Vermont Business Magazine Lisa Kelley, a Realtor with Cummings and Company in Windham, has been named the 2022 Realtor of the Year (ROTY) by the Vermont Association of Realtors (VAR). VAR’s Realtor of the Year recognition is the association’s highest honor and recognizes a Realtor member for outstanding commitment to the Realtor industry, and to their clients and community.
“Lisa exemplifies the spirit and values that make our Realtor brand strong,” said VAR Chief Executive Officer Kathy Sweeten. “Her dedication to excellence has profoundly impacted her community and demonstrates the commitment that Realtors have to the highest level of service in their profession and in their communities.”
Kelley currently serves as President of the Crown Point Board of Realtors (CPBR), a role she has held for the past 3 years. She holds a C2EX certification, which endorses members for their commitment to excellence in all areas of their real estate career. She also holds designations as an Accredited Buyers Representative and an e-Pro, which recognizes Realtors for proficient use of real estate technology.
Kelley has served on the Board of Directors for the Vermont Association of Realtors. She has also served as treasurer, secretary, and state director for CPBR. As president, Kelley increased local board engagement through innovative programs and communications.
Kelley has also had a tremendous impact on her community. She was instrumental in coordinating the Belmont summer music series, which offers free music on the green. She also started a summer calendar for residents in Mount Holly, which includes information about area services and a list of summer programs. Kelley also coordinates the vendor program for Cider Days, the largest annual fundraiser in Belmont, VT. As CPBR president, she participates in the board’s community outreach programs, from support for local food shelves to blood drives, fundraising events, and more.
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