Lance Lunceford
Vero Beach
Summary
Versatile, proven leader eager to lead and grow organizations that provide asymmetrical, positive value for the world. Skilled in strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and visionary communication with an excellent understanding of business principles and cross-functional team leadership. Relentless work ethic oriented toward ambitious cultures that are built on truth, beauty, and goodness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
President
TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
12.2023 - Current
- Serve as both the chief executive and chief presiding officer for a highly structured organization founded in 1933 that empowers government officials to make the best use of tax dollars in a non-partisan manner.
- Marshal key stakeholders in government, business, and philanthropy throughout Indian River County to effect the mission statement of the Taxpayers Association.
- Steward the quality of life and essential government services throughout Indian River County by leading cross-functional teams that collectively oversee $806 million in funding across municipal and regional governments.
Founder
THE LUNCEFORD GROUP
05.2021 - Current
- Advise founders on product-market fit, sell-side acquisition strategy, and network effect implementation for raising funds and scaling.
- Developed an all-weather fund strategy to serve as an investment thesis for a potential new hedge fund.
- The Lunceford Group is the brand for an entity that invests in diverse, cash-flow generating assets that will fund the creation of exciting new technologies for the benefit of humanity.
Treasurer and Board Member
TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Forecasted Taxpayers Association assets through the preparation of quarterly financial statements and monthly balance reports for the Board of Directors.
- Prepared an annual operating budget to account for all Taxpayers Association activities, including monthly luncheons, candidate forums, administrative costs, and special events.
- Empowered by the 485 members and contacts within the Association to manage its affairs and make public policy recommendations as a member of the Board.
- Negotiated rental and sponsorship agreements as well as conducted financial transactions on behalf of the President and Board of Directors.
Chair–Nominating Committee; Chair–School District Oversight Committee
TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Recruited three new Members of the Board of Directors by conducting a lengthy survey of the community for qualified leaders who shared the Association's values.
- Successfully nominated all three candidates for Board approval out of 485 contacts within the Association.
- Nurtured strong relationships with school board officials, the superintendent of Schools, and education oriented philanthropic organizations in order to promote the interests of the Taxpayers Association.
- Ensured optimal return on investment for county taxpayers by directly overseeing the school district's $189.8 million budget.
Scholar – Wharton Summer Program for Undergraduate Research
THE WHARTON SCHOOL
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Conducted an independent research project on the macroeconomic effects of replacing the U.S federal tax system with a value-added tax and concluded that the U.S would achieve higher levels of economic growth.
- Published a formal, academic research paper that analyzed firm decision-making and economic indicators in order to effectively communicate the results.
Research Assistant
PENN WHARTON BUDGET MODEL (PWBM)
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Spearheaded the analysis of U.S market sectors through data provided by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
- Coordinated logistics of event setup with other coworkers for live policy briefs on Capitol Hill.
Venture Capital Analyst
VOCAP INVESTMENT PARTNERS
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted sourcing & outreach with 191 potential investments through Salesforce and Pitchbook.
- Created a report on the impact of AI in the Music Tech industry that guided the strategy of a portfolio company.
- Cultivated social media strategy while providing research for the company's blog site and daily twitter posts.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Economics - Dual Concentrations in Finance And Management
THE WHARTON SCHOOL – UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Philadelphia, PA05.2022
VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL
Vero Beach, FL05.2018
Skills
- Financial Management
- Research
- Product Development
- Quality Assurance
- Revenue Growth
- Project Management
- Brand Management
- Policy Development
- Succession Planning
- Adaptable Creativity
Leadership Experience
- PENN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA – University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, CEO; Principal Trombonist, 09/2018-05/2022
- UNIVERSITY HONOR COUNCIL – University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, Chair – Policy Initiatives and Education Committee (PIE), 01/2019-05/2022
Honors and Awards
Congressional Medal of Merit
Principal Trombonist of the United States All-National Concert Band
Timeline
President
TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
12.2023 - Current
Chair–Nominating Committee; Chair–School District Oversight Committee
TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
03.2023 - 12.2023
Treasurer and Board Member
TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
12.2022 - 12.2023
Founder
THE LUNCEFORD GROUP
05.2021 - Current
Scholar – Wharton Summer Program for Undergraduate Research
THE WHARTON SCHOOL
05.2020 - 09.2020
Research Assistant
PENN WHARTON BUDGET MODEL (PWBM)
01.2020 - 05.2020
Venture Capital Analyst
VOCAP INVESTMENT PARTNERS
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science in Economics - Dual Concentrations in Finance And Management
THE WHARTON SCHOOL – UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL
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