Vice President of Business & Finance

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Deborah Newsom

The Vice President for Business and Finance and Treasurer is the chief financial and chief business officer of the  University and reports directly to the President.  The Vice President acts as the staff liaison for three standing committees of the University’s Board of Trustees:  Business, Finance and Investment Committee; Audit Committee; and Buildings and Grounds Committee.  The Vice President serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet and is directly involved in strategic decisions affecting the future of the University. ‌

 

Business & Finance Organization Chart

 

 

 

Five Principal Goals:

  • Enhance the long-term financial health of Drake University
  • Ensure that resource allocation is aligned with the University's strategic priorities
  • Provide competitive and safe environment
  • Facilitate and monitor a competitive salary and benefit package for all faculty and staff
  • Mitigate institutional risk and preserve University assets
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