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March 12, 2010

EMERGE Member Spotlight- Crystal Lester

Crystal Lester, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Architect, Furr & Wegman Architects, PA

Q: How did you come to live/work in Lakeland?

A: I came to live here because my husband took a job here with Lockheed Martin just after we both graduated from the University of Florida. My husband’s family is here as well. I work here because Furr & Wegman Architects, PA has been essential to my growth in my career aspirations.

Q: If you could have any talent in the world, what would it be and why?

A: Writing. I have never been very good at articulating my thoughts on paper in a professional manner. Basically, I write like I speak and that is not always appropriate.

Q: What would you change/add regarding EMERGE to enhance your experience?

A: I would like to make a difference. I think that EMERGE has begun to reach out, but I would like to think bigger. I think we can learn from some of the events that Kiwanis and Rotary do for the community. United Way is a great avenue as a starting place. What can EMERGE do as a group event or fundraiser to help United Way (for example)? It can be fun and exciting but at the same time we, as a group, can make an impact.

Q: Name one pet peeve.

A: Delays. I am a “get it done” kind of person. I don’t like to wait around and I hate feeling like I am not making progress.

Q: How has your EMERGE Lakeland membership been beneficial to you?

A: I am not originally from here and it has been nice to meet other young professionals in the area.

Q: If you could serve on any organization's board in Lakeland, which would it be and why?

A: Hmmm… this is a tough one. My interests and passions relate back to the future of Lakeland’s development as a green environment. I have been a LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional) since mid 2006 and I have watched awareness grow in Lakeland over the past few years, but it is a long road and I am interested in being a part of Lakeland development into a “greener, more environmentally conscious” city. If there is an organization in Lakeland that is looking for board participation related to these goals, I would be very interested in offering my services, expertise and time.

Q: If you could ask one question of an EMERGE Spotlight member, what would it be?

A: What achievement have you accomplished that you are most proud of? For me, it would be achieving my life-long dream; getting my professional license as an architect.

Q: What is the worst job you've ever had?

A: Baby-sitting.

Q: What upcoming Lakeland event are you looking forward to attending?

A: “Turn Up the Volume” on April 16th! I am excited about inspiring awareness regarding the various green opportunities and services that are out there while having a great time at a free concert on Lake Mirror!

Posted by Emerge Lakeland at March 12, 2010 06:12 PM

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