Member of the Year Award

The ACBR Member of the Year Award recognizes an ACBR REALTOR® member or ACBR Member who demonstrates exceptional professionalism, leadership, service, and commitment to the commercial real estate industry. Selection is based on the nominee’s professional accomplishments, civic involvement, service to ACBR, and participation at the state and national levels. When the recipient is a REALTOR® member, they may also be submitted as ACBR’s nominee for the Georgia Association of REALTORS® REALTOR® of the Year competition, subject to eligibility requirements.

Archetype Award

The Archetype Award is presented annually to an individual who exemplifies the leading pillars of the commercial real estate industry: perseverance, integrity, spirit, trust, and impact. This recognition honors an individual whose professional reputation, character, and compassion have created a lasting legacy and inspired others through their influence and guidance.

Affiliate of the Year Award

Established in 1991, the Affiliate of the Year Award recognizes an Affiliate member who has made an exceptional contribution of time, energy, and resources to the Atlanta Commercial Board during the calendar year. The recipient is presented with a personalized plaque recognizing the award and the date of presentation.

Community Service Award

The Community Service Award was established by the Atlanta Commercial Board Community Service Committee to recognize an individual member whose ongoing efforts make an exceptional contribution to improving the quality of life within their community. Qualifying activities may include supporting education, creating opportunities for youth, and contributing to other community-based programs.

One recipient is selected to receive a $1,000 grant in their name for a designated community project. The recipient also earns the right to use the Community Service Award logo on their website and promotional materials. This award recognizes ACBR members who contribute meaningfully to their communities, often without public recognition.

Henry H. Robinson Award

The Henry H. Robinson Award is presented annually to the individual, institution, or firm that has made an exceptional contribution to real estate in Atlanta during the calendar year. The award is presented to a recipient outside the Atlanta Commercial Board membership, helping promote the REALTOR® image throughout the community.

Additional Awards

The following awards are presented as determined by the Board of Directors, President, YCR Advisory Committee, and Million Dollar Club Committee.

Members of the Month

Members of the Month are selected by the Board of Directors in recognition of their outstanding contributions and dedication to the Atlanta Commercial Board and its membership.

President’s Award

The President’s Award is personally selected by the President and presented to a member whose outstanding service and contributions extend far beyond a particular assignment. The recipient is recognized for their dedication and willingness to share their time and experience for the benefit of the Atlanta Commercial Board and its membership.

Young Member of the Year

The Young Member of the Year Award is presented annually to an ACBR Young Council member who has made an exceptional contribution of time, energy, and resources to both the Young Council and the Atlanta Commercial Board.

Million Dollar Club

Members of the Million Dollar Club exemplify the highest standards of professionalism and service. The Club recognizes members who have achieved at least $5 million in commercial sales and leasing volume.

Alvin B. Cates Award

The Alvin B. Cates Award is presented annually to the ACBR member who completed the most outstanding commercial real estate transaction of the year. Eligible transactions must have occurred between January 1 and December 31 of the applicable calendar year. The recipient is honored at the Million Dollar Club Banquet with the historic Cates Trophy and a hand-lettered scroll recognizing both the recipient and the transaction.

Rookie of the Year

Established in 1999, the Rookie of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding Young Council member who achieved the highest Million Dollar Club production among eligible Young Council members. To qualify, the recipient must hold an active real estate license, have been in the brokerage business for fewer than three years, maintain active membership with both ACBR and the Young Council, and not have previously received the award.

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