Cnap Laurie Lessage Mpa, Shrm-Cp

Laurie Lessage has a proven track record of success in finance and administration roles. Most recently, they served as the Chief Financial Officer at Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC, where they successfully migrated accounting software and implemented a paperless accounts payable system. Prior to that, Laurie was the Director of Finance and Administration at Day One New York, where they spearheaded new initiatives and played a key role in winning a nonprofit excellence award. Laurie Lessage also oversaw financial operations, implemented a new accounting system, and managed office renovations. Laurie's experience also includes roles as the Finance & Operations Manager at the Massachusetts Alliance on Teen Pregnancy and as the Law Office Manager at Mendel & Associates, LLC. Laurie Lessage is highly skilled in financial management, accounts payable/receivable, and HR functions. Laurie began their professional career as a Computer Lab Supervisor at Curry College.

Laurie Lessage has a diverse education history. Laurie Lessage obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, Information Technology from Curry College in 2010. Laurie Lessage went on to earn a Master's degree in Public Administration from Framingham State University in 2012. In 2017, they completed a Certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership from Fordham University, specializing in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management. Laurie Lessage also attended Columbia Business School in 2019, where they earned a Certificate of Business Excellence in Executive Education.

In addition to their formal education, Laurie has obtained several certifications. Laurie Lessage became a Notary Public for the State of New York in February 2020. In April 2019, they completed Civil Court Mediation training at the New York Peace Institute. Laurie is also a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), obtaining this certification from the Society for Human Resource Management in February 2016. Laurie Lessage holds another certification as a Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional, granted by The National Association of Nonprofit Accountants & Consultants (NPAC) in October 2014. Overall, Laurie has a strong educational and certification background in public administration, nonprofit management, accounting, and human resources.