March 30, 2017 by Myke Leatham

Are you searching for jobs in Bryan-College Station? Whether you’ve been living in Brazos County for a while or you’re new to east-central Texas, there are employment opportunities in the heart of the Brazos Valley for residents of all ages. The range of companies and industries in both College Station and Bryan account for a wide selection of positions available to professionals who live and work in the Texas Triangle. If you’ve started browsing houses for sale in the Bryan-College Station metropolitan area and you’re looking for a job in Bryan-College Station to match, here’s a breakdown of the job market in this part of Texas.

The Market for Jobs in Bryan-College Station

Because the job market in Bryan-College Station is strong this year compared to the rest of the country, you have a degree of flexibility when it comes to finding the best position for you. The amount of new jobs in Bryan-College Station is increasing every day, so decide if you want to work in Bryan or College Station and start your search today. Given that the projected rate of job growth is expected to go up even more in Bryan and College Station this year, you can count on affordable housing and a high quality of life while pursuing rich opportunities in this area.

The Leading Employers in College Station

College Station is home to Texas A&M’s main campus, which, in combination with its close proximity to railroads, makes the university the city’s leading employer. Given that the university offers research opportunities for academics with a variety of interests, you can take advantage of funding from organizations like NASA and the National Institute of Health to develop your career. The locals looking for a job in College Station beyond local colleges and universities, on the other hand, also have options, so here’s a number of employers who hire the most people in College Station.

Bryan Independent School District

College Station Independent School District

St. Joseph Regional Health Center

The City of Bryan

The City of College Station

Growing Industries in College Station

Even though higher education has always been a heavy hitter in the Bryan and College Station job market, there are a number of thriving industries working to take center stage this year. Professionals working in education, for example, are encouraged to become a part of the cities’ independent school districts and make contributions to the area’s elementary, middle and high schools.

The health services sphere is also becoming more in demand as a result of the College Station Medical Center, The Physicians Center Hospital and more. The government, finally, makes up the third and final sector where jobs are always available, so residents can work for the City of Bryan or College Station while getting involved in the community.

The Area’s Biggest Local Businesses

In addition to the area’s most popular general industries, Bryan and College Station are also home to big local businesses. These companies, which stem from industries like media, technology and farming, offer the chance to work with other locals to help Bryan and College Station remain great places to live in Texas. Here are three large local businesses that present quality job opportunities year-round.

Clear Channel Communications – Clear Channel Communications is an extension of the iHeart Media empire, so it’s ripe with job opportunities if you work in broadcast media, advertising and more.

The Reynolds and Reynolds Company – The Reynolds and Reynolds Company is a business that focuses on software, so it’s full of room to grow when working with computer systems.

Sanderson Farms Inc – Sanderson Farms Inc is a poultry farming business that invites candidates with a range of backgrounds to apply, so there’s the opportunity to work for one of the state’s most popular businesses regardless of your professional focus.

Next Steps

Because the job market in the Bryan-College Station metropolitan area is expected to expand this year, it’s a great time to pursue different opportunities. You can also find a new home while you’re looking for jobs in Bryan-College Station simply by getting to know the above industries and employers. We hope you’ll find the right fit in this flourishing cultural center and make the most of your time at work. When you’re ready to take the next steps toward finding your dream job in Bryan-College Station, please do not hesitate to contact us today for more information about the job market and Brazos County as a whole.

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About Myke Leatham

I’m so glad you found me – your College Station and Bryan, TX real estate source! When you choose to buy or sell a home in College Station/Bryan, TX or other surrounding areas using our expert services, you will receive a free consultation to determine your needs, free listings, and free reports sent to you by email. These weekly reports will show you how hard the members of my team are working to accomplish your property goals, and we guarantee the best service and consultation you have ever experienced. You’ll find the best community information for the College Station, Texas region right here.

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Experience Counts: Broker/Owner of Brazos County Realty
Over 25 years of sales experience. With past ABR, GRI, CRS, & Epro designations.
Continuing education in real estate: Education is paramount in an ever changing industry like Real Estate. Myke has taken over 1000 hours of real estate specific courses which include but are not limited to: Residential Appraisal, Marketing, Law Contracts I & II, Finance, Residential Inspections, Principles and Practice, Law of Agency, Code of Ethics, Bankruptcy/Easements/Surveys/and Probate, Home Warranties, 1031 Exchanges and hundreds of hours of extensive real estate training.

Reputation: SALES LEADER since 1998; Top Producer 2000 through 2009. Listed among the top agents in the county. Consistently ranked among top realtors for total sales volume out of 900 realtors for commercial and residential real estate in the Bryan/College Station, TX area. When Myke represents buyers, she presents all viable options to her clients, including those properties that are not officially listed, but could be available for sale based on her inside information. Her expertise lies with investors and marketing homes of all price ranges in College Station/Bryan to local, national and global buyers, across all major media channels and through her extensive, personal network of contacts.

Myke is among the top 1% of all Realtors in North America!
She has earned the Designations of ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), CRS(Certified Residential Specialist), GRI (Graduate of Realtors Institute)CHMS (Certified Home Marketing Specialist), and E-pro (Certified Internet Professional)
Fewer than 3% of all Realtors nationwide earn these certifications. They are not only a symbol of Myke’s commitment to this business, but these designations are your assurance of a skilled, trained real estate professional.

Myke is a consummate real estate professional who not only understands the art of deal-making, but also the art of relationships. She makes the process of buying and selling homes an uplifting and fun experience. She has a tremendous appreciation for Bryan and College Station, its rich history, and Texas A&M traditions having lived in the area for 25 years. Her knowledge of Bryan/College Station’s real estate market and market trends is unparalleled. Having been personally involved with clients through their remodeling, purchasing and selling processes, she knows intrinsic quality and value when she sees it. When she doesn’t see it she lets her clients know, without hesitation.
Myke’s proven track record and affiliations in the field of real estate demonstrates her high level of professionalism.

* High energy and enthusiasm
* Aggressive marketing
* Expert negotiating skills
* Ability to listen and ascertain customer’s desires and needs
* Fun to be with
* Internet savvy
* Because Myke is an experienced investor, she quickly helps her customers locate and define good business opportunities. No one likes the feeling of being ‘sold to’ so Myke provides as much information as possible to help you make the right decision.

Personal Commitment:
I am prepared to go the ‘Extra Mile’ for you, because I understand the financial and emotional significance of purchasing and selling your home. I will carefully listen to your desires and arrive at a workable plan. I believe sensitivity, listening, and service are important keys to success.
Whether you are buying or selling a home or you are just curious about your home’s market value, I’d be happy to provide my market expertise and intelectual property without obligation, or meet with you to evaluate your home for future reference. I want my customers to have a great time and enjoy the total process of purchasing or selling property. It gives me great pride when my customerspass my name on to their friends and family. I will continue to work hard to make sure critical information is available at www.AggieRealEstate.com and I invite all interested investors to search my site for cash flow opportunities. I will dedicate my time and talents to helping you achieve your goals. It is my goal to make your buying and selling experience extraordinary. Look closely and you’ll see how much I love meeting and working with people. You’ll experience the difference in working with an experienced and dedicated professional.

Personal information:
Michelle goes by ‘Myke’ and is the proud mother of 6 children – 3 girls and 3 boys. Her husband is David Leatham. They met at Brigham Young University. They have been married since 1977. David is a finance professor, and Associate Head over graduate studies in the Agricultural Economics Department at Texas A&M University, and speaks fluent Spanish. They have lived in College Station since 1983 and loved every minute of it. Myke loves to quilt, sing, swim, ‘sing’, bake bread, ‘sing,’ garden, ‘sing’, sell real estate, and ‘sing some more’ :-). Family, church, and real estate consume most of her time. Truth, honor, integrity, kindness, loyalty, gratitude, and service are very important words to her.

Slogan: ‘Let Myke Help You With Your HOMEwork!’

Referrals: The highest compliment I can get is when you pass my name on to others or post a kind remark on the internet. When you send your friends and family my way, I’ll always provide them with the highest quality of service that I know you would appreciate. Thanks in advance for all your support and friendship.

February 2017 COLLEGE STATION / BRYAN HOME SALES