Rising Star of the Year 

​​This award strives to recognize a professional with fewer than 5 years of service who has made noteworthy contributions to their organization and the apartment industry at large. ​
​​Preview the Professional Achievement nomination questions here.

Rules

  • Rising Star Award nominees may be any level or job title within their organization.
  • Professional Achievement Awards nominees must have a minimum of one year of multi-family housing experience.
  • ​Nominated individuals must work in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  
  • The individual must work for a MAA member company that is in good standing for at least one year prior to the nomination.
  • ​​Previous Professional Achievement Award winners are not eligible for entry in same category.  
  • Nominees may only be submitted in one category.  
  • Please note, three finalists will be chosen, and the winner will be announced during the award ceremony.​​

Nomination Field Requirements

  • ​Provide a summary of nominee’s job performance and professional accomplishments. Specific examples and statistics should be included. For example, this person made a record number of closings for this property in one month.
  • Provide an outline of NAA and MAA involvement and accomplishments, including committee participation and outline of activities related to advocacy on behalf of the apartment industry 
  • Provide an outline of any continuing education and/or professional credentials attained in the last 5 years.  
  • Statements may include examples of how the nominee has done any of the following: taken the initiative in the work place, practiced innovation and problem-solving, acted as a mentor, made a significant contribution to their property, contributed to the community through volunteering and/or charitable giving. 

What the Judges are Looking for

  • Demonstrates Innovation and Problem Solving
  • Demonstrates Strong Work Ethic
  • Demonstrates Leadership and Teamwork
  • Demonstrates Excellent Internal and External Customer Service
  • Goes Above & Beyond the Call of Duty
  • Demonstrates MAA Involvement or Commitment to Professional Development