Individual & Professional Excellence

Rising Star of the Year

For emerging talent with under three years in the industry.

Eligibility

Open to individuals with fewer than three years in the real estate industry.

What you will be asked

01
Your start in real estate
Confirm when you started in the industry and your current role. Describe what you have achieved in that time, with the figures that matter for your role, such as sales, listings, managements or growth. Maximum 500 words.
Max 500 words
Required
02
Standout achievement
Describe the single result or piece of work you are proudest of during the eligibility period (October 1st 2025 – October 1st 2026 (inclusive)). Explain what you did, the challenge involved and the measurable outcome. Maximum 500 words.
Max 500 words
Required
03
Learning and development
Outline how you have developed: qualifications, training, mentors and the feedback you have acted on. Explain how this shows in your results. Maximum 500 words.
Max 500 words
Required
04
Contribution and ambition
Describe your contribution to your team, clients or community, and where you are taking your career. Include specific examples. 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.

Measurable results and supporting evidence.

30%

Leadership demonstrated and impact created.

20%

Originality of approach and innovation.

20%

Contribution to industry or community.

20%

Presentation, structure and clarity.

10%

Your submission

01
Nominate
Every entry starts with a nomination for this category, and you can nominate yourself.
02
Answer the questions
Your submission workspace opens with the category questions, word limits and autosave.
03
Upload evidence
Attach supporting documents, data and third party proof of your claims.
04
Review and submit
Track status, completion and outcomes any time from My submissions.