Demetria Alford
About Demetria Alford
Demetria Alford serves as the Vice President of Finance at Reddy Ice, where she has implemented strategic financial initiatives since 2022. With extensive experience in financial planning and analysis across various companies, she has held significant roles at McKesson, Abbott, Texas Instruments, and Whirlpool Corporation.
Current Role at Reddy Ice
Demetria Alford serves as the Vice President of Finance at Reddy Ice, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she has implemented strategic financial initiatives that have contributed to significant cost savings for the organization. Her leadership in finance is focused on optimizing financial performance and enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at McKesson
Prior to her current role at Reddy Ice, Demetria Alford worked at McKesson in various capacities. From 2021 to 2022, she served as Vice President of Financial Planning Analysis. Before that, she held the position of Senior Director of Financial Planning Analysis since 2019. Her tenure at McKesson has been marked by her contributions to enhancing financial reporting processes, which improved decision-making capabilities within the company.
Career Background in Finance
Demetria Alford has extensive experience in finance, having worked in several prominent organizations. She was employed at Texas Instruments as a Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis from 2005 to 2012, where she contributed to the successful integration of financial systems during mergers and acquisitions. Earlier in her career, she worked at ExxonMobil as an Accounting and Finance Professional for 13 years, and at Whirlpool Corporation as a Financial Analyst, where she led a cross-functional team to streamline budgeting processes.
Educational Qualifications
Demetria Alford holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business from George Mason University, which she attended from 1996 to 1998. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting from Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge, completing her studies from 1987 to 1991. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in finance.
Professional Development Initiatives
Throughout her career, Demetria Alford has been actively involved in developing professional training programs. At Abbott, she developed a comprehensive financial training program for team members, which fostered skill development and career growth. This initiative reflects her commitment to enhancing the capabilities of her teams and supporting their professional advancement.