Brian Pickard

Background

About Brian Pickard

Strategic Finance & Operations Leader | Nonprofit Expert with 15+ years driving financial transformation and operational excellence across nonprofit and community development sectors, I specialize in turning financial complexity into organizational growth and sustainability. CORE EXPERTISE: • Financial Leadership: Managed budgets from $1M to $10M+, implementing systems that reduced month-end closing time by 50% while improving accuracy • Operations Transformation: Led 30+ person teams across multi-site operations, successfully transitioning organizations to remote-first environments • Grant & Resource Development: Secured millions in funding through strategic grant writing and stakeholder partnerships • Real Estate Development: Oversaw 600+ unit affordable housing portfolio with comprehensive asset management • Process Optimization: Implemented accounting system overhauls, increasing operational efficiency by 40% CURRENT IMPACT: As VP of Finance & Operations at LA Metro Chamber of Commerce, I produce precise financial reports, manage cash flow optimization, and lead operational streamlining initiatives that enable strategic decision-making for community economic development. PROVEN RESULTS: Increased revenue 40% through strategic billing system implementation Successfully coordinated complex internal/external audits with zero findings Led collective impact partnerships with 30+ organizational stakeholders Managed comprehensive real estate portfolios (600+ units) Reduced month-end closing cycles while enhancing financial accuracy SPECIALIZATIONS: Nonprofit Financial Management | Budget & Forecast | Cash Flow Optimization | Risk Mitigation | Audit Management | Grant Writing | Real Estate Development | Strategic Partnerships | Team Leadership | Change Management I thrive in mission-driven environments where financial strategy and operational excellence drive community impact. Open to board opportunities and consulting engagements in the nonprofit and community development sectors.