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Charlotte, NC, USA

Elizabeth S.

Driving Growth and Efficiency in Global Enterprises | Finance & Operations

Elizabeth Sterling is a distinguished senior finance and operations executive, whose path has navigated through the realms of financial services, consulting, manufacturing, technology, SaaS, and private equity. She possesses a finesse for spearheading operational enhancements in multifaceted, interdisciplinary settings, establishing her as a pragmatic leader who prioritizes strategic execution. Her journey from analyst to CFO in some of the world's largest companies underscores a dedication to fostering organizational development through practical strategic planning, integrating finance and operations to benchmark success, and enhancing corporate culture to edge out competition. Her mantra: simplifying complexity for efficacious execution. Expertise includes Executive Leadership, Strategic Planning, M&A, Business Transformation, and more.

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Apr 2025 — Jul 2025
Blumenthal Arts

Blumenthal Arts

Chief Financial Officer

Blumenthal Arts (formerly Blumenthal Performing Arts) is a premier nonprofit performing arts organization based in Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. Established in 1992 and designed by architect César Pelli, the Blumenthal Arts Center houses three theaters—Belk Theater, Booth Playhouse, and Stage Door Theater—with multiple additional venues under its umbrella, including Spirit Square and Knight Theater.

Mar 2023 — Jan 2025
Ally

Ally

Head of Transformation and Governance

Ally Financial Inc. is a leading all-digital financial services firm headquartered in Detroit, Michigan (with corporate presence in Charlotte, NC), and incorporated in Delaware  Originally founded in 1919 as General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC), Ally transformed into a full-spectrum financial institution and rebranded itself in 2010.

Aug 2022 — Mar 2023
Ally

Ally

Executive in Residence: Charlotte Mecklenburg School District

Ally Financial Inc. is a leading all-digital financial services firm headquartered in Detroit, Michigan (with corporate presence in Charlotte, NC), and incorporated in Delaware  Originally founded in 1919 as General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC), Ally transformed into a full-spectrum financial institution and rebranded itself in 2010.

Mar 2019 — Aug 2022
Ally

Ally

Chief of Staff - Consumer and Commerical Bank

Ally Financial Inc. is a leading all-digital financial services firm headquartered in Detroit, Michigan (with corporate presence in Charlotte, NC), and incorporated in Delaware  Originally founded in 1919 as General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC), Ally transformed into a full-spectrum financial institution and rebranded itself in 2010.

Mar 2017 — Mar 2019
MARQUIS

MARQUIS

SVP, Finance and Operations Support Executive

Marquis Software Solutions (Plano, TX) is a leading provider of marketing, sales, and compliance software tailored specifically for banks and credit unions. Since its founding in 1987, Marquis has served more than 700 financial institutions with products and services that help drive revenue and ensure regulatory compliance — including Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), HMDA, and fair lending requirements.

Oct 2015 — Jan 2017
Tresata

Tresata

Chief Financial Officer

Tresata, Inc. is a Charlotte-based software company founded in 2011 that specializes in data-centric AI and predictive analytics. Its platform automates data inventorying, metadata cataloging, lineage tracking, enrichment, and tokenization—delivering trusted data products designed for enterprise AI applications. Tresata supports industries like financial services, healthcare, and retail, helping organizations tackle challenges such as anti-money laundering, population health, customer intelligence, and fraud detection through sophisticated machine learning and automation.

Oct 2014 — Oct 2015
Bank of America

Bank of America

SVP - Chief of Staff Business Banking Credit products

Jan 2011 — Oct 2014
Bank of America

Bank of America

SVP Business Finance Officer - Commercial Business Banking

Oct 2009 — Dec 2010
Bank of America

Bank of America

SVP Business Finance Officer - Risk, Finance, Legal, Supply Chain

Feb 2008 — Oct 2009
Bank of America

Bank of America

SVP Business Finance Officer and Controller - Global Consumer and Small Business Banking

May 2006 — Feb 2008
Bank of America

Bank of America

SVP Senior Finance Manager and Controller Consumer Deposits

May 2004 — May 2006
Bank of America

Bank of America

SVP Senior Finance Manager and Marketing Controller

Feb 2003 — May 2004
Bank of America

Bank of America

VP - Finance Project Manager Fleet Transition

Feb 2002 — Feb 2003
Bank of America

Bank of America

VP - Finance Manager HR/Personnel

Feb 2000 — Feb 2002
Solectron

Solectron

VP Finance Manager

Solectron Corporation was a global electronics manufacturing services (EMS) company headquartered in California. It provided contract manufacturing and supply chain solutions to major technology companies, helping design, build, and service electronics products. Solectron specialized in electronics assembly, logistics, repair, and after-market support, serving industries such as telecommunications, computing, automotive, and consumer electronics. It was one of the pioneers in the EMS industry and was eventually acquired by Flextronics (now Flex Ltd.) in 2007.

Dec 1998 — Feb 2000
Dana Incorporated

Dana Incorporated

Controller - Distribution Center

Dana Incorporated – WIX Division The WIX Filtration Products brand is a key unit within Dana Incorporated’s Automotive Aftermarket Group, specializing in high-quality filtration solutions for automotive, commercial, and industrial applications. WIX designs and manufactures filters—including oil, air, cabin, fuel, coolant, transmission, and hydraulic filters—and is recognized as the top filter used in NASCAR as the only officially licensed brand.

May 1997 — Dec 1998
Dana Incorporated

Dana Incorporated

Senior Financial Analyst

Dana Incorporated – WIX Division The WIX Filtration Products brand is a key unit within Dana Incorporated’s Automotive Aftermarket Group, specializing in high-quality filtration solutions for automotive, commercial, and industrial applications. WIX designs and manufactures filters—including oil, air, cabin, fuel, coolant, transmission, and hydraulic filters—and is recognized as the top filter used in NASCAR as the only officially licensed brand.