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.
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