About

Christie Finley is a veteran educator with more than 30 years of experience in public education. Serving students, families, and staff members was an important part of her educational career. Christie’s career in education has been marked by versatility and adaptability. She has served in various capacities, including superintendent, deputy superintendent, director of secondary programs, principal, teacher, and counselor. Her academic journey includes an undergraduate degree from Auburn University, a master’s degree in school counseling from Alabama A&M University, and an educational leadership degree from the University of South Alabama.

Christie received the 2020 Legislative Engagement Award for her collaborative efforts and partnerships with state legislators. In 2021, she was named the Alabama SSA District 9 Superintendent of the Year and was recognized as a “Women Honoring Women” honoree by the Women’s Economic Development Foundation. She served on the board of directors for the Alabama State Superintendents Association and Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools. She is a member of the Huntsville Committee of 100, the Huntsville Rotary Club, the Junior League of Huntsville, and the Huntsville/Madison County Auburn Club Board of Directors.

Christie is an L-35 graduate (best class ever). She is married to Kirk, and they have two sons. She enjoys exercising, gardening, and Auburn athletics. She is excited about supporting Leadership Greater Huntsville's mission to inspire and ignite empowered through education, collaboration, and stewardship.