Seth T. Bardu

A seasoned financial administrator, retired in 2023 and now offers consulting services through Bardu & Associates Consulting (BAC). We also help establish mentoring programs for leaders.

Notably, Bardu was part of the executive team at the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), where he served as Senior Vice President and CFO from 2018 to 2023. UNCF annually provides approximately $100 million in scholarships to minority students and supports 37 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

A Nonprofit Sector Executive with proven performance managing significant  operational budgets.  A dedicated steward, having a track record in multiple organizations, attracting, recruiting, and mentoring, establishing the infrastructure that has repeatedly resulted in accelerated performance. Effective and detailed, with the ability to create and execute strategic, high-value solutions in both stable and unstable environments. Tenacious at developing new opportunities, securing customer and employee loyalty, and forging long-term relationships with external and internal business partners that fortify, drive, and sustain results. Served with Board of Directors of numerous non-profit institutions engaged in social services, development and global disaster relief, publishing, higher education, healthcare and insurance/risk management. 

ACHIEVEMENT CATEGORIES REPRESENTED

• Financial Leadership • Financial Planning & Analysis • Capital Financing • Mentoring / Coaching
• Corporate Governance • Succession Planning • Budgeting / Forecasting • Learning Development
• Gender Equality • Global Operational Planning • Nonprofit Scaling • RIF / Turnaround 

Jessica Bardu is a highly accomplished professional with over a decade of experience in the field of education. Holding a BA in Early Childhood Education from Washington Adventist University, she has seamlessly transitioned into the role of Office Manager at Bardu & Associates Consultant. 

Drawing upon her extensive educational background, Jessica adeptly oversees a wide range of organizational tasks and responsibilities to ensure the seamless and efficient functioning of the office. 

Her keen confidence, remarkable adaptability to diverse situations, and unwavering commitment to maintaining and enhancing operational excellence have firmly established her as an indispensable and highly esteemed asset within the organization.