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LIBOR Announces 2026 YPN 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Award Recipients

Jun 1, 2026

Long Island Board of REALTORS® (LIBOR) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Young Professionals Network (YPN) 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards. These outstanding professionals will be honored at the YPN 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards Gala on July 15, 2026, at Oheka Castle in Huntington, NY. This premier event shines a spotlight on the emerging leaders who are shaping the future of real estate across Long Island.

The 20 Rising Stars Award recognizes exceptional early-career REALTORS® who exemplify leadership, professionalism, innovation, and a strong commitment to their clients and the communities they serve. Selected through a rigorous evaluation process, the Class of 2026 reflects the talent, dedication, and forward-thinking mindset that continue to elevate the real estate profession.

LIBOR proudly celebrates the accomplishments of these young entrepreneurs, representing the best and brightest in the real estate industry. Congratulations to the Class of 2026:

2026 YPN 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate

Mario Arias, OverSouth Real Estate

Deven Bell, Real Broker NY LLC

Domenic Brocco, Real Broker NY LLC

Deborah Brown, Ed Ryan Real Estate Group

Skylar Caruso, Caruso & Boughton Realty Inc.

Kyle Cheng, REAL Broker NY LLC

Danielle Efres, Keller Williams Realty

Catherine Flood, Compass

Jennifer Huancayo, OverSouth Real Estate

Talha Lakhani, Property Professionals Realty

Cristina Marinelli, Signature Premier Properties

Amanda Mas Spears, Howard Hanna Coach REALTORS

Carleigh Minton, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Beatriz Rios, Winzone Realty

Yessica Rodriguez Vasquez, Signature Premier Properties

Michael Rose, OverSouth Real Estate

Maria Sakellis, Compass

JoAnn Spatola, Realty Connect USA

Jessica Vella, Signature Premier Properties

Danielle Zangre, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

This year, the celebration moves to the iconic Oheka Castle, one of Long Island’s most distinguished Gold Coast estates. Known for its historic grandeur, formal gardens, and timeless elegance, the venue provides a spectacular setting as industry leaders, past honorees, colleagues, and friends gather to celebrate the accomplishments of the 2026 Rising Stars and the bright future of real estate.

Since 2011, LIBOR YPN has recognized young members making significant contributions to their businesses and the real estate industry. The award program not only celebrates their achievements but also provides a platform that inspires and supports their continued professional growth.

LIBOR YPN, a division of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), helps new real estate professionals thrive in their careers by offering the resources and motivation needed to actively engage with their REALTOR® association, industry, and their communities.

Learn more about LIBOR’s YPN 20 Rising Stars in Real Estate Awards Gala on July 15, 2026, here. Meet the Class of 2026 here.

Thank you to our YPN Gala sponsors, 2026 YPN Visionary Sponsor, Mid-Island Mortgage Corp., and LIBOR’s 2026 Platinum Sponsor, OneKey® MLS.