Robert H. McKennon, CRE^®, MAI, owner and president, Appraisal Associates, Inc., Wilmington, Del., has been awarded the 2018 CRE Committee Service Award by The Counselors of Real Estate^® (CRE^®) professional association. The honor recognizes Mr. McKennon’s dedication to committee service and leadership; it was presented at the organization’s recent annual convention in Charleston, S.C.

During his 24 years of membership, Mr. McKennon has volunteered his time, leadership, and business acumen in both national and local chapter roles. Locally, he has served as Chapter chair, membership officer, and secretary-treasurer. At the national level, much of his service has been devoted to committees and initiatives which strengthen the foundation of The Counselors of Real Estate, particularly providing guidance on the organization’s Invitation process (through which membership is awarded), bylaws, professional ethics, and international activities.