Every so often we highlight one of the amazing staff members here at the MOA, so you can get a look at the wonderful work that so many talented people do to make the MOA great! We recently got to talk with Teresa Taylor, the MOA's Business Manager.
MOA: What are some of your main duties as the Business and Administration Manager?
Teresa: I direct and manage all business-related functions for MOA, including budgeting, capital asset control, policy and procedure compliance, and financial reporting. I also oversee the MOA store and manage any special projects when required.
MOA: How did you prepare vocationally or educationally for your job?
Teresa: I went back to school and graduated in 2011 with my Bachelor of Science, Accounting from Utah Valley University. I also had previous experience in the finance and mortgage banking industry, I was the office manager of a small business. Also, while finishing accounting degree I worked full-time at UVU in Budget department.
MOA: What is your favorite piece in the MOA's permanent collection?
Teresa: Just one? Hmmm.
Fallen Monarchs by William Bliss Baker. It's currently shown in “Shaping America” with some of my other favorite paintings:
Lift Up Thine Eyes by Norman Rockwell,
Immigrants to New York City by Minerva Teichert,
Premier Chagrin by Daniel Ridgeway Knight and
Forgotten Man by Maynard Dixon.
MOA: Why do you love your job?
Teresa: I work with some the best people!
MOA: If you could have your portrait done by any artist, living or dead, who would you choose to do your portrait?
Teresa: I would choose John Singer Sargent (traditional) or Andy Warhol (pop art).
MOA: What is your favorite thing to do?
Teresa: I have two favorites - traveling and my grandchildren! (Both pictured in this post.)
Thank you for all you do Teresa! You're amazing!