Virginia529
Sherri Hudgens Wyatt has a diverse background in financial management and compliance. Sherri worked for Virginia529 as the Chief Compliance Officer, where they supported the CEO and collaborated with other executives and middle managers to implement the compliance function and manage cultural change. Sherri also oversaw the development and implementation of a fraud and anti-money laundering program. Prior to their role at Virginia529, Sherri worked at the Virginia Auditor of Public Accounts as the Director of Financial Management. In this role, they performed financial, operational, and compliance audits for state agencies with large budgets. Sherri led a team and was responsible for auditing various financial areas such as cash and investment management, debt management, and bond issuance.
Sherri Hudgens Wyatt has a strong educational background in business and accounting. Sherri obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting from the Virginia Commonwealth University - School of Business, graduating in 1998. Later, they pursued a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from the same institution, completing the program in 2009.
In addition to their formal education, Sherri has also obtained several certifications. In 2002, they became a Certified Investments & Derivatives Auditor from ITCI. Sherri further enhanced their professional qualifications by obtaining the Certified Ethics & Compliance Professional certification from the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE) in 2013.
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Virginia529
For more than twenty years, Virginia529 has helped millions of families and individuals plan and save for the cost of higher education through tax-advantaged 529 savings programs. Available nationwide with account owners in every state, Virginia529 is the largest 529 plan, managing more than $91 billion in assets as of December 31, 2020. In addition to being the industry leader, Virginia529 strives to make higher education more affordable and accessible, especially to students who face financial obstacles. Virginia529 also administers the national ABLEnow program. Before the implementation of this program, individuals with a disability could not save for their future out of fear for losing their benefits. This valuable program helps them plan for their financial future through tax-advantaged savings. Virginia529 is dedicated to establishing ABLEnow as a recognized leader in meeting the unique financial needs of people with disabilities. Virginia529 wouldn't be an industry leader in education and disabilities savings without our highly motivated and skilled employees. This success is only possible by recognizing the expertise and variety of experiences of each employee and working together to serve our community. Employees encourage each other to bring their whole selves to work and create time and space for open, honest conversations. Investing in our employees is the best way to invest in the future of our organization. Virginia529 is committed to employee development whether that’s professional advancement, or personal successes. Virginia529 offers a unique mix of competitive, market-based salaries and generous state benefits including healthcare, retirement, paid holidays and performance incentives. You can expect flexible work schedules, engaging with colleagues during agency-hosted activities, and a healthy work/life balance that meets your individual needs. Find Virginia529 on Facebook and join the conversation on Twitter: @Virginia529