Rex L.

Community Relations Specialist

B&W Solutions

We serve the development community – I help create bonds between communities and developers (people who are trying to 'develop' or improve some aspect of the community).

I get to build relationships with a lot of people who can make differences and making decisions about policy and our community like government officials.

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Activities/interests: Spanish Club , Band , Sportsmanship Club , Baseball

People With This Job:

People In This Industry: Angie A., Bruk B., Christine B., John B., Lisa B., Melissa B., Anthony B., Mary Ellen B., Jason C., Ricardo D., Nicole D., Dave E., Torin E., Jeremy F., Duff G., Damion H., Tamara H., Nicole H., Scott I., Erika M., Luci M., Ovie M., Bill M., Ronald N., Adam O., Kennie R., Margaret R., Kevin S., Andy S., Jackie S., Donna W., Greg W., Gabe Z.

Favorite Subjects/Classes: Spanish , Music

Tell us about your job

What perks or other tangible benefits do you get?
I certainly meet a lot of people and engage a lot of people. I find that very rewarding.

I get to build relationships with a lot of people who can make differences and making decisions about policy and our community like government officials.

Getting to where you are now

What critical choices did you make growing up that helped you get to where you are today?
I had a stick-to-it-ness – I started in the band at 5th grade and stuck through it into middle school even though at times I wanted to quit.

I also had trouble sticking with Spanish but now I am definitely proficient in it. Overall, the choice to continue to develop and learn has been critical.

After high school, what obstacles did you face and how did you overcome them?
I really de-valued the importance of education, and didn’t believe in my own academic ability. Today, I still face some societal challenges.

What or who inspired you to really go after the profession you are in now?
The director of my department in college, Bertha Maxwell. I respected her as a person because she was very strong, well spoken, and compassionate.

I also admired Associate Professor Greg Davis who was working on his doctorate while I was in school. He was blind and it never held him back.

What critical choices or decisions did you make that helped you get where you are today?
I always had a strong work ethic. I’m continuing to develop my belief in myself and my abilities. Going to college was a great experience.

What do you wish you had known then that you know now?
Hard work and dedication – a commitment will certainly help you accomplish your goals.