Kara Kroeger

Kara Kroeger is an experienced finance professional currently serving as a Finance Manager for Financial Planning & Analysis at Vanderbilt University, a position held since July 2017. In this role, Kara co-administers the Oracle Planning & Budgeting Cloud, develops university operating budget materials, and finalizes quarterly forecasts. Prior to this, Kara held various positions at Vanderbilt, including Senior Financial Analyst and roles in Risk & Insurance Management. Additionally, Kara participated in a two-year Vanderbilt Professional Fellow program, gaining broad exposure across multiple departments. Currently, Kara also serves as the Board Treasurer for Chamber Music City. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Economics & Behavioral Sciences from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a B.A. in Communication from Vanderbilt University.