Long Island Board of REALTORS® Member Awards and Recognition

Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) is proud to celebrate members who are experts in their fields, advocates in their communities, leaders amongst their peers and champions of the advancement of the real estate profession.

Annually, LIBOR recognizes the accomplishments and service of select members and presents awards of excellence in the following categories:

Nominate a Fellow REALTOR^®  

Please take a moment to consider nominating a fellow REALTOR^® or Affiliate Member who is truly deserving of one of LIBOR’s prestigious awards. All nominees must be LIBOR Members in good standing.

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REALTOR^® of the Year

REALTOR® of the Year award is the highest honor bestowed upon a LIBOR REALTOR® and is presented annually to a member who demonstrates exemplary commitment to the real estate industry. This prestigious award recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions through tireless dedication to the principles of integrity, ethical conduct, and professional excellence. This individual demonstrates high principles of integrity, adherence to the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, and furtherance of the principles of the REALTOR® organization and professionalism. The recipient actively supports initiatives that positively impact LIBOR members and the community, embodying the values and leadership that inspire others in the profession. 

Requirements:

• Submission of a completed Nomination Form.
• A minimum of five (5) years as a REALTOR^® with current, active leadership involvement at LIBOR, and either New York State Association of REALTORS^® (NYSAR) or National Association of REALTORS^® (NAR).
• Holds a current, active real estate license and is in good standing with LIBOR.
• Submission of at least one letter of recommendation is required.
• Previous recipients of this award and current LIBOR President are not eligible for nomination.

The deadline to apply is August 1, 2025. 

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REALTOR^® Affiliate of the Year 

REALTOR^® Affiliate of the Year award recognizes one LIBOR Affiliate member annually who provides outstanding service to LIBOR and has a positive, professional impact on the real estate industry.

Requirements:

• Must be an individual from an Affiliate-Member firm of LIBOR in good standing.
• Actively supports the association by participation and sponsorship in meetings, events, classes, and other board-related functions.
• Previous recipients of this award are not eligible for nomination.

The deadline to apply is August 1, 2025.

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Lifetime Achievement Award

Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes one REALTOR^® annually who has made significant contributions to the association and real estate profession through leadership, teamwork, and community involvement. These industry leaders serve as icons in the real estate community.

Requirements:

• A minimum of thirty (30) years as a REALTOR^®.
• Service and/or contributions to LIBOR, New York State Association of REALTORS^® (NYSAR), and National Association of REALTORS^® (NAR), as well as community involvement.
• Holds a current, active real estate license and is in good standing with LIBOR.
• Previous recipients of this award are not eligible for nomination.

The deadline to apply is August 1, 2025.

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REALTOR^® Spirit Award

LIBOR’s REALTOR^® Spirit Award recognizes one REALTOR^®  annually who has made an extraordinary impact on their community, or on the national or world stage, through volunteer work, charitable efforts, youth-related or other activities that demonstrate outstanding commitment to community service. One winner will receive a $5,000 grant for their community cause. Previous recipients of this award are not eligible for nomination.

The deadline to apply is August 1, 2025.

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Young Professionals Network (YPN) 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Award

LIBOR YPN 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards recognizes the industry’s best new leaders and overall well-rounded REALTORS®. Awards will be given to the top 20 nominated applicants based on the following rubric: sales production (25 points), industry involvement and leadership (25 points), community involvement (25 points), demonstrated innovation (15 points), and professional growth (10 points).

The deadline to apply is April 23, 2025.

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President’s Award

The President’s Award is a person chosen by the current LIBOR President as someone instrumental in helping him or her during his or her administration.

State and National Awards Programs

New York State Association of REALTORS^® Awards

National Association of REALTORS^® Awards

REALTOR^® Emeritus Status

A REALTOR^® Member who has held membership in the National Association as a REALTOR^®, REALTOR-ASSOCIATE^®, or both, for a cumulative period of forty (40) years, is eligible for REALTOR^® Emeritus status.

Please note: Applications can ONLY be submitted by the local association on behalf of the member requesting Emeritus status.

The REALTOR^® Emeritus status eligibility requirements are:

Forty (40) years of REALTOR^® or REALTOR-ASSOCIATE^® (or both) membership.

Proof of one (1) year of service* at the National Association level.

*"Service" is defined as serving as an NAR officer, director, committee member, Federal Political Coordinator, Global Ambassador, or Global Coordinator to a country with which NAR holds a reciprocal agreement.

Contact LIBOR Sr. Communications Manager Christina DeFalco-Romano at 631.661.4800 ext.358 or email pr@lirealtor.com with questions.