Awards

Every year, DAR proudly recognizes a multitude of members for their dedication, success, and hard work in the association as well as the real estate industry. We happily award our members because they are some of the best in the business! Explore our previous awards below and learn how you can prepare for upcoming awards or make a nomination.

Pinnacle Award

In order to honor our top producers, each year the DeKalb Association of REALTORS® recognizes REALTOR® professionals who have reached exceptional levels in various categories. The Pinnacle Award is a celebration of the hard work and dedication of these outstanding REALTORS®. (Click here for more information)

PINNACLE AWARDS CELEBRATION!!

Date: March 27, 2025

Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Location: The Ballroom at the Carlos Center – 2500 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329

The Minimum GCI is $60,000 or 25 Closed Transactions

2024 Pinnacle Award Application (Available once $95 application fee payment is received) Pay via the MyAccount portal. You will receive an email with the application)

REALTOR® Hall of Fame

The DeKalb REALTOR® Hall of Fame honors DeKalb REALTORS® who have made extraordinary and distinguished contributions to the real estate profession and markets in Georgia over a period of at least 20 years.

REALTOR® Hall of Fame
REALTOR® Hall of Fame Nomination Form

REALTOR® Of The Year

REALTOR® of the Year: Dr. Christopher Johnson

The REALTOR® of the Year award is the highest honor presented by DeKalb REALTORS®, recognizing a member whose professionalism, leadership, and service exemplify the very best of our industry.

The Mary Nelson REALTOR® Spirit Award

Mary Nelson Spirit Award Winner: Joanne Watkins

The Mary Nelson REALTOR® Spirit Award is based on the recipients’ outstanding spirit and attitude toward the activities of the Association and Community.

The Clark Harrison Community Service Award

Clark Harrison Community Service Award Winner: Shedonna Grier

The Clark Harrison REALTOR® Community Service Award is based on the recipient demonstrating their service to the community and helping to make positive changes.

Rookie of the Year Award

Rookie of the Year: Robert McCarrier

The Rookie of the Year Award is given to the REALTOR® that has been in real estate sales for no more than two years and who has pursued an assertiveness toward listing and selling.

Affiliate of the Year Award

Affiliate of the Year: Georgia MLS

The Affiliate of the Year Award is given to the Business Affiliate that has actively participated in Association work, events, and activities and demonstrated high principles when rendering service to REALTORS® and the general public.

Spotlight Member of the Month

This award recognizes a spotlight member of the month based on REALTOR Spirit, civic activity, business accomplishments, Local, State and National Association activity.

Nominate a Spotlight Member of the Month