Education & Industry Development

Mentor of the Year

Recognising outstanding individual mentorship that develops people across the real estate industry.
Eligibility

Open to individuals who mentor others in the real estate industry.

What you will be asked

  1. 01

    Mentoring relationships

    Describe who you mentor, how many people, how you work with them and for how long. Maximum 500 words.

    Max 500 words
    Required
  2. 02

    Mentee outcomes

    Give specific examples of mentees' progress during the eligibility period (October 1st 2025 – October 1st 2026 (inclusive)), such as results, promotions, qualifications or businesses built. Include statements from mentees in your evidence. Maximum 500 words.

    Max 500 words
    Required
  3. 03

    Approach

    Explain your mentoring approach and why it works. Describe how you adapt to different people and stages of career. Maximum 500 words.

    Max 500 words
    Required
  4. 04

    Wider contribution

    Outline how your mentoring contributes beyond your own business, such as formal programs, industry bodies or support for people entering the industry. Maximum 500 words.

    Max 500 words
    Required

Eligibility period: October 1st 2025 – October 1st 2026 (inclusive). Submissions are open 1 October to 9 November 2026.

Supporting documents are optional but recommended: up to 4, 100 MB each.

How this category is judged

01

Demonstrated Results and Evidence

Measurable results and supporting evidence.

30%
02

Leadership and Measurable Impact

Leadership demonstrated and impact created.

20%
03

Innovation and Originality

Originality of approach and innovation.

20%
04

Industry or Community Contribution

Contribution to industry or community.

20%
05

Quality and Clarity of Submission

Presentation, structure and clarity.

10%
Your submission
  1. 01

    Nominate

    Every entry starts with a nomination for this category, and you can nominate yourself.

  2. 02

    Answer the questions

    Your submission workspace opens with the category questions, word limits and autosave.

  3. 03

    Upload evidence

    Attach supporting documents, data and third party proof of your claims.

  4. 04

    Review and submit

    Track status, completion and outcomes any time from My submissions.