Tag: MBA Finance

Gerry Wallace: Strategic Financier and Advocate for Sustainable Real Estate Growth

I’m a commercial real estate finance professional with a passion for connecting people to capital and ideas that drive meaningful development. With experience spanning multifamily lending, real estate investment, and higher education, I bring both analytical strength and client-centered communication to every project. Currently, I support borrowers nationwide through my work at Lument while also serving as a principal at Garrison Capital Partners, where we invest in multifamily assets across Central Ohio. I’m always energized by opportunities to collaborate, solve complex problems, and contribute to communities through thoughtful, strategic real estate solutions.

Anthony Robinson | Senior Financial Executive | Government Transformation Leader | Board Advisor

Anthony Robinson is a seasoned financial executive and former senior leader at the U.S. Department of Education, where he directed fiscal operations for a $1.28 trillion balance sheet and a $268 billion annual budget. With over 35 years of experience in financial management, regulatory compliance, and public-sector innovation, he has played a key role in transforming federal financial systems and advancing transparency through initiatives like the DATA Act. Now serving on the board of Take One Sportswear, Robinson continues to champion strategic governance and technology-driven decision-making, bringing integrity, leadership, and a passion for community service to every role he takes on.

Robert Lay, MBA | Strategic Financial Leader | CFO | Business Transformation & M&A Executive

Robert Lay is a dynamic financial executive known for his ability to lead complex business transformations, drive operational excellence, and deliver measurable financial results. With a track record that includes more than $800 million in M&A transactions and turning multi-million-dollar losses into profitability, Robert brings a unique blend of strategic vision, fiscal discipline, and leadership integrity. His approach is grounded in collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and a relentless focus on creating sustainable value across organizations.