John Griffith

John Griffith, CPA

Director

Hirtle Callaghan & Co

John Griffith, CPA, is a director with Hirtle Callaghan, which works with nonprofits to develop sophisticated operating models, liquidity budgets and investment plans designed to meet their long-term investment objectives. Griffith works with schools on financial planning and customized asset allocations. Before joining Hirtle Callaghan, from 2003 until 2014, he was the chief financial officer and treasurer of Bryn Mawr College. There he oversaw an $850 million endowment, managed cash, issued debt and was responsible for budgeting and strategy planning. During the Great Recession, Bryn Mawr was one of only a few colleges whose debt rating was upgraded. Prior to Bryn Mawr, Griffith spent 15 years in various financial roles at the University of New Hampshire.

Online Courses

Past Webinars

  • Enrollment Forecasting as a Strategic Financial Tool This item is protected

    May 8, 2026
    This webinar presents a strategic approach to enrollment forecasting that blends the enrollment team’s relational insights with financial analysis and data modeling. Learn how to strengthen projections using internal data alongside external signals.
  • There's More Room for Change Than You Think This item is protected

    April 24, 2026
    To stay competitive in today’s educational landscape, independent schools should modernize spaces by aligning with evolving pedagogical trends and technology advancements. Learn how existing spaces can be transformed to better serve a campus community.
  • Effortless Efficiency: Payroll to Performance This item is protected

    April 13, 2026
    Efficiency is paramount through the entire Human Resources function. In this webinar, HR leaders and business officers will explore how to streamline workforce management from payroll processing to performance evaluation.
  • Mission (and Margin) Possible: Leveraging Campus Assets This item is protected

    March 30, 2026
    From summer programs and rentals to strategic partnerships, schools can unlock new income streams. This webinar explores practical strategies to maximize underutilized assets, assess operational readiness, and design sustainable initiatives.
  • Blending Respect and Efficiency in the Business Office This item is protected

    February 20, 2026
    Join members of NBOA’s volunteer Human Resources Council for a practical discussion on strategies to safeguard your working hours without compromising collegial relationships —all while saving time.

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