Overview
Work History
Education
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Jill Leo

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Main Street Manager

City of Natchitoches
01.2019 - Current
  • Collaborate with city officials and community partners to promote local businesses and historical preservation.
  • Oversee all rentals and logistics for the Downtown Riverbank and Beau Jardin venues.
  • Maintain National Main Street accreditation and quarterly reporting.
  • Serve as Natchitoches Cultural District liaison.
  • Manage the Miss Merry Christmas Scholarship Program, overseeing all aspects including scheduling appearances, assisting with the pageant, and administering the program budget.

Director of Festivals & Events

Natchitoches Historic District Business Assoc.
07.2016 - Current
  • Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of major festivals and events including the Natchitoches Christmas Festival and Natchitoches Car Show, driving tourism and economic impact.
  • Manage vendor relations, sponsorships, and marketing efforts to enhance event success.
  • Organize and facilitate quarterly membership meetings for Downtown businesses to address their needs, offer resources, and foster economic growth.

Association Executive

Cenla Board of REALTORS
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Led the merger of the Natchitoches and Alexandria REALTOR Boards.
  • Managed daily operations and member services for the board, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Organized events, meetings, and continuing education for all REALTOR members.
  • Handled financial management, reporting, and budgeting for the association.

Appraiser Assistant

Michelle Jordan & Associates
10.2013 - 01.2015
  • Association Executive Assistant for the Natchitoches Board of REALTORS
  • Maintained organized records of all appraisal assignments and financial records, facilitating smooth workflow.
  • Assisted with site visits.

Wedding/Portrait Photographer

6 West Studios
03.2008 - 10.2013

Finance Manager

Honda Village of Natchitoches
08.2004 - 10.2013

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA
05-2002

High School Diploma -

Zwolle High School
Zwolle, LA
05-1998

Affiliations

  • FLASH Board Member - 2022-Present
  • Historic District Development Commission - 2019-Present, Currently serving as Commission Chair

Certification

Louisiana REALTORS Leadership Academy - 2016 Graduate


Louisiana Travel Association Leadership Academy - 2020 Graduate

Timeline

Main Street Manager

City of Natchitoches
01.2019 - Current

Director of Festivals & Events

Natchitoches Historic District Business Assoc.
07.2016 - Current

Association Executive

Cenla Board of REALTORS
01.2015 - 07.2016

Appraiser Assistant

Michelle Jordan & Associates
10.2013 - 01.2015

Wedding/Portrait Photographer

6 West Studios
03.2008 - 10.2013

Finance Manager

Honda Village of Natchitoches
08.2004 - 10.2013

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Northwestern State University

High School Diploma -

Zwolle High School
Jill Leo