Ken Getty

Background

About Ken Getty

I’m a strategic operations leader with 15+ years of experience a track record of trusted financial stewardship, lean team leadership, and enterprise transformation. As Treasurer, I’ve served as de facto CFO/COO/CTO of a central business office overseeing a $300M+ public funds portfolio across 14 school districts—driving measurable gains in investment performance, operational resilience, and digital modernization. One of the most defining chapters of my career involved rebuilding institutional trust in the aftermath of a $6M+ financial misconduct case that predated my tenure, preserving operational continuity while strengthening transparency and governance. What sets me apart isn’t just technical fluency; it’s the ability to simplify complexity, lead with steadiness and clarity, and design systems that perform under pressure. I’ve consistently outperformed benchmarks (averaging 27.36% above), negotiated six-figure savings, and implemented enterprise-grade cybersecurity and collaboration tools ahead of the curve. I’m valued for discretion, composed leadership, and principled decision-making, especially in moments that demand trust and sound judgment. As I transition from public service, I’m focused on contributing to a close-knit, mission-driven team, ideally within a Chicago-based family office, private foundation, or multigenerational investment entity that values long-term thinking, stewardship, and operational excellence. If you’re building something built to last and looking for a trusted partner to turn moving parts into clear outcomes, I’d love to connect.