BOISE REGIONAL REALTORS^® ANNOUNCE 2021 CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS

Boise Regional REALTORS^® (BRR) named the 2021 Circle of Excellence Award recipients at its REALTOR^® Awards Gala on Friday, March 12, 2021:

• REALTOR^® of the Year: Michelle Bailey
• Broker of the Year: Zachary Lopez
• Rookie of the Year: Brent Hrdlicka
• Affiliate of the Year: Ryan Froehlich
• Code of Ethics Leadership Award: Carolyn Sinnard
• Good Neighbor Award: Lucas O’Neill
• Unsung Hero Award: Julie Cendejas

The REALTOR^® of the Year award is the highest honor BRR bestows upon one of its members, recognizing the personal and professional accomplishments, as well as the community contributions of an outstanding REALTOR^® member. This year’s REALTOR^® of the Year is Michelle Bailey of Keller Williams Realty Boise. Michelle currently serves as the Immediate Past President for BRR as well as Vice Chair for the BRR Nominating and Elections Committee, on the board of directors for Idaho REALTORS® and Intermountain MLS, and the Risk Management Issues Committee for the National Association of REALTORS®. She is a real estate coach, team leader, top producer, and National Association of REALTORS® Leadership Academy Graduate. Michelle is so passionate about the REALTOR® Party, homeownership, and private property rights that she was inducted into the RPAC Hall of Fame for investing an aggregate lifetime amount of at least $25,000.

Zachary Lopez of Realty One Group Professionals was named BRR’s 2021 Broker of the Year. This award recognizes an individual’s achievements in their role as broker, as well as his or her commitment to the industry. Zachary is described by his agents as the “most accessible broker they’ve ever worked with,” which is exceptional considering he is involved with many industry organizations as well as volunteer efforts. Zachary spends countless hours training and coaching at-risk youth through the Vista P.A.L. Boxing Club, giving not only of his time but his finances, and he also leads his brokerage efforts to provide families with meals and gifts during the holidays. 

Brent Hrdlicka with Capital Group, Inc., was selected as BRR’s 2021 Rookie of the Year. This award is given to an individual who has established themselves as a rising star in the industry within their first two years of joining BRR. His clients say he is hard working and intelligent, noting his negotiation and people-skills as unparalleled. Brent also gives back to the community by participating in Rake up Boise, Paint the Town, and volunteering with the Idaho Foodbank.

The Affiliate of the Year Award is given to a real estate professional who gives back to the real estate industry and supports BRR’s mission and its members. This year’s recipient was Ryan Froehlich of Banner Bank. Because of his role with the Idaho Mortgage Lenders Association and involvement with BRR, Ryan was an invaluable resource during the initial stages of the COVID-19 shutdown, helping draft letters to the cities and counties about the importance of keeping real estate essential, as well as providing valuable information to our members. He has also served in a leadership capacity for BRR’s Affiliate Advisory Board for the last three years.

Carolyn Sinnard, with Happy Dog Realty, was selected as the 2021 Code of Ethics Leadership Award recipient. This award is given to a REALTOR^® who exemplifies what it means to abide by the industry’s national Code of Ethics in their dealings with clients, the public, and other real estate professionals. Carolyn has been a REALTOR^® since 2006 and a broker since 2010, and has over 25 years of sales, advertising, media, and marketing experience. She is member of the Brokers Council of Idaho, a former BRR board member, and is a real estate instructor, holding the ABR and SRES designations and is certified to teach ABR courses.

Lucas O’Neill, with Keller Williams Realty Boise, was selected as the 2021 Good Neighbor Award winner. This award recognizes a REALTOR^® who volunteers time and resources to the community through volunteerism. When COVID-19 hit the Treasure Valley, he immediately created a lunch delivery service for health care workers at three surrounding hospitals, raising $14,000 to support first responders with free meals, which he chose to order through locally owned restaurants who were also struggling at the time. Lucas inspired other REALTORS^® to join in and help with coordination and delivery.

Julie Cendejas, with Keller Williams Realty Boise, was selected for the 2021 Unsung Hero Award. This award is presented by BRR’s immediate past president and recognizes someone who was invaluable to their year as president and who makes a positive impact on our community or industry. Since aligning with Homes for Heroes in 2013, Julie has donated over $317,000 by helping more than 162 families find a home.

The 24-page ad featuring all of our award winners and advertisers ran in the Saturday, March 13th edition of the Idaho Press. You can now view and download it by clicking here.

The 24-page ad featuring all of our award winners, honor society members, and advertisers ran in the Saturday, March 13th edition of the Idaho Press. You can now view and download it by clicking here.

The 24-page ad featuring all of our award winners, honor society members, and advertisers ran in the Saturday, March 13th edition of the Idaho Press. You can now view and download it by clicking here.