304 River Road, Columbia, TN  38401                                       
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Awards

2007 REALTOR® of the Year—Matt Collins

This year’s REALTOR® of the Year Award winner, Matt Collins, is a dedicated REALTOR® who spends quite a bit of time volunteering at the local and state levels.  He is a past President of Southern Middle Tennessee Association of REALTORS® and a long-time Director.  He has also served as the MLS Director and on various committees.  He is a graduate of the Leadership TAR program, and is active in the political arena and his community.

The REALTOR® of the year is selected based on their REALTOR® spirit, business accomplishments, service to the local and/or state associations and their service to the community.  (This award is not based on sales volume.)

 

Andy Akin Distinguished Service Award –
J. B. Shepard

This year’s Andy Akin Award winner, JB Shepard, has been a REALTOR® for more than 21 years.  He is committed to his profession and believes in the Golden Rule - which is the heart of our REALTOR® Code of Ethics.

The Andy Akin Distinguished Service Award recognizes dedicated service and outstanding contributions to our Association of REALTORS®.  The winner upholds the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, shows integrity, has a good working knowledge of real estate, is cooperative with others and always displays a professional image.

 

Pioneer Award – Grover Collins

This year’s L.D. Hill Pioneer Award winner, Grover Collins, has truly paved the way for REALTORS® in our area.  He has served on countless committees through his 40 years of service, he has been a past President, and an MLS Director.  His leadership role has grown to encompass the state arena now that he has been selected to serve as a member of the Tennessee Real Estate Commission.

This award is given to someone who shows true leadership quality and helps to pave the way for all members to enjoy success in our profession.

 

Career Achievement & Lifetime Membership – Sara White

The Career Achievement Award is given in memory of Bobby Collier who, at the time of his death in 2006, had been a strong supporter of our association for more than 33 years.

This years winner, Sarah White, has been in the real estate profession for more than 39 years.  Her knowledge and expertise has made her a leader in our area.  She, too, has been a strong supporter of the Association through the years.  This award also carries a Lifetime Membership in the Southern Middle Tennessee Association of REALTORS®. 

This award is given in recognition of superior achievement in real estate.

 

Student of the Year – Devon Montgomery

This year’s Student of the Year, Devon Montgomery, has truly spent hours on end in the classroom becoming more knowledgeable and gaining a greater understanding of the needs of today’s consumers.  She is an example of the dedication and discipline required to keep abreast of today’s changing market.

The Student of the Year Award is presented to the member who has accumulated the most real estate related educational hours between September 15, 2006 and September 15, 2007.

 

2007 President’s Award Presented by ‘07 President, Jimmy Dugger

This years President’s Award Winners, Mama & Daddy Dugger and Rebecca Head have truly been troopers this year!  Mr. & Mrs. Dugger have worked hard to support Jimmy during his time in office.  Many do not realize the countless hours that the Association President spends during their term handling the various duties and problems that arise.  There’s no way they could do it without someone behind them cheering them on and helping to keep things going.  Rebecca has worked throughout the year keeping things in line at the Association.  Our AE, Mary Scott, has not only been away on her usual business trips this year, but has also been struggling with ruptured and bulging discs in her back for the bulk of 2007.

The President’s Award is selected by the outgoing President each year.  The winner is selected based on their service to the President and/or the Association throughout the year.  Winners are not nominated, and are not restricted to REALTOR® members.