Candy Sakarapanee

Candy Sakarapanee is an accomplished finance and operations professional with extensive experience in accounting and financial management. Currently serving as Deputy Chief of Operations and Director of Finance and Human Resources at Tennessee Wildlife Federation since December 2019, Candy previously held roles as an Accountant/Controller at Small World Inc. and United Methodist Higher Education Foundation, where responsibilities included financial reporting, audits, payroll, and budget monitoring. Earlier experience includes financial oversight at Vanguard Healthcare Services and Childrens Comprehensive Service, demonstrating expertise in managing complex financial activities across multiple facilities. Candy holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics and Management from Lipscomb University, earned between 1993 and 1997.