Michael Lilly
About Michael Lilly
Michael Lilly serves as the Vice President of Finance at Twinspires, where he oversees financial operations across multiple states. He has extensive experience in strategic development within the sports, casino, and horse wagering sectors.
Work at Churchill Downs Incorporated
Michael Lilly serves as the Vice President of Finance for Twinspires, a division of Churchill Downs Incorporated. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the financial operations of a platform that spans multiple states, including Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, New Jersey, Tennessee, Colorado, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Arizona. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial strategies and operations, ensuring alignment with the company's objectives in the sports and horse wagering sectors.
Education and Expertise
Michael Lilly earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Northern Illinois University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business. His academic background supports his extensive experience in financial analysis and strategic planning within the sports, casino, and horse wagering industries.
Professional Background
Prior to his current role, Michael Lilly held several positions that contributed to his expertise in finance. He worked at Accenture as a Finance Operations Lead from 2005 to 2014, where he gained significant experience over nine years. Following that, he served as FP&A Senior Manager at R1 RCM from 2014 to 2017. He also worked at CDW as Senior Manager of FP&A - Public Sales for ten months in 2017 to 2018. These roles provided him with a strong foundation in financial operations and strategic development.
Achievements in Financial Analysis
In his role as Vice President of Finance at Twinspires, Michael Lilly develops presentations for executive management and boards of directors. His work showcases his expertise in financial analysis and strategic planning, which are essential for guiding the company's financial direction. His ability to communicate complex financial information effectively supports decision-making processes at the executive level.