We are proud to announce that Marki Lemons Ryhal, Managing Broker at EXIT Strategy Realty, will be inducted into the 2025 Chicago Association of REALTORS® Hall of Fame. A powerhouse of education, advocacy and innovation in real estate, Marki has spent her career empowering professionals to grow their businesses.
With over 25 years of experience in marketing and a deep-rooted passion for technology, Marki has trained more than 250,000 real estate professionals— through speaking engagements, course instruction and more — teaching them how to use digital tools and artificial intelligence to deliver results.
Marki earned both our REALTORS® Achievement Award and President’s Award, and has been invited to speak at the National Association of REALTOR® Conference & Expo twelve times. She is also the current host of the NAR podcast, Drive With NAR, where she connects with REALTORS® across the country to discuss strategies for success.
Marki is also a major investor, President’s Circle member and Federal Political Coordinator. She consistently gives back to the industry she loves. Whether speaking on stage, mentoring fellow REALTORS® or championing advocacy, she is committed to lifting others.
Induction into the Hall of Fame of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® is a great honor reserved for those professionals whose contributions to the real estate industry are truly outstanding. This award is presented to individuals whose leadership and accomplishments soar above and beyond the ordinary. Character, accomplishment, reputation and contribution to business, culture and the environment are all necessary ingredients for induction.
Marki will be inducted into the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Hall of Fame at our Inaugural Gala on September 26th, 2025.