Mary Ann Betsch served as Chief Financial Officer of Lazard and is a named executive officer for 2025, having held the role for more than three years. In February 2026 she transitioned from her role as Chief Financial Officer to a senior advisor position. She had been a key leader in strengthening Lazard's financial foundation since joining the firm in 2022, including advancing its reporting and planning capabilities and elevating and integrating the global finance function.