Nichole Reese Murry New CFO At Glades Schools

MOORE HAVEN, FL. -- Nichole Reese Murry, MPA has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer for the Glades County School District.

What makes Nichole's appointment especially meaningful is her deep connection to the Glades County community. Moore Haven is home to Nichole where she grew up and where her roots run deep. She is the daughter of Dean and Gloria Reese, whose love, support, and sacrifices shaped the leader she has become.

Nichole is married to her husband, Stacy Murry, and is the proud mother of her son, AJ, an avid baseball player. Family, faith, and community are at the center of her life, values that will guide her service to our district.

For Nichole, joining the Glades County School District is not just a career move, it is a homecoming. She is returning to serve the community that raised her, and her dedication and expertise will benefit our students, families, and staff for years to come.

In Nichole's own words: "I'm not here for the title, I'm here for the mission. This is my alma mater. I'm not building a résumé; I'm building a purpose and legacy."

Professional Background

Nichole has 22 years of public sector finance experience in the State of Florida, including 19 years at Florida A&M University. Most recently, she served as Acting Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer, where she oversaw a $470.5 million operating budget and led a team of 115 professionals.

Nichole holds a Master of Public Administration from Troy University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Analysis. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Global Leadership with a concentration in Higher Education Administration and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt practitioner.
A Daughter of Moore Haven

From: Dr. Alice Beth Barfield, Superintendent, Glades County School District