Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Honors Award Winners at 2021 Annual Leadership Install and Awards Celebration

(Minneapolis, MN, January 29, 2021) – Minneapolis Area REALTORS® (MAR) has recognized Jerry Moscowitz, as its 2021 REALTOR® of the Year. The award was among several that were presented at MAR’s annual Leadership Install and Awards Celebration on January 21.

“It’s a tremendous honor to receive this prestigious award,” said Moscowitz. “I have dedicated my life to helping my clients find the home and community that is right for them. I am extremely proud of this recognition and it’s an honor to be surrounded by an incredibly supportive network.”

MAR’s REALTOR® of the Year award is presented to someone who has displayed sincere commitment and devotion to the association, real estate industry and community. Moscowitz has served as the chair of MAR’s Government Affairs Committee and on MAR’s Board of Directors. He also serves on the Minnesota Association of Realtors® Board of Directors and Communications Committee, and as Minnesota CRS Past President. He has been with RE/MAX Results for more than 17 years, earning their Executive and Hall of Fame awards. In addition, he hosts the Moscowitz Annual Toys for Tots Drive, collecting more than 1,000 toys in 2020.

Awards were also presented for the Rising Star, Affiliate of the Year and Good Neighbor recipients.

Dan Nelson, a REALTOR® with Edina Realty’s Sohus Real Estate Group, was presented with the Rising Star award, which recognizes up-and-coming leaders who are successful in their real estate career and have demonstrated enthusiasm, innovation and commitment to raising the bar in real estate.

Jill Morrison, Director of Branch Marketing & Business Development at CrossCountry Mortgage, was presented with the Affiliate of the Year award for showing dedication and involvement in both the organization as well as with the local community and clients.

The Good Neighbor Award recognizes REALTORS® for their commitment to serve as leaders in our local communities. Lindsay Bacigalupo, CEO/Owner and REALTOR® at Engel & Völkers Minneapolis, was recognized for her work with Special Olympics of Minnesota and Andrea Kraft, a REALTOR® with Exit Realty Metro, was recognized for her support of Simpson Housing Services.

MAR’s 2021 Officers and Board of Directors were also installed at the event. The association’s 2021 officers are Todd Walker, President; Denise Mazone, President-Elect, Nene Matey-Keke, Treasurer; and Lyndon Smith, Secretary.