Our team

Tara Franco is a seasoned financial strategist with a background in the construction industry, where she honed her skills in operations, contracting, procurement, and project management. As the former Controller of a construction firm, Tara expertly managed multi-million dollar projects and deftly handled the intricate web of day-to-day operations, finance, and human resources.

Her pivot to the public affairs industry has seen her apply her sharp acumen to contracts, billing, payroll, and broader operational and accounting roles. In this sector, Tara's strategic oversight extended to a variety of initiatives, including public awareness campaigns and significant education and energy projects, where she orchestrated multi-million dollar budgets for paid media, production, and project management.

A proud alumna of SUNY New Paltz, Tara now brings her wealth of experience to Moxie Strategies as the Executive Vice President of Finance and HR. She is the financial heartbeat of the team, ensuring that Moxie’s mission is met with fiscal excellence and human resources ingenuity. She lives in East Fishkill, NY, with her husband Tom, and their two kids, Joey and Jenna.