Looking for a Job in College Station?

November 24, 2014 by Myke Leatham

There are plenty of reasons to move to College Station, Texas. Situated in the Brazos Valley of East Texas, College Station is most known for being the home of the main campus of Texas A&M University. College Station is a small city that is big on charm, and it boasts a wonderful quality of life for both visitors and residents.

Life in Bryan-College Station

Life in Bryan-College Station is dynamic, full of adventure, and exciting. There is always something to do here. Take a tour of the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, which is a top destination for students and families alike. With 43 million pages of documents, and well as thousands of artifacts and objects, this is definitely a place you can continue to visit, while always learning and seeing something new. If you’re more into sports, you’re in luck – football is king is College Station. Kyle Field is the perfect place to catch a game, and has been called one of the most intimidating sports venues in the nation for visiting teams. Downtown Bryan is also a popular destination for residents. There are plenty of shops and restaurants to explore, and be sure not to miss First Friday, a monthly event in downtown Bryan, where the downtown streets shut down and are filled with art, music, and culture.

In addition to being a great place to live, College Station is also a great place to work. Are you looking for a job in College Station? Here’s a list of businesses in the area:

Texas A&M University System. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest higher education systems in the United States, and is one of Texas’s six independent university systems.
Bryan Independent School District. Bryan Independent School District is a public school district centered in Bryan, Texas. Not only does it serve city of Bryan itself, but it also serves the rural areas in the northern part of Brazos County. Some of the elementary schools in the district have been designated National Blue Ribbon Schools.
St Joseph Regional Health Center. St Joseph Regional Health Center traces its roots to 1936. What started out as a small hospital with 35 beds has now grown into seven locations with 611 beds for patients. St Joseph is the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the area, and offers cutting-edge comprehensive care.
Sanderson Farms. Starting in 1947 and headquartered in Mississippi, Sanderson Farms produces, processes, markets and distributes both chilled and frozen chicken products.
College Station Independent School District. College Station Independent School District is a public school district. The District encompasses approximately 97 square miles in the southern portion of Brazos County, and it is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency.
Reynolds and Reynolds. Reynolds and Reynolds was bought by Universal Computer Systems in 2006, and supplies automotive retailing solutions for car dealers and automakers in the US, Canada, UK, and also Europe.
Walmart. Employing over 650 in Bryan-College Station, Walmart is one of the largest retail employers in the area.
Alenco Windows. Specializing in aluminum doors and frames, plastic doors, aluminum windows, and plastic windows, Alenco Windows also employs over 600 in Bryan-College Station.
H-E-B Grocery. Another large retail employer, H-E-B grocery employs over 500 people and is a privately held supermarket chain located throughout Texas and Mexico. It is known as a religious and charitable organization – it gives 5% of its pre-tax profits to charity.
Post Oak Mall. Post Oak Mall is a regional shopping mall that is the largest in Brazos County. Opened in 1982, the mall currently boasts 6 anchor stores, as well as 125 smaller retail stores, a food court and restaurants.

If you are looking for a job in College Station, would like a list of businesses in the area, or are interested in searching College Station homes or College Station real estate, you have come to the right place! I’m Myke Leatham, and my team and I are so glad you are here. I look forward to serving as your ultimate real estate resource for the Bryan-College Station area. When you work with us, you can expect the best in service. With over 25 years of experience and countless hours of continuing education, I have the experience and expertise to handle any and all of your real estate needs.

When you’re ready to take the first steps in finding your perfect College Station home, browse through our current listings and then give me a call. My team and I love meeting new people and connecting them with their dream home. We look forward to hearing from you!

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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.

It's nice to know YOUR Realtor will still be of service after the sale.

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.