Duke Leadership Academy Scholars Profile

Tanisa Little

Title: Manager, Financial Strategy
Location:
Senior Management Area: Financial Planning and Analysis
Class Year: 2024

Bio:
Tanisa Ann Little graduated from Spelman College with a BA in Economics in 2002. Upon graduation, she began working at Duke University and currently serves as the Manager of Financial Strategy in the Office of Financial Planning & Analysis, a division of Duke Finance. Through her various roles at Duke, she has had the opportunity to work with and learn from top senior leadership in the fields of financial reporting and higher education management. She attended the Duke Fuqua School of Business Cross-Continent Executive MBA Program, where she earned the degree in 2008. Currently, she is a CPA candidate with the NC State Board of Certified Public Accountants. A native of Durham, NC, she is an active member of the historic White Rock Baptist Church, where she primarily shares her talents with the communication ministry. In addition, she is a member of the National Black MBA Association and volunteers with the youth arm of that organization, Leaders of Tomorrow. She is also member of the Spelman College National Alumna Association, Duke University Alumni, the Institute of Management Accountants, and the Magic Express Tennis Club. Tanisa is a self-professed foodie and enjoys cooking, developing new recipes, and visiting local restaurants. Most of her spare time is spent with family and friends, reading, and volunteering with local tennis tournaments sponsored by the Durham Parks and Recreation and the Durham-Orange County Tennis Association.