Helen J. Chung
About Helen J. Chung
Helen J. Chung serves as the Financial Director for the Newsroom at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2003. With a background in finance and consulting, she has contributed significantly to financial communications and strategic planning within the organization.
Work at The New York Times
Helen J. Chung has served as the Financial Director for the newsroom at The New York Times since 2003. In this role, she has been responsible for integrating financial analysis into editorial decision-making processes. Chung has played a significant part in implementing strategic financial planning initiatives within the newsroom, enhancing the financial literacy of non-financial stakeholders. Her tenure at The New York Times spans over 21 years, during which she has contributed to the financial management and operational efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining The New York Times, Helen J. Chung worked as a Finance Associate at Goldman Sachs from 1997 to 2000. Her role involved financial analysis and support within a leading global investment banking firm. Prior to that, she was a Senior Consultant/Auditor at PwC from 1994 to 1997, where she provided auditing and consulting services. Chung also served as the Associate Director of Marketing & Communications at World Vision in New York from 2001 to 2003, where she managed financial communications.
Education and Expertise
Helen J. Chung holds multiple advanced degrees. She studied Finance and earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from New York University. Additionally, she completed a Master’s degree in Business Administration at NYU Stern School of Business. Chung also studied Public Administration at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), where she achieved another Master’s degree. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial communications and strategic financial planning.
Background
Helen J. Chung has a diverse professional background that combines finance, consulting, and communications. Her career began at PwC, where she developed skills in auditing and consulting. Following her time at PwC, she transitioned to World Vision, focusing on marketing and communications. Her extensive experience in finance and management led her to her current position at The New York Times, where she has been instrumental in enhancing financial practices within the newsroom.