From CFO to Change Agent: MSI's Teresa Hunter on Modernizing the IRS and Beyond Sponsored by vTech Solution

In this episode of Former Fed Friday, host Shelley McGuire welcomes Teresa Hunter, former CFO of the IRS and now Executive Director at Management Science and Innovation (MSI), for an engaging conversation about leadership, modernization, and transformation inside one of the government’s most complex financial environments. Teresa shares her 15-year federal journey, from auditing at KPMG to driving financial modernization at GSA, DHS, Interior, and the IRS. She offers an inside look at how strong collaboration between CFOs and CIOs can turn challenges into modernization success stories and how automation, RPA, and AI are reshaping financial management in government. Whether you’re passionate about digital transformation, leadership in the public sector, or simply love stories of perseverance and innovation, this episode delivers practical insights and plenty of inspiration. To connect with Teresa, visit her LinkedIn profile here. Learn more about MSI by visiting their website here. If you liked listening to this episode, view our Former Fed Perspectives page here. To view all of our podcast series, visit our podcast page. Thank you to our sponsor vTech Solution.