Felicia Herring is a financial professional, educator, and community advocate with more than 35 years of experience. Her career has taken her from Accounts Receivable Specialist to Chief Financial Officer, reflecting her expertise in accounting, financial operations, and leadership. She holds an Associate Degree in Accounting from Delgado Community College and a Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Her passion for education extends beyond her financial career. Felicia has taught kindergarten and sixth grade and founded Always A Lady, a program for young girls in New Orleans focused on self-worth, etiquette, and leadership. Her interest in financial education continues through KIDZFINANCE: Smart Money Adventures, a financial learning program for children, and the Life Budget Project, which helps high school students explore the costs and choices associated with college, careers, and independent living.
Family is central to Felicia’s life. As a mother of ten through adoption, birth, and a blended family, and a grandmother of nine, she brings a broad perspective on caregiving, responsibility, and creating opportunities for the next generation. She has also served as a caregiver for her parents, extending her dedication to family across generations.
Outside her professional work, Felicia enjoys writing poetry and stories, developing business ideas, and teaching others how to budget. Across her career, family life, and community involvement, she remains committed to helping people build confidence, make informed decisions, and recognize the possibilities ahead of them.