#SETSEGStaff – Amy Maneval

At SET SEG many staff members, and even whole departments, are crucial to our success yet often work behind the scenes — far less visible to our members and stakeholders. One example is our finance team, the backbone of our organization. Their meticulous attention to detail ensures accurate financial reporting and compliance, while their strategic analysis and forecasting guide critical decision-making. Leading this team is SET SEG’s Chief Financial Officer, Amy Maneval.

Maneval plays a pivotal role in managing budgets, monitoring expenditures, and optimizing resource allocation, to lead the finance team in sustaining the organization’s financial health and supporting its long-term goals. Her contributions are indispensable, providing the stability and insight needed for the organization to thrive.

Q&A: Amy Maneval

Q: What is your role at SET SEG?

I lead the Finance team at SET SEG, where we ensure the timely and accurate recording and reporting of financial results. Our team provides critical analysis and forecasts, collaborating with the executive team to evaluate initiatives while balancing long-term financial goals. By working closely with company leadership, we ensure that financial resources are allocated effectively, enabling us to serve schools for years to come.

Q: What do you like about your job?

As someone with a background in accounting, I naturally enjoy working with numbers and reporting financial results to stakeholders. Beyond that, I love collaborating with various teams across our organization to plan for the future. Our team is incredibly talented, supportive, and innovative, making it a pleasure to come together to strategize and solve problems.

Q: What does working at SET SEG mean to you?

I have worked here for 20 years and am deeply committed to our mission. Working at SET SEG means I work with people who value and support Michigan public schools, which is incredibly rewarding. Our team is committed to bringing solutions to school districts, whether it is to better protect employees or to offer a service that gives peace of mind to our members.

Q: How do you feel like you make an impact through SET SEG?

My work supports the allocation of resources to critical initiatives across the organization. I feel that I make a significant impact by ensuring the financial stability and transparency of our organization. Knowing that my efforts, along with my colleagues, ultimately contribute to the protection and well-being of school employees and their work, gives me a deep sense of purpose and fulfillment.