Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Empowering Texas School Business Professionals
For over 75 years, the TASBO (TASBO) has served as the premier professional development and networking organization for Texas school business professionals. Our mission focuses on empowering school business leaders through expert-led training, industry-recognized certifications, and statewide networking opportunities. With a membership exceeding 9,000 professionals across 23 regional affiliates, we provide comprehensive support in accounting, finance, procurement, operations, and policy development. Our Center for School Finance offers specialized research and advocacy on K-12 education funding, while our certification programs have become the industry standard, with over 3,200 Texans holding TASBO credentials.Through annual conferences, online learning platforms, and strategic partnerships with education service providers, we deliver practical solutions that enhance district efficiency and student outcomes. Our team combines decades of public education experience with innovative approaches to professional development, ensuring members receive actionable insights and best practices tailored to Texas school operations.
Services
Professional Development Training
School Finance Certification
Policy Research Services
Leadership Development Programs
Regional Networking Events
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- 75+ years supporting Texas public school business operations
- 23 regional affiliates providing local networking and training opportunities
- Industry-standard certifications required by many Texas school districts
- Exclusive access to research-backed policy analysis and advocacy
- Comprehensive professional development with 3,500+ annual training participants
What people say
Expert-led training
Industry-standard certifications
Valuable networking
Research-backed resources
Effective advocacy
Services
Professional Development Training
TASBO offers hundreds of in-person and online training opportunities annually. Our research-backed courses cover finance, operations, procurement, and policy. Expert instructors deliver practical knowledge applicable to Texas school districts. Programs include leadership development, certification preparation, and specialized topic workshops.
School Finance Certification
Our industry-standard certifications validate expertise in school business operations. Programs require specific training hours and experience. Recognized by districts statewide, certifications enhance career opportunities and demonstrate professional competence in Texas education finance and operations.
Policy Research Services
TASBO's Center for School Finance conducts policy research and advocates for Texas K-12 education funding improvements. We analyze legislative proposals, develop funding models, and provide data-driven recommendations to support effective school finance policy decisions.
Leadership Development Programs
Our leadership development initiatives include mentorship programs, hands-on learning experiences, and specialized training tracks. Programs focus on cultivating future school business leaders through structured development pathways and practical skill-building exercises.
Regional Networking Events
With 23 regional affiliates, we facilitate local networking and professional connections. Events include training sessions, roundtable discussions, and collaborative meetings that foster peer-to-peer learning and regional cooperation among Texas school business professionals.
People
Tracy Ginsburg
Executive Director
Former CFO for Round Rock ISD and Fort Bend ISD with over 20 years of school finance experience. Recognized with ASBO's Eagle Award and Texas Society of Association Executives' Distinguished Executive Award.
Amanda Brownson
Deputy Executive Director
Former classroom teacher and TEA Director of State Funding with doctorate in education. Leads TASBO's policy research initiatives and Center for School Finance operations with 15 years of Texas school finance expertise.
Becky Estrada
Chief Certification Officer
Retired CFO from Lackland ISD with 25+ years in school business operations. Former TASBO Board President and recipient of the Commitment to Excellence Award and Outstanding Volunteer recognition.
Kristi Clark
Chief Policy Officer
Attorney with BBA in Accounting and law degree from UT-Austin. Former Lead Attorney at TASB with specialization in education finance policy and legal issues affecting Texas school districts.
Tom Greer
Associate Executive Director
10+ years in association management with prior experience leading education initiatives at Time Warner Cable. Holds CAE certification and specializes in strategic organizational development.
Questions
What services does TASBO offer for school business professionals?
TASBO provides professional development training, certification programs, policy research, leadership development, and regional networking opportunities for Texas school business professionals.
How can I become certified through TASBO?
TASBO offers multiple certification tracks requiring specific training hours and experience. Certification applications and requirements are available through our website.
What regional support does TASBO provide?
We maintain 23 regional affiliates across Texas that offer localized training, networking events, and professional development opportunities for members.
How does TASBO support school finance professionals?
Our Center for School Finance provides specialized research, policy analysis, and advocacy on Texas K-12 education funding issues.
What conferences does TASBO host annually?
TASBO hosts three major conferences: Engage Conference (February-March), Summer Solutions Conference (June), and School Operations Conference (October-November).
