Black Caucus of the GFOA
Eligibility: Black Caucus is open to any active or associate GFOA member.
Mission Statement
Established in 1991, the Black Caucus of the Government Finance Officers Association is dedicated to supporting the aspirations and achievements of African American public finance officers; to pursue professional development opportunities for our members; and to sponsor projects to assist African Americans seeking careers in government finance. Through education and networking opportunities, the Black Caucus supports members in their careers and encourages members to participate and contribute at the national level and in the state associations.
GFOA Staff Liaisons:
- Michael Belarmino, Senior Policy Advisor, Federal Liaison Center
- Mark Mack, Senior Manager, Research and Consulting Center
- Christopher Williams, Consultant/Analyst, Research and Consulting Center
Member Spotlight: Kerri Lang
Kerri Lang serves as budget officer for the City of Austin, Texas. She has worked in Austin for nearly twenty years starting as a financial consultant in the Parks and Recreation Department in October 2004.
Black Caucus Registration
The Black Caucus is open to any active or associate GFOA member.
Black Caucus Officers
Officers consist of a chair, vice-chair, secretary, and Immediate past chair.
Black Caucus By-Laws
The Black Caucus By-Laws were approved on June 11, 1995.
Affinity Groups
GFOA facilitates six affinity groups that meet periodically throughout the year. Groups include the Black Caucus, LGBTQIA+ Caucus, Small Government Forum, Urban Forum, Utility Finance Forum, and Women's Public Finance Network. Meetings are open to all GFOA members.