Meet the Senior VP for Business Affairs

Natalie Harms is the Vice President for Business Affairs and Interim Chief Financial Officer at The University of Texas Permian Basin, where she leads the university's business and finance operations with innovation and process improvement in mind. Natalie has over 15 years of experience in accounting, finance and management, and 9 years of experience in higher education administration within the University of Texas System.

Natalie earned her bachelor's degree in business administration from The University of Texas at Tyler in 2011, followed by a master’s degree in business administration management in 2012. Throughout her career, Natalie has held several key positions at fellow UT System institutions including The University of Texas at Tyler and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, including Director of Accounting & Financial Reporting, Controller, Associate Vice President - Controller, Vice President for Finance and Interim CFO.

Fun Facts about Natalie Harms

Lightning round:  

• Favorite book: Sci-fi always gets my attention
• Favorite movie: Jurassic Park
• Favorite Sitcom: The Office
• Favorite music: A little bit of everything is always in my playlist
• Favorite food: Pizza

When you aren’t working, what can we catch you doing?
Playing with my kids!

What do you value most about UTPB?
The campus wide support at every level from students, staff and leadership – the team effort is amazing.

What advice would you give your college self?
Accept professional challenges as they come and never be afraid to assert yourself and ask questions!