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CENTER VALLEY, Pa. - PennZone -- Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley Business have named Rebecca L. Francis a recipient of Pennsylvania's Most Influential Leaders Award. Francis, owner of the Rebecca Francis Team, a luxury real estate company based in the Lehigh Valley, will be recognized during an awards ceremony on Aug. 18, 2026.

"I'm incredibly honored to receive this recognition alongside so many inspiring leaders across Pennsylvania," said Francis. "To me, leadership has always been about more than personal success. It's about building trust, creating opportunities for others and showing up consistently for your team, your clients and your community."

Francis will join 33 other Most Influential Leaders honorees at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading, where Lehigh Valley Business and Central Penn Business Journal will host a ceremony recognizing recipients of the Most Influential Leaders and Empowering Women awards. Attendees will enjoy a luncheon, and honorees will be recognized during the Aug. 18 event.

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The recognition adds to Francis' and her team's longstanding record of success. Earlier this year, the Rebecca Francis Team ranked among the top 1.5% of teams and agents nationwide through RealTrends Verified. In 2024 and 2025, Francis and her team received RealTrends' Best Agents in Pennsylvania award. Additionally, the Rebecca Francis Team earned Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices' Chairman's Circle of Excellence award from 2021 through 2025. In 2023, Francis received the Legend Award from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, recognizing her as one of the top 2% of sales professionals in the company's global network.

"This recognition reflects the incredible people I'm fortunate to work alongside every day," said Francis. "Building a strong team has been one of the most rewarding parts of my career, and I believe great leadership is about empowering others to grow, succeed and reach their full potential."

Looking ahead, Francis remains committed to growing the Rebecca Francis Team with the same focus on excellence, innovation and personalized service that has defined her career. As the Lehigh Valley's luxury market continues to evolve, she remains dedicated to mentoring her team, strengthening client relationships and helping shape the future of real estate in the region.

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About The Rebecca Francis Team

Ranked in the top half of 1% of Berkshire Hathaway agents nationwide, The Rebecca Francis Team specializes in the top 20% of the Lehigh Valley & Upper Bucks County home markets. This select group of hard-working, dedicated REALTORS® located in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, is headed by Rebecca L. Francis – a top agent and associate broker at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS®. To learn more, visit their website at https://rebeccafrancisrealtors.com/.