UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 18, 2025 / Cynthia Liberty, MBA, has been recognized by Marquis Who's Who for excellence in the nonprofit sector. A seasoned leader in arts foundation management with expertise in financial oversight, Ms. Liberty has served as the executive director of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts Foundation since 2008. In this role, she oversees university advancement services such as prospect development, portfolio management and accounting for all donor-restricted endowments held by the foundation.
Under Ms. Liberty's leadership, the foundation launched an innovative campaign, which surpassed its initial goal of $50 million and ultimately raised $75 million. This was a particularly significant achievement since it was the first fundraising campaign since the 1980s and set a new precedent for future efforts.
Professional Background
Ms. Liberty began her career in 1998 as an assistant controller at Alliance Property & Asset Management. In this role, she developed her expertise in asset management and financial analysis, establishing the foundation for her future successes in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. She developed her financial management and reporting skills further as an assistant controller at RMC Carolina Materials from 1999 to 2003 and at S&N Communications Inc. from 2003 to 2008. Ms. Liberty's success in these roles highlights her meticulous financial oversight and dedication to improving operational efficiencies.
Ms. Liberty's academic achievements have been instrumental in her professional success. She received a Bachelor of Business Administration from Guilford College in 1994 and a Master of Business Administration with a focus on management and operations from the University of Phoenix in 2006. She complemented her formal education by becoming a certified nonprofit accounting professional in 2022 and an advanced certified nonprofit accounting professional through BDO FMA in 2023.
Outside of Professional Life
Outside of the office, Ms. Liberty is an active member of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education and the American Prospect Research Association. She enjoys horseback riding and reading in her personal time.
Ms. Liberty attributes her success to a combination of drive and opportunity. She believes that networking is also crucial for career advancement. Looking ahead, she aspires to plan a unique campaign for the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, focusing on big ideas for the future rather than traditional fundraising methods. Her goal is to ensure the university's long-term future and uphold its values while paving the way for future generations.
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