Board of
Directors

Chief Executive Officer
LES Federal Credit Union

Owner
Creative English

Principal
WHLC Architecture

As Planning & Design Director of WHLC Architecture, Rex oversees projects along the Gulf Coast. He brings 45 years of professional experience as an Architect and Urban Planner to benefit the Mid City area.  In addition to 10+ years on the MCRA Board of Directors, Rex serves on multiple civic commissions and board positions including the Chamber of Commerce, Historical Preservation Commission, Louisiana Architecture Foundation, The Walls Project, and as a Court Appointed Special Advocate.

Chief Marketing Officer
DNA Workshop
Amanda Carlin earned a Bachelor of Communications degree from Southeastern Louisiana University. She started her career at Baton Rouge’s CBS affiliate WAFB and worked in various marketing roles, eventually being promoted to the station’s Creative Services Manager. During her time at WAFB, her creative work earned Amanda numerous Gold and Silver Telly Awards, two regional Emmys, and an Edward R. Murrow award. Amanda joined DNA Workshop in 2023 and serves as their Chief Marketing Officer.