Leslie Rouda Smith announced her candidacy for National Association of REALTORS® 2020 first vice president, and the Texas REALTORS® is proud to support her. Smith, who lives in Plano, served as 2016 chairman of the Texas REALTORS®. Her vast experience includes leadership positions at all levels of the REALTOR® organization as well as large and small real estate firms. Her dedication and passion—along with her ability to connect with members—make her a true asset for the REALTORS® organization.

“This is a pivotal time for real estate, and as members, we have many challenges ahead of us,” she says. “We must insist on being in the driver’s seat to enact change in our organization. After decades of involvement, I’ve seen firsthand that together, we’re unstoppable.”

Leslie’s vision for NAR includes:

  • Engaging local associations and regions to harness the strength we draw from additional points of view and experiences
  • Identifying ways to operate with agility and innovate in the profession
  • Prioritizing communication between the local, state, and national levels to stay connected and maximize the impact of REALTORS®.

Learn more about Leslie Rouda Smith’s campaign at lesliefornar.com.