Nancy Carmona

Chief Financial Officer, Advertising Specialty Institute

Professional Overview
Nancy Carmona is an accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience driving strategic initiatives and financial operations for leading organizations. As the Chief Financial Officer of Advertising Specialty Institute, she is responsible for overseeing the company's financial planning, analysis, and reporting, while also providing strategic guidance to the executive team.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at Advertising Specialty Institute, Nancy is responsible for managing the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. She plays a pivotal role in driving financial strategy and optimizing processes to support the organization's growth and profitability. Under her leadership, the finance team has implemented robust data analysis and business intelligence tools, enabling more informed decision-making across the enterprise.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Nancy held several senior finance positions at Advertising Specialty Institute, including Senior Vice President of Business Strategy and Analysis, Senior Vice President of Finance and Business Intelligence, and Executive Director of Financial Planning and Analysis. In these roles, she consistently demonstrated her ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights, while also leading cross-functional initiatives to improve operational efficiency and drive business transformation.

Before joining Advertising Specialty Institute, Nancy gained valuable experience in the publishing and financial services industries, serving as a Business Manager at Nielsen and Scholastic, as well as a Qualified Plans Analyst at Morgan Stanley.

Academic Background
Nancy holds a Master of Business Administration in Management from La Salle University and a Bachelor of Science in Finance from St. John's University. She also completed a graduate program in Education from the University of Pennsylvania, further enhancing her strategic and analytical capabilities.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Business strategy and transformation

• Data-driven decision-making

• Process optimization and automation

• Cross-functional collaboration and leadership

Professional Impact
Under Nancy's financial stewardship, Advertising Specialty Institute has achieved significant operational and financial improvements. She has led the implementation of advanced budgeting and forecasting tools, resulting in a 25% reduction in planning cycle time and a 20% improvement in forecast accuracy. Additionally, Nancy has spearheaded the development of a comprehensive business intelligence dashboard, enabling the executive team to make more informed, data-driven decisions.

Conclusion
With her deep expertise in finance, strategic planning, and data analysis, Nancy Carmona is a valuable asset to Advertising Specialty Institute. Her proven track record of driving financial and operational excellence, coupled with her strong leadership skills, position her as a strategic partner in the company's continued growth and success.