Radford Announces New CFO
The City of Radford is pleased to announce the appointment of Trish Cox, CPA, as the City’s new Director of Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The addition of the CFO title reflects a recent restructuring of the Finance Department designed to strengthen the City’s financial management, strategic planning, and fiscal transparency.
Cox brings more than 30 years of experience serving the residents of the New River Valley through her leadership in public finance and accounting. Most recently, she served as Director of Finance for Pulaski County, Virginia, where she oversaw a $90 million annual budget and implemented sound financial practices to support the County’s long-term goals. Her extensive career also includes roles with New River Valley Community Services, New River Community Action, and a prior tenure with the City of Radford from 2007 to 2018. Cox is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Clemson University.
“We are thrilled to welcome Trish back to Radford,” said Todd Meredith, City Manager. “Her proven expertise, deep community roots, and commitment to excellence in public service will be invaluable as we continue to enhance our financial operations and serve our citizens with transparency and accountability.”
Mayor David Horton added, “It is wonderful to have Trish return to Radford with her outstanding fiscal talent and experience as we work for greater transparency and best practice in restructuring, reimagining, and rebuilding the City’s financial process and procedure. I think I can safely say our City Council is united in support of Todd in his effort to bring Trish on board and to help move Radford forward in new ways. Better days are coming soon.”
Vice Mayor Seth Gillespie shared, “I am excited to welcome Trish Cox back as she takes on the CFO role for our city. Trish comes to us with extensive experience in financial leadership and a strong commitment to public service. She will be an invaluable part of the city’s team as we rebuild our financial foundation and plan for Radford City’s future. It’s a good day for Radford. Welcome home.”
Cox will begin her new role with the City of Radford on November 17, 2025.
