Celebrating Leaders Who Create Lasting Impact
Meet the 2025 FUTUREist Award Winners
We are thrilled to recognize the real estate professionals who created a brighter future for their communities in 2025. From transforming lives to demonstrating extraordinary leadership, last year's FUTUREists were the people and businesses that reshaped real estate for the better. In celebration of their impact, AppFolio donated $75,000 to nonprofits chosen by the finalists.
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FUTUREist in Community
This category recognizes real estate professionals who make a meaningful impact on their communities and foster a sense of belonging for all. The following finalists embody this spirit, creating places where everyone feels at home.
Winner
Fairlawn
Established: 2025 | Champaign, IL
Fairlawn believes strong communities thrive through creativity and expression, evident in their extensive commitment to public art across their portfolio, particularly in Champaign-Urbana.
Runner Up
DLPC | DLP Capital
Established: 2006 | St. Augustine, FL
Dream Live Prosper Communities (DLPC) | DLP Capital aims to do more than create a good resident experience: they are committed to building thriving communities that can transform lives.
Runner Up
Rent Right
Established: 2013 | Prescott, AZ
Rent Right, through its charitable arm DoRight, actively participates in philanthropic endeavors within the community.
FUTUREist in Housing
This category recognizes real estate professionals who are dedicated to the long-term goal of creating equitable housing opportunities for all residents. The following finalists exemplify this commitment, working to ensure access, fairness, and opportunity in housing for every community they serve.
Winner
Atlas Real Estate
Established: 2008 | Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, Texas, Utah
Giving back is core to the Atlas identity. In 2025, their team led 1,500+ volunteer hours and expanded the Atlas Real Estate Uplift Program, helping 200+ residents move toward homeownership.
Runner Up
GSF Properties, Inc.
Established: 2011 | Fresno, CA
GSF Properties believes in committing to and bettering their community, and their work in affordable housing provides ample opportunities for that. Their 2,500 affordable units make up about 22% of their portfolio.
Runner Up
The Stonekey Group
Established: 2006 | Atlanta, GA
The Conasauga Accountability Courts, in partnership with Whitfield County, The Stonekey Group, and the DWCDC, have launched a transitional housing program to help participants overcome housing instability.
FUTUREist in Leadership
This category recognizes leaders whose actions create a lasting legacy of positive change, both in their company and the community. The following finalists exemplify this commitment, working to empower teams and support the well-being and growth of their communities.
Winner
Enclave Companies
Established: 2012 | North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota
Enclave supports leadership development through a robust cultural framework, including their flagship six-month Ignite Leadership Development Program and the annual Elevate Leadership Summit.
Runner Up
Evernest
Established: 2008 | Birmingham, AL
Evernest prioritizes leadership development, dedicating 45 minutes each week for their entire team, regardless of position.
Runner Up
Prosper Communities
Established: 2019 | Cincinnati, OH
Prosper's leadership philosophy is straightforward: work hard, play hard, and continually strive for growth.
Committee Members
A special thank you to our 2025 FUTUREist Awards Committee who generously lent their time, insights, and expertise to help select last year's honorees. Your continued leadership and commitment to advancing the real estate industry made last year's recognition possible. We are grateful for your contributions and for carrying forward the spirit of FUTUREist excellence.
Building the Future, Making an Impact
In the spirit of building brighter futures for everyone, our FUTUREist Award Winners and Finalists selected a nonprofit of their choice to receive a gift donation from AppFolio. See where their award made a meaningful impact.