Announcing Brian Foss as vice dean of finance

I am very pleased to share that Brian Foss, MBA (CWR ’02, MGT ’07), has been appointed vice dean of finance for Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, effective Dec. 1.

Brian brings more than 20 years of experience in higher education finance and administration, with deep expertise in financial strategy, operations and organizational transformation. Many of you may remember Brian from his earlier years at our School of Medicine, where he served in several leadership roles, including assistant dean for finance and planning, and helped guide the school’s financial operations and planning.

Brian is also a proud Case Western Reserve alumnus, holding both a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration from the Weatherhead School of Management.

Most recently, Brian served as vice president for finance and administration, chief financial officer and treasurer at Lawrence University of Wisconsin, where he oversaw a broad portfolio that included finance, accounting, facilities, human resources and information technology, while working closely with senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.

Brian’s experience in complex academic environments, along with his collaborative leadership style, will serve our school well. As we continue to advance our missions in education, research and clinical care, strong financial leadership will be essential. Brian will be an important partner in helping us strengthen our foundation, support our strategic priorities and position the School of Medicine for continued success.

In this role, Brian will work closely with me, our vice deans, senior associate deans at our hospital partners, faculty leaders across the School of Medicine, and Brian D. Burnett, PhD, the university’s executive vice president and chief financial officer, as well as his finance team. He will help strengthen our financial planning and operations, support strategic decision-making and foster the transparency, consistency and shared purpose that are so important to our community.

Burnett shared, “Brian Foss brings important financial and operational leadership experience, and I look forward to the contributions he will make to the School of Medicine. His expertise will help support our ability to advance the school’s academic, research and clinical mission.”

Please join me in welcoming Brian back to Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. I am delighted he is returning to our leadership team, and I look forward to all we will accomplish together.

Sincerely, 
Stan Gerson, MD
Dean and Senior Vice President for Medical Affairs
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine