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YPN REALTORS® to Watch Under 40

Each year, the RASM Young Professionals Network recognizes a group of REALTORS® who represent excellence in leadership, community involvement, and everything else that makes a well-rounded young professional succeed in real estate. Any active REALTOR® member of the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee under the age of 40, can apply for this award.

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YPN REALTORS® to Watch Under 40

Arlene Buckmaster

REALTOR®

HouseMax Realty

Neha Ketkar

REALTOR®

William Raveis Realty

 

Abbey Kronebusch

REALTOR®

Coldwell Banker Realty Venice

 

Jennifer Salome

REALTOR®

EXIT King Realty

Ashley Wallace

REALTOR®

MAV Realty

 

Ashley Goldstein & Jordan Cadavid-Jones

REALTORS®

Simply Sold Team

Coldwell Banker Realty

 

Jesse Bauer

REALTOR®

Sarasota Gulf Coast Homes

Keller Williams on the Water Sarasota

Coy Carter

Broker Associate & REALTOR®

Wagner Realty

 

Lily Lopez

REALTOR®

Coldwell Banker Realty

Brooke Mailloux

REALTOR®

Florida SunCoast Real Estate, Inc.

 

Elena Stefanoski

REALTOR®

Director of Agent Development

Preferred Shore

 

Julianna Burns

REALTOR®

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

 

Nathan Butrum

REALTOR®

NextHome Excellence

 

 

Joey Hutchinson

REALTOR®

Duncan Real Estate, Inc.

Matt Leicht

REALTOR®

Real Broker, LLC

 

Nikki Weiss

CEO/Broker Associate

Sarasota Home Specialists

Keller Williams on the Water

 

 

David Crawford

Broker/Owner

Catalist Realty, LLC

Victoria Dominguez

REALTOR®

Preferred Shore

 

Derek Patti, PLLC

REALTOR®

NextHome Excellence

Stephen Smith

Broker Associate

Elite Realty Brokerage

Madison Wells, PLLC

REALTOR®

Leslie Wells Realty

 

Kevin Bruinsma

REALTOR®

Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate

Atchley Properties

Jordan Chancey, PA

REALTOR® & Broker Associate

RE/MAX Alliance Group

The RE/MAX Collection

 

Paige Cvjeticanin

REALTOR®

Keller Williams on the Water

Margaret Kennedy

REALTOR®

Michael Saunders & Co.

Brian Loebker

REALTOR®

Michael Saunders & Co.

 

 

 

Application Process

The Young Professionals Network (YPN) will release the REALTORS® to Watch Under 40 applications on April 1, 2025. After the applications close at 5 p.m. on May 31, the YPN Committee judges will meet and select the five finalists. Shortly after, you will receive an email notifying you of the judges' decision. The finalists will have a photoshoot, short interview, and will be featured on the cover of ELEVATE magazine.

 

Application Process

Questions?

For more information on this program, contact YPN Staff Liaison Brandon Gay: ypn@myrasm.com or (941) 952-3405.

FAQs

How can I submit my application?

Applications open on April 1 and are due by May 31, 2024. Click here to apply.

Who is eligible to apply?

Eligible applicants are under the age of 40 as of April 1, 2024 and are current REALTORS® who hold a valid license to practice real estate in Florida.

When is the deadline?

The deadline to submit your application is 5 p.m. on May 31, 2024. No late entries will be accepted.

What benefits do I receive if I am selected?

Honorees will receive

  • Recognition in RASM's ELEVATE magazine and on RASM social media channels
  • Professional headshots and photoshoot
  • Inclusion on the county-wide distribution of press releases
  • Framed cover photo of ELEVATE magazine

Can I make a change to my application after submitting it?

You can log in and edit your application up until the deadline for submission.

What is the qualification period?

Production activity from January 1, 2023 through March 1, 2024 will be valid. All historical activities for leadership, education, and community involvement will be considered.

What is the judging panel looking for?

Judges are seeking well-rounded, experienced REALTORS®. Leadership and character are very important, as is community involvement and association engagement. Judges are seeking individuals who have demonstrated excellence in their real estate community and are deserving of recognition.

How does the selection process happen?

The judges will evaluate applicants based on a scoresheet that defines the experience and characteristics featured in the award application, such as leadership, community, etc. Some criteria will be worth more than others, but all are important in determining YPN award honorees.

Can I nominate someone else for the award?

Due to the personal nature of the questions, you cannot fill out the application for someone else. However, you can encourage them to apply for the award!

Can I submit other supporting documents?

No. The judges will have sufficient information within your application submission to determine award recipients.

How and when will I be notified of the judging panel's decision?

You will be notified mid-June via email.

How will the winners be announced?

The winners will be announced in the following issue of RASM's ELEVATE magazine.

Who can I contact if I have more questions?

Kristen Oriente, Kristen@myrasm.com, (941) 952-3416

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