St. Ambrose University is pleased to announce Courtney A. Berg, MSA, CPA, SHRM-CP, as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With over two decades of financial leadership in higher education, Berg brings invaluable expertise to the university.
She will join St. Ambrose on Feb. 18, 2025. Berg comes to St. Ambrose from Buena Vista University, where she managed the university’s multi-million dollar budget, implemented zero-based budgeting, and oversaw critical financial operations, including endowment accounting and federal grants compliance.
She also led multimillion-dollar construction projects, secured diverse financing, and successfully launched the university’s Spirit Store, achieving profitability every year since its inception. Her commitment to student success extended to teaching financial literacy courses and co-chairing strategic initiatives to strengthen the campus community.
“Courtney’s extensive experience and innovative approach to fiscal management make her an outstanding addition to our leadership team,” said Amy Novak, president of St. Ambrose University. “Her leadership will be vital as we continue planning for the addition of Mount Mercy, and advance our strategic goals.”…