BARD OPTICAL WELCOMES CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, SHELLY RAPP

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Bard Optical is delighted to announce the addition of Shelly Rapp as Chief Financial Officer. 

Shelly has an extensive background in all aspects of accounting and finance as a CPA.  She holds a B.S. in Accounting from Bradley University and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration from University of Iowa.  In her most recent position with OSF as a Strategic Ambulatory Program Manager, she participated in several special projects improving reporting, analysis and internal processes.  Her experience also includes roles as an Auditor with CliftonLarsonAllen and KPMG in their healthcare groups. 

Shelly enjoys spending time with her husband and kids and serving the community through her philanthropic efforts.  She volunteers her time as a tax preparer with the Center for Economic Progress.  She also serves as the Committee Chair for the Peoria Irish Fest and Chair of the McMahon-Illinois Chapter of the Healthcare Financial Management Association. 

Shelly’s broad and dynamic experience will make her a valued member of Bard Optical’s senior management team.  Shelly will oversee all financial operations of the business which has 21 locations throughout Central Illinois and an advanced optical lab in Peoria.  This year Bard Optical will celebrate its 80th anniversary as Central Illinois’ premiere eyecare partner.

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