Above, Bess Freedman
Brown Harris Stevens announced that CEO Bess Freedman will receive the Henry Forster Memorial Award for Lifetime Achievement at the Real Estate Board of New York’s (REBNY) 37th Residential Deal of the Year Benefit & Celebration.
The Henry Forster Memorial Award honors REBNY members who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, integrity and contributions to the profession, building on Freedman’s previous accolades including REBNY’s 2021 Kenneth R. Gerrety Humanitarian Award. Freedman is being recognized for her exceptional record of achievement and conduct within the real estate industry and the broader community.
“As Chief Executive Officer, Bess leads more than 2,500 agents across 39 offices, overseeing one of the nation’s most prominent privately held real estate firms,” REBNY’s announcement affirms. “Since becoming CEO in 2018, she has driven the firm’s growth while championing industry-leading workplace policies and social impact initiatives. Her influence across both the business and broader community exemplifies the spirit of this prestigious lifetime honor.”
Under Freedman’s leadership, Brown Harris Stevens has solidified its position as a dominant force in real estate, expanding its footprint while prioritizing agent culture, philanthropy and client service. Her visionary approach has driven record achievements, including multiple REBNY Deal of the Year wins for BHS agents in recent years, the organization stated.
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