REALTORS® make a difference in our communities. They are rising stars, changemakers and community advocates who work to make our neighborhoods thriving places to live, work and play.
It takes all of us working together to make a difference. Honor someone who’s making a difference in our communities and industry with a REALTOR® Award nomination. The deadline for nominations is May 15, and applications from nominees are due on May 17. These prestigious awards will be presented to the winners at our Inaugural Gala this fall.
Awards Include:
REALTOR® OF THE YEAR
The REALTOR® of the Year is the 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 Illinois Association of REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®.
COMMERCIALFORUM ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
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
This award is based on the outstanding contributions of a REALTOR® to his/her local community, as well as being an active member of the local association.
AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR AWARD
This award is based on the outstanding contributions of an Affiliate Member to the Chicago Association of REALTORS® and to the Chicagoland real estate industry.
REALTOR® MANAGING BROKER AWARD
Two awards may be given annually, based upon the number of licenses under the direct management of the managing broker:
- 1–50 licensees
- 51 and above licensees
POLITICAL ADVOCACY AWARD
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.”
INDUSTRY PARTNER MEMBER AWARD
This award is based on the outstanding contributions of a CAR Industry Partner member within their industry partner organization, and to the Chicagoland real estate industry.
RISING STAR AWARD
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.