PORTLAND, Maine – The board of directors of the Maine Real Estate & Development Association (MEREDA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Shelly R. Clark of  Portland to Vice President of Operations.

Clark has been with MEREDA since 1997.  As Vice President of Operations, she is responsible for managing all day-to-day operations, including coordinating educational programs, membership development and retention efforts, as well as marketing and communications. In 2011, Clark was awarded MEREDA’s President’s Award for her service to the organization. In addition to her role as Vice President of Operations, Clark serves on MEREDA’s executive committee as Assistant Secretary.

“Shelly is the glue that holds the organization together. Her energy and passion for our work is unparalleled.” said Drew Sigfridson, president of MEREDA. “This promotion is well deserved and demonstrates Shelly’s value and commitment to our members and to the real estate community. We look forward to her continued success.”

Clark is a graduate of Thomas College and holds a degree in Business Management. She is active in the community and resides with her husband in Portland.