Workforce Solutions Capital Area Unsung Heroes recognize members of our team who do outstanding work behind the scenes. These folks help us drive our mission to support and connect local people to local jobs, but you may not see them when you visit our centers.

🏆 Our February Unsung Hero: Mary Mathis, our senior accountant!

🙌 What our team is saying about Mary:

  • “Mary has always been willing to ‘go the extra mile.’ She has taken on new tasks to keep the work flowing. I have always been able to rely on her to support our fiscal department.”
  • “Mary has always been willing to do whatever is needed for the organization. She is a huge part of Board Fiscal, and deserves the appreciation!!”

Get to know Mary

Q: Where is your hometown?

A: Born in New Orleans, and then moved to Austin early in my life.

Q: What does your ideal day in Austin look like?

A: An enjoyable morning walk around the neighborhood and then coffee on the back porch. Evenings enjoyed with family and watching birds and the sunset.

Q: Is a hot dog a sandwich?

A: Is it even food?

Q: Are you Team Dog or Team Cat?

A: I have a dog, cat and two birds, so it has to be Team Bird.