On Wednesday, January 12, 2011, Sales Manager and Broker in Charge of Helen Adams Realty, Laurie Knudsen, was inducted as the 2011

Laurie Knudsen on the cover of "Realtor Reflections" magaine.

 Charlotte Regional Realtor® Association (CRRA) President.

Having served as a CRRA Board member since 2005, CRRA Treasurer in 2008 and 2009, and with 13 years experience as a real estate office manager, Laurie brings ample experience to her Presidential role. Her goal is to lead the CRRA through today’s tough economic times with strategic and fresh new ideas.

“In the course of my real estate career, I have been honored to serve the real estate community in many different capacities,” said Laurie.

“I hope to lead our association through the changes that the current economy will inevitably bring. By embracing change, and determining the best avenues to   incorporate these changes, we will become stronger and provide added value to the consumer. Our knowledge, experience and dedication to this industry will propel us into the future. Real estate is and will continue to be my passion. It will be my pleasure to serve.”

The Charlotte Regional Realtor® Association is a trade association that leads, educates and equips its Realtor® members to be productive.

Being a Realtor® member means committing to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) Code of Ethics for conduct that exemplifies the highest standards of the profession.

Laurie also currently serves on the National Association of Realtors® Board of Directors, the North Carolina Association of Realtors® Board of Directors, the Audit, Budget and Finance Committee and the Carolina Multiple Listing Service Board of Directors.  She is also active in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, and she is an Eucharistic (lay) minister.