2017 Legacy Award: Anne Lockhart
Anne Lockhart is a Dallas, Texas native, but has called Monroe home since she was ten years old.
Anne is a graduate of Neville High School and the University of Louisiana Monroe with
a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management.
Anne has worked and volunteered in the Monroe community for over 46 years, the first
25 years in the commercial banking industry, working her way from an entry level teller
position in 1971 to Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending, and ultimately to
Senior Vice President and Director for Corporate Business Development for Regions
Bank.
In June 1996, Anne accepted the challenge of heading up ULM's Development Office,
and has been professionally fundraising for the university for nearly 21 years. Anne
will retire from ULM next month, officially transitioning to new journeys and adventures
on April 30.
An important part of Anne's career in banking and higher education is her representative
involvement in service for her church, community, and alma mater.
This involvement has provided her opportunities for several volunteer leadership roles.
Some key community roles include serving as Board Chairman for the Monroe Chamber
of Commerce, Campaign Chairman; twice serving as Board Chairman for the United Way
of Northeast Louisiana; several committee chairmanships and the Board of Directors
for the Junior League of Monroe; and the Wellspring Community Advisory Board.
Anne and her husband Jim, who is manager of Monroe's Lotus Club, recently celebrated
their 42nd anniversary. Their daughter Lauren and son-in-law Andy live and work in
New Orleans, and are also very involved community volunteers in NOLA. No doubt more
road trips to NOLA are at the top of Anne’s retirement bucket list!
The Legacy Award is the highest recognition bestowed by the Women's Symposium, and honors a woman
of exemplary character who has made significant contributions in her community. The
Legacy Award Winner displays tangible leadership, is honest and of high integrity,
treats others with respect, and is a positive role model. Emphasis is given to Legacy
Award nominees whose accomplishments have impacted future generations of women.
