Meet the Candidates: Interview with Lisa Graves A Commitment to Growth and Community by Sarah-Victoria Lozano de Gonzalez |
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Harlingen-born Lisa Graves, a marketing graduate from Stephen F. Austin, found her way back to the island after college. Initially working as a real estate assistant, she quickly transitioned to real estate, earning her license in 2005.
"I just kind of moved over and got into real estate on the island and eventually got my license and just hit the ground running," Graves shared.
Currently serving as the operations manager for Isla Tours and Captain Murphy's, her fiancé’s company, Graves extends her commitment beyond business to actively participate in various boards, including Walk for Women, Vice Chair of the Special Events Committee, and the Board of Directors for the Chamber of Commerce, and the Chambers Islanders Committee. |
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Describing herself as "anchored" to the island, Graves expresses excitement about witnessing the ongoing changes. Her focus lies on city projects such as the Deep-Water Marina, Second Causeway, Quiet Watersports, annexation, and the Convention Center expansion, including plans for a theater and a two-story parking proposal. |
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"I'm pro-business, pro-tourism, and pro-resident. I want to see a balance of tourism," asserted Graves.
With a love for the island and a passionate commitment to its growth, Graves envisions a future where the community continues to prosper. "I love this island. I'm passionate about it. And I'm anchored to the community, and I just want to see us continue to grow and move in the direction that we're going. Where great things are happening." Lisa Graves can be contacted via email at lisamgraves79@gmail.com, and her Facebook page. |
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| | Sarah-Victoria Lozano de Gonzalez, a Brownsville native, holds degrees in Political Science and English from Baylor University. She currently serves as a reporter for Island Matters, a digital newspaper covering news on South Padre Island, bringing with her legal expertise gained from various law firms, courthouses, and probation offices.
In her free time, she passionately advocates for children in CASA. |
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