Finance Division

Dr. Kurt E. John .

Sung Yon Lee currently serves as the Deputy Chief Business Officer (DCBO) at the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Before stepping into this role, Ms. Lee built a distinguished legal career, practicing as an attorney on the Business and Government, and later the Facilities Teams, within the Office of General Counsel at both LAUSD and the Los Angeles County Office of Education. Ms. Lee’s expertise extends beyond the legal field. She also held the position of Chief Procurement Officer for LAUSD, where she demonstrated leadership in managing district-wide procurement operations. A proud graduate of the University of Southern California, Ms. Lee holds dual degrees in English Literature and Political Science. She furthered her academic credentials by earning a Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles. She is currently pursuing certification as a Chief Business Official through the prestigious FCMAT CBO Mentor Program, reflecting her commitment to continuous professional development and excellence in school business operations.

As a proud product of the Los Angeles Unified School District, Daniel has been serving its students and communities since 2005. With a steadfast commitment to improving public education and ensuring efficient administrative operations, he currently holds the position of Special Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer. Throughout his career, Daniel has demonstrated exceptional leadership across various administrative roles across all levels of the organization, including school sites, regional offices, Information Technology Services, and more recently, the Superintendent’s Office. His extensive experience and strategic vision have been instrumental in driving positive change within the district. Daniel earned his Master of Arts in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Public Sector Management from California State University, Northridge. His dedication to public service and his comprehensive skill set make him an invaluable asset to our leadership team.

Tony Atienza

Melissa Hollingsworth.

Matt began serving the District in November of 2023 as Deputy Chief Procurement officer and now serving as Chief Procurement Officer. Prior to serving with the District, Matt spent over 14 years with a global supply chain services provider in various roles of leadership and management. Matt earned his Bachelor’s Degree from California State University Long Beach and his MBA from Babson College in Wellesley, MA.

Brandee Verrett.