New Era of Financial Leadership Begins at UVI With Leah Vanterpool

Leah Vanterpool has been appointed as the University of the Virgin Islands new vice president of Administration and Finance and chief financial officer, effective Oct. 28.

Vanterpool, a distinguished business and financial professional with over 30 years of experience, will lead the university’s financial operations and strategic planning, ensuring sustainable growth and fiscal responsibility, the university announced.

Vanterpool, a native of St. Maarten and raised on St. Thomas, is a proud graduate of Charlotte Amalie High School. She is excited to return to the territory to bring a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and financial expertise to the UVI community. Throughout her career, Vanterpool has held numerous high-level positions in various industries, including health care, manufacturing, communications, energy, and government. With a Certified Public Accountant designation and multiple degrees, including a Ph.D. and dual master’s degrees in business administration and accounting and financial management, Vanterpool is known for her strategic, results-driven approach to executive financial management, according to the press release.