Awards and Recognition

Our Members Shine

Every year at the HGAR Annual Meeting and Member’s Day, we present several awards to our members in the following categories:

Realtor of the Year

The HGAR "Realtor of the Year" award is based on involvement with the Association, as well as volunteering within the local community.

2024 award winner:  Tony D'Anzica, Dynamax Realty, New York

Affiliate of the Year

The HGAR “Affiliate of the Year” Award is based on an Affiliate’s participation in HGAR events and involvement with HGAR members.

2024 award winner:  Richard Haggerty, CEO, OneKey® MLS

Albert P. Schatz Legislative Advocacy Award

The “Albert P. Schatz Legislative Advocacy” Award is presented to an individual who has continuously advocated for their fellow Realtors and homeowners on local, regional, and national levels of government.

2024 award winner: Eli Rodriguez, Regional Government Affairs Director, HGAR

DEI Champion Award

The “Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Champion” Award recognizes individuals exhibiting excellence in DEI values and behaviors including promoting and taking an active role in DEI at HGAR and in the community, creating awareness of DEI importance, and implementing DEI initiatives.

Edward I. Sumber Memorial Award

The “Edward I. Sumber Memorial Award” was created in memory of Ed Sumber, who served as the Association’s legal counsel from 1975 to 2015. This award is dedicated to someone who has been not only an exemplary Realtor but also a true supporter of his or her local community.

Excellence in Commercial Real Estate

The “Excellence in Commercial Real Estate” Award is presented to a Realtor who has been involved with HGAR’s CID program, providing input and content for its programs.

2024 award winner:  Clayton Livingston, McGrath Realty Inc., Pawling

Extra Mile Award

The “Extra Mile” Award is presented to an individual who has gone above and beyond and has given so much more than asked to the Realtor family.

2024 award winner: Shanese Williams of Real Broker NY LLC, Manhattan

HGAR President’s Award

The HGAR “President’s” Award is chosen by the current president and given to an individual who has been deemed the most helpful to him or her during the year.

 2024 award winner: Lynda Fernandez, CEO, HGAR

Spirit Award

The “Spirit” Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated continuous support and outreach to other HGAR members.

Stephanie Crispinelli Humanitarian Award

The “Stephanie Crispinelli Humanitarian” Award is presented to an individual in recognition of his or her extraordinary community outreach efforts.

2024 award winner: Hudson Gateway REALTOR® Foundation

Up & Coming Award

The “Up & Coming Award” Award recognizes growing involvement and dedication from some of our newer members or those who are new to volunteering on Association committees.

2024 award winners: Emran Bhuiyan, Exit Realty Premium, Bronx

YPN Award

The YPN Award is designed to honor individuals who have made outstanding contributions, displayed exceptional dedication, and demonstrated a true passion for their role in HGAR.

Tony D'Anzica and Richard Haggerty posing for a picture while holding awards.
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