Professional of the Year Awards
Each year the Austin Apartment Association recognizes outstanding individuals who achieved excellence and who are a leader in their field.
2025 Nomination Timeline
August 1 - 30 - Professional of the Year Nominations Open *
September 1 -30 - Professional of the Year Applications Due
October 25 - Professional of the Year Finalists Announced
December 5 - ALL Community and Professional Awards Winners Announced at the APEX Awards
*Please note the nomination form filled out is different from the actual application. Once nomination period ends, there will be an email sent out to all eligible nominees to fill out the award application for their category.
Nomination Guidelines
- Any AAA member (owner/management/onsite personnel/products & services/suppliers) can nominate another AAA member. Self-nominations are also accepted.
- Leasing Category only-$75 fee for the blind shop must be paid by due date. (AAA will send an invoice to your property)
- Each category has a qualification that must be accurate a the time of the nomination.
2025 Award Categories
Assistant Manager of the Year Award
An assistant property manager with at least one year of experience within the multifamily housing industry.
Independent Rental Owner of the Year Award
Company/Property (IRO) should not be a third-party management company.
Leasing Professional of the Year Award
A leasing professional with at least one year of experience within the multifamily housing industry
Maintenance Manager/Supervisor of the Year Award
A maintenance supervisor or manager with at least six months of experience in a supervisory role within the multifamily housing industry.
Maintenance Technician of the Year Award
A maintenance professional with at least six months of experience within the multifamily housing industry.
Property Manager of the Year Award
A property manager with at least one year of experience as a property manager.
Regional Maintenance Supervisor Award
A Maintenance/Service manager who oversees maintenance at multiple properties totaling 100 units or more and has at least two years of experience within their current role.
Regional Portfolio Supervisor of the Year Award
A property supervisor or regional manager who oversees at least three properties, supervises 100 units or more, and has at least two years of experience within their current role.
Supplier of the Year (Products & Services) Award
A supplier/vendor, servicing the multifamily housing industry, with at least one year of experience in their current role.
Trailblazer of the Year Award
Any AAA member with at least one year of experience within the multifamily housing industry, but less than five years of experience. Must show excellence and progression in the field of this current year.