Amy Galvin: Recognized as Woman of the Year – Multifamily at Illinois Real Estate Awards

Amy Galvin Recognized as Woman of the Year

In a significant accolade for the real estate industry, Amy Galvin, the Co-founder and CEO of Luxury Living, has been honored as the Woman of the Year – Multifamily at the REjournals' Illinois Real Estate Awards. This prestigious recognition reflects not only Galvin's exceptional leadership but also her impactful contributions within the multifamily sector in Chicago.

Her appointment comes after a remarkable year for Luxury Living in 2024, during which Galvin showcased her strategic vision and leadership skills. The company successfully signed leases for five multifamily properties, with four attaining impressive occupancy rates of 95%. The fifth property also demonstrated notable performance, closing the year at 75% occupancy. These accomplishments underscore her expertise in enhancing leasing velocity and maximizing price per square foot—all while deftly managing marketing budgets to drive revenue growth for developer partners.

Under Amy’s stewardship, Luxury Living has solidified its reputation as the leading third-party leasing firm in Chicago. She has adeptly refined operational processes and improved collaboration between property owners, management teams, and leasing professionals, creating a more seamless experience across the board.

In her acceptance speech, Galvin expressed how meaningful this award is to her: "It's an incredible honor to be recognized by REjournals. This award reflects the depth of work I've poured my heart into—leading teams and building connections while mentoring women to foster real change in the multifamily industry in Chicago.

"Commercial real estate remains predominantly male-dominated, and I aspire to see it evolve with more women leading, shaping, and flourishing within this sector."

Galvin’s influence extends well beyond operational achievements. As a passionate advocate for women's leadership in real estate, she organized multiple women's leadership retreats in 2024 and was named a honoree in the GlobeSt. Women of Influence program. Additionally, she plays a crucial role in mentoring emerging professionals through initiatives like the JCC WomenInPower program and the Goldie Initiative, offering guidance on career and personal development.

"I lead with heart, clarity, and purpose," Galvin stated. "Not only am I elevating our firm, but I am also influencing the trajectory of commercial real estate by championing innovation, mentorship, and community engagement."

This accolade as Woman of the Year in the Multifamily category highlights Amy Galvin's enduring contributions to the real estate community and her significant impact on the multifamily housing landscape in Chicago.

About Luxury Living

Founded in 2007, Luxury Living is a Chicago-based residential real estate firm that integrates boutique brokerage services with exceptional multifamily consulting, marketing, leasing, and development expertise. The firm has successfully leased and renewed over 27,000 luxury apartments, as well as managed $200 million in sold condos and homes. With a total of $10 billion in generated value for multifamily developers and owners, Luxury Living has earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing companies in America six times throughout its history. For more information, visit LuxuryLivingChicago.com.