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Melissa McCaw is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Public Policy at the University of Connecticut and currently serves as Finance Director for the Town of East Hartford. She holds a B.A. in Government from Wesleyan University and an M.P.A. in Public Finance & Budgeting from the University of Connecticut. Her expertise spans executive budgeting, financial management, and strategic planning in government and higher education.
- Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Government, Wesleyan University
- Master of Public Administration (Public Finance & Budgeting), University of Connecticut
McCaw specializes in fiscal sustainability and operational resilience, emphasizing long-term financial stewardship. Her career includes key roles such as Secretary of the Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (2019–2022), where she managed a $20+ billion state budget and led financial reforms. She previously served as CFO and Director of Budget, Management & Grants for Hartford (all funds budget >$1B), averting municipal bankruptcy. Earlier roles included Budget Director at the University of Hartford and eight years at Connecticut’s Office of Policy and Management.
Professional Highlights:
- 20+ years in executive finance and policy
- Reformed Connecticut’s fiscal framework post-crisis
- Expertise in balancing constituent needs with sustainable fiscal policies
