Southern Title President Shelly Stewart, CLC was recently named Woman of the Year by the Volusia Flagler Association of Women Lawyers (VFAWL).
According to Wendy Mara, VFWL's immediate past president and presenter of the honor, Stewart was selected for her substantial contributions to Volusia and Flagler counties, her leadership in a profession traditionally reserved for men, outstanding service in her chosen profession, achieving recognition in her field, and serving as an example to other women.
"Shelly is such an inspiration to female professionals, and we were so happy to be able to honor her," Mara said.
Stewart has been president of Southern Title since 1995, and has served the title insurance industry as president of the Florida Land Title Association and chair of its governmental affairs committee. She is on the board of the Volusia Building Industry Association, has served as Area Associate VP and Membership Chair for Florida Home Builders Association, and has been recognized by the Volusia Flagler Business Report as one of its Influential Women in Business.