- Finance/Contracts
Paul Francis joined the Media Lab as the Director of Finance in April 2025. Under Paul's direction, the finance team supports the research groups and the entire Media Lab. Paul brings a diverse background in finance and administration, having previously provided financial and administrative direction and support at the T.H. Chan School of Public Health at Harvard University, The New School in New York City, Fordham University, and Boston University. Paul is a graduate of Providence College and holds two master's degrees from Fordham University.