MaryAnn Hayes of Marion, a sales associate affiliated with the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office, has received the International Sterling Society award.

This honor is presented to the top 17 percent of approximately 88,000 Coldwell Banker-affiliated sales associates worldwide.

Hayes was honored during a reception in March at the Boston Park Plaza. With more than 30 years of experience, Hayes has worked with homebuyers and sellers in the tri-town, Acushnet, Dartmouth, Fairhaven and Wareham.

“With a deep commitment to helping buyers and sellers achieve their goals, MaryAnn has distinguished herself as a top-producing real estate professional. Her enthusiasm for this business and eagerness to embrace opportunities have contributed to her success” said Merit McIntyre, president of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New England.

Locally, Hayes is an active volunteer who serves the Marion Council on Aging and the Community Nurse and Hospice Care.

She can be reached there at 508-982-7558.