Ann Tate

Director of General Services
Facilities Management

First UTSW job: Budget analyst

Best part about my job: My co-workers. They are amazingly diverse and interesting people who are committed to what they do.

What energizes me at work: I love seeing individuals I hired move on to better positions, and mentoring other employees to help them do more.

How co-workers describe me: Approachable, empathetic, straightforward, and fair.

Recipe for success: I’m an active listener and can relate to most people.

Best UTSW memory: Most of mine are best told in person – just ask me! – but one dramatically changed my course at UTSW. Around 1999 or 2000, I met Dr. Louis Stool, then Vice Chairman of Anesthesiology, at an annual meeting. I instantly knew he would influence my career. A few weeks later, he persuaded me to change direction, and I never looked back.

I wish I were an instant expert at: Playing acoustic guitar.

I’m really good at: Cooking.

Hobby or passion: Pilates.

Surprising fact: I’m a highly intuitive person.

Final note: I have never been prouder of the UTSW community than during the COVID-19 pandemic. With every challenge, we rose to the occasion, set the standard, and exceeded expectations.