Affiliate Awards |
The NAA Affiliate Awards celebrate the exemplary accomplishments of over 140 state and local associations across the country that are part of the National Apartment Association network. Please note these award categories are not for industry members (communities, property management companies, etc.) or suppliers.
Category Information
NAA’s Affiliate of the Year Award recognizes three local or state apartment associations based on size {State/Metro 32 (Over 100k units), Mid-Size (25,001-99,999 units), Small (25,000 units and under)} that exemplify excellence through education, advocacy efforts, community service, and member engagement. Affiliate must be a current NAA member and in good standing for a minimum of two years.
Application Field Requirements
- Description of Education Effort
- Description of Advocacy Effort
- Description of Community Service Initiative
- Description of Member Engagement Initiative
What the Judges are Looking For
- Demonstrated Program/Initiative Success
- Demonstrated Program/Initiative Innovativeness
Application Fees
There is no fee for the Affiliate Award categories.
Preview the Affiliate of the Year Award application questions.
The Chris Christenson Association Executive of the Year Award recognizes those that have served in the capacity of Association Executive at a local or state association affiliated with NAA for the entire 2023 calendar year. Nominees must be nominated by an NAA Affiliate President. In addition to basic contact information, the nomination must be accompanied by a letter of recommendation (2-page maximum) that includes a summary of nominee's accomplishments in the areas of finance and administration and human resources management; and a description of the nominee's performance with regard to association goals and objectives.
Application Field Requirements
- Letter of Recommendation
- Documentation of Membership/Leadership Roles and 2023 Professional Achievements
What the Judges are Looking For
- President's Nomination
- Membership and Leadership with Other Organizations
- Professional Educational Achievements
Application Fees
There is no fee for the Affiliate Award categories.
Preview the Chris Christenson Association Executive of the Year Award application questions.
There is no charge for the Affiliate Award categories. Please note, three finalists will be chosen in each category, and the winner will be announced during the 2024 NAA Excellence Awards ceremony.
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