Val Gonzalez

Chief Financial Officer, The Climate Reality Project

Val is from the US/Venezuela.

Val Gonzalez is a seasoned Chief Financial Officer with over two decades of experience in financial strategy and leadership within global nonprofits. She specializes in managing asset portfolios, compliance, planning, and reporting, always aligning financial operations with the mission of advancing humanitarian causes. A Certified Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, and Fraud Examiner, Val emphasizes transparency and accountability in every aspect of her work.

Known for her ability to guide organizations through periods of growth, Val focuses on building sustainable and agile financial frameworks while empowering teams to thrive. Her leadership extends beyond numbers—she is deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access, fostering inclusive environments that reflect her values.

An immigrant from Venezuela, Val is fluent in Spanish and brings a global perspective to her work and mentorship. Her personal journey, coupled with professional accomplishments, makes her uniquely equipped to support and inspire others. A proud mother of two college students, Val combines professional expertise with empathy and resilience, offering mentees both strategic insight and heartfelt guidance as they navigate their own leadership paths