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As Finance Director, Janet manages donation processing, accounts payable, financial reporting, and oversees the church’s financial systems and records. She enjoys the structure and strategy of financial management, but doing this work for her church community brings an added sense of purpose and joy.

Janet holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University and brings a strong background in project management and finance. From 1987 to 1998, she managed multiple construction projects at a paper mill before stepping away from full-time work to focus on raising her children. Her journey back into the workforce began as Finance Director at Lohr & Company, where she expanded her expertise through online coursework in bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation. In 2012, she joined Portico and has since grown into her current leadership role.

Outside the office, Janet’s week includes caring for her grandchildren, teaching 5th grade with her husband in Portico Kids, and staying active with Pure Barre classes. In the fall, you’ll find her deer hunting alongside her husband. She’s also enjoys sourdough baking, and reading and is currently diving into research on backyard beekeeping — her next potential adventure!