Union Presbyterian Seminary announced a key leadership change this month, welcoming a new leader and honoring longtime staff. Tamica Goode began her role as vice president for finance and administration on June 23. 

Goode brings more than 25 years of experience in corporate finance and nonprofit stewardship, with previous roles at Markel, Capital One, the University of Richmond, Owens & Minor, Carmax and Marriott International. She has an MBA from the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from UVA.

“I’m excited to bring my experience to Union Presbyterian Seminary and look forward to contributing to its mission and future,” Goode said.

Union Presbyterian Seminary President Jacqueline Lapsley praised Goode’s background and welcomed her to the leadership team.

“She will be a wonderful colleague as we work to fulfill UPSem’s mission of preparing leaders for gospel-inspired transformative change,” Lapsley said.

The seminary also announced an upcoming retirement. Keith Fauber, facilities manager at the Richmond campus, will retire July 31 after 15 years of service. John Wilson, director of technology and media services, thanked Fauber for his leadership in maintaining the seminary’s historic buildings.

“Keith has earned a peaceful and relaxing retirement,” Wilson said.