John Lovelady
About John Lovelady
John Lovelady serves as the Director of FP&A at Ventra Health, bringing extensive experience in finance and analytics across various industries. His career includes significant roles at companies such as Bank of America, North American Plastics, and Flowserve Corporation, where he has developed expertise in financial planning, M&A, and performance measurement.
Work at Ventra Health
John Lovelady serves as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) at Ventra Health. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the financial strategy and operational efficiency of the organization. His role involves providing actionable insights that drive growth and improve efficiency within the company.
Previous Experience in Finance
John Lovelady has extensive experience in finance, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was an Investment Banking Analyst at Bank of America from 1991 to 1997, and later served as the Senior Director of Finance and Analytics at North American Plastics from 2015 to 2019. His previous positions also include Director of Finance at Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. and Senior Manager at Flowserve Corporation.
Education and Expertise
John Lovelady holds an M.B.A. in Finance and International Business from Texas Tech University's Rawls College of Business, achieved in 1991. He also earned a B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Texas at Tyler in 1990. His expertise includes M&A, valuation, budgeting, forecasting, and leveraging technology for financial analysis.
Background in Financial Analysis
John Lovelady has a strong background in financial analysis, having worked in various capacities that require strategic and operational analysis. He has experience with financial/statistical modeling, performance measurement, and risk assessment. His knowledge extends to GAAP, IFRS, SEC reporting, and cost accounting.
Skills in Financial Management
John Lovelady possesses a range of skills in financial management, including treasury and cash management, contract analysis, and negotiation. He has a proven track record in personnel development and supports audit and compliance initiatives. His work often focuses on creating solutions for complex financial challenges and streamlining business operations.