Lincoln, NE — April 21, 2026 — NP Dodge Real Estate is proud to announce that Molly Parde, April Buffum, Valerie Hervert and Becky Stewart have been recognized with the 2025 Mark of Excellence from the Nebraska REALTORS® Association. The prestigious recognition honors REALTOR® members who demonstrate a strong commitment to professionalism, client service, community involvement and active participation at the local, state and national levels of the real estate industry.
The Mark of Excellence Award recognizes Nebraska REALTORS® who go above and beyond in their dedication to the real estate profession and the communities they serve. The recognition reflects the recipients’ ongoing commitment to upholding the standards of the REALTOR® organization while making a positive impact through their work and involvement.
In addition to the Mark of Excellence Award, April Buffum was also recognized with the REALTOR® Pro Award from the Nebraska REALTORS® Association.
The Nebraska REALTOR® Pro certification is awarded annually to REALTOR® members who demonstrate active engagement in their REALTOR® association and community. The designation recognizes members who take an active role in advancing the profession and exemplify a commitment to professionalism and involvement.
“We are incredibly proud of Molly, April, Valerie and Becky for earning this meaningful recognition,” said Jill Anderson, President of NP Dodge Real Estate. “Their dedication to their clients, their profession and their communities is an excellent reflection of the values we strive to uphold at NP Dodge.”
The recognition of Parde, Buffum, Hervert and Stewart adds to NP Dodge Real Estate’s longstanding tradition of professional excellence and community involvement. As REALTORS®, the four recipients remain committed to helping clients navigate the real estate process while contributing their time, expertise and leadership to the communities they serve.
NP Dodge Real Estate congratulates Molly Parde, April Buffum, Valerie Hervert and Becky Stewart on earning the 2025 Mark of Excellence and celebrates April Buffum for her additional REALTOR® Pro Award recognition.
ABOUT NP DODGE
NP Dodge is the longest running, family-owned real estate company in the United States. Founded in 1855, the company currently maintains eight sales offices in Nebraska and Iowa and has over 400 sales associates. NP Dodge Real Estate is an exclusive affiliate of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® and Luxury Portfolio International® and a member of The Realty Alliance.
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