Darcey Hayes

Director of Finance

Darcey Hayes is the Director of Finance at Democracy Forward.

She joined Democracy Forward in 2025 after more than 20 years in the for-profit sector, where she worked with large corporations such as Starbucks and Capital One, as well as emerging startups. She has extensive experience in financial planning, analytics, process improvement, and internal controls.

In 2024, Darcey transitioned to mission-driven work as a Senior Budget Advisor for the Harris-Walz campaign, where she combined her financial expertise with her passion for public service. At Democracy Forward, she oversees financial operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance to support the organization’s mission.

Darcey holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She lives with her family in Richmond, VA.