Finance Committee

Home / Get Involved / Committees / Committee

The Finance Committee assists with the development of the Society's annual budget and oversees the financial performance of the Society.

ISHLT members can log in to see contact information for each of the committee members and representatives listed below. Only ISHLT members have access to this information.

Headshot of Brian Lima

Brian Lima, MD (2026)

At Large Member
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN USA
Headshot of John Parent

John Parent, MD (2026)

At Large Member
Indiana University School of Medicine
Idianapolis, IN USA
Headshot of Laurie Snyder

Laurie Snyder, MD, MHS (2026)

At Large Member
Duke University
Durham, NC USA
Headshot of Simon Urschel

Simon Urschel, MD (2026)

At Large Member
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada

The Finance Committee assists with the development of the Society's annual budget and oversees the financial performance of the Society. It reviews an annual independent auditor's report, oversees the Society's investments, addresses financial matters as requested by the Board of Directors, and provides general guidance to the Board related to the fiscal well-being of the Society.

Policies

Committee Composition
Committee Composition

The Finance Committee shall be comprised of a minimum of four and a maximum of five individuals:

  • Chaired by the Treasurer of the ISHLT Board of Directors
  • Two members appointed by the President from among the Board for one-year terms, renewable twice.
  • At least one additional at large member selected by the chair and approved by the Board as needed to provide specific expertise.
  • Members may not simultaneously serve in a Board position for any other related organization.
  • Staffed by the Chief Executive Officer or the Chief Operations Officer
Committee Responsibilities
Committee Responsibilities
  • Work with the CEO in the development of the Society's annual budget.
  • At least twice per year, the Treasurer, working with the Finance Committee, shall ensure that financial statements including income, expenses, and balance reports are presented for the Board's review.
  • Oversee the Society's investments, including approval of the investment policy statement (IPS) and firm selected to manage investments.
  • Select an independent auditor for engagement by the Board.
  • Review the annual independent audit, with the CEO or COO, present results to the Board for Board discussion and approval.
  • Provide general guidance to the Board related to the fiscal well-being of the Society and address other financial matters as delegated to it by the Board.