Additional resources
LCCS Strategic plan lucaskids.org/mission-vision
Diversity and Inclusion Resources for Professionals aicpa.org/career/diversityinitiatives/resources-for-professional
CGMA Strategic Planning Tools cgma.org/resources/tools/essential-tools/strategic-planning-tools
Business Planning Resources cgma.org/resources/finance-business-partnering-resource
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Authors
Ebonie Jackson, CPA/CITP, CGMA Lucas County Children Services, Ohio
Sandra B. Richtermeyer, CPA (inactive), Ph.D. University of Massachusetts Lowell, Massachusetts
Special thanks
Lori A. Sexton, CPA, CGMA American Institute of Certified Professional Accountants
Jeff Parkison, CPA, CGMA Director — Forecasting City Utilities of Springfield, MO
Carrie Kruse, CPA, CGMA Economic Development Coordinator City of Des Moines, IA
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA®) CGMA is the most widely held management accounting designation in the world. It distinguishes more than 150,000 accounting and finance professionals who have advanced proficiency in finance, operations, strategy and management. In the U.S. the vast majority are also CPAs. The CGMA designation is underpinned by extensive global research to maintain the highest relevance with employers and develop competencies most in demand. CGMA designation holders qualify through rigorous education, exam and experience requirements. They must commit to lifelong education and adhere to a stringent code of ethical conduct. Businesses, governments and not-for-profits around the world trust CGMA designation holders to guide critical decisions that drive strong performance. cgma.org.
Lucas County Children Services Lucas County Children Services’ mission is to lead the community in the protection of children at risk of abuse and neglect. This is accomplished by working with families, service providers and community members to assess risk and coordinated community-based services resulting in safe, stable and permanent families for children. lucaskids.net.
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