State and Local Government Accounting Conference

Lisa Parker

Lisa Parker is a senior project manager with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).  She also serves as coordinator for the Governmental Accounting Standards Advisory Council (GASAC). Prior to joining the GASB in 2008, Lisa worked for Runyon Kersteen Ouellette CPAs for 10 years, the town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine as finance director and interim town manager for 2 years, and the city of Saco, Maine as finance director for 8 years.

Lisa is a certified public accountant and a chartered global management accountant.  She also is a member of the Association of Governmental Accountants, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Maine Society of Certified Public Accountants, where she served as president. Previously, Lisa was president of the Maine Governmental Finance Officers Association, an executive board member of the New England Governmental Finance Officers Association, and a member of a national GFOA standing committee.

Lisa attended Boston College and the University of Southern Maine graduating with magna cum laude honors and a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Lisa Parker

Lisa Parker is a senior project manager with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).  She also serves as coordinator for the Governmental Accounting Standards Advisory Council (GASAC). Prior to joining the GASB in 2008, Lisa worked for Runyon Kersteen Ouellette CPAs for 10 years, the town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine as finance director and interim town manager for 2 years, and the city of Saco, Maine as finance director for 8 years.

Lisa is a certified public accountant and a chartered global management accountant.  She also is a member of the Association of Governmental Accountants, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Maine Society of Certified Public Accountants, where she served as president. Previously, Lisa was president of the Maine Governmental Finance Officers Association, an executive board member of the New England Governmental Finance Officers Association, and a member of a national GFOA standing committee.

Lisa attended Boston College and the University of Southern Maine graduating with magna cum laude honors and a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Lisa Parker

Lisa Parker is a senior project manager with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).  She also serves as coordinator for the Governmental Accounting Standards Advisory Council (GASAC). Prior to joining the GASB in 2008, Lisa worked for Runyon Kersteen Ouellette CPAs for 10 years, the town of Old Orchard Beach, Maine as finance director and interim town manager for 2 years, and the city of Saco, Maine as finance director for 8 years.

Lisa is a certified public accountant and a chartered global management accountant.  She also is a member of the Association of Governmental Accountants, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Maine Society of Certified Public Accountants, where she served as president. Previously, Lisa was president of the Maine Governmental Finance Officers Association, an executive board member of the New England Governmental Finance Officers Association, and a member of a national GFOA standing committee.

Lisa attended Boston College and the University of Southern Maine graduating with magna cum laude honors and a bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Jason Harrell

Jason Harrell is the FICPA Chief External Affairs Officer responsible for leading all aspects of the Institute’s public policy, advocacy, governmental affairs and regulatory affairs. He serves as the liaison to the DBPR and Board of Accountancy and is responsible for all advocacy-related external communications and campaigns to increase the value of the CPA license. Jason brings numerous years of experience to this role, previously serving as director of government relations for Florida Court Clerks and Comptrollers Association and budget and communications director for the Clerks of Court Operations Corporation, serving in key roles under two Speakers in the Florida House, and serving in the Executive Office of the Governor in the Office of Policy and Budget and Chief Inspector General’s Office.

Lauren Jones

Lauren Henderson is the FICPA’s Deputy Director of Governmental Affairs supporting the execution of its strategic advocacy goals. She works to promote and advance FICPA’s legislative priorities and strengthen its relationship with legislators and their staff. In addition to her work at the Capitol, she generates timely legislation and political communications aspects, supports the development of the CPA/PAC, and enhances the FICPA’s connections with key stakeholders and state agencies. Previously she was a Senior Legislative Director for the political consulting firm Cynergy Consulting, LLC, for more than 10 years, worked on political campaigns for high-profile candidates, and was named one of Florida Politics 30-under-30 list of rising stars. 

Gail Gray

Gail Gray is the Technology Partner at LSL CPS's 
While Gail holds a strong foundation in traditional accounting practices, she also shows a keen interest in integrating modern technology into her field. Her journey into technological innovations started in 2003 with the creation of a unique GASB reporting tool, a testament to her ability to adapt and innovate. 
From 2019, Gail has been exploring the realm of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and overall process modernization. She invests considerable time in researching and working with these emerging technologies, including AI solutions such as ChatGPT, showing her openness to continual learning and advancement. 
This blend of deep-rooted accounting knowledge, coupled with an enthusiastic adoption of cutting-edge technologies, illustrates Gail's balanced and holistic approach to her profession. She gracefully bridges the gap between traditional practices and technological advancements, making her a valuable contributor to the evolving landscape of the industry.

Gail Gray

Gail Gray is the Technology Partner at LSL CPS's 
While Gail holds a strong foundation in traditional accounting practices, she also shows a keen interest in integrating modern technology into her field. Her journey into technological innovations started in 2003 with the creation of a unique GASB reporting tool, a testament to her ability to adapt and innovate. 
From 2019, Gail has been exploring the realm of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and overall process modernization. She invests considerable time in researching and working with these emerging technologies, including AI solutions such as ChatGPT, showing her openness to continual learning and advancement. 
This blend of deep-rooted accounting knowledge, coupled with an enthusiastic adoption of cutting-edge technologies, illustrates Gail's balanced and holistic approach to her profession. She gracefully bridges the gap between traditional practices and technological advancements, making her a valuable contributor to the evolving landscape of the industry.

David Jang

David Jang is a Managing Partner/CEO of Deep Blue Investment Advisors and directs the firm's strategic growth in business development and client advisory services. David's investment advisory experience, client-focused approach and understanding of the multiple components affecting local governments enables him to provide valuable insight to treasury management, investment management and consulting clients. David routinely speaks at Florida's Government associations, chapters, conferences and CPE seminars which address local, current economic conditions and challenges facing Florida's entities.

Prior to joining Deep Blue Investment Advisors, David spent 12 years working with Florida local government clients and 34 years overall in investment advisory services.
David earned his Bachelor's degree in Economics from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. He earned the Association of Financial Professionals (AFP) designation of Certified Treasury Professional (CTP). David is a Registered Investment Advisor with the Florida Department of Financial Regulation.