-Works to build policy through stakeholder collaboration and educating clients on cutting edge issues surrounding state and federal environmental matters, especially topics involving water, agriculture, rural affairs and environmental issues. -Available to consult and lobby for state and federal legislative issues.

With years of experience in the real estate industry from ownership to sales agent, Scott Nolan founded Nolan Properties LLC in 2020. An East Texas native, Scott has extensive knowledge of the area and its heritage. He envisioned starting a real estate brokerage with his daughters alongside him that exemplified the highest standards of excellence, honesty, integrity and professionalism in the industry. As a broker, he aims to have a brokerage that is ingrained in the community and built on strong relationships and commitments to his clientsNOLAN PROPERTIES STRENGTHS:Locally owned and operatedKnowledgeable about the local industry, land and neighborhoodsPositive environment for clients to make a trusted decision in buying or selling Respected and trusted reputation within real estate and related industriesInvolvement in local communities and philanthropic organizationsMaster of latest social media marketing and technology trends Understanding of market, neighborhoods and schools

-Works to build policy through stakeholder collaboration and educating clients on cutting edge issues surrounding state and federal environmental matters, especially topics involving water, agriculture, rural affairs and environmental issues. -Represented the Olive Oil and the Hemp Industry during the session to pass legislation to support their respective industries.-Available to consult and lobby for state and federal legislative issues.

-Work closely with the Commissioner, executive staff and other TDA staff on all aspects of state and federal issues.-Participate in agency activities related to Congressional session; attend or monitor legislative hearings; and meet with Members of Congress, legislative staff and other legislative liaisons.-Review and make recommendations on state and federal legislation, regulations and other policies affecting TDA, the agriculture industry, rural Texas and the state.-Work with federal agencies, state and local government and stakeholder groups to solve problems or promote joint positions.-Coordinate agency interaction and testimony before Congressional committees.-Coordinate responses to legislative inquires, and review and edit legislative correspondence.-Monitor Congressional schedules and agendas, agency hearings and other federal meetings and communicates relevant information to agency management and staff.-Prepare reports on newly enacted laws and pending state and federal legislation. -Provide consultation to TDA staff relating to impacts of federal legislation and Congressional activity on the agency, the agriculture industry and stakeholders.-Monitor and report on state legislative issues, hearings and meetings, as assigned.-Manage the planning and operation of all governmental affairs functions related to the Commissioner’s participation on the Border Governors’ Agriculture Work Table, Southern Association of State Departments of Agriculture (SASDA) and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA).-Ensure that other divisions are updated on issues impacting the agency.-Participate in TDA committees and task forces, as well as outside, industry-related groups.

- Developing, coordinating and maintaining records, correspondence, reports and systems related to the International Programs and Livestock Exports. - Serve as TDA representative to international delegations visiting Texas.- Provide technical support and assist with Marketing and International Trade projects form initial concept until completion of each job, to include monitoring and documenting the results.- Make recommendations on program issues and project opportunities to benefit the overall success of the international program.- Research international countries providing information on agriculture commodities. - Maintain the export pen reservation system, implementing changes and upgrades, and assist external customers obtaining reservations at each facility.- Develop new GO TEXAN marketing initiatives and marketing collateral for international programs.- Assist with processing of GO TEXAN member applications, renewal and account changes.

-Plans and directs legislative agenda, initiatives and strategies.-Updates members on the status of legislation and legislative matters.-Provides policy analysis, recommendations, and strategic advice to the member.-Conducts legislative research and analyzes legislation.-Develop and maintain relationships with constituents, other legislative staff and lobbyist.-Reviews and responds to constituent inquires and requests.-Maintain members schedule during the legislative session.

-Perform administrative duties such as coordinate policy and science meetings.-Develop, draft and review documents related to regulatory requirements under the Endangered Species Act.-Provide technical support to the Interagency Task Force for Economic Growth and Endangered Species.-Monitor the species currently under review by the US Fish and Wildlife Services for potential protection under the Endangered Species Act.

-Read bills, resolutions, motions, and other matters required by the House Rules or as directed by the Speaker during sessions of the House of Representatives.-Assist all 150 Members and staffers with bill filing and legislative technicalities on and off the floor; Scan copies of proposed floor amendments into the House Floor Amendment System (FAS) prior to consideration on the House floor.-Process legislative information related to committee action for inclusion in the Texas Legislative Information System.

- Designed, Coordinated, and Executed a week-long training evolution geared toward the leadership development and training of 10 select individuals from across the State of Texas, in order to prepare them for a year-long community service initiative.- Organized an eight-day rigorous initnerary of training which would take the scholars through a "three-pronged" approach of scholar development: Skills acquisition, stewardship transition, and practical application.- Planned all efforts in the training portion of the program to focus on the six tenants of a Ford Leadership Scholar: Action, Awareness, Character, Continuous Improvement, Relationships, and Vision.-Managed the disbursement of a quarter-million-dollar endowment in order to successfully discharge the exercises involved in the training portion. Carefully and accurately monitored the finances and expenditures to allow for an fiscally sound program management model.- Maintained responsibility for ensuring sound logistical operations and movements throughout the program, including adequate and timely vehicle support and a solid movement plan. Ensured that all movements were made in the most efficient and effective manner to eliminate excess time requirements.- Organized and authored a comprehensive and strategic Training Plan and SOP for the future management of the Ford Leadership Scholars Program.- Streamlined the communication and centralized control among all Texas FFA Management, Ford Stakeholders, and Program Staff. Ensured that the programs vision and direction, as well as desired outcomes were consistent throughout all personnel involved. - Coordinated the initial communication between the scholars and their business and industry mentors, laying the foundation for a prosperous relationship.

-Provided administrative assistance to members of Congress and staff. -Scheduled all hearings, meetings and receptions for committee rooms.-Attended meetings and interfaced with constituents. -Controlled incoming and outgoing committee requests.regarding agriculture industry -Wrote correspondence, handled mail, and managed phone calls. -Worked on special projects and assisted in planning events. -Assisted with research and writing essential member request dealing with agriculture industry. -Researched legislative issues keeping chairman and committee members aware of all facets of pending bills

-Recruited potential undergraduate and transfer students through the Dr. Bill Bennett Student Success Center.-Represented the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Texas Tech University at conventions and campus recruiting events.-Performed research studing relating to the correlation between student collegiate academic success and high school extracirricular involvement.-Met with potential students about degrees and courses within the college.