2017 LR Leadership Graduates
Amy Fennell • October 3, 2017
Louisiana REALTORS® is proud to announce another graduating class of LR Leadership participants. Twenty-three (23) candidates now join the ranks of over 250 leaders before them. "It is such an exciting thing to see how many bright and dynamic leaders emerge from this program every year. These professionals are dedicated to the real estate industry, their clients, and are committed to becoming stronger leaders in their communities," said Norman Morris, CEO.
The 2017 LR Leadership graduates include:
Keary Coffin, Keller Williams Cenla Partners -Greater Central
Geneva Compton, Keller Williams Realty Red Stick- Greater Baton Rouge
Lacey Conwa, Latter & Blum, Inc. -New Orleans Metropolitan
Kris Darwin, Coldwell Banker Gosslee- Northwest LA
Kevin Davis, Sky Universal Realty, LLC- Acadiana
Joshua Floyd, Ingle Safari Realty, LLC- Southwest LA
Leslie Guillory, Keaty Real Estate Company- Acadiana
Jackie Guillot, Vanguard Realty - Northeast LA
Robyn Eunice Holifield, Supreme, LLC - Baton Rouge
Matt Hughes, Keller Williams Realty Premier - Baton Rouge
LaTanya LaBranch, LaBranch & Associates Realty -New Orleans Metropolitan
Kimberly Lafleur, Van Eaton & Romero, LLC -Acadiana
Cheryl McAdam, Latter & Blum, Inc. -New Orleans Metropolitan
Chelsea Meng, C.J. Brown - Greater Baton Rouge
Theresa Miller, Century 21 Elite - Northwest LA
Jennifer Perry, Barbara Difulco Real Estate - Greater Central
Deborah Pierce, Keller Williams Realty Acadiana - Acadiana
Scott Saparito, Coldwell Banker ONE- Baton Rouge
Sandy Scallan, Villar & Co. Real Estate -Baton Rouge
Laura Buck Smith, eXp Realty Steven Smith Team - Baton Rouge
Mike Stelly, Century 21 Mike D. Bono & Co. - Southwest LA
Kyle Staughan, Diamond Realty & Associates - Northwest LA
Kenneth Trahan, EXP Realty Associates, LLC - Acadiana
The state REALTOR® association's annual leadership development program includes four sessions that focuses on: leadership development, the Louisiana legislature and advocacy, diversity, service, communication styles, goal-setting and team-building. This program enables participants to better serve their clientele, the REALTOR® organization and their communities. Applications for the 2018 class will be available in December! For more information on the program, contact Amy P. Fennell. New Paragraph
Louisiana REALTORS® welcomes SpaceX’s announcement of a more than $100 billion investment to build its largest launch facility in Vermilion Parish, recognizing the historic project as an opportunity to create thousands of jobs while generating significant demand for housing, construction, infrastructure and commercial development across the Acadiana area and Louisiana. According to Louisiana Economic Development, the SpaceX project is expected to create more than 3,000 direct new jobs over the next 10 years, with an average annual salary of $92,600, as well as more than 8,100 indirect jobs. The project is also expected to generate 34,516 construction jobs at peak construction. For Louisiana REALTORS®, the significance of the investment extends beyond the jobs created at the SpaceX campus. Major economic development projects bring new workers, families and businesses to Louisiana, creating demand for homes, rental housing, commercial properties and the infrastructure necessary to support growing communities. “An investment of this magnitude creates opportunities that reach far beyond the project itself,” said Norman Morris, Chief Executive Officer for Louisiana REALTORS®. “Thousands of new jobs mean more families looking for places to live, more businesses needing space and more construction activity to support that growth. Louisiana REALTORS® welcomes this investment because a strong economy and a strong housing market go hand in hand.” The planned SpaceX campus is expected to become the largest spaceport in the world, with capacity to support thousands of launches annually. At full buildout, the site is expected to include five launch complexes with two launch pads each, propellant facilities, power generation, vehicle processing and residential housing for employees and their families. Construction is expected to begin in 2027, with initial operations targeted for 2030. The construction component alone represents a significant opportunity for Louisiana's workforce and businesses. LED estimates that the project could support more than 34,000 construction jobs at peak construction, while SpaceX has joined Source Louisiana to provide Louisiana suppliers, contractors and service providers with a pathway to compete for project-related opportunities. “Louisiana has an opportunity to make sure this historic investment translates into lasting opportunities for Louisiana families and businesses,” Morris said. “That includes having enough housing available for the people coming to work here and creating an environment where builders, developers, contractors and real estate professionals can help meet the needs of growing communities.” Louisiana REALTORS® supports continued efforts to prepare Louisiana communities for the growth associated with major economic development investments. Ensuring adequate housing supply, encouraging responsible construction and development and maintaining infrastructure are essential to making Louisiana an attractive place for businesses, workers and families. SpaceX’s investment adds to a historic period of economic development in Louisiana and further establishes the state as a destination for advanced industries, manufacturing, technology and aerospace. LED describes the project as positioning Louisiana as a global hub for next-generation aerospace and a new center of private spaceflight activity. “Louisiana REALTORS® is excited to see what this investment can mean for the future of our state,” Morris said. “When Louisiana wins major economic development projects, our communities have the opportunity to grow with them. We want to see that growth supported by quality housing, strong communities and opportunities for Louisiana businesses.” Louisiana REALTORS® welcomes SpaceX to Louisiana and looks forward to the opportunities this transformational investment can create for Vermilion Parish, Acadiana and communities across the state. Enjoy the video below from the Louisiana Department of Economic Development .
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