STANLEY HAMMER HONOREE
“ Thaaat ’ s Kelley ”
As presented by Mark Hurley ...
Kelley always makes herself available to help people and she does so with a smile .
All the presidents that I have known call on Kelley more than any other past president for advice .
One of Kelley ’ s favorite leaders , Colin Powell said “ Perpetual Optimism is a force multiplier ”. Kelley makes unpleasant situations pleasant , and she can lighten up the darkest of moments . She can always find humor in the most challenging of situations thereby making it not so challenging .
Kelley is consistently , sincerely happy for other people ’ s success . And she will celebrate with you .
Like her favorite bird the ruby-crowned kinglet Kelley has boundless energy .
Other words to describe Kelley from leaders in the industry : Intelligent , creative , leader , problem solver , dependable , gives great advice .
Cheree Allee said Kelley exhibits the highest level of integrity .
Renetta Quintana called her a great support , not just once , but always . And a dear friend .
And Steve Ross said “ when do y ’ all ever work ” when he observed all the selfies Renetta and Kelley take together .
David Fritsche - said Kelley has a Joie De Vivre - Exultation of Spirit .
One of the great strengths of Winston Churchill was that to the very end , he pushed and furthered young politicians . Kelley has been extremely effective at furthering the majority of this association ’ s and this industry ’ s current and future leaders through our Leadership Lyceum program . She chaired the task force that created it in 2011 and the first classes took place under her presidency .
Finally , this award further cements that Kelley has created her own legacy in an industry that is so important to our country . She started at the base of the pyramid , sitting in committee meetings , and she jumped right in with spirit . And years later with a lot of hard work , sacrifice and commitment she has earned the utmost respect , and she is held highest esteem of her peers . Not just in San Antonio , but across the State and the Nation .
Here are some of the committees Kelley has served on :
• SAAA Community Relations Chair 2009
• SAAA Communications Chair 2010
• SAAA Education Chair 2011
• Government Affairs Committee ( since I can remember )
• Chair for Leadership Lyceum Task Force in 2011 & 2016
• SAAA Secretary on Executive Committee 2010
• SAAA Treasurer on Executive Committee 2011
• SAAA President 2012 ( 2 years ahead of normal schedule for officers )
• SAAA Past President on Executive Committee 2013 & 2014
• TAA Board of Directors Delegate / Alternate 2011-now
• TAA Affordable Housing Committee 2011-now
• Chaired TAA Affordable Housing in 2013
• TAA Legislative Committee Designate for SAAA 2011 thru 2013
• TAA Lyceum Graduate 2013
• TAA Education Foundation Board Member
• TAA Executive Committee 2013 to 2015
• NAA Delegate / Alternate for San Antonio 2011-now
• NAA Communications Advisory Board for many years
• NAA Membership Committee for many years
• Recipient of the SAAA ’ s President ’ s award : 2013 , 2015 , 2016
Congratulations
Kelley !
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