Illinois REALTORS® President Matt Difanis was recognized with a Member of the Year Award from the Asian Real Estate Association of America Chicago Chapter on Thursday.

Difanis is co-owner of RE/MAX Realty Associates with offices in Champaign, Mahomet and Monticello. He was honored for his work to increase diversity within the state association, and his commitment to building bridges with REALTOR® constituencies.

The award was presented at AREAA’s Skyball inaugural event in Chicago.

The event honored 2018 AREAA Chicago Chapter President Maurel Samonte, a REALTOR® with EXP Realty in Chicago.

Also attending was AREAA National Executive Director Hope Atuel and 2018 AREAA National President Randy Char.

Illinois REALTORS® President-elect Dan Wagner attended the event.