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TALCB Welcomes New Director of Finance

Submitted by Christine Anderson on Wed, 2020-05-20 21:56

AUSTIN, TX – Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC), and Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) are pleased to welcome Ranada Williams as Director of Finance. Williams will oversee the financial strategic planning, accounting operations, procurement, and financial compliance of the agency. She recently transferred from the Texas Military Department, where she had been an employee since 2008, and most recently served as their Chief Financial Officer from 2017-2020.

From the Commissioner - April 2020

Submitted by Christine Anderson on Tue, 2020-04-07 21:09

The month of March was one for the record books for us all. We started the month learning about the “Coronavirus” and by the end of the month, life as we know it was monumentally altered. Our staff came together quickly to orchestrate a colossal shift of our workforce to remote work. Our team remains energetic and determined to support license holders.

Impact of COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 2020-04-03 10:43

The agency continues to evaluate the impact COVID-19 may have on all aspects of agency operations, including those related to the regulatory and licensing functions of the agency.

TALCB is Open for Business

Submitted by Christine Anderson on Thu, 2020-04-02 12:11

COVID-19 has impacted daily life as we know it. In the midst of this crisis, the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) has worked to ensure continued service to license holders and the public while protecting our employees. As a result, our physical offices in Austin are closed to the public, and staff and operations have transitioned to working remotely.

From the Commissioner - January 2020

Submitted by Dione Frederick on Fri, 2020-01-24 11:23

Change is in the air! A new year, a new decade, and of course changes at TALCB too. I start the year and this new position as TALCB’s commissioner with great expectations and excitement for the future. My predecessor, Doug Oldmixon’s presence will continue through March, which is very helpful to me and our agency through this leadership transition. I am grateful for the gradual transition and Doug’s willingness to impart his knowledge. Doug will leave behind a legacy of strong leadership and strategic vision. I am honored to follow in his footsteps.

From the Commissioner - December 2019

Submitted by Dione Frederick on Fri, 2019-12-20 12:31

December is upon us and the Holiday Season has begun in earnest. From our agency to your offices and homes, we wish you all the very best of blessings of the Season and a prosperous New Year in 2020. At TREC & TALCB we are celebrating the selection of our next Executive Director and Commissioner who will take on those responsibilities effective January 1^st.

From the Chair - December 2019

Submitted by Dione Frederick on Fri, 2019-12-20 08:15

To my fellow license holders that have not yet heard from me since my appointment as Board Chair in September, I would like to introduce myself.

Board Announces New Commissioner

Submitted by Christine Anderson on Tue, 2019-11-19 14:12

The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) is pleased to announce Chelsea Buchholtz as Executive Director of TREC effective January 1, 2020. She will be the first female executive director in TREC’s history. The Executive Director also serves as the Commissioner of the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB), who participated significantly in the selection process. Ms. Buchholtz currently serves as the Commission’s General Counsel.

From the Commissioner - November 2019

Submitted by Christine Anderson on Thu, 2019-11-07 14:41

November has arrived, the World Series is done, NFL Football is halfway over, and the extended Holiday season is just around the corner. Before you know it, Thanksgiving Day, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter solstice, Christmas and New Year’s will be upon us, affording each of us at least one tradition to celebrate.

From the General Counsel - October 2019

Submitted by Christine Anderson on Tue, 2019-10-08 16:59

We welcome Sara Oates as the newly appointed Chair of the Board and Stephanie Robinson and Lisa Sprinkle as two new public members of the Board. For more information about our new Board members, please review the appointment announcement on the TALCB website. These new members will be hitting the ground running as we gear up for the strategic planning process and November meetings.

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