Steve Cross

Steve Cross

Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Rowland Hall

Steve joined Rowland Hall as Chief Financial and Operations Officer in June, 2023.  Before joining Rowland Hall, Steve worked for Goldman Sachs for 15 years, holding a variety of operational, financial, analytical and project management leadership roles.  Prior to that, he worked at JPMorgan for 10 years, starting on their graduate program and working in various divisions.  Steve graduated from the University of Warwick in the UK with a BSc in Accounting and Finance.

Online Courses

Past Webinars

  • Essential Considerations for Auxiliary Programs at Independent Schools This item is protected

    March 7, 2025
    Drawing on case studies, national trends and proven best practices, this session will address five key high-level factors to consider before investing in auxiliary programs.
  • Capital Advice on Facilities Planning: RFPs, Consulting, Opportunities This item is protected

    February 14, 2025
    A panel of school leaders will provide a behind-the-scenes look into the world of capital facilities and planning consultants, who serve independent schools in matters of planning, developing, funding and delivering capital projects.
  • Top Financial Mistakes & Control Deficiencies: Prevention and Solutions This item is protected

    February 3, 2025
    Learn the most common financial reporting mistakes and control deficiencies for independent schools. Gain insights into identifying, preventing and correcting these errors to enhance your school's financial health and operational efficiency.
  • Adapting Workforce Strategies for a Changing Landscape This item is protected

    January 17, 2025
    In a rapidly evolving work environment, independent schools face unique challenges in hiring, onboarding, and retaining top talent. Explore actionable strategies for leaders centering a culture of belonging throughout a workforce development lifecycle.
  • How to Save Your School Money with PurchasingPoint This item is protected

    December 6, 2024
    This webinar provides an overview of the PurchasingPoint program, tour of the PurchasingPoint portal and examples of vendor discounts and sign-up processes. Webinar recorded on November 7, 2024

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