REALTOR® of the Year
Each year, the High Country Association of REALTORS® proudly recognizes one outstanding member with its prestigious REALTOR® of the Year Award. This honor celebrates a REALTOR® who exemplifies professionalism, integrity, leadership, and service to both the real estate industry and the community.
The REALTOR® of the Year Award is more than recognition for business success—it honors individuals who embody the REALTOR® spirit through their commitment to ethical practices, active involvement in the Association, dedication to professional development, and meaningful contributions to civic and charitable causes. Recipients serve as role models within our profession, demonstrating the values and principles that strengthen the real estate industry and enrich the communities we serve.
We encourage members to nominate deserving colleagues whose achievements, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on the High Country Association of REALTORS®, the real estate profession, and our region.
REALTOR® of the Year Recipients
(Most Recent to Earliest)
2025 – Zoe Schmidinger
2024 – Larry Stanley
2023 – Bob Flanigan
2022 – Scott Cronk
2021 – Shy Fecteau
2020 – Bill Aceto
2019 – Marcella Coley
2018 – H. Skipwood
2017 – Anne Rasheed
2016 – Sam Taylor
2014 – Joe Chamberlain
2013 – Marc White
2010 – John Volpe
2009 – Patrick Morgan
2008 – Emily Bish
2007 – Tim Holland
2006 – Hope Harvey
2005 – Nena Alsaker
2004 – Keely Sisco
2003 – Jason Sirmon
2001 – Tom Abernethy
2000 – Pam Vines
1998 – Rita Wiseman
1997 – Phil Zitnick
1996 – Madeline Troyer
1995 – Lois Aldridge
1994 – Robert Langston
1991 – Charlie Burleson
1990 – Susann Mikeal
1988 – Tim Gentry
1987 – Jay Vincent
1986 – Wade Wilmoth
1985 – Norma Jenkins
1984 – Ellie Lyne
1983 – Sue Glenn
1982 – Barbara Byrd
1981 – Elmer Jenkins
1980 – Jim Brooks
Charlie Burleson Service Award
The Charlie Burleson Service Award honors an individual whose dedication to service, leadership, and community involvement reflects the enduring spirit of Charlie Burleson. This award recognizes an active member who demonstrates a genuine commitment to improving the lives of others while strengthening the High Country Association of REALTORS® and the communities we serve.
Recipients of this award are distinguished by their generosity, volunteerism, and willingness to give their time and talents for the benefit of others. Through civic engagement, charitable work, and professional leadership, they exemplify the values of service, compassion, and community stewardship.
The Charlie Burleson Service Award celebrates those who unite their profession with a passion for helping others, leaving a lasting and positive impact on both the real estate industry and the High Country region.
Charlie Burleson Service Award Recipients
(Most Recent to Earliest)
2025 – J.B. Lawrence
2024 – Jennifer Price
2023 – Randy Miles
2020 – Larry Stanley
2014 – Jim Brooks
2013 – Tim Holland
2012 – Susan Norris
2011 – Sandy Byrum
REALTOR® Heroes
2022
Jennfier Price
Jeff Simpson
Stephen McDaniel
Irene Sawyer
2023
Larry Stanley
Sarah Long
Angela Allen
2024
Martin Little
Mark Mashburn
Lynne Lear
2025
Lynne Lear
Irene Sawyer
Patricia Holloway
Thomas Dale
Michelle Hammond
Susan Miles