April 2024
In This Month's Edition
- 6 Common Leadership Styles — and How to Decide Which to Use When
- Conference Line Up Packed with the Latest Industry Hot Topics Affecting Your Business
- TLTA Celebrates National Volunteer Week
- Title Professionals Gather in McAllen for TLTA's 2024 South Texas Seminar
- Celebrating Excellence: TLTA's Professional Certification Program
- TLTA 2024-2025 Officers and Board of Directors Nominated
- National Investors Promotes Brandi Abercrombie to Senior Vice President
6 Common Leadership Styles — and How to Decide Which to Use When
Harvard Business Review
Research suggests that the most effective leaders adapt their style to different circumstances — be it a change in setting, a shift in organizational dynamics, or a turn in the business cycle. But what if you feel like you’re not equipped to take on a new and different leadership style — let alone more than one? In this article, the author outlines the six leadership styles Daniel Goleman first introduced in his 2000 HBR article, “Leadership That Gets Results,” and explains when to use each one.
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Conference Line Up Packed with the Latest Industry Hot Topics Affecting Your Business
JUNE 3-5, 2024 | LA CANTERA RESORT
Enter the “No Fluff” Zone at the
TLTA 2024 Annual Conference and Business Meeting where we’ve assembled the leading experts to cover all the latest updates on the top issues facing you and your business today. From updates about the serious challenges to our industry on the federal front, to protecting your company from a cyber attack, to how to harness the latest technology, you’ll walk away informed and ready to equip your company to navigate the changing business landscape in our marketplace. This is a brass tacks, must-attend event you simply cannot afford to miss.
Demystifying AI
Miguel Guhlin, Texas Computer Education Association
Federal Hot Topics: Fannie/Freddie Title Insurance Waiver Pilot Project and More
Diane Tomb, ALTA
Surviving a Cyberattack
Lindsay Nickle, Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP
The Insider’s Report: TLTA Legislative, Regulatory and Federal Issues Briefing
TLTA Government Affairs Team and Committee Chairs
Sneak Peek – Upcoming Basic Manual Changes
Roland Love. Independence Title
Hot Employment Update: New Federal Bans on Non-Compete Clauses and Higher Thresholds on Overtime
Ted Smith, Cornell Smith Mierl Brutocao Burton, LLP
Important Yet Affordable Cyber Security Defenses
Reese Lacasse, CATIC
The State of Our Industry: A Conversation with ALTA President Don Kennedy
Don Kennedy, ALTA President
The NAR Settlement Update: Implications for Real Estate
Lori Levy, Texas Realtors
The State of Texas Politics – What’s Ahead?
Evan Smith, Emerson Collective, Prior CEO & co-founder of Texas Tribune
Learn more about the expertise our speakers bring to the table.
Plan to stay for the TLTAPAC Breakfast to learn what is in store for the coming year so you can plan accordingly
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The Real Estate Economy Forecast
from NAR’s Chief Economist Lawrence Yun
Interested in sponsoring this one-of-a-kind industry event?
Contact
Josh Meeks to learn more.
TLTA Celebrates National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is this week, and TLTA wants to take this opportunity to celebrate the more than 300 title professionals who serve, grow, and protect our industry via TLTA's volunteer network.
Our volunteers accomplish important goals at TDI, the Texas Legislature and beyond, producing meaningful, measurable impacts on our real estate marketplace, and developing educational tools that help agents do business seamlessly and remain compliant with industry regulations.
Thank you to all the dedicated TLTA members who serve on TLTA's board, committees, task forces, and community initiatives!
If you aren't part of the powerful network of industry insiders who serve among TLTA’s volunteer corps, you should be. We always need new volunteers to bring diverse perspectives and interests to bear on the challenges our industry faces. Most importantly, we need you.
Learn More About Volunteer Opportunities at TLTA
Complete TLTA's Volunteer Survey to Volunteer Today
Please note that the TLTA volunteer survey should be completed by Friday, May 3, 2024
Questions about volunteering? Need help making your selections? Please contact Kim Schoppert at
kim@tlta.com or 512.879.2888.
Title Professionals Gather in McAllen for TLTA's 2024 South Texas Seminar
The
South Texas Seminar held in McAllen on April 6, 2024, was a great success, attracting over 100 local industry professionals.Presentations during this one-day seminar included industry hot topics such as Commercial Endorsements, Real Estate Fraud, and Claims, with insights provided by leading experts from across the state.
South Texas Seminar attendees listen in on an engaging presentation |
South Texas Seminar speakers David Tandy, Rebecca Adams, and Roland Love |
Thank you to our event sponsors, speakers, and attendees that helped make this event such a success! We look forward to continuing the tradition of this regional seminar next Spring.
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Celebrating Excellence: TLTA's Professional Certification Program
We are thrilled to announce that our very own TLTA President, Rodney Anderson, and Claire Hartman, our President-Elect, have recently achieved their certification designations through TLTA's Professional Certification Program! Their dedication to professional development and industry proficiency sets a shining example for us all. Are you ready to step up and show your expertise?
Rodney Anderson, CTIP
TLTA President |
Claire Hartman, CTIP
TLTA President-Elect |
In today's competitive market, standing out and distinguishing yourself is essential for success. TLTA's Professional Certification Program offers exceptional opportunities to showcase your expertise and commitment to excellence.
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Certified Escrow Settlement Professional (CESP): Ideal for title insurance professionals specializing in the escrow/settlement area.
- Certified Abstract Examination Professional (CAEP): Designed for title insurance professionals focusing on the examination/abstract area.
- Certified Title Insurance Professional (CTIP): Tailored for title professionals with comprehensive experience and knowledge in both escrow/settlement and examination/abstract areas.
Certified Professionals recognized at the 2023 Annual Conference
We are looking forward to recognizing those who have achieved their designation in the past year at our upcoming Annual Conference, June 3-5 in San Antonio. With time still available before the conference, seize this opportunity to join the ranks of distinguished professionals in our industry. Let's celebrate your achievements together!
Learn more about certification »
TLTA 2024-2025 Officers and Board of Directors Nominated
The TLTA Nominating Committee recently nominated individuals to serve on the 2024-2025 TLTA Board of Directors. These nominees will be presented to the membership during TLTA's 2024 Annual Conference and Business Meeting in San Antonio, June 3-5.
2024-2025 Officers and Board of Directors Nominees
President
Claire Hartman, CTIP, First Community Title LLC, Temple
President-Elect
Gil Ernst, Fidelity National Title Group, Dallas
Immediate Past President
Rodney Anderson, CTIP, Alliant National Title Insurance Company, Grand Prairie
Agent Section Chair
Patrick M. Rose, Corridor Title, San Marcos
Agent Section Vice Chair
Johnny L. Collins, II, Community National Title, LLC, Fort Worth
Agent Section Delegate
Mark Scott, San Jacinto Title Services of Texas, LLC, Corpus Christi
Agent At-Large Director
Roland Love, Independence Title, Quinlan
Agent At-Large Director
Randy Pearson CTIP, NTP, Town Square Title Company, LLC, Granbury
Underwriter Section Chair
Leslie S. Johnson, WFG National Title Insurance Company, Dallas
Underwriter Section Vice Chair
Charles M. Craig, Stewart Title Guaranty Company, Austin
Underwriter Section Delegate
Brandi Abercrombie, CESP, CTIP, NTP, National Investors Title Insurance Company, Henderson
Underwriter At-Large Director
Steve Streiff, Old Republic National Title Insurance Company, Houston
Underwriter At-Large Director
John H. Dorris, First American Title Insurance Company, Houston
These nominations were made in accordance with the TLTA Bylaws. See Article 5, Sections 6-8 and Article 7, Section 10.
National Investors Promotes Brandi Abercrombie to Senior Vice President
Brandi Abercrombie has been promoted to senior vice president – Texas operations and education with National Investors Title Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Investors Title Company.
Read the company's press release »