Cindy mcdaniel
Consultant
Cindy McDaniel is a seasoned financial executive with specialized expertise in higher education mergers and acquisitions. Currently serving as Director of Finance Services at Marywood University, Cindy brings unique, hands-on experience from successfully orchestrating one of higher education's most complex institutional mergers between Bloomfield College and Montclair State University, where she served as Bloomfield College's Chief Financial Officer.
During her three decades at Bloomfield College, Cindy demonstrated exceptional versatility and leadership, advancing from Bursar through progressive finance roles including Controller and CFO. Her cross-functional expertise spans Information Technology, Institutional Advancement, Financial Aid, and International Programs, providing her with comprehensive institutional knowledge that proves invaluable during merger transactions.
As CFO during Bloomfield College's merger process, Cindy managed the complex financial dynamics of institutional combination, maintaining balanced budgets and preserving critical cash reserves throughout the transaction. Her ability to navigate stringent spending constraints while meeting the diverse operational needs of multiple departments became a defining strength in executing successful institutional integration.
Cindy's skill set encompasses financial modeling, budgeting, resource allocation, cash management, investments, and risk management, complemented by leadership in Human Resources, Payroll, and Information Technology. Her strategic planning capabilities and board-level experience, including serving as liaison to the Investment, Finance, and Audit committees, position her to guide institutions through the multifaceted challenges of merger transactions.
Cindy's proven track record in higher education finance, combined with her firsthand merger experience, makes her an invaluable advisor for institutions navigating complex M&A transactions and seeking sustainable financial strategies for growth and stability