41 min
FY 21 - Ep 6: Robert G. Young, CPA, MBA - Chief Financial Officer Accounting for Us
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Robert G. Young is the incoming Chief Financial Officer at the National Geographic Society in Washington, DC; he is also a long-time NABA member, the former President of the Northern New Jersey chapter, Father, mentor, and more. In our interview, Rob shares his story navigating his way to becoming the CFO for a large non-profit organization, discusses NABA history, and its impact on his career. We also touch on his experience as a Black man and the impacts of May 25, 2020. As he is transitioning into a new role, he shared two great book recommendations with us:
- The First 90 Days: Proven Strategies for Getting Up to Speed Faster and Smarter by Michael D. Watkins
- Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations: A Guide to Strengthening and Sustaining Organizational Achievement by John M. Bryson
We are wishing you tons of success in your new role, Robert! Thank you for joining us!
Robert G. Young is the incoming Chief Financial Officer at the National Geographic Society in Washington, DC; he is also a long-time NABA member, the former President of the Northern New Jersey chapter, Father, mentor, and more. In our interview, Rob shares his story navigating his way to becoming the CFO for a large non-profit organization, discusses NABA history, and its impact on his career. We also touch on his experience as a Black man and the impacts of May 25, 2020. As he is transitioning into a new role, he shared two great book recommendations with us:
- The First 90 Days: Proven Strategies for Getting Up to Speed Faster and Smarter by Michael D. Watkins
- Strategic Planning for Public and Nonprofit Organizations: A Guide to Strengthening and Sustaining Organizational Achievement by John M. Bryson
We are wishing you tons of success in your new role, Robert! Thank you for joining us!
41 min