Long Island Board of REALTORS® Celebrates 2025 Recipients of the YPN 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards

Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Young Professionals Network (YPN) 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards. This year’s honorees were celebrated at a spectacular gala on July 16, 2025, at the Crescent Beach Club in Bayville, where sweeping views of the Long Island Sound set the stage for a night of recognition and connection. The event brought together past recipients, industry leaders, and members of the REALTOR® community to honor a new class of rising professionals who are making their mark on the industry.

The YPN 20 Rising Stars Awards recognize exceptional early-career REALTORS® who are redefining the industry through leadership, innovation, and unwavering dedication to their clients and communities. This year’s class embodies the drive, creativity, and professionalism that signal a vibrant future for real estate across Long Island.

“The YPN 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards celebrates not just individual achievements, but the spirit of ambition and excellence that fuels our industry’s future,” said Mark Donnelly, 2025 LIBOR President. “These rising stars are trailblazers, pushing boundaries, raising standards, and showing us what it truly means to lead with integrity and passion.”

Recipients were chosen through a rigorous selection process that evaluated candidates on sales performance, industry leadership, community involvement, innovation, and commitment to ongoing professional growth. The result is a powerhouse class of 20 remarkable REALTORS® who set a high standard for what it means to be a modern real estate professional.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025:

Guests also celebrated Rao Ali Shaan Khan, LIBOR President-Elect, who was honored with the Visionary Award in recognition of his unwavering mentorship and enduring support of young professionals in the real estate industry.

Since 2011, LIBOR YPN has honored young professionals making meaningful contributions to their businesses and the broader industry. The program provides a dynamic platform for growth, connection, and leadership development.

LIBOR YPN, a division of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), is committed to helping new real estate professionals thrive by providing resources, education, and opportunities to engage with their association, industry, and communities.

To learn more about this year’s recipients and view the full list, visit: lirealtor.com/2025ypnwinners.