(From Left to Right)
Standing: Juan Zaizar, Marsha Meek, Brent Bates, Susan Sander, Bill Bryant
Seated: Michelle McGinnis, Karen Walker, Steven Monroe
Standing: Juan Zaizar, Marsha Meek, Brent Bates, Susan Sander, Bill Bryant
Seated: Michelle McGinnis, Karen Walker, Steven Monroe
Brent Bates
L. Brent Bates moved to Kerrville in October of 1991, with his
wife, Margaret, and his baby daughter. He formed Bates Total Asset Management
and provided a comprehensive list of financial services including securities
brokerage, insurance, real estate brokerage and fee advisory services. His work
history in financial services dates back to 1982, when he worked as a
stockbroker for Merrill Lynch at the age of 24. During his time in Kerrville,Mr. Bates held numerous securities
and insurance licenses, along with professional designations such as Certified
Financial Planner®, Chartered Life Underwriter®, and Chartered Financial
Consultant®.
In 2002, with his financial services business established and growing, Mr. Bates purchased 10 acres on Water Street in Kerrville, Texas to construct an office complex in which he could locate his financial planning and management practice. Being an Aggie, he developed 80,000 square feet of office space, when his personal need was only 4,000 square feet. With the extra space he created an innovative way to "condo" professional office space in Kerrville that has been very successful and copied by other developers. He then realized that he enjoyed real estate development and watching his vision become a reality.
Mr. Bates' real estate experience dates back to 1985, when he received his real estate agent's license in Fort Worth, Texas. While there, he dealt with many of Fort Worth's larger developers which imparted to him the skills and tenacity he now uses as a professional developer.
Not long after his foray into development, Mr. Bates' keen observations of history told him that it was time to retire from the financial services industry. Due to the long-term viability of the markets he expected several decades of under performance in his investment class, so in 2003, he divested himself of Bates Total Asset Management and begun developing real estate full-time.
With some of his existing clients he began developing River Guide Village, which has become a model for Mr. Bates' newest venture, developing a series of state-of-the-art Cancer Centers located in smaller communities around Texas. The first of these was the Hill Country Center for Cancer Care located in the River Guide Village in Kerrville; his second to be completed Jan. 2009 is the Lost Pines Center for Cancer Care in Bastrop.
While in Kerrville, he has participated in numerous organizations from President of the Kerrville Little League to Treasurer of the Hill Country Youth Soccer Association. He has been on the board of the Hill Country Youth Ranch, a home for abused children, for 14 years, and previously held the position of Board President. Mr. Bates is also on the board of a local charter school and he is very active in the Fredericksburg Bible Church.
He is also an avid hunter, fishermen and outdoorsman. His teenage daughters Effie and Olivia, are both very active in athletics and are the recipients of numerous academic awards. He believes one of the best things about his daughters is that they inherited their mother's good looks.
In 2002, with his financial services business established and growing, Mr. Bates purchased 10 acres on Water Street in Kerrville, Texas to construct an office complex in which he could locate his financial planning and management practice. Being an Aggie, he developed 80,000 square feet of office space, when his personal need was only 4,000 square feet. With the extra space he created an innovative way to "condo" professional office space in Kerrville that has been very successful and copied by other developers. He then realized that he enjoyed real estate development and watching his vision become a reality.
Mr. Bates' real estate experience dates back to 1985, when he received his real estate agent's license in Fort Worth, Texas. While there, he dealt with many of Fort Worth's larger developers which imparted to him the skills and tenacity he now uses as a professional developer.
Not long after his foray into development, Mr. Bates' keen observations of history told him that it was time to retire from the financial services industry. Due to the long-term viability of the markets he expected several decades of under performance in his investment class, so in 2003, he divested himself of Bates Total Asset Management and begun developing real estate full-time.
With some of his existing clients he began developing River Guide Village, which has become a model for Mr. Bates' newest venture, developing a series of state-of-the-art Cancer Centers located in smaller communities around Texas. The first of these was the Hill Country Center for Cancer Care located in the River Guide Village in Kerrville; his second to be completed Jan. 2009 is the Lost Pines Center for Cancer Care in Bastrop.
While in Kerrville, he has participated in numerous organizations from President of the Kerrville Little League to Treasurer of the Hill Country Youth Soccer Association. He has been on the board of the Hill Country Youth Ranch, a home for abused children, for 14 years, and previously held the position of Board President. Mr. Bates is also on the board of a local charter school and he is very active in the Fredericksburg Bible Church.
He is also an avid hunter, fishermen and outdoorsman. His teenage daughters Effie and Olivia, are both very active in athletics and are the recipients of numerous academic awards. He believes one of the best things about his daughters is that they inherited their mother's good looks.
Steven S.Monroe
Steven S. Monroe was born in San Antonio, Texas on March 25th 1949; he has been
a resident of Kerrville since 1951. He attended Starkey Elementary, Peterson
Junior High, and graduated from Tivy High School in 1967. He then attended The
University of Texas in Austin, graduating in 1971 with a Bachelor of Business
Administration having a major in Finance and a minor in Psychology. He obtained
his Texas Real Estate Broker's License in 1972. Upon graduation he went to work
for his father's partnership firm Lehmann and Monroe Enterprises- a real estate
development company covering all aspects of real estate from commercial and
residential land and structures to ranch development. Lehmann and Monroe
Enterprises are responsible for the most of the development south of the
Guadalupe River along Highway 16. Steve managed the sales with the U.S. Postal
Service to locate the new Post Office on Cully drive and was solely responsible
for the negotiations and transfer of the donated gift of land by L&M
Enterprise for the new Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital. Steve joined Brent Bates
Developments in 2002.
Karen Walker
Born a Mid - West Farmers daughter in 1955 Karen has a love of the
land and the outdoors. She began Real Estate Sales in the late 70's in Tucson
Arizona where she worked as Sales Manager for Emrob Enterprises and was in
charge of sales & marketing for a 65 million dollar real estate project.
She studied Public Relations and Communications at Pima Collage in Tucson, Arizona.
Karen went to work for Brent Bates at Palacios in 2007. Karen's husband has worked for Brent since 2003. She wanted the opportunity to work for someone with a fresh vision for Kerrville and the courage to carry it out. She is charge of sales and marketing and will be happy to show you around Palacios and fill you in on Kerrville happenings.
She studied Public Relations and Communications at Pima Collage in Tucson, Arizona.
Karen went to work for Brent Bates at Palacios in 2007. Karen's husband has worked for Brent since 2003. She wanted the opportunity to work for someone with a fresh vision for Kerrville and the courage to carry it out. She is charge of sales and marketing and will be happy to show you around Palacios and fill you in on Kerrville happenings.
Bill Bryant
Bill Bryant is the Building Supervisor for Palacios Del Guadalupe.
Bill has over 35 years experience in residential and commercial construction.
Susan Sander
Susan Sander our environmental consultant holds a MA in
Environmental Land Use Planning. The founder of The Riverside Nature Center in
Kerrville, Susan focuses on the native plants of the Hill Country for their
wild life value and esthetic beauty.
Juan Zaizar
Home Designer Juan Zaizar has been designing homes in the
Kerrville area for over ten years. Juan studied architecture at the National
University of Mexico (UNAM) in Mexico City, and brings a unique international
style to each home design. Previously employed by Kerrville's Artisan Group,
Juan has contributed to some of the most breathtaking residences in the Texas
Hill Country. He works closely with all stakeholders to create a home that is
truly a reflection of the client's distinctive vision.
Marsha Meek
Marsha Meek is a decorator and stylist who previously taught
Housing and Interior Design and specializes in residential projects. Her
Bachelor of Science degree is from Texas State University. Marsha is inspired
by the desire to create a beautiful home and outdoor living space that gives
the client a feeling of joy. She strives to fully incorporate each client's
personal ideas of beauty and comfort into their space. She also combines a
talent for beautiful styling of furniture and accessories with an eye to
practical function. Her goal is to give direction to your dreams and through
her expertise provide a smooth transition to your new home.
Michelle McGinnis
Michelle McGinnis is a professional interior designer who received
her Bachelor of Interior Design from Texas Tech University and also holds a
certificate of recognition from the National Council for Interior Design
Qualification. Her thirteen years of diverse experience have encompassed a
variety of residential and commercial projects, including renovations as well
as new construction.
Michelle believes that great design happens when clients are able to fully realize the potential of their plans. Michelle's successful design process balances your ideas and needs with available budgets, combining imagination with effective communication and time management techniques. Her positive approach minimizes stress and anxiety and delivers the beautiful and comfortable interior homescape of your dreams.
Michelle believes that great design happens when clients are able to fully realize the potential of their plans. Michelle's successful design process balances your ideas and needs with available budgets, combining imagination with effective communication and time management techniques. Her positive approach minimizes stress and anxiety and delivers the beautiful and comfortable interior homescape of your dreams.