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Press Releases: 2010

ABoR Accepting Nominations for Annual Industry Awards

Real estate association opens the floor for nominations


July 13, 2010 - Do you know a REALTOR® who has made outstanding contributions to their industry or community? Consider nominating a colleague for one of ABoR’s annual industry awards, as the Austin Board of REALTORS® (ABoR) is now officially accepting nominations. Award categories include REALTOR® of the Year, Affiliate of the Year, REALTOR® Community Service Award, Salesperson of the Year, Rookie of the Year and the Cultural Awareness Award.

Nominations for the 2010 Industry Awards are due no later than Wednesday, September 15 and can be submitted online at http://www.abor.com/indyawards. Award winners will be honored at this year’s Installation and Awards Ceremony, scheduled for Friday, December 3 from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Below, learn more about the awards by viewing a complete description of each category.

REALTOR® of the Year
This honor is bestowed on an ABoR member who has made outstanding contributions to the real estate profession on the local, state and national levels, as well as the local community. ABoR's current Chairman of the Board is not eligible to receive this award during his or her term of office as extensive service is obligatory based on the elected office.

Affiliate of the Year
Nominees for this award are not only recognized for business accomplishments and participation in ABoR activities, but also for contributions to other business-affiliated organizations and the community at large. Only Affiliate members of ABoR may be nominated for this award.

REALTOR® Community Service Award
The Community Service Award denotes a member who shows outstanding dedication to public service in his or her community. This person may donate a significant amount of time to local service organizations, work individually in the community or inspire others to volunteer their time. The award recipient must be a REALTOR® member of ABoR.

Salesperson of the Year
The Salesperson of the Year Award is based on an evaluation of the nominee's outstanding contribution to the real estate industry in terms of overall achievement. This award is independent of the top producer awards given out by individual companies. The award recipient will be chosen based on ABoR, TAR and NAR activities, spirit of cooperation, personal production and educational achievements.

Rookie of the Year
The Rookie of the Year Award is based on an evaluation of the nominee's outstanding contribution to the real estate profession in terms of overall achievement. A "rookie" is defined as an individual with 18 months or less experience as a REALTOR®. This award is independent of similar awards given out by individual companies. The recipient will be chosen based on participation in ABoR activities, spirit of cooperation, personal production and educational achievements.

Cultural Awareness Award
The Cultural Awareness Award is based on an evaluation of the nominee's outstanding contribution toward raising cultural awareness. Participation in cultural diversity programs and organizations on a local, state and national level will be considered.

For more information or questions regarding the industry awards and nominations, contact Shirley Williams by e-mail at swilliams@abor.com or by phone 512-454-7636, ext. 1603.

The Austin Board of REALTORS® is a non-profit, voluntary organization representing more than 8,000 licensed REALTORS® in Central Texas. For further information, please contact Angela Brutsché at 512-454-7636, ext. 1300.

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