Zach Dodson
2025 Salesperson of the Year
Stephens Real Estate

Nomination Letter:

Zach came to the industry from the field of Education and this is evident in his interactions with clients. He is calm and patient with them as they ask questions and work their way through the process of buying or selling. It is this deliberate approach that is basis for his propensity for error free transactions which is the second criteria. He is a member of both the Sunflower and Heartland MLS's, in addition to the LMLS, and does a fantastic job of keeping everything straight with differing paperwork and regulations. Zach takes pride in his work and it shows.

Professional conduct has always been a strength of Zach's, including during Sales Negotiations. With the volume that he produces, there will inevitably be a tough situation from time to time, which is referenced in the fourth criterion, "ability to cope with problems associated with sales transactions". His calm demeanor tends to help de-escalate situations and allow the parties to work through them effectively.

It isn't all Real Estate all the time with Zach. He and his wife, Miranda, are busy parents of 4 children. In addition to Sales and family, Zach also gives back to·our profession and our community including terms on the Board of Directors, 1 Million Cups Organizing Committee, his Church, and he still finds time to coach youth sports.

I hope you all agree that Zach Dodson is deserving of the 2025 Salesperson of the Year Award.

Chris Earl - Stephens Real Estate

John Esau
2025 Distinguished Service Award Recipient
KW Integrity

Nomination Letter:

For over 32 years, John has been a distinguished Realtor.

His transactions are clean, well-thought-out, and handled with the utmost professionalism.

He is respected and held in high regard by both his Realtor colleagues within the brokerage and those within the LBOR.

He works hard for his clients to ensure they are represented both fairly and honestly while working diligently to bring both sides of the transaction together.

For years, he has been a trusted resource for many agents throughout his career.

John has been active in both the real estate community and the Lawrence community. For the LBOR, he has served on numerous committees, including Governmental Affairs, and has held the positions of Treasurer, President, ana Past President. While leading or participating in those endeavors, he has always done so with grace, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Within the Lawrence community, John has served as Chairman of numerous Committees, including a Capital campaign for Plymouth Congregational Church, and has led countless fundraising initiatives for many civic, fraternal, and church-related groups. He has led various capital campaigns and served at the national level for his long-term fraternity, Delta Upsilon. He is a long­standing member of the Breakfast Jayhawl< Rotary Club, where he is a Past President, and where he has led many civic initiatives within the club.

Carl Cline - KW Integrity

Tom Harper
2025 Mary Jones Good Neighbor Award Recipient
Stephens Real Estate

Nomination Letter:

Dear Selection Committee,
It is with great pleasure that I nominate Tom Harper for the 2025 Good Neighbor of the Year Award.

Tom has long been a community asset, but since joining Stephens Real Estate in 2001, he has uniquely intertwined his professional life and his desire to serve his community. He continues to make an extraordinary impact on our community in the typical ways. He shares his time, talents, and treasure with numerous causes and organizations, including The Ballard Center, Theatre Lawrence, Kansas Land Trust, Watkins Museum of History, and Friends of the Kaw, among others.

However, this involvement only begins to tell the story of his impact. Tom has a unique passion for this community, its neighborhoods, and the structures that hold its history. Tom is a founding member of Lawrence Modern, involved with Lawrence Preservation Alliance, instilling awareness, and writing nominations for properties. Has been a key supporter and participant in the creation and promotion of the
'Embattled Lawrence' book series.

Tom has developed a strong social media following of neighbors who are drawn to his ability to tell and share stories that engage and strengthen communities and neighborhoods. He has expanded his presence as a contributing writer for the Lawrence Times. It is uniquely special that he uses these platforms not for self-promotion, but to share the stories & success of others.

A true cheerleader of our community and the neighbors within by connecting people through architecture, business, city happenings, events, & concerns. He is frequently stopped around town by people whom he has never met, members of our community who, without Tom, would not feel as connected to the place they call home.

Thank you for your consideration of Tom Harper as the 2025 Good Neighbor of the Year recipient.

Oliver Minnis - Stephens Real Estate

Regan Flood
2025 Newcomer of the Year
Stephens Real Estate

Nomination Letter 1:

Dear Selection Committee,
I am thrilled to nominate Regan Flood for the 2025 Newcomer of the Year Award.

Regan has not only been a fantastic addition to Stephens Real Estate, but to the entire Lawrence real estate community. While Regan has yet to complete her first year, she has already had a positive impact on our industry. Regan has a positive attitude and outlook that is infectious to everyone she interacts with. She immediately sought opportunities to connect with and grow relationships with those in the office and the membership. Attending and supporting events. She is involved with the Lawrence Realtors Community Foundation/Charity Classic Committee and will serve as a Trustee for 2026-2027. I also anticipate her serving as a director before we know it. Regan is always eager to help wherever needed around the office. She also shares her talents within the community, including volunteering at Corpus Christi, the Seeds of Hope, and is a member of the First 5 Years Board at First Presbyterian. All while raising two young children.

Regan has the ability to connect with people and make both novice and seasoned buyers & sellers feel at ease as she assists them through complex transactions. She is eager to learn and grow within the profession. She has closed more than $4 million in production through her first 11 months and has two more closings scheduled before the end of the year.

Regan is the type of Realtor who improves the reputation of all of us, and I am excited to see what great things she will accomplish and the ambassador to our profession she will be. I can't think of a more deserving candidate.

Thank you for your consideration of Regan Flood as the 2025 Newcomer of the Year recipient.

Oliver Minnis - Stephens Real Estate

Nomination Letter 2:

Regan has had a fantastic first year! She is focused on building her business and meetingclients' needs. She has excelled for sure! In her second year, she will be off and running, serving as a Trustee on the Lawrence REALTORS® Community Foundation, and I know she started serving on the Charity Classic Golf Fundraiser as well.

Her willingness to ask questions, learn, and implement those resources will allow her to thrive. I think Regan is a tremendous candidate for Rising Star and ultimately worthy of Newcomer of the Year, given her first-year production.

David Dunn - Stephens Real Estate

Rising Stars: Each of these agents was nominated by their Broker and achieved a minimum of $2 million in sales production, or 12 transactions in their first full year as a real estate professional.

• • Regan Flood - Stephens Real Estate
  • Moises Segoviano - KW Integrity