Lee Sawyer, Rudick Construction Group

How did you get started in the real estate industry?
I'm not involved in the buying and selling of real estate directly. My involvement is connecting the right parties to determine if the property can be developed and if so, at what cost. Once feasibility is established, we jump into making the vision a reality by utilizing advanced technology to meet deadlines, maintain budgets and deliver the highest quality construction.

What are some of the biggest challenges you face as a professional?
Consistently managing my time so the majority is spent focusing on my top 2 responsibilities.

Who is your mentor?
Tony Ryan, personally and professionally offers me advice and guidance based on reflection from his experiences.

What's the best professional development advice you've received lately?
It's never to early to make the call.

Where's your favorite spot to have a business meeting?
My office, so everyone is focused on the task at hand and I've got the resources I need to close the deal.

Name 3 artists in your phone?
George Strait, Wade Bowen William, Clark Green

What's your biggest guilty pleasure?
Baked Goods and Candy - My friends call me the "Candy Man"

What other organizations or community interests are important to you?
Professionally I'm a member of ABC Central Texas, NAIOP and ULI. Personally I'm a board member of my neighborhood association and Habitat for Humanity
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What's your favorite thing about RECA?
Networking and industry involvement

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