During a Tuesday press conference at the State Capitol, Gov. Mike Parson announced that he is appointing Vivek Malek as the next State Treasurer of the State of Missouri. Malek’s
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – On Tuesday, December 20, 2022, during a press conference at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson announced that he is appointing Vivek Malek as the next State Treasurer of the State of Missouri. Mr. Malek's appointment will fill the vacancy created by the election of Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick to the Office of Missouri State Auditor. Mr. Malek, 45, of Wildwood, is a practicing attorney and business owner. He owns and operates the Law Offices of Vivek Malek. "Vivek's story is inspiring proof that the American Dream can and will live on for the next generation of Missourians," Governor Parson said. "President Reagan once said immigrants are one of the greatest sources of American greatness, and both Vivek and I agree. Through our shared values, Vivek helps legal immigrants embrace our nation and achieve their American Dream too. As a Republican, strong capitalist, and conservative Missourian, we know Vivek will be a principled leader wh