Although the partnership between Nancy VanEaton Broussard and Gail Romero officially began in 1977 with the founding of Van Eaton & Romero Inc., the two had been friends and colleagues long before then. After meeting in 1961, Nancy became an agent/broker in 1965 and convinced Gail to earn her license and become a sales associate. While their career paths led them in separate directions, the two joined forces again in 1977, taking Lafayette's real estate industry by storm.

Nationally recognized as two of the most powerful women in real estate by Real Estate Marketing and Relocation Magazine, Nancy and Gail built their agency on a philosophy centered on education and innovation, and in doing so have created a firm that continues to grow and be successful, embracing the latest technology and adapting to industry changes.

Nancy and Gail now devote their time to managing. They maintain a support system for their agents, providing an extensive amount of resources and equipment so their agents are prepared for any situation. And, they are carefully planning the future of the agency to insure that it will remain number one, both in volume and in customer satisfaction.

Bill Bacqué joined Van Eaton & Romero in 1990. Beginning his career in nearby Lake Charles, Louisiana in 1973, Bill was tempted back to his hometown Lafayette in 1980 with the offer to manage another real estate agency. He later founded the Acadiana School of Real Estate, teaching courses across the state and country for four years. Bill then took the position as sales manager with Van Eaton & Romero, which he served as for ten years, until he was named CEO and partner.

Today his responsibilities include managing and coordinating activities of agents, including educational seminars. Guided by his philosophy of empowerment, Bill spends a great deal of time listening to agents' concerns, answering their questions, and keeping them motivated.

Together, Nancy, Gail & Bill prepare their agents with the skills, knowledge, experience, technology and resources so they can offer their clients and customers the best service.