Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025 REALTOR® Awards! Learn more about the awards criteria and eligibility here. Applications for the 2026 awards will open in the new year.
REALTOR® OF THE YEAR
Drussy Hernandez
Coldwell Banker Realty
The REALTOR® of the Year is the highest and most coveted award that can be bestowed by one’s peers. This award is based on the outstanding contributions of a REALTOR® to the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. The recipient must demonstrate what is called “REALTOR® Spirit”, which is embodied by faithfulness to the principles of the REALTOR® organization, professionalism and the Code of Ethics.
COMMERCIALFORUM ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Myra Nimchaiyong
CENTURY 21 S.G.R.
The CommercialForum Achievement Award is based on the outstanding contributions of a member of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® CommercialForum to the Chicagoland commercial real estate industry.
REALTOR® COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
Travis Williams
A.R.E. Partners
The REALTOR® Community Service Award recognizes the outstanding contributions of a local REALTOR® who has gone above and beyond in their community. This award celebrates a REALTOR® who is making a difference in their community through their personal contribution of volunteer work.
AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR
Robert Gill
Chase
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.
MANAGING BROKER OF THE YEAR (1-50 LICENSEES)
Matt Farrell
Corcoran Urban Real Estate
The REALTOR® Designated Managing Broker of the Year Award is awarded to two managing brokers who have gone above and beyond their day-to-day obligations within their brokerage. The awards are given based on the number of licenses under the direct management of the managing broker.
MANAGING BROKER OF THE YEAR (51+ LICENSEES)
Nate Thompson
Keller Williams ONEChicago
The REALTOR® Designated Managing Broker of the Year Award is awarded to two managing brokers who have gone above and beyond their day-to-day obligations within their brokerage. The awards are given based on the number of licenses under the direct management of the managing broker.
INDUSTRY PARTNER MEMBER AWARD
Ainhoa Garcia Jimenez
Realty of America LLC
The Industry Partner Member Award is bestowed upon any member of one of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® Industry Partners and is based on the outstanding contributions within their industry partner organization, and to the Chicagoland real estate industry.
POLITICAL ADVOCACY AWARD
Mike McElroy
Kale Realty
The Political Advocacy Award is based on the outstanding contributions of a REALTOR® or affiliate member in the public policy, political and/or legislative advocacy area and in keeping with the REALTOR® Party spirit to “Vote…Act…Invest.”
RISING STAR AWARD
Keisha Williams
Fulton Grace Realty
The Rising Star award recognizes an emerging leader within the Chicago Association of REALTORS® whose early accomplishments distinguish them as a future leader in the industry and beyond through their service, commitment, leadership, responsibility and impact.
