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Who We Are

Strategic Finance Advisory, LLC was founded in 2019 by Susan Wayland.  With extensive experience in a wide range of industries, Susan and her team have more than 40 years of combined experience in independent school business office management, including a depth of knowledge in accounting, finance, HR, systems and organizational development.  

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With a passion for the missions of independent schools and non profits, Strategic Finance Advisory is here to help your organization thrive and be sustainable in an ever changing landscape.

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The Team

Behind the Scenes

Susan Wayland

Founder and CEO

​Susan Wayland is the Founder and CEO of SFA.  Susan has more than 35 years of experience leading the finance function in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations. Susan has specifically been working in nonprofit education since 2011 where she held lead accounting role for the San Francisco Art Institute.  Susan has also been the CFO for the San Francisco Day School.   Susan manages all day to day aspects of SFA and serves clients across the country to assist with strategic finance, accounting software implementations and business function assessments.  Susan holds an MBA in Corporate Finance from Golden Gate University where she taught graduate and undergraduate level business finance courses.  Board memberships have included the Blackbaud Software K-12 Advisory Board, Independent School Data Exchange (INDEX) as well as serving as Board Chair for a nonprofit equine therapy organization, Giant Steps Therapeutic Equestrian Center.  Susan is an avid equestrian riding her horses Wish Granted and Liam whenever she can.  She lives on the Central Coast of California with her partner, Mark and their two rescue dogs Lucy and Echo.

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Diane Morris, CPA

CFO Consultant

Diane joined SFA in November 2024.   She earned her CPA in 1986 while working in a Big 8 US public accounting firm. She has worked in multiple industries including public accounting, real estate, gaming, online travel and most recently in PK-12 private independent schools. She has served on multiple not-for-profit boards and is currently serving on 2 boards. Diane lives in Arizona and has a passion for golf while enjoying other hobbies both indoor and outdoor.

Mary Brooks, CPA

Accounting and Controller Consultant

Mary started her career with KPMG in public accounting, and subsequently worked in senior level roles in various industries including financial services and higher education.  In 2018, she transitioned to consulting services for non-profit organizations, consumer products and small business clients. Mary recently joined SFA, and has worked closely with Susan on indepdendent school projects.  Mary recently added volunteer work at Stanford University and Stanford Health Care to her list of interests.   

Mark Mushkat

Senior Business Consultant

Since 1979,  Mark has created and managed a number of successful businesses while also serving as a consultant to business owners and ultra high net worth family offices. His areas of expertise include strategic planning, client communications, private equity investing, and marketing.  Mark assists Susan with strategy for SFA and provides guidance on client selection and management.

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Lucy and Echo

Office Mascots

Lucy and Echo manage all things fun and cuddly for SFA - they are daily reminders to live in the moment

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