Manuel Pardo is the Chief Finance and Operations Officer at Viewpoint School, where he oversees the school’s financial strategy and day-to-day operations. His responsibilities include managing the operating and capital budgets, overseeing cash reserves and endowments, and directing key areas such as accounting, construction, buildings and grounds, campus security, transportation, food services, and support operations. Prior to joining Viewpoint, Manuel held CFOO roles at several independent schools in Los Angeles, including Crossroads School, Village School, Windward School, and Wildwood School. He also worked within the California State University system. Manuel holds an MBA from the USC Marshall School of Business and a Bachelor’s degree from California State University, Northridge.