Awards

The Northern Rhode Island Board of REALTORS® is pleased to recognize the sales achievements of its members as well as the contributions members make to the real estate industry, the REALTOR® Association and the Community.

C2EX Endorsement
In 2018, the National Association of REALTORS® proudly launched Commitment to Excellence (C2EX), a program that empowers REALTORS® to demonstrate their professionalism and commitment to conducting business at the highest standards. Learn more or register at www.c2ex.realtor. The following NRIBR members have been honored with this distinction: Monalisa Aguiar, Sherri Bishop, Kim Bolano, Duane Boucher, Michele Cerreta, Jan D’Angelo, Linda Delach, Kevin Dumont, Janice Geddes, Andre Goulet, Michael Lambrese, Martha Lapierre, Jennifer Lemme, Joseph Luca, Raymond Majeau, Anne McCrann, Sherri Mercurio, Leesa Michael, Kelli Reedy, Holly Ritter, Chris Whitten, Robert Williamson.

Diamond Sales Awards
Presented each March;  This recognition program is composed of outstanding REALTOR® members who have attained designated sales and listing volume and who strive to provide the highest level of professional real estate services.

NRIBR announced its 2022 award winners at its 4/20/23 fundraiser and awards ceremony.  Click here to access the program booklet listing the recipients.  The 2023 Diamond Sales Awards applications will be due 1/24/24.  Click here to view the new categories for the 2023 Diamond Sales, applicable to the 1/1/23 – 12/31/23 production year.

Good Neighbor Award

Presented to a member who has made a positive impact in the Northern Rhode Island Community, the Good Neighbor Award seeks to highlight and inspire an individual’s personal contribution to the community as well as their impact as a role model for other REALTORS®.  The Good Neighbor Award is intended to recognize individual contributions, not association or companywide efforts.  The Good Neighbor Award recipient will receive a $1,000 donation to a charity of their choice on their behalf. Does not have to be awarded every year. The 2022 Good Neighbor Award recipient was Chris Whitten of Premeer Real Estate.  In his honor, Operation Stand Down RI received a $1,000 grant from NRIBR.  The 2023 application filing deadline was 2/28/23.

REALTOR® of the Year
Presented each July, the REALTOR of the Year® award recognizes an outstanding member of the Board who has provided distinguished service to the Northern Rhode Island Board of REALTORS®, RI Association of REALTORS®, National Association of REALTORS®, the Business Community and has demonstrated volunteerism in civic and charitable organizations.  Congratulations to our 2023 REALTOR® of the Year Michelle Keach. See a list of Past Award Winners Here.

Golden “R”
The Golden “R” award may be presented in September to a REALTOR® member who has demonstrated, consistently over the years, service, support and promotion of the Board and its mission.  This individual attends meetings on a regular basis.  Congratulations to Ryan Antrop, our 2023 Awardee.

Rookie of the Year
This award may be presented in September to a New REALTOR® Board Member of 5 years or less who has consistently demonstrated service, support and promotion of the Board and its mission.  This individual attends meetings on a regular basis.  Congratulations to Fatima Deziel, our 2023 Awardee.

Affiliate of the Year
The Affiliate of the Year award may be presented in September to an Affiliate member who has demonstrated consistently  service, support and promotion of the Board and its mission.  This individual attends meetings on a regular basis.  One-time award.  Congratulations to our 2023 Awardee Sean Hogan.

Richard Fontaine Award 
The Richard Fontaine award may be presented in September to a member of our Board of Directors who has provided exceptional and distinguished service.  Congratulations to our 2023 Awardee Duane Boucher.

NRIBR Scholarship Award
The NRIBR annual scholarship is awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement, leadership ability, and need to two high school students or those with 1 year remaining at a college or university.  The amount of each scholarship is $1,250.  The filing deadline for the 2024 application is 4/1/2024. Click here to access the form.