Valerie Smith
About Valerie Smith
Valerie Smith is a Senior Manager of Financial Strategy, Planning, and Analysis at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, with extensive experience in financial management across various organizations. She holds an M.B.A. from Simmons College and has worked in roles that emphasize strategic planning and relationship management in the financial sector.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Valerie Smith serves as the Senior Manager of Financial Strategy, Planning, and Analysis (FSP&A) at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the institute's financial planning and strategic initiatives. In her role, she applies her extensive experience in financial analysis to support the organization’s mission in biomedical research.
Previous Experience in Financial Management
Prior to her current position, Valerie Smith worked at Syniti as the Financial Planning Analysis Manager from 2017 to 2022. She also held the role of Senior Financial Analyst FP&A at BackOffice Associates from 2014 to 2017. Earlier in her career, she was a Relationship Manager at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston for seven months in 2007 and served as Member Relations Manager at the same institution from 2004 to 2006.
Experience with Nonprofit Organizations
Valerie Smith has significant experience working with nonprofit organizations. She was the Manager of Program Financial Planning & Analysis at the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) from 2007 to 2014. In this role, she focused on enhancing financial strategies to support the organization's objectives and initiatives.
Educational Background
Valerie Smith earned her Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Simmons College, specifically from the Simmons School of Management. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree from Wheaton College in Massachusetts. Her educational background has equipped her with the analytical skills necessary for her roles in financial management.
Skills and Expertise
Valerie Smith possesses strong analytical skills that are particularly valuable in the information technology and services industry. She has a proven track record in strategic planning and relationship management within the financial sector, showcasing her expertise in developing effective financial strategies for organizations.