Ferdina Mends “Ferdy” joined Firelight to focus on managing accounting and financial reporting needs. Ferdy is an Accounting consultant who started her career in the retail banking industry and has spent the past decade helping nonprofits comply with annual reporting requirements and meet their financial goals. In addition to Ferdy’s responsibility for overseeing the accounting functions at Firelight, she also serves as a strategic partner to the leadership team by advising on fiscal initiatives and participating in organizational initiatives that support operational effectiveness. Ferdy holds an MBA in Finance and a Bachelors in Accounting.