology, digital marketing, internet technologies, and software development.
Nancy Dong, CMA, SPHR has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Yale University. Nancy also holds a Master of Public and Private Management degree from The Wharton School. In addition to their academic achievements, Nancy is certified as a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) by the Certified Management Accountant organization. Nancy is also a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certified by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
January, 2023 - present
September, 2020