FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 30, 2025
Columbia, Missouri – Bob Bax of St. Louis, Missouri, has been named recipient of the Missouri REALTORS® 2025 Richard A. Mendenhall Award.
Richard A. Mendenhall, a past president of Missouri REALTORS® and the National Association of REALTORS®, has been a role model for REALTORS® at the local, state, and national levels throughout his entire career. This award recognizes an individual who, through career-long contributions, exemplifies Richard’s leadership skills, commitment to service, and enthusiastic “spirit”.
Bax received this award on Wednesday, September 24 during the Missouri REALTORS® Fall Business Conference.
Bob Bax is a seasoned real estate professional whose career began in 1988 as a licensed sales agent. He went on to serve as a sales associate for Coldwell Banker, branch manager for Coldwell Banker Gundaker St. Louis, and broker/co-owner for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. As co-owner of BHHS Alliance and Alliance Title Group until 2021, he oversaw multiple offices, hundreds of agents, and staff. His leadership continued as general manager of BHHS Alliance until 2023.
Bob’s impact extends far beyond brokerage. He has held key roles with MARIS, St. Louis REALTORS®, Missouri REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®, including serving as president, chairperson, director, and trustee across numerous committees. His accolades include Missouri REALTOR® of the Year, the Papin Lifetime Achievement Award, and induction into the RPAC Hall of Fame. Bob’s dedication to professional standards, advocacy, and community service has made him a respected voice in the industry.
To learn more about Bax’s service and designations, contact Missouri REALTORS® at missourirealtors@morealtor.com.
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Founded in 1936, Missouri REALTORS® is the largest trade association in the state serving over 25,000 members. As members of organized real estate, REALTORS® subscribe to a strict code of ethics and have access to numerous services and programs to enhance their professionalism within the real estate industry. Through collective strength, influence, and professionalism, Missouri REALTORS® unite to advocate for real property rights in Missouri, deliver comprehensive risk management programs and services, connect members through various media and events and deliver association management services.