FST Welcomes Anthony Pearson to the Team

Finance Strategic Transformation’s newest team member, Anthony Pearson had an unusual first week in his position as Administrative Assistant. After just his second day, employees were all told to telecommute to prevent the spreading of COVID-19.

He is taking the uncertainty and challenges that come with the current situation in stride and says so far he is excited to be a part of UVA and FST: “to date the role is amazing. I get to work with a lot of interesting and knowledgeable people of all backgrounds. I am also learning a lot from everyone!”

Pearson will primarily be in the FST team’s Old Ivy Road offices. There, he will work closely with the Finance and Technical workstreams—two of the project’s largest workstreams. He is ready to provide support to these areas, stating that “working in this department gives [him] a chance to showcase {his] skills while learning and growing continually.”

Outside of work, Pearson enjoys researching, being actively involved in the Charlottesville community, and cooking.

“I previously owned a catering business for eight years, in memory of my grandmother, who taught me how to cook. Using her recipes, I was able to turn a hobby into a successful business.” 

Pearson’s positive attitude and self-motivation will likely prove great assets to the FST team.