July 2023
In This Month's Edition
- The Leap to Leader
- TLTA Honors Bert V. Massey, II, as TLTAPAC Chair Emeritus, Recognizing Decades of Leadership and Advocacy
- In Memoriam: William H. “Bill” Schroeder, Jr.
- In Memoriam: Hurlene Savage
- Stand Out From the Competition, Invest in Your Career With Certification
- ICYMI: 2023 Annual Conference & Business Meeting Recap
- A Warm Welcome to our New TLTA Members
The Leap to Leader
Harvard Business Review
To succeed as a senior executive, you need more than just special skills and competencies. You need a new mindset. The process involves identifying and communicating your core values and learning how to approach tough decisions. It requires setting the bar for your team’s performance and learning to compartmentalize so that you can find the right pace for yourself. And it requires expanding your self-awareness and paying attention to the stories you tell yourself about your experiences—your successes and failures, your bad times and good ones—when you contemplate the arc of your career and life.
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TLTA Honors Bert V. Massey, II, as TLTAPAC Chair Emeritus, Recognizing Decades of Leadership and Advocacy
TLTA is proud to announce the well-deserved recognition of Bert V. Massey, II, as he assumes the esteemed position of Chair Emeritus for the TLTAPAC Board. With an unparalleled legacy of leadership, Bert's dedication to the TLTAPAC, and the title industry as a whole, has been instrumental in shaping our association's progress and growth for over four decades. During his service as TLTA President from 1981-82, Bert's visionary leadership led to the establishment of the TLTAPAC, recognizing the crucial role of political engagement in safeguarding and advancing our industry's interests. Since its inception, he has served as Chair of the PAC Board, tirelessly championing its causes and elevating the industry's voice on the political stage.
Alongside his influential work in founding the TLTAPAC, Bert has demonstrated an unwavering dedication to both his community and our industry. Throughout his career, he has served on numerous TLTA committees, including the Legislative, Nominating, and Federal Issues committees. His industry contributions were recognized with the prestigious Title Person of the Year award in 1984 and the President's Award in 2009, both testaments to his outstanding service. Bert is also an Honorary Member of TLTA, this distinguished recognition, bestowed sparingly, celebrates his contributions to both TLTA and the title industry over several decades. In addition to his industry specific accolades and service, Bert served his community for an impressive 26 years as the mayor of Brownwood from 1984-2010, was a member of the Brownwood City Council from 1978-84, and served on the Board of Directors of the Texas Municipal League from 1991-1996. His remarkable tenure in his role as mayor and the variety of other service roles he played in his community reflects his commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of those he served.
As we celebrate Bert's new role as Chair Emeritus, we look forward to his continued involvement in the TLTAPAC. His wisdom, experience, and steadfast commitment to the PAC will be an invaluable asset as we navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
New TLTAPAC Leadership Appointed
We are delighted to announce that TLTA President Rodney Anderson has appointed Roland Love to serve as Chair and Patrick Rose as Vice Chair of the TLTAPAC Board. With their passion and dedication, they are poised to carry forward Bert's legacy and continue to advance our industry's advocacy efforts.
Roland Love
TLTAPAC Board Chair
Patrick Rose
TLTAPAC Board Vice Chair
In Memoriam: William H. “Bill” Schroeder, Jr.
JANUARY 1, 1934 – JUNE 15, 2023
William H. “Bill” Schroeder, Jr., passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 15, 2023. Bill was born in Lockhart, TX on January 1, 1934, to William H. Schroeder, Sr. and Margaret Schreiber Schroeder.
Bill's first job out of law school was working for Jake Pickle’s initial campaign for Congress. It was there that he met his wife, Kay, and they were married in 1965. They moved back to Lockhart where Bill opened his law practice, and they purchased Caldwell County Abstract Company. They ran the title company together for 39 years, and Bill kept his law practice open for over 50 years. Kay served as President of TLTA in 1984-85, making Bill a longtime member of TAPS and a dear friend of so many in the industry.
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In Memoriam: Hurlene Savage
MARCH 4, 1936 – MAY 17, 2023
Hurlene Savage was born March 4, 1936 in Burke, TX and died May 17, 2023.
A longtime member of TLTA, Hurlene spent over 40 years at Walker County Title, working up until just the last few months as she recovered from knee replacement surgeries. Walker and surrounding counties depended on Hurlene for a correct and timely close of their properties. Knowing she could answer all their questions and process paperwork efficiently. She will be greatly missed by her colleagues and industry friends.
Read Hurlene's Obituary»
Stand Out From the Competition, Invest in Your Career with Certification
In today's competitive market, standing out and distinguishing yourself is essential for success. Both the American Land Title Association (ALTA) National Title Professional (NTP) designation and TLTA's Professional Certification Program offer exceptional opportunities to showcase your industry proficiency and commitment to professional development.
A measure of personal achievement, ALTA’s professional acknowledgement affirms these experts are powerhouses of knowledge, experience and dedication essential to the title industry. However, to qualify for this prestigious designation, you need to meet certain requirements, including obtaining the professional certification designation from your local state land title association. For instance, Texans aiming for the NTP designation would need to first earn one of TLTA's three professional certification designations, such as CTIP, CAEP, or CESP.
If you're ready to set yourself apart from the competition and seize the best opportunities in the title industry, TLTA's Certification Program is a great place to start. It provides a comprehensive platform to demonstrate your expertise within your company and with your clients and prospective clients - plus it fulfills one of the necessary prerequisites to obtaining ALTA's NTP designation. Stand out from the crowd and start earning your certification designations this year!
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ICYMI: 2023 Annual Conference & Business Meeting Recap
TLTA's Annual Conference and Business Meeting in San Antonio was a resounding success, with over 500 Texas title professionals coming together. It provided a platform for industry experts to connect, share knowledge, and stay updated on the ever-changing marketplace.
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The conference's memorable closing moments were marked by time-honored traditions and awards recognizing excellence in the field. These special moments celebrated the achievements of outstanding professionals, reinforcing the spirit of achievement and dedication that defines our industry.
Read the press releases celebrating our award recipients »
Save the date and join us next year for another unforgettable event at La Cantera Resort in San Antonio, June 2-5, 2024.
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A Warm Welcome to our New TLTA Members
AGENT MEMBERS
Forward Settlement Solutions of Texas, LLC dba Title Forward
Contact: Michael Mineros
2611 Internet Blvd, Ste 202
Frisco, TX 75034
972.464.4448
[email protected]
www.titleforward.com
Tower Title Group, LLC
Contact: Alex Luna
6211 W Northwest Hwy, Ste C100A
Dallas, TX 75225
214.926.1432
[email protected]
ATG Title, Inc.
Contact: Leon Maryland
7300 Lone Star Dr, Ste C200
Plano, TX 75024
703.934.2100
[email protected]
Lehong Title & Closings, LLC
Contact: Hong V. Tran
652 Park Ave
Worcester, MA 01603
508.799.4529
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SUPREME Title Company, LLC
Contact: Carolina Salas
24285 Katy Frwy, Ste 675
Katy, TX 77494
281.574.0422
[email protected]
Proven National Title, LLC
Contact: Jacki Tobar
311 N Ballard Ave, Ste 202
Wylie, TX 75098
214.766.6918
[email protected]
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Adams and Reese LLP
Contact: Jeryn Roberts
1221 McKinney, Ste 4400
Houston, TX 77010
713.992.4398
[email protected]
www.adamsandreese.com
Hewitt & Kupish P.C.
Contact: Laura Kupish
PO Box 1064
San Benito, TX 78586
956.399.2037
[email protected]
Partners in Building
Contact: Jim Lemming
2901 W. Sam Houston Pkwy N, Ste C250
Houston, TX 77043
713.937.1121
[email protected]
www.partnersinbuilding.com
Partner Engineering and Science, Inc.
Contact: Robin Rednose-Lewis
2800 Dallas Pkwy, Ste 200
Plano, TX 75093
469.319.5157
[email protected]
www.partneresi.com
Coppersmith Law PLLC
Contact: Frank Coppersmith
500 S 7th St
Austin, TX 78703
512.560.7026
[email protected]
Platinum Filings LLC
Contact: Ariella Katz
99 W Hawthorne Ave, Ste 408
Valley Stream, NY 11580
718.705.9886
[email protected]
www.platinumfilings.com