Lisa M. Passero appointed chief financial officer

Rochester, New York (April 24) – Lisa M. Passero has been appointed chief financial officer for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, diocesan officials announced today.  She will begin work in May 2007.

Passero, who lives in Rochester, has served in a variety of lead financial-management positions throughout her career, most recently as chief financial officer of a New Jersey-based national legal services company. Previously, she served as chief financial officer for People’s Pottery.

Earlier in her career, Passero served as Eastman Kodak Company’s director of finance and business development for its Global Customer Service and Support division and, prior to that role, as director and assistant controller of Kodak’s Corporate Financial Reporting unit. Passero also served as director of finance for Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. and as a senior manager at Price Waterhouse, both in New York City.

Passero holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Ithaca College. She became a Certified Public Accountant in New York in 1984, and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

“Lisa has a wealth of experience in key financial management roles at some of America’s top companies,” said Most Rev. Matthew H. Clark, bishop of Rochester. “I am delighted that she will focus her considerable expertise and experience on ensuring the continued financial strength of our diocese.”

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