Perhaps most moving was Dr. Stewart’s tribute, “If you don’t know her background, she’s one of eight children, worked her way through life, was a fan favorite in the Dairy Queen drive thru. Went to MCC, then UT nursing school, hitchhiked at times back and forth. She has an incredible work ethic—second to none—and an even better attitude. When you combine attitude and effort together, it’s magical,” said Stewart, FPSC partner and medical director. “She makes everything better. She offers hope. When things are at their darkest, she’s at her best.”
Beth Derby presented the 2020 award, saying, "Through it all I’ve been so impressed Missty. Your selfless dedication is obvious. Your team and your partners admire you, respect you, believe in you. As a result of that, I’m pretty humbled being in your company and acknowledge you set the bar high."
In 2019, Compass presented this inaugural award to Beth Derby, naming it for her, in recognition for all she has done in the industry and for Compass. Pearson now joins Derby as the second recipient of the award.