MEDIA RELEASE__The West Central Association of REALTORS announced its annual award recipients during its recent Inauguration and Awards Banquet.

The Rookie of the Year Award was awarded to Zac Kohli with Superior Plus Realtors, honoring exceptional achievement and promise demonstrated early in their real estate career.

The REALTOR® of the Year Award was presented to Lauren Girardot with At Home Realty, recognizing outstanding professionalism, leadership, and dedication to the real estate industry and the community.

The Affiliate of the Year Award was presented to Anita Lindeman with Superior Title LLC in recognition of continued support and service to the Association and its REALTOR® members.

In addition to the award presentations, West Central Association of REALTORS installed its 2026 President, Heather Gaus, who will lead the Association in the coming year.

The West Central Association of REALTORS serves REALTORS® throughout Van Wert, Allen, and Hardin County, promoting professionalism, advocacy, and education within the real estate industry.