Nominations are now open for Northern Rhode Island Board of REALTORS® Awards: the 2025 REALTOR® of the Year, the Affiliate of the Year, and the Rising Star of the Year. These awards celebrate individuals who exemplify the core values of our profession and contribute significantly to our community. Information and applications have been emailed to all members.

REALTOR® of the Year Award: The REALTOR® of the Year award honors an outstanding NRIBR member who embodies the true essence of the REALTOR® spirit. The application is weighted with 50% (fifty-percent) applying to a candidate’s dedicated volunteer service to the Local, State and National REALTOR® Associations. This year’s recipient will also have the esteemed opportunity to be considered for the RI Association of REALTORS® – REALTOR® of the Year in Fall 2025.

If you wish to nominate yourself or a colleague for this award, please review the REALTOR® Member Directory before submitting your nomination. In the nomination form, be sure to read the criteria.

Nomination Deadlines:
Self-Nomination Deadline: June 6, 2025
Nominate Someone Else Deadline: May 16, 2025

Affiliate of the Year Award: The Affiliate of the Year Award aims to recognize the invaluable contributions of an industry service provider for their active participation in NRIBR activities and committees and unwavering support of the REALTOR® Association and its membership.

Please review our member directory and select “Affiliate” to ensure eligibility before submitting your nomination. In the nomination form, be sure to read the criteria.

Nomination Deadlines:
Self-Nomination Deadline: June 6, 2025
Nominate Someone Else Deadline: May 16, 2025

Rising Star of the Year Award: The Rising Star Award recognizes newly licensed REALTOR® Member of the Northern Rhode Island Board of REALTORS® who has joined the Board within 36 months of today’s date. The recipient demonstrates a commendable combination of REALTOR® spirit, civic activity, business accomplishments, and active involvement in Association activities, committees or leadership.

If you wish to nominate yourself or a colleague for this award, please review the REALTOR® Member Directory before submitting your nomination. In the nomination form, be sure to read the criteria.

Nomination Deadlines:
Self-Nomination Deadline: June 6, 2025
Nominate Someone Else Deadline: May 16, 2025

Don’t miss the chance to acknowledge the exceptional contributions of your peers. Your participation is vital in honoring those who epitomize excellence within our community. All nominations will undergo review by the ROTY-Awards Task Force, with one candidate selected for each award to be presented at the NRIBR Annual Meeting on 10/1 at Noon at the Crystal Lake Golf Club.

Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to the Northern Rhode Island Board of REALTORS®.