Lucas Koehler is a seasoned financial executive with over 15 years of experience optimizing financial operations, strategic planning, and data-driven decision-making. As Chief Financial Officer at the Foundation for City College, he leads financial management for a $500M endowment, driving efficiency, and transparency. Previously, he played a key role in the expansion of New York City’s early childhood education system, prior to which he worked in the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget and as a seventh-grade math teacher in the Bronx. Passionate about mission-driven work, Lucas brings expertise in operational strategy, technology integration, and team leadership. He lives in the Bronx with his wife, Ann Marie, and their three sons, ages 13, 10, and 8, who keep life lively and rewarding.