2026 LATA Election Page

Candidate Info for the next LATA President-Elect (26-28):

Micki Collins & Raymond Raphael (alphabetical)

Take some time to get to know your candidates, review their information 



Micki Collins

Resume Linked Here

Email Address for Questions: msandy1@lsu.edu

Raymond Raphael

Resume Link Here

Email Address for Questions: raymond_70005@yahoo.com

Obtained Office Unopposed:

Secretary: Deanna Melancon 2026-2030 (26-2031 pending bylaw changes)

Treasurer: Tiffany Gary 2026-2030

Director of Pro Dev: Amanda Benson 2026-2030

- VOTING BALLOT FOUND HERE -

Voting will be done by registering for the LATA Event linked here once voting opens.  The ballot will open on 3/8/26 and run through 3/21/26.  Please use this time to better know your candidates and make your best decision. 

Election Time Line:

  • Nomination period Complete.
  • Verification period Complete
  • Candidate qualification can be found at the Association Bylaws. 
  • Candidates announced Complete.
  • Candidate Bio Materials for web page made available: Complete
  • Virtual Town Hall Candidate Q&A Date TBD 1st week of March 2026
  • Voting period 3/8/26-3/21/26
  • Winners will be announced the week of 3/24/26



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