Fredericksburg Area Association of Reators Awards, 2014 Leadership Team

By Kim McClellan, Government Affairs Director, Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS® 

The Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors (FAAR), installed members of the 2014 leadership team and presented several awards at a recent dinner celebration.

Affiliate of the Year:

Phillip Blake of MBH Settlement Group was the recipient of this year’s Affiliate of the Year Award.  Blake is known for his attention to detail and willingness to help during the entire settlement process.  Blake is actively engaged at FAAR participating in many classes, briefings, and new agent training sessions.  In addition, Blake has strong ties to the community serving as president of Spotsylvania Little League and coaching two area sports teams.

President’s Award

Debbie Irwin was the recipient of this year’s President’s Award for her assistance to Suzanne Brady during her term as President.

Silver Circle Awards

This award is presented to members who have attained 25 years of continuous membership in FAAR.  Joining the Silver Circle in 2013:

Diane E. Kelso, Dove Real Estate

Margaret C. Bailey, Sun Realty of Fredericksburg

Samantha Bailey, Century 21 Adventure Redwood

William J. Blount, Lake Anna Island Realty Inc.

Victoria Clark‑Jennings, Preferred Realty LLC

William E. Culbertson, William E. Culbertson R. E.LLC

David G. Jones, GRI, CRS, Century 21 Adventure Redwood

Carol H. Manns, Pitts & Manns Realty

Ruth E. Manzano, Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc

Valerie Moss, Coldwell Banker Elite     

William Paule, Jr., Coldwell Banker Elite

Susan D. Reid, ABR, Century 21 New Millennium‑Stafford

Robert R. Rochon, Rochon Realty, Inc.

Peter Romani, Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc

REALTOR Emeritus

Jim Smith, Century 21 AdVenture Redwood

Mary Williams, Williams Realty

Good Neighbor Award

Michelle Wilson, Century 21 New Millennium

Wilson has been a tireless supporter of the Greater Fredericksburg Habitat for Humanity’s Ride Virginia and for FAAR’s annual Cereal Drive that benefits local food banks. 

Kevin Breen, Coldwell Banker Elite

Breen is a founding member of the Fredericksburg Area Running Club.  Breen provides financial support for the club’s races by purchasing prizes for race winners so that all of the race proceeds can be donated to charity. 

Hall of Fame Award

Claire Forcier-Rowe, Coldwell Banker Elite           

Forcier-Rowe has dedicated significant personal time and financial resources to supporting the REALTOR® family at all levels.  She is very active at the FAAR level, having served on numerous committees, the Board of Directors, and as a Foundation Governor.  She is also actively engaged at the state association serving on the Board of Directors and currently serves on a committee at the national association.

The 2014 FAAR Leadership team is:

 President - Debbie Irwin, Coldwell Banker Elite

President-Elect - Brooke Miller, Long & Foster

Vice President - Christine Singhass, Realty World Select

Secretary - Jorge Robert, Coldwell Banker Elite

Treasurer - Linda Fosdick, Dockside Realty 

Directors - 

• Bob Mercurio, Long and Foster
• Karin Whitley, Coldwell Banker Elite
• Arlene Mason, Coldwell Banker Carriage House
• Paddy Osborne, Coldwell Banker Carriage House
• Mark Geslock, Keller Williams Superior Realty
• Erin Newbill, Coldwell Banker Elite

Immediate Past President Suzanne Brady, Century 21 AdVenture Redwood, will join the 2014 Leadership Team on the Board of Directors.

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