Meet the Board of Directors!
Karleta Smith
2024 President
Keller Williams Denver
karletasharisse@kw.com
Emily Wood
Past President
Better Homes & Garden Real Estate
emily.wood@betterfoothills.com
Dawn Kilby
President-Elect
Realty Executives Hickory
dawnkilby@gmail.com
Gina Jenkins
Secretary/Treasurer
Realty Executives Hickory
ginajenkins828@gmail.com
Judi West
Director
eXp Realty Mooresville
judi.west@exprealty.com
Natalie Armstrong
Director
I am a Hickory native and proud graduate of Hickory High School. After attending college at Clemson University and earning my BS in Management, I was fortunate enough to return home and immediately being my real estate career. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, volunteering at my church, taking Zumba classes, participating in 5ks, attending local trivia nights, and exploring all that Hickory has to offer!
“I serve on the CVAR Board of Directors because it allows me to advocate for our general membership, ensure their needs are being met, while also giving me a chance to expand upon my leadership abilities.”
Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell
natalie@cbbh.com
Nike Werner
Janelle Gibbs
Lisa Starnes
Director
I have been in the RE business exclusively with Lake Hickory Realty, LLC starting in 1999. I have owned and operated the company since December 2008 and now manages 3 Realtors. I will serve another year on the Community Service and Hospitality Committee. I hope to use my days as a Board of Director serving the Realtors of Catawba Valley as a loyal, hard working colleague.