Lee Jackson is a seasoned finance and operations leader whose career has been defined by helping mission-driven organizations build strong, sustainable financial foundations. A graduate of Georgetown University and a certified nonprofit accountant with more than two decades of experience in nonprofit and education finance, he is known for steady leadership, sound judgment, and an ability to translate complex financial realities into clear, strategic direction.

Lee has held senior leadership roles including Director of Finance for Duke Ellington School of the Arts; Chief Financial Officer for the Child & Family Network Centers; Director of Finance and Accounting for the Wendt Center for Loss & Healing; Chief Financial Officer for University Research Corporation International; and Director of Finance & Accounting for Georgetown University’s Office of Sponsored Programs. Across these roles, he oversaw financial operations, compliance, and long-term planning, partnering closely with executive leadership and boards to align financial strategy with organizational mission and priorities. His work spans budgeting and forecasting, audit oversight, grants management, and investment planning, with a consistent focus on strengthening internal controls and modernizing systems to support growth and accountability.

Throughout his career, Lee has helped organizations navigate change, improve financial performance, and meet rigorous regulatory requirements while remaining true to their purpose. He is deeply committed to developing high-performing teams and building financial operations that enable people and programs to thrive.