Dr. Lawrence E. McKenzie serves as a Lecturer of Finance and Accounting in the School of Leadership & Management at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. He brings a broad range of experience spanning military service, federal government leadership, and academic scholarship. Prior to joining the Academy, Dr. McKenzie completed more than two decades of federal service as a statistician, cost analyst, and senior budget analyst. He is also a veteran of the United States Air Force, having been commissioned through the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC), where he developed a strong foundation in leadership, analytical problem-solving, and public service.

Dr. McKenzie’s academic preparation reflects a multidisciplinary foundation in engineering, business, economics, accounting, and finance. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Tennessee State University, a Master of Business Administration from Webster University, a Master of Science in Applied Economics from Johns Hopkins University, and a Master of Science in Accounting from Sacred Heart University. He also holds a Doctor of Business Administration in Finance from Sacred Heart University.

Drawing on both professional and academic experience, Dr. McKenzie brings a practical, data-driven perspective to the classroom. His teaching emphasizes financial analysis, accounting, economics, and strategic decision-making, helping cadets develop the analytical and leadership skills required to manage resources effectively in complex organizational environments.