Florida Realtors, the state’s largest professional trade association, has been honored with multiple prestigious awards, highlighting its commitment to both its employees and the wider community. The organization was recognized as a Top Workplace in Central Florida for the fifth consecutive year and celebrated for its members’ significant community service contributions.
Top Workplace Recognition
Florida Realtors has been named one of the Orlando Sentinel’s Top Workplaces in Central Florida for the fifth year running, securing the 14th position in the small employer category. This distinction is based on confidential employee surveys conducted by Energage LLC, focusing on workplace culture, collaboration, respect, and innovation. CEO Margy Grant expressed pride in the team, stating, "This recognition is a testament to the incredible people who make up our organization." The association, with over 230,000 members statewide, employs 150 staff members, with a significant portion based in its Central Florida office.
This marks the second workplace award for Florida Realtors in recent months, having also been recognized by Florida Trend magazine as one of the Top 100 Best Companies To Work For In Florida.
Realtors Honored for Community Impact
In addition to organizational accolades, several Florida Realtors members have been recognized by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) for their outstanding community service through the Volunteering Works grants and mentoring program. This program honors members for their dedication to volunteer endeavors and provides them with seed grants and expert mentorship to expand their impact.
Key Florida recipients include:
- Iris Beaugrand (Englewood): Recognized for establishing Fandango Sanctuary, a haven for over 100 rescued farm animals, which also provides therapeutic interactions for seniors, veterans, and individuals with special needs.
- Maria Flores Correa (Kissimmee): Honored for founding Fundación Horeb Believe, which offers financial literacy education in Spanish, empowering individuals with knowledge of personal finance, credit building, and homeownership.
- Julia D’Arts (Clermont): Acknowledged for her work with the nonprofit I Am A Safe Place, providing support, workshops, and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, with a goal to establish safe transitional housing.
These individuals, along with recipients from Pennsylvania and South Dakota, will receive $1,000 grants and a year of mentorship to further their charitable efforts. NAR President Kevin Sears commended the recipients, stating, "These recipients embody the spirit of service that defines our profession."
Key Takeaways
- Florida Realtors® Named a 2025 Top Workplace in Central Florida, PR Newswire.
- Realtors From Florida Honored for Giving Back, | Florida Realtors.