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Lori Fisher

Oxford,MI

Summary

Dedicated and dynamic professional experienced in municipal government, administration, business planning, analysis, budgeting, project management, audit, controls and facilitation. Strong communication, team builder, and intuitive leadership skills. Innovative problem solver, critical thinker and creative collaborator.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Village Manager - Lexington

Double Haul Solutions
07.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated with various departments to provide consistent services across all sectors of village functions.
  • Managed budget to ensure fiscal responsibility, optimizing resources and allocating funds effectively.
  • Maintained accurate records on village finances, contracts, permits/licenses issued in an organized manner to facilitate smooth operations during audits or reviews from higher authorities.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws while executing village projects or initiatives.
  • Built strong relationships with neighboring communities fostering collaboration on regional development projects initiatives.
  • Streamlined village operations through implementing efficient management practices and procedures.

Consultant - Finance Director / Treasurer / HR / Clerk

08.2017 - Current
  • Plan and execute special finance related projects and studies
  • Support and assist HR duties including payroll and benefits administration
  • Better develop the utilization of BS&A software
  • Investigate and provide solutions for better process control
  • Develop policies and ensure compliance of GFOA principles
  • Plans, organize, and direct all aspects of departmental operations including personnel, budget, general administration and capital needs assessment
  • Oversee the collection and disbursement processes of all funds, including tax and enterprise funds
  • Manage utility billing and advise on rate adjustments
  • Human resources management and oversee administration of benefits and compensation
  • Develop and administer budget, revenue and expense projections, reporting procedures
  • Supervise year-end closing of financial records
  • Provide recommendations on Charter language updates
  • Manage and provide recommendations on investments
  • Investigate and provide guidance on millage language renewals

Treasurer

Township of Addison
09.2012 - 11.2024
  • Responsible for the collection, custody, distribution, accounting, and reporting of funds
  • Forecast cash flow positions, borrowing needs and funds available for investment
  • Manage township investments
  • Provide administrative oversight and guidance; manage operations of department
  • Review, monitor, and project financial performance of township
  • Provide high level of customer service to residents
  • Board of Commissioner for North Oakland Transportation Authority and Oxford Area Cable Communications
  • President, Oakland County Treasurer's Association; Vice-President, Oakland County Chapter Michigan Townships Association; SEMCOG representative

Deputy Treasurer

Charter Township of Oakland
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Manage and recommend investments and investment opportunities
  • Collect and report all revenues for Township
  • Plans, organizes and directs operations in accordance with Township policies
  • Research, analyze, and provide recommendations on millage and bond issues
  • Oversee and implement technology upgrades
  • Provide budget analysis and recommendations
  • Oversee department operations

Finance Director/Interim Manager

City of Clawson
08.2019 - 01.2021
  • Served as Interim City Manager
  • Plans, organizes and directs operations in accordance with City Charter
  • Advises and assists City Council in conducting business, provides analysis and budget impact studies when necessary
  • Responsible for preparation and development of annual budget, monitoring, and oversight
  • Develops and coordinates strategic planning, capital improvements and operations planning to achieve established goals for development and economic growth
  • Oversees City's purchasing process, controls, and bidding
  • Research, analyze, and provide recommendations on millage and bond issues
  • Oversee and implement technology upgrades
  • Human Resources Director, coordinate retirement and benefit plans

Finance/HR

City of Rochester
08.2018 - 09.2019

Special finance projects and help during retirement transition

Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker & Real Living
07.2010 - 12.2016

Manager, Operations, Sales & Marketing

Micro 3000 Computer Source
08.1995 - 11.2000

Project Coordinator

Wilson Automation
08.1992 - 08.1995

Education

Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance

Walsh College
Troy, MI
05-1994

Architecture -

Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MI

Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO)
01.2018

Skills

  • BS&A software
  • Problem-solving
  • Certified Public Funds Investment Manager
  • Finance
  • Community Development / Planning
  • Management
  • Human Resources
  • Budgeting
  • Team leadership & development
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Strategic planning
  • Project leadership

Timeline

Village Manager - Lexington

Double Haul Solutions
07.2023 - Current

Deputy Treasurer

Charter Township of Oakland
06.2021 - 07.2023

Finance Director/Interim Manager

City of Clawson
08.2019 - 01.2021

Finance/HR

City of Rochester
08.2018 - 09.2019

Consultant - Finance Director / Treasurer / HR / Clerk

08.2017 - Current

Treasurer

Township of Addison
09.2012 - 11.2024

Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker & Real Living
07.2010 - 12.2016

Manager, Operations, Sales & Marketing

Micro 3000 Computer Source
08.1995 - 11.2000

Project Coordinator

Wilson Automation
08.1992 - 08.1995

Architecture -

Lawrence Technological University

Michigan Certified Assessing Officer (MCAO)

Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance

Walsh College
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