Jeff Blundell

Associate Vice President Financial Planning & Budget, University of Rochester

Jeff Blundell currently serves as the Associate Vice President for Financial Planning and Budget for the University of Rochester. The University of Rochester is a leading research university and a long-standing American Association of Universities (AAU) member. It comprises seven schools, an integrated medical center, and several world-class facilities, such as the Laboratory for Laser Energetics. The University's consolidated annual operating budget is around $8 billion.

Before his tenure at the University of Rochester, Jeff’s career spanned various sectors, demonstrating his versatility and adaptability. He held budget and finance roles at esteemed Higher Education institutions, including MIT and Reed College. His professional journey began in the vibrant music and entertainment industry in the United Kingdom, where he worked for renowned companies such as the BBC, Sanctuary Records, and Marvel.

Jeff’s academic qualifications are equally diverse, with a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology and a master’s degree in finance, leadership, and management.