I have been licensed since January 2004 and obtained my GRI the first year.  Education has always been important to me, I invest back into my business by taking more than the required CE courses and getting designation.  I currently hold an Associate Broker License, GRI (Graduate REALTOR Institute), ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), LMC (Loss Mitigation Certified), SFR (Short Sale, Foreclosure Resource), Certified International Property Specialist and At Home With Diversity Certificate.  I have almost completed my CRS (Certified Residential Specialist.  Within my local and state association of REALTORS I have been a member of many committees: Hospitality, Awards, Governmental Affairs, Strategic Planning, RPAC, Site Selection, Legal Action and Community Service.  I have Chaired Education, Communications& Public Relations, Grievance and Professional Standards.   I have served as a State Director and Contributing Member for the Board of Governors for the GRI program. I am currently Vice President Associates Council for The Newton County Home Builders Association