CFO Interview Series: A Conversation with Corey Ebert, Director of Finance, Brownsburg Community Schools Corey Ebert oversees one of the largest and most complex school operations in Indiana as Director of Finance for Brownsburg Community Schools, supporting more than 10,000 students and approximately 1,300 employees. His path to school finance blends education leadership with business discipline -- a combination that strongly shapes his pragmatic approach. Corey began his career as a classroom teacher and coach before moving into school administration as an assistant principal. Along the way, he earned an MBA alongside his educational administration credentials, which sharpened his interest in operational systems, workflow design, and organizational effectiveness. After working closely with Brownsburg’s previous CFO, Corey officially stepped into the finance leadership role in 2024. That blend of classroom experience, administrative leadership, and business training gives Corey a deep appreciation for the unique complexity of school finance -- and the critical role the business office plays in serving the district’s mission: supporting kids by empowering the adults who serve ...