TALLAHASSEE, Fla.–First Commerce Credit Union Residential Real Estate Sales Manager Barbara Williams-Anderson has been named by the Thomasville-Thomas County Chamber of Commerce as Woman of the Year.
The award recognizes individuals who have shown exemplary dedication to community service, innovation and leadership.
“I am truly humbled and honored to have received this award. I am blessed to work alongside others who give their time and energy for this wonderful community we get to call home,” said Williams-Anderson in a statement. “I am very grateful to my family, friends, work family and fellow volunteers who make this work possible.”
The credit union said Williams-Anderson’s successful career, service to her community and outgoing personality were highlighted during the Chamber’s Community Impact Awards.
Raised in Thomasville, Ga., Williams-Anderson has 35 years of experience in the real estate industry and 22 years of experience as a mortgage loan originator. After moving to Tallahassee to attend Florida State University, Williams-Anderson’s moved back to Thomasville when she married her husband Robbie Anderson, who is also from Thomasville, and they raised their two children, Jack Reed Anderson and Cole Anderson, in the Rose City.
In the first seven years of her career, Barbara started her own title insurance company before shifting to the mortgage side of real estate in 2001. Her professional path allowed Barbara to help thousands of people realize their dream of homeownership.
“We are incredibly proud to have Barbara on the First Commerce team and thrilled to celebrate this tremendous honor with her,” First Commerce Chief Lending and Information Officer Justin Hof said in a statement. “Barbara’s dedication and service to our members and to her community exemplify the credit union philosophy of people helping people.”
Beyond her professional experience, Williams-Anderson’s involvement in the Thomasville community was also recognized during the ceremony. She serves on the board of directors for the Thomasville Rotary Club helping with initiatives such as delivering fresh produce each month to first responders. She also serves on the Southern Regional Technical College Board of Trustees where she helps guide program direction, as well as college goals and objectives. Additionally, Barbara is active in her church and helps organizations such as the Salvation Army and Hands On Thomas County.