Victoria Wassmer is the Assistant Administrator for the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Office of Finance and Management (AFN). In 2011, she spearheaded the implementation of a forward-thinking, shared services operating model that consolidated and streamlined the agency’s common business services under AFN. Today, she leads 3,400 professionals, overseeing the efficient delivery of finance, acquisitions, contracting, information technology, property, logistics, technical training, and regional integration services to customers across the agency and federal government. She is also responsible for managing the FAA’s $15 billion budget and leading efforts to identify cost savings, leverage technology, and optimize resources in order to position the agency to achieve the aviation safety mission while maintaining the flexibility to accommodate ever-changing requirements. Over her career, she has held various other positions in the public and private sector, including several at the FAA: Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Director of the Office of Budget, and Manager of Performance and Cost Analysis. Whether overseeing or supporting the planning and execution of the agency’s annual budget, through these positions, Victoria learned the importance of being a dedicated, responsible steward of the American taxpayers’ resources. Currently, as the head of AFN, she applies strategic and data--informed approaches to implement business practices designed to ensure performance and accountability. During her prior service at FAA, she gained invaluable leadership experience through her participation in
the Senior Leadership Development Program and her selection to the FAA’s Executive Service.