Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio
The nine divisions of the VPFO are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety and risk management for our university community.
We oversee a $3.98 billion budget, a $3.38 billion endowment, and all facilities on both campuses, as well as managing the university’s relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust. In all the portfolio’s responsibilities, we are committed to the values of innovation, unity and accountability.
VPFO Strategic Plan 2024–2027
Having a strategic plan gives us a clear path, keeping everyone on the same page. Learn more about where we’re going next and how we plan to get there.
News from the VPFO
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Read more: UBC Third Quarter 2024/25 Financial Report is now available
UBC Third Quarter 2024/25 Financial Report is now available
The university’s third quarter 2024/25 financial report is now available on the UBC Finance portal.
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Read more: Update on UBC’s and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments
Update on UBC’s and UBCIM Responsible Investing Commitments
The University is committed to continually advancing its responsible investing practices and enhancing existing important work in this area. At this time, we are particularly focused on further integration of social factors, including human rights, in a manner that is…
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Read more: Girish Ananthanarayana joins Finance & Integrated Services as ISC Application Platform Support Senior Manager
Girish Ananthanarayana joins Finance & Integrated Services as ISC Application Platform Support Senior Manager
As the Senior Manager in Application Platform Support, Girish directs teams focused on reporting, security, and quality assurance.
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Read more: Helga Pereira joins Finance & Integrated Services as ISC Service Desk Manager
Helga Pereira joins Finance & Integrated Services as ISC Service Desk Manager
Helga joins the Integrated Service Centre (ISC) Service Desk team and will work alongside co-managers, Divya Shetty and Jimmy Gau, as well as Senior Manager, Veekay Padhi.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Mikhail Manaligod promoted to Construction Document Administrator in Infrastructure Development, Facilities
Mikhail Manaligod promoted to Construction Document Administrator in Infrastructure Development, Facilities
Mikhail’s extensive experience with contract and document control, reports and data analysis, maintenance management systems, and customer service will make him a great addition to the team.
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Read more: Lindsay Wyant joins UBC as Finance Manager, Capital Financial Reporting
Lindsay Wyant joins UBC as Finance Manager, Capital Financial Reporting
In her new role, Lindsay will partner with other VPFO team members to continuously improve reporting and business processes and enable effective financial management throughout the portfolio.
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Read more: Sam Stephens joins Safety & Risk Services as the new Director, Special Projects
Sam Stephens joins Safety & Risk Services as the new Director, Special Projects
Sam has a diverse background, with extensive experience leading projects and teams within Compliance, Security and Risk Management roles for organizations in the public sector.
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Read more: Srinath Srinivasan joins Safety & Risk Services as Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance in PrISM
Srinath Srinivasan joins Safety & Risk Services as Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance in PrISM
Srinath is a Cybersecurity professional with over a decade of experience in a diverse range of industries and sectors, including transportation, health, finance, and technology in both private and public sector organizations.
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Read more: Clayton Mullen joins Facilities as Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities in Energy & Water Services
Clayton Mullen joins Facilities as Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities in Energy & Water Services
As Senior Manager of Thermal Utilities, Clayton will bring thermal utility managerial and operational experience. He will be leading the Thermal Utilities team to improve practices and processes.