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Ever Hit a Brick Wall in Your Family Tree? Genealogy is more than just names and dates—it's about unlocking the stories and connections...

Brigette Waits-Garcia, founder of Genetic Roots Research, has renewed her membership with the National Genealogical Society through July 2026. A dedicated member since 2022, Brigette continues to uphold the highest standards in professional genealogy, forensic research, and heir identification.

My journey into genetic research didn’t begin with a search for myself—it began with a surname. When I realized my children carried a name with no known history, I knew I had to start piecing the story together. What began as simple curiosity became a mission: to preserve identity, uncover legacy, and turn questions into stories that future generations can hold onto.

Brigette Waits‑Garcia, the passionate founder and CEO of Genetic Roots Research, has just renewed her membership in the Arkansas Genealogical Society (AGS)—strengthening her commitment to preserving and uncovering Arkansas family histories.