OneGoal Announces Appointment of Michael Stimpfel as Chief Financial Officer
Chicago, Aug. 8, 2024—OneGoal, a Leading organization dedicated to postsecondary advising and success, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Stimpfel as its inaugural Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Michael has a proven track record in financial leadership and strategic management, making him a valuable addition to OneGoal. Before joining OneGoal, he served as the Founding CFO for KIPP North Carolina, overseeing finances, grant management, compliance, and the data team for eight schools across rural and urban North Carolina. In addition to his role at KIPP, Michael serves on the Board of Directors for The Animal Protection Society of Durham and is a founding board member of unCommon Construction, a program that empowers youth through the home-building process.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome Michael to OneGoal,” said Melissa Connelly, CEO of OneGoal. “His extensive experience in financial management and his commitment to education and community service make him the perfect fit for our organization. Michael’s leadership will significantly enhance our systems and structures, allowing us to better serve our partners and students. His strategic vision and operational expertise will be instrumental in advancing our mission and achieving our goals.”
Michael’s background is rich and varied, with roots in Los Angeles, 14 years in New Orleans, and the past four years in Durham, North Carolina, where he resides with his partner Marianne.
“I am honored to join OneGoal and contribute to the impactful work being done to support postsecondary success for students,” said Michael. “I look forward to collaborating with the talented finance and operations teams and leveraging my experience further to strengthen the organization’s financial health and operational efficiency.”
OneGoal remains committed to its mission to lead the movement to transform postsecondary advising and support so that all students can define their futures. Bringing Michael on as CFO marks a significant step forward in the organization’s continued growth and success.
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About OneGoal
OneGoal transforms postsecondary advising and support so that every student can define their own future. Together with our partners, we’re building a movement to close the opportunity gap. We work side-by-side with partner schools and districts to build their knowledge and capacity. The result is more equitable and effective support for all students. Our unique approach, honed over 15 years, prioritizes strong human relationships. And it’s proven to deliver real student impact. Nationally, 82% of OneGoal high school graduates enroll in a postsecondary institution, and 73% of those who enroll persist one year after high school. An independent study by the University of Chicago found that OneGoal students are about 40% more likely to earn their postsecondary degrees than students from similar backgrounds.
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