Peabody-Based Bridgewell Names New Chief Financial Officer

PEABODY, MA — Peabody-based nonprofit social and human services organization Bridgewell named Leanna Flemming as its new Chief Financial Officer.

"Leanna's career spans human services and other nonprofit sectors, and her strategic insights and operational acumen have contributed to the growth and stability of the organizations she has served," said Bridgewell President and CEO Christopher Tuttle in a news release. "We are thrilled to welcome Leanna to the team and are confident that her experience will be invaluable as we continue to grow and advance our mission."

Fleming will oversee all aspects of Bridgewell’s budget and finance department. She will provide leadership and direction to fiscal operations to shape, support and promote the agency's mission, growth and long-term financial viability.

Previously, Fleming served as CFO of a Lawrence-based health and human services agency for more than five years. She also served as CFO of a nonprofit foundation dedicated to developing courageous leaders and sustainability models to help change people’s lives and create stronger communities.

In both roles, Fleming consistently demonstrated expertise in financial planning, analysis and reporting.

Fleming, who resides in North Hampton, NH, earned a bachelor's degree in accounting from Bentley University. She also holds an MBA with a concentration in management information systems from Bentley.