WOMEN to WATCH LAURA BAILEY
VICKI BLACKWELL
Attorney Laura Bailey was named a Rising Star in this year’s Super Lawyers list, issued by Thomson Reuters. She practices in the areas of employment law, commercial and business litigation, and personal injury. Laura is a member of the American Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Section. She provides pro bono legal services to TennCare waiver recipients. Laura is a native Memphian and earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Tennessee before going on to earn her juris doctor from the University of Memphis’ Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. She enjoys helping clients find practical solutions for their legal needs.
Attorney
THE CRONE LAW FIRM, PLC
Broker/Vice President
FARA CAPTAIN
Lifetime Real Estate Advisor
COURTENAY ELLIOTT
With over 29 years in Real Estate, Vicki is a V.P. with Crye-Leike and Managing Broker of the Olive Branch Office. She has served as Past President of the Desoto County Republican Women and VP of the Mississippi State Republican Women. Vicki Earned the Lionheart Award for Years of Service Raising Money for Youth Villages. Most recently she established the non-profit Blackwell Animal Rescue Center with over 450 animals rescued so far.
Success is measured by my clients’ happiness as shown by winning Yelp’s favorite REALTOR® in 2014 & 2015. I cater to my client’s needs whether it’s an investment property, a first time home buyer, or a luxury home. Furthermore, I ensure my clients’ are receiving the attention they expect and deserve by being responsive, ethical and paying attention to every detail. Please check out my testimonials on my website below. In my spare time, I serve on the boards for Central Gardens Association, Memphis YPN & Memphis Rugby Foundation. I also assist with the development of Memphis Inner City Rugby and play for the Memphis Women’s Rugby Club.
Courtenay has found her niche. She sews and designs an array of more than 1,000 patterns from traditional to fun and modern. Ascots and refurbished neckties into bow ties are another hit. From boys to big and tall, she custommakes and carries it all. The anchor store for Doggone Bow Ties is inside of American Tuxedo and Arabella’s Boutique, 4722 Poplar Avenue. Other proud retailers are The Cotton Museum, Booksellers, Monogram’s By Cie, Womens Exchange and S.Y. Wilsons in Arlington, TN.
Owner
CRYE-LEIKE REALTORS
901.737.7740 lbailey@cronelawfirmplc.com www.cronelawfirmplc.com
CRYE-LEIKE REALTORS (o) 901.521.9736 • (c) 901.335.1441 vblackwell@crye-leike.com
1715 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 (o) 901.276.8800 • (c) 901.500.8034 • (f)901.653.2302 fara.captain@crye-leike.com • faracaptain.com
DOGGONE BOW TIES FOR GENTLEMEN
NADIA FARES
JENNIFER BELLOTT GOODIN
LANETTA LANIER
STEPHANIE LAWSON
Nadia joined the BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HomeServices–Taliesyn Realty team in June 2016. Prior to becoming an Affiliate Broker she had a very successful career in business and retail management. This combined background helps Nadia stand out in the real estate industry as a creative thinker who excels in communication, marketing and negotiating skills. She has strong personal and professional relationships in the Memphis community and loves her city. She epitomizes integrity, energy, and professional service in every detail of a real estate transaction.
Jennifer Bellott Goodin is a 2008 graduate of the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphrey School of Law. Ms. Bellott grew up in Memphis and attended high school at St. Mary’s Episcopal School. She received her B.A. in 2005 from McGill University in Montreal. During law school, Ms. Bellott was named the National Best Advocate in the 2008 ABA National Appellate Advocacy Competition. She also served as the Associate Justice for the 2007 Advanced Moot Court Competition and as an Associate Editor for the University of Memphis Law Review. Jennifer is currently a family law attorney at Rice, Amundsen & Caperton, PLLC.
Lanetta is a highly motivated Sales Associate serving clients with dignity and empathy. She has the uncanny ability to match precious pieces of jewelry with the client’s taste and desires. Most recently, she is the owner of Anna Lou’s, a successful small business. Socially, she has represented the Grand Krewe of Luxor as their Queen and is currently a member of the Mystic Society of RaMet. Her love for children has guided her to volunteer for such causes as SRVS, the Germantown Charity Horse Show, and Krewes for Kids, a children’s charity event for Carnival Memphis. The twinkle in her eye is for four children and seven grandchildren.
Stephanie Lawson has been in the real estate industry and property management field since 2001. During that time her client base and rental property business has flourished. Stephanie started Desoto Management & Investments, LLC in 2008, and she currently has clients throughout the United States and abroad. Her company has helped hundreds of investors and owner occupants find the most suitable home for their needs. She will be happy to help you find the home of your dreams.
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES-TALIESYN REALTY
RICE, AMUNDSEN & CAPERTON, PLLC
DORIS MCLENDON’S FINE JEWELRY
DESOTO MANAGEMENT & INVESTMENTS
901.466.4194 nadia.fares@bhhstaliesyn.com
275 Jefferson Avenue 901.526.6701 • jgoodin@ricelaw.com
9387 Poplar Avenue, Germantown, TN 38138 901.758.8605
5600 Goodman Road, Suite D, Olive Branch, MS 38654 901.828.9566 • rentdesoto.com
Affiliate Broker
Lawyer
Sales Associate
doggonebowties.com
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