Mark Highfield

Budget Manager Mark Highfield at Hanover County, Virginia, is the go-to colleague when departments need help navigating budget complexities or improving internal processes. A CPFO since 2010, Mark encourages others to pursue continuing education and certification to grow in their careers. “Mark is a natural leader who dedicates his time to public finance education, mentoring others, and representing the best of what local government finance should be,” observes Budget Division Director Shelly Wright. Whether supporting departments like Fire and EMS—who honored him with the 2024 "Chief’s Choice Award"—or mentoring peers within the Budget division, Mark is respected for his clarity, reliability, and dedication to helping others. 

Nominated by Shelly Wright, budget division director, County of Hanover, Virginia