The 2025 RED Residential Awards, hosted by industry icon Bob Knakal, marked its 13th consecutive sold-out gala on October 20, 2025, at Club 101, 101 Park Avenue, New York City. Over 300 real estate leaders from across the nation gathered for an unforgettable evening recognizing excellence, creativity, and leadership in the residential real estate sector.
Key Highlights from the 2025 RED Residential Awards
13 Years of Excellence – The RED Residential Awards celebrated its 13th sold-out year, solidifying its reputation as one of the most prestigious nights in U.S. real estate.
Hosted by Bob Knakal – The event was led by Bob Knakal, one of the industry’s most respected figures, adding prestige and insight to the evening’s celebrations.
300+ Distinguished Guests – Top developers, brokers, architects, contractors, and investors came together to honor innovation and achievement across the residential landscape.
Recognition of Industry Leaders – Honorees included standout professionals such as Amanda Lynn (International Agent of the Year), Sam Charney (Developer of the Year), and Matthew Baron (Visionary Real Estate Developer of the Year).
RED Connect Legacy – Founded by Selman Yalcin, RED Connect has produced over 100 major events since 2016, engaging more than 40,000 real estate professionals globally.
National Expansion in 2026 – Following the New York gala, RED Awards will expand to Florida, Illinois, Texas, and California, with an international RED Global Awards debut in Bucharest, presented in partnership with Forbes Romania.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What are the RED Residential Awards?
The RED Residential Awards honor outstanding achievements in the U.S. residential real estate sector, recognizing excellence in brokerage, development, design, and innovation.
Q2: Who hosted the 2025 gala?
The event was hosted by Bob Knakal, renowned for his leadership and influence in commercial and residential real estate.
Q3: Where was the event held?
The 2025 RED Residential Awards took place at Club 101, located at 101 Park Avenue, New York City.
Q4: How many years has the event been running?
This was the 13th annual RED Residential Awards, marking 13 consecutive years of sold-out galas celebrating industry excellence.
Q5: Who organizes the RED Awards?
The awards are organized by Selman Yalcin, founder of RED Awards and RED Connect, a premier network platform for real estate professionals.
Q6: What’s next for RED Awards?
In 2026, the RED Awards will expand nationally to Florida, Illinois, Texas, and California, and internationally through the RED Global Awards in Bucharest with Forbes Romania.
