2025 KVBR AWARD WINNERS

REALTOR® of the year – Barbara-Ann Selman

• REALTOR® of the year in keeping with the spirit of “REALTOR® of the Year,” REALTOR® Members considered for the ROY Award must have served as a KVBR officer, director, committee chair and/or committee member during the previous calendar year and/or during the current year.

Chairperson of the year – Alan Wells

• Chairperson of the year honors a Chairman of one of KVBR’s Committees who has demonstrated leadership and commitment to the fulfillment of his/her committee’s mission.

Affiliate of the year – Marilyn Lovejoy

• The Affiliate of the year honors an individual Affiliate member who has consistently offered support to guarantee the success of KVBR programs, projects, and goals.

Rising Affiliate- Kari Byrnside

• The Rising Affiliate Award recognizes an Affiliate member who has shown exceptional engagement, support, and growth within the association. 

Hart Award – Christa Vance

• The Hart Award honors an elected or appointed individual who demonstrates great compassion in helping others.

Mario Mendez Jr. Spirit of a Leader - Cathy Underwood

• The Mario Mendez Jr. Spirit of a Leader Honors a KVBR member who shows exceptional leadership abilities.

Leadership in Action - Jon Meadows

• The Leadership in Action Award recognizes an individual who has gone above and beyond in service to the Association and its members

Distinguished Commitment -Mark Lovin

• The Distinguished Commitment Award recognizes an Individual whose Dedication to Committee has had meaningful and lasting impact on the Association.