Ashley Rummage Receives 2024 NAR EverGreen Award
The EverGreen Award recognizes outstanding Green designees who actively engage professionals and consumers with green services. Each year, an independent panel selects recipients based on their dedication to a green lifestyle and work-style, industry skills, community involvement, and innovative implementation of green practices. Awardees receive the following:
Ashley Rummage and Amy Taylor have been pivotal in promoting sustainability within the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS®. Their journey began with their service on the Professional Development Committee in 2023, where they organized a groundbreaking Sustainability Summit for members. This event featured a seminar on listing, marketing, and valuing solar PV homes, a vendor fair showcasing eco-friendly products, and a panel discussion with industry experts on high-performance homes and green building practices.
Their success with the summit led to the formation of the Sustainability Exploration Task Force, where they advocated for establishing a Sustainability Committee. As Chairs, Ashley and Amy guided the task force in defining its purpose, structure, membership, and funding. They facilitated discussions on various sustainability topics, including the NAR Sustainability Toolkit, appraiser training, local business partnerships, and grants supporting sustainability efforts.
The task force brought in experts like Craig Foley, LEED Green Associate and Chief Sustainability Officer for LAER Realty Partners, and Matt Fowler, Executive Director of Triangle MLS. Their insights helped shape the strategic direction of the committee, emphasizing tangible value and outcomes for members.
Under Ashley and Amy's leadership, the task force developed a comprehensive plan for sustainability education and events. This includes the Green Designation Class, appraisal certification/training, a Net Zero/Energy Efficient Homeowners Panel, a Sustainability Summit, TMLS training, and the High Performance Home Tour. They successfully finalized the committee structure, education and events plan, member benefits, and a mission statement that encapsulates their commitment to sustainability.
In June, the task force's findings were presented at the Board Meeting, where the establishment of a Sustainability Committee in 2025 was unanimously approved. This new committee will continue to build on Ashley and Amy's vision, benefiting over 10,000 members, their clients, and the broader community.
Recognition and Impact:
Ashley Rummage and Amy Taylor's outstanding contributions to sustainability have laid a strong foundation for future initiatives within the Raleigh Regional Association of REALTORS®. Their leadership and dedication exemplify the values celebrated by the EverGreen Award, making them truly deserving recipients.
Congratulations to Ashley Rummage and Amy Taylor on their well-deserved recognition. We look forward to their continued impact in promoting sustainability and green practices in the real estate industry.