The Long Island Board of Realtors (LIBOR) honored Ruth Pfeffer as the 2024 REALTOR® Broker of the Year and Rao Ali Shaan Khan as 2024 REALTOR® Salesperson of the Year.
Pfeffer’s award celebrates her contributions toward enhancing the professional image of realtors and her commitment to LIBOR’s members and mission. Khan’s award commends his exceptional dedication to advancing the real estate industry, embodying what it means to be a REALTOR® through service to his profession, peers and the REALTOR® Association.
Pfeffer transitioned from her senior role at a Fortune 100 company to become a licensed real estate salesperson on Long Island in 2004. As the office manager at Charles Rutenberg Realty, Inc., she has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth over the past 17 years, expanding it into one of New York’s largest independent real estate firms with over 700 agents.
Outside of the office, Pfeffer serves on various committees for LIBOR, The New York State Association of REALTORS® (NYSAR), and The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). In 2023, she assumed the role of class dean for the inaugural LIBOR Leadership Academy 2023, where she provided training to the future leaders of the real estate industry.
Since joining Charles Rutenberg Realty, Inc. in 2016, Khan has consistently delivered the highest level of service to his customers. His passionate dedication, professional expertise, and empathetic approach have set him apart, earning him recognition as a Top Performer, including achieving Top Performer Gold. status in 2022.
Khan has earned several of the Real Estate industry’s highest professional designations and certifications, including Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA), At Home with Diversity (AHWD), Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE), Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR), Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), Commercial/Investment Real Estate Certification (CIRE), e-PRO and NAR’s Commitment to Excellent (C2X).
Beyond these achievements, Khan serves on various committees for LIBOR, NYSAR and NAR. He is also a Licensed Real Estate Instructor, educating aspiring professionals by sharing expertise, industry insights and practical training while encouraging the highest ethical and professional standards.
“I am truly honored to receive this prestigious award,” Pfeffer said. “There is nothing that means more to me than to be recognized by LIBOR before my colleagues and fellow brokers.”
“I wish to congratulate Ruth on her accolade,” said Charles Rutenberg Realty Broker/Owner Joe Moshé. “Her work ethic and dedication have helped to grow our company into one of the premier real estate firms in suburban New York City and the boroughs. It is a pleasure to have her with us and to see her hard work recognized by such a prominent Real Estate organization.”
“I am truly honored to be recognized by LIBOR,” Khan said. “This award only reinforces my commitment to delivering exceptional service and contributing to the growth and integrity of the Real Estate industry.”
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Khan on this well-deserved accolade,” Pfeffer added. “His dedication and contributions have not only elevated our profession but also set a standard for excellence within Charles Rutenberg Realty, Inc.”