Elizabeth Veasey Named The Vice President of Business Affairs & Chief Financial Officer

Elizabeth Veasey has been named the College’s next Vice President of Business Affairs/Chief Financial Officer. Photo courtesy of Marist College

Elizabeth Veasey has been named Marist’s next Vice President of Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer. 

“I am so excited that Beth has agreed to serve in this important role, and I look forward to working with her for years to come,” said President Kevin C. Weinman. 

Prior to being offered this position, Veasey was serving as the Interim Vice President of Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer since John Pecchia retired in November 2021. Veasey originally joined the Marist staff in 2017, working as the Associate Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis.

Prior to working at Marist, Veasey graduated from Tufts University with a BA degree in German. She also received a Master’s of Public Administration (MPA) in Public Policy and Finance from New York University. 

In addition to her education, Veasey worked in a variety of different financial positions before coming to Marist. Some of the positions she previously held included the Assistant Vice President at Moody’s Investor Service, Vice President at Bank of America and Executive Director roles at JP Morgan, where she served clients in higher education.

“As a skilled financial leader, Beth brings a unique combination of attributes, including strategic vision, entrepreneurialism, innovation, excellent communication skills, a commitment to transparency and a collegial leadership approach,” said President Weinman. 

The Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer of a college are often responsible for creating and implementing strategic financial management strategies. In addition, they are also expected to conduct analysis and make recommendations to strengthen existing programs.

“I am honored that Kevin and the Marist College Board of Trustees have demonstrated such confidence in me,” Veasey said. “I look forward to doing all that I can to help Marist achieve its aspirations while also carefully stewarding its financial resources for the long term.”

Veasey’s appointment ends a nationwide search for the position at Marist and is effective immediately. The Marist Board of Trustees also oversaw and approved Veasey’s position on campus. The board of trustees helps ensure the college’s best interest when making decisions regarding faculty hires. 

“The Board has been impressed with Beth since she arrived in 2017, but especially in her time since she has stepped in after John’s retirement,” said Finance Committee Chair Tim Tenney. “She is well-positioned to continue Marist’s tradition of skillful and visionary financial management.”