United Way of Central Iowa has appointed Anne-Lyse Badou-James as its chief financial officer, the nonprofit announced Thursday.

Badou-James’ role will include guiding the organization’s strategic direction, overseeing finance and technology and “enhancing community impact through innovative approaches aligned to United Way’s United to Thrive strategy,” a news release said.

“United Way of Central Iowa’s dedication to building a more empowered and thriving community by advancing equity, education, financial stability and overall health and well-being is inspiring,” Badou-James said in a prepared statement. “I am eager to lead United Way’s financial management efforts to further support and enhance its impactful programs, and I look forward to the exciting journey ahead.”

Her role at United Way starts July 29.

Before joining United Way, Badou-James served as head of finance at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, located in St. Kitts. In that role, she managed $100 million in revenue and led the university through four years of financial outperformance, spearheaded initiatives to diversify the student body and expanded the university’s global footprint, the release said.

She also previously directed the revenue analysis and planning group at Intelsat S.A., where she led a team responsible for synthesizing data from a $2.1 billion revenue portfolio. Her career background also includes experience in finance roles in the banking and nuclear energy sectors.

She holds a master’s degree in accounting and information technology and a bachelor’s degree in general business with a focus on international business, both from the University of Maryland. She has also completed the Adtalem Global Education Key Talent Development Program and holds executive certificates in leadership from New York University’s Stern School of Business and the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.