Affiliate of the Year Award

The Affiliate of the Year award is the highest honor bestowed on an Affiliate member of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. This award is based on the outstanding contributions, achievements and commitments of an affiliate to the association and the real estate industry.

CRITERIA FOR NOMINEES:

Recognized as an industry leader with exemplary performance.
Active volunteer involvement with the association.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to serve as a formal and/or informal mentor.
Demonstrated leadership contributions and commitment to the Chicago Association of REALTORS® and related organizations that has significantly impacted the advancement and/or recognition of the profession.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

All Chicago Association of REALTORS® affiliate members are eligible for this award.
Nominees must be a Chicago Association of REALTORS® affiliate member for at least three years in good standing.
Current Chicago Association of REALTORS® officers, directors, past Affiliate of the Year Award recipients and REALTOR® Awards Committee members are not eligible for this award.
Self-nominations will not be accepted.

Deadline: April 15, 2026

2026 Affiliate of the Year Award Application

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Applicant Name*

First Last

Member ID*

Company*

Applicant Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Applicant Email*

Applicant Phone*

Please describe the contributions, achievements and impact that best reflect your nomination for this award. Include specific examples, outcomes or leadership efforts where possible.*

Membership and Real Estate Background

How long have you been an affiliate member and when did your involvement begin?

Local Association Activities (With Dates)

Elected Offices Held

Years Served on Board of Directors

Years Served as Committee Chair, With Committee Names

Committees Served On

Association Awards Received

Other

Societies, Institutes & Councils

Please list your society, institute or council memberships and the approximate years you were active.

Professional Designations Earned

Please list any professional designations and certifications you hold. If the year you obtained each is known, please provide the year as well. If it is unknown, you may omit the year.

Community Service (With Dates)

Please share any community projects or initiatives you have been involved in and how you contributed to them.

Business Accomplishments (With Dates)

Public Recognition

Civic Appointments

Industry Recognition

Other

Please attach a copy of your headshot.*

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