Rush Sherman Vice President of Administration and Finance
FRESH & FAMILIAR FACES
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS
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he departure of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) David Wilhite due to retirement (see page 28) brought another fresh face, Rush Sherman, to campus as Vice President of Administration and Finance. He brings more than 25 years of financial expertise to the College. For the past six years Rush was the CFO for Spalding University in Louisville where he is simultaneously earning a doctorate in leadership studies. Prior to working in higher education, Rush held financial planning and analysis positions at ResCare, Inc., Humana, and a nonprofit organization, Almost Family, Inc. President Rosemary Allen announced Rush’s hiring in March with a strong vote of confidence. “I am convinced that this hire is a big win for Georgetown College. Rush was instrumental to reorganizing Spalding’s finances and stabilizing its financial position. He brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight to our executive cabinet team.”
Rush believes his years in the healthcare industry prepared him perfectly for higher education finance. Both industries have undergone strategic, operational, and financial changes that require continuing innovations and positive outcomes for students, patients, and customers. “Georgetown College is in a unique position to grow in its future,” says Rush. Through the development of new programs, the College will expand its offerings in many areas where there is a desperate need for 21st century professionals. Through workforce partnerships, along with online, hybrid, and face-to-face instruction, the future is very bright.”
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A graduate of Bellarmine University’s undergraduate and graduate programs, Rush has spent his entire adult life learning and working in the Louisville area. But the respect he garnered for Wilhite’s service and leadership contributions in higher education as well as the reputation of Georgetown College piqued his interest in the position. “I have several friends and family members who have been connected to Georgetown. Their love and appreciation for the institution and its mission compelled me to investigate the opportunity when it came my way.”
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