Val Gonzalez
About Val Gonzalez
Val Gonzalez serves as the Chief Financial Officer at World Central Kitchen, where he has worked since 2023. He is a bilingual Certified Public Accountant with over 20 years of experience in financial roles across both for-profit and non-profit sectors.
Work at World Central Kitchen
Val Gonzalez currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at World Central Kitchen, a position held since 2023. Prior to this role, Gonzalez worked as the Senior Vice President of Finance from 2021 to 2023 and as the Vice President of Finance from 2019 to 2021. In these roles, Gonzalez contributed to the financial operations and strategic planning of the organization, which focuses on providing meals in the wake of disasters. The experience gained at World Central Kitchen spans over four years, emphasizing financial management in a non-profit environment.
Education and Expertise
Val Gonzalez is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Internal Auditor. These certifications highlight a strong foundation in compliance and financial process efficiency. With over 20 years of experience in financial roles across both for-profit and non-profit sectors, Gonzalez has developed expertise in governance and risk management. This extensive background supports effective oversight of financial operations and strategic initiatives.
Background
Before joining World Central Kitchen, Val Gonzalez worked as a Mortgage Production Analyst at Certified Mortgage Planners from 2011 to 2012. This role provided experience in the financial services industry, contributing to a diverse professional background. Gonzalez's bilingual abilities allow for effective communication in both Spanish and English, enhancing the capacity to conduct financial operations in diverse environments.
Achievements
Throughout the career of Val Gonzalez, there has been a consistent emphasis on authenticity and the importance of connecting through common stories. This perspective is rooted in the belief that food serves as a universal love language. In addition to financial roles, Gonzalez has served as Finance Chair and Board liaison in various assignments, overseeing both day-to-day and long-term financial operations, which reflects a commitment to effective financial governance.