Featuring Senior Finance Manager Elzbieta Dziurzynski, a manager and leader who is inspired by the work and accomplishments of her team.
What is your role within the Department of Neurology?
Senior Finance Manager
How long have you been at Yale for?
Four years, as of March 1, 2025
What are your proudest achievements in your current role?
My overall growth and development in this department. I had started as a financial analyst four years ago and have advanced quickly to the current position I have today, senior finance manager.
As a manager, I am proud of the growth and development of each individual on my team (or previously on my team). Even if my impact is small, realizing that a member of my team has become more confident in their work is extremely rewarding to me, and that directly correlates with how effective I am in training, as well as in being a mentor. I am proud of the overall accomplishments of my team and their continued commitment to the success of our overall department.
What are some of your goals for this year?
To continue to expand and strengthen my management and leadership skills; continue to be an effective mentor; and explore areas outside of my current scope that could be beneficial to my overall growth.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
Spending time with my family, especially my daughter, Emilia. The greatest gift in life is having my daughter. She recently turned 18 months old, which is such a wonderful age, and every second with her is such a gift. I'm utterly amazed by her as she continues to reach each milestone.