MACFO September Spotlight Speaker Event

When:

September 19, 2025 at 8:00am – 11:30am EDT

People:

Glenn D. Solomon

Location:

Maryland Center for Housing

11825 W. Market Place,

Fulton, MD 20759

MACFO September Spotlight Speaker Event

We are very excited to have two dynamic, high-profile and relevant speakers - State Comptroller Brooke Lierman and David Krajewski, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Lifebridge Health.

Comptroller Lierman holds a unique role in Maryland government as Comptroller and one of three members of the State Board of Public Works. Hear Comptroller Lierman discuss the business climate in Maryland and what she plans to achieve during her remaining term as Comptroller of Maryland.

We are looking forward to the Mid-Atlantic CFO Roundtable’s next event on September 19th.

We hope you can join us!

No Cost, 3 CPE Hours

Schedule

8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.: Networking

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.: Discussion

Meet Our Speakers

Brooke Lierman • State of Maryland, Comptroller

Brooke Lierman is the 34th Comptroller of the state of Maryland and the first woman to be independently elected to one of our state’s constitutional offices. After running a strong, policy-focused and grassroots-led campaign, she was elected with over 60% of the vote in November 2022. She is an attorney by training, practicing as a civil rights and disability rights lawyer for many years, and prior to her election as Comptroller, she served for eight years a member of the House of Delegates representing part of Baltimore City. While in the House, she spent time in leadership roles on both the Appropriations Committee and the Environment and Transportation Committee. She chaired the Oversight Committee on Pensions. Brooke grew up in Montgomery County and now lives in Baltimore City with her husband two school-age children.

Ryan Staton • StatonWalsh, Managing Partner/Director of Planning

Ryan Staton is a leading expert in business planning and personal financial strategies, known for helping business owners develop customized plans that create clarity, confidence, and lasting legacies. His commitment to delivering exceptional advice has earned him a well-deserved reputation in the industry.

With certifications including Certified Exit Planner (CExP), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF), and an MBA, Ryan combines his technical expertise with a personable approach. His deep understanding of business succession, wealth management, and financial planning makes him the go-to advisor for entrepreneurs and families looking to grow, protect, and transition their wealth with purpose.

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