Project Access Resource Centers has named Lisa Grassi its new Chief Finance Officer for the Orange-based non-profit organization. Before her appointment with Project Access, Lisa was the Interim Corporate Controller for a multi-national, private equity-backed manufacturing company based in Wisconsin.
Prior to that, Lisa spent six years as the Chief Financial Officer of Goodwill of Southern Los Angeles County. She ensured the organization’s financial resilience as an executive leadership team member. She and her team improved the monthly close process by 50% and established procedures for ongoing successful annual audits. Lisa supported the CEO and leadership team in defining organizational growth initiatives, including managing through the COVID-19 shutdowns and the transformational shift in ecommerce operations. These efforts led to a 250% increase in sales.
“Lisa is an ideal strategic addition to the Project Access team as we work towards greater equities and efficiencies in our finance sectors and continue to grow and expand nationwide,” said Kristin Byrnes, President and Chief Executive Officer of Project Access Resource Centers, in announcing Grassi’s appointment. “We look forward to Lisa’s strategic leadership in advancing our organization’s financial goals so we can continue to directly serve the needs of our centers and their resident constituents.”
Lisa has also held leadership roles at Grant Thornton and KPMG in their advisory services divisions and holds a Master of Arts in Economics from Claremont Graduate University. She holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Economics and International Affairs from Claremont McKenna College.
“I am so excited to be joining the innovative team at Project Access. The mission of Project Access is more vital than ever as housing uncertainty continues to threaten vulnerable families and seniors,” said Lisa upon entering her new role. “It’s an exciting time to join the organization as it celebrates its 25th anniversary, expanding across the country and continuing to be an excellent example of utilizing fiscal responsibility to create stable communities and positive resident outcomes.”
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