As The Nature Conservancy’s Chief Finance and Administrative Officer, Leonard is accountable for managing and directing the organization’s finance, investment and business services functions, while also supporting the design and execution of the company’s overall strategy and providing the leadership and management necessary to ensure that the Conservancy has support programs, operational controls, financial administrative and reporting procedures, financial systems and human capital in place to ensure financial strength, operating efficiency, and competitive advantage in support of the conservation mission.
Leonard joined the Conservancy in 2018 and has over 20 years of financial, operational and technology management experience in mission-focused and value-driven organizations. Leonard is a trusted advisor, leader and big-picture thinker, with substantial experience in controlling costs, identifying opportunities that create value, advancing organizational culture and driving innovation with a passion for building loyal and motivated teams that collaborate and contribute to a culture of success.