B&F Lunch & Learn Webinar Series

These knowledge-sharing informational sessions were initiated by B&F staff requesting opportunities to learn more about the work of their colleagues throughout the unit. Partners throughout the enterprise are welcome to attend the monthly webinar sessions to broaden their financial acumen or acquire tips on utilizing B&F university services.

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The 2024 monthly Lunch & Learn series occurs from noon to 1:00 p.m.

  • Registration is not required to attend.
  • Description of webinar content and Zoom links are provided below.

DATE

AREATOPIC/TITLEPRESENTER/DESCRIPTION
JAN. 24BursarIntroduction to the Office of the University Bursar

Jeanine Linkenhoker, Learning and Development Senior Analyst

Taking all the money, one payment at a time. Join us to learn about who the Office of the University Bursar is, what we do, and why it matters. 

FEB. 28InvestmentsOverview of the LTIP

Samir Sidani, Senior Director of Investments (Illiquid), and Timothy Reading, Senior Director of Investments (Liquid)

This presentation will discuss the objectives of the LTIP, how the LTIP supports the university, the team structure and the asset classes we invest in.

MAR. 27ControllerTelling Our Story with Numbers

Tom Ewing, Director, Financial Reporting

Accounting is more than just debits and credits! In this presentation, Tom Ewing will provide an in-depth look at how the Office of the Controller tells the university’s financial story with numbers (and more than a few words). Gain insights on the university’s accounting system, key users of our financial reports and how the central accounting team partners with colleagues across the institution to understand the ‘why’ behind the numbers.

APR. 24OFSThe Best D*mn Bonds in the Land – What are Bonds and How Do They Work?

Garrett Patterson, Director, Debt Management & Internal Bank Operations

Ever wondered how the university pays for all that construction? Join us to learn how the debt management team within the Office of Financial Services helps fund capital projects with bonds and the internal bank.

MAY 22FP&AMoney Matters: The OSU Budget ModelKatie Hensel, Senior Director, Financial Planning & Analysis
JUN. 26Internal AuditOne Bad Buckeye Can Spoil the Bunch – Why Controls MatterBrian Newell, Director Internal Audit; Jenny Arend, Manager Medical Center Audit; John Snedeker, Manager Information Systems; John Zancourides, Manager Internal Audit
JUL. 18OERM - RiskFreezeMeister: A Real Risk Case StudyMark Benotti, Associate Vice President & Chief Risk Officer; Josh Tabler, Associate Director Insurance Risk; Vella Garrett, Associate Director Business Continuity Management
AUG. 28PayrollPayrollin’ the Dough: The Ingredients Behind Our Successful Payroll TeamPresenter TBD  
SEP. 25Purchasing

Purchasing-How to Get What I Want

Alejandra Meechan, Associate Director Sourcing; Justin Perry, Associate Director Sourcing; Christine Keough, Manager Supplier Management & eProcurement
OCT. 23Operations/Central Receiving

Topic TBD

Shawn Jones, Director Strategy & Operations
NOV. 13Accounts PayableI'm Just a Bill-How to get them paidAlex Goolsby, Manager Accounts Payable
DEC. 18B&F Service Center Support  (PSSC)Get to know the Business & Finance Service Center operationsJulie Grubb, Director, Fiscal Service Center; Frank Grubb, Associate Director, Procurement Service Center