As the CFO’s grant management assistant, Lori processes grants for most of the charitable funds held by the CFO and its regional affiliate foundations. Lori grew up in Texas County and attended Missouri State University in West Plains and Springfield, earning her comprehensive bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in computer information systems and marketing. Prior to joining the CFO, Lori both worked and volunteered in the nonprofit arena, primarily in finance, marketing and event planning. In addition to her work at the CFO, she serves as the local board chair for Texas County’s Emergency Food and Shelter Program and the financial officer for the Texas County Food Pantry Inc.