Jonathan Smith Director of Finance
WHY I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT LANDESA’S MISSION:
Land rights are the cornerstone of any society, economy, community. Land rights are a tool that brings empowerment and economic growth to millions of people around the world. It’s powerful and humbling to see how Landesa’s mission can transform livelihoods worldwide.
ABOUT JONATHAN:
Jonathan brings 20 years of non-profit finance and accounting experience to Landesa. Jonathan has previously worked in various sectors, including arts and culture, education, and now at Landesa, a respected NGO dedicated to advancing land rights.
Mr. Smith collaborates internally with program teams, resource development, operations, and other key stakeholders to manage financial reporting, budgeting, audit, and other functions of the finance department at Landesa. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by non-profit organizations, he is committed to making a meaningful contribution to Landesa’s mission and financial sustainability.
EDUCATION:
- B.A., International Business, University of Puget Sound
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- China
LANGUAGES:
- English
- Chinese
- Japanese
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Budgeting
- Audit
- Financial Reporting