East Tennessee REALTORS installs new board members and honors outstanding Realtors

East Tennessee REALTORS® (ETNR) held its annual installation and awards meeting in January for association members and staff to celebrate the achievements of the past year and recognize deserving leaders in the local real estate community. 

The event featured the installation of the 2025 Board of Directors and the presentation of prestigious awards to local Realtors. 

2025 Board Members:

• President: Tina Collins-Hefner
• President-Elect: Angel Scott 
• First Vice President: Daniel Park 
• Treasurer: Katie Ridgway 
• Immediate Past President: Justin Bailey
• Director: Jessica Catapano
• Director: Jeff Grebe 
• Director: Annette Sydes
• Director: Andrew McGranaghan
• Director: Tiffany Dorn
• Director: Scott Wilson
• Director: Betsy Coleman
• Director: Cyndi Sweet

“We are inspired by the dedication and commitment shown by our new board members,” said Lyle Irish, chief executive officer of East Tennessee REALTORS. “Their leadership and vision will help guide our association toward continued success and service to our community.”

Each year, local Realtors vote and submit nominations for the award categories, ensuring that the recipients are recognized for their contributions to the real estate profession.

Award recipients: 

• REALTOR® of the Year Award: Marian Epps
• Managing Broker of the Year Award: Chris Morton
• Lifetime Achievement Award – BJ Swinehart
• Rising Star Award: Kaley Katz
• Affiliate of the Year Award: Samar Reed

“I’m very proud of this year’s awardees,” said Tina Collins-Hefner, 2025 president of East Tennessee REALTORS. “These outstanding professionals showcase the highest standards of service, leadership and integrity within our industry. Their successes make a positive impact on our community, and we know they will continue to do so in our region.”

About East Tennessee REALTORS®

Founded in 1912 and evolving from the Knoxville Area Association of REALTORS®, East Tennessee REALTORS® has been serving the real estate interest of its members and the public for more than 100 years. The association comprises 12 counties in the region: Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Cumberland, Fentress, Knox, Loudon, Monroe, Morgan, Roane, Scott and Union. The purpose of East Tennessee REALTORS® is to unite and serve its members and to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business ethically, professionally and successfully and to promote the preservation of the right to own, transfer and use real property. For more information, visit etnrealtors.com.