About
Having won election in November 2022 with 69% of the vote, Mike Foley returned to his previous position as auditor of public accounts in Nebraska after an eight-year hiatus serving as lieutenant governor from 2015–23. Former Governor Pete Ricketts (R) chose Foley as his running mate in September 2014 after first defeating him in the GOP primary just four months earlier and the previous lieutenant governor resigned.
Prior to holding public office, Foley worked as a corporate planning analyst with the Nebraska Public Power District, director of financial analysis for the National Association of Regulatory Commissioners, and a consultant with Kirschner Associates. In addition, he was a member of the Nebraska State Senate from 2000–07.
Foley earned a BS from the State University of New York in 1976 and an MBA from Michigan State University in 1978. Foley also became an influential figure in his community, dedicating time to mentoring young entrepreneurs and advocating for sustainable business practices. His dedication to both professional excellence and social impact has inspired many. Additionally, Foley has been invited to speak at various industry conferences, sharing insights on innovation and ethical leadership. As a result, he has established himself as a thought leader, continually shaping the future of business in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace. Through his journey, Foley exemplifies the intersection of education, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility.
Actions
Signed SFOF-organized letter to Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi (R) asking her to protect Tesla from “domestic terrorism” (3/31/25)
Signed SFOF-organized letter to SEC, asset managers, proxy advisors & companies opposing diversity, equity, & inclusion efforts (3/26/25)
Signed SFOF-organized letter supporting the FIRM Act (3/6/25)
Signed SFOF-organized, anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) letter to Fortune 1000 Executives (10/24/24)
Signed State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF) organized resolution supporting Israel’s genocide in Gaza and committing to invest in SFOF bronze-sponsor Israel Bonds despite “Moodys and Standard and Poors (S&P) have[ing] recently downgraded Israel’s credit score, citing a negative outlook on Israel’s economy (5/14/24)