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EILEEN C. LOGUE

San Diego,USA

Summary

Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience at Mueller Charter School, driving strategic financial operations for a $30M budget. Proven track record in securing $3M+ in grants and enhancing team performance through effective leadership. Expertise in regulatory compliance and facilities planning, fostering sustainable growth and stakeholder engagement. Bilingual in Spanish.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Financial Officer

Mueller Charter School
San Diego, CA
10.2016 - Current

Direct financial operations for 30M+ budget serving up to 1,700+ TK-12 students across multiple charter school sites, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory compliance

  • Lead financial planning for facilities and capital improvement projects totaling $10M+, securing funding and delivering projects on time and within budget
  • Architect and implement comprehensive fund reporting systems meeting state, federal, and board governance requirements while maintaining 100% audit compliance
  • Mentored leadership team of 5+ school business managers in budgeting, financial reporting, and fiscal management best practices, enhancing overall financial acumen
  • Presented monthly financial reports and strategic recommendations to Board of Directors, facilitating data-driven decision-making and contributing to organizational growth

School Business Director

Charter Schools Management Corporation (CSMC)
San Diego, CA
01.2010 - 09.2016
  • Built and optimized multi-year budgets exceeding $100M annually, aligning financial planning with growth strategies and facility expansion needs
  • Secured $3M+ in competitive grant funding, including federal and state programs, significantly strengthening organizational financial capacity
  • Managed finance, HR, facilities, and SELPA operations for 50+ charter schools, ensuring regulatory compliance and nonprofit status maintenance
  • Implemented resource allocation models and forecasting tools to enhance funding utilization and support sustainable growth
  • Trained 30+ school board members and administrative leaders on financial management and compliance, enhancing governance practices

Chief Operations Officer

O'Farrell Community Charter School
San Diego, CA
01.1998 - 06.2003
  • Directed financial strategy and operations for charter school serving 1,500+ students in underserved community, enhancing educational access
  • Led charter renewal process, securing continued authorization through strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, strengthening community trust
  • Developed and executed $8M annual budget aligned with educational goals, ensuring fiscal sustainability during critical growth phase
  • Oversaw $4M facility renovation project, managing contractor relationships and delivering modernized learning spaces on time and within budget, improving student experience
  • Launched employee retention initiatives that reduced staff turnover by 35% and increased teacher satisfaction scores by 40%

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

San Diego State University
San Diego, California

Chief Business Official (CBO) Certificate -

Charter School Development Center

Skills

  • Financial management
  • Grant acquisition
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Strategic planning
  • Risk management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Facilities planning and expansion
  • Charter school operations
  • SELPA operations
  • Nonprofit formation
  • Board governance and relations
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership
  • Bilingual communication (Spanish)

Accomplishments

  • Directed comprehensive financial strategy for $30M+ charter school organization, ensuring sustainable growth and regulatory compliance
  • Secured over $5M in competitive grant funding through CCSPP, CSFIG, CTEIG, and PCSGP programs, strengthening organizational financial position
  • Consulted with 50+ charter schools statewide on renewals, operations, and 501(c)(3) formation, guiding them to successful outcomes
  • Led facility expansion and modernization projects valued at $10M+, enhancing learning environments for underserved communities
  • Strengthened nonprofit governance as Board Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair for multiple education-focused organizations

Professional Leadership And Board Service

  • California Charter School Association (CCSA) | Member & Industry Conference Presenter
  • San Diego County Charter Business Managers Group | Chairperson & Co-founder
  • Charter Schools Development Center | Cohort Leader
  • Children's Nature Retreat | Board Treasurer
  • Sparrow Charter School | Board Treasurer
  • Bayfront Mueller Foundation | Board Member
  • Waldorf School of San Diego | Finance Committee Member
  • PILA Global (Nest Global) | Board Member & Volunteer (Mexico preschool for asylum seekers)

Timeline

Chief Financial Officer

Mueller Charter School
10.2016 - Current

School Business Director

Charter Schools Management Corporation (CSMC)
01.2010 - 09.2016

Chief Operations Officer

O'Farrell Community Charter School
01.1998 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

San Diego State University

Chief Business Official (CBO) Certificate -

Charter School Development Center
EILEEN C. LOGUE