Local REALTORS® Install New Leaders and Name Winners of Industry Achievement Awards

The Kansas City Regional Association of REALTORS® (KCRAR) installed its 2019 president and presented its 2018 awards, including the prestigious REALTOR® of the Year honor, on Tuesday, December 4 during the KCRAR Holiday Party, Awards & Installation event held at the Intercontinental Hotel on the Plaza. Over 400 KCRAR REALTOR® members, affiliate members and guests attended the event.

Steve Moyer, Better Homes & Gardens – Kansas City Homes, was installed as the 2019 president of the KCRAR. Moyer will lead the organization’s Board of Directors representing more than 11,000 members across the Kansas City metro and St. Joseph.

“I’m honored to have the opportunity to lead KCRAR in 2019 alongside an outstanding group of directors who volunteer their time and experience for the betterment of our local real estate industry and each of our members,” Moyer said.

The event also recognized industry leaders who have helped build and maintain a strong real estate community throughout the Kansas City metro and surrounding areas.

The following awards were presented during the event:

2018 Community Service Award – Susie Gale, Better Homes & Gardens – Kansas City Homes

2018 Affiliate of the Year – Mark Emerick, Home Warranty, Inc.

2018 Newcomer of the Year – Julie Horseman, ReeceNichols Parkville

2018 Salesperson of the Year – Shannon Stumpenhaus, Better Homes & Gardens – Kansas City Homes

2018 REALTOR® of the Year – Rick Bradford, Keller Williams

“KCRAR’s award winners are nominated and selected by other members for their individual excellence and commitment to our industry and the local community,” Moyer said. “I want to personally thank each of this year’s recipients for their professionalism and achievements.”

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