Illinois Real Estate Awards 2026 by REjournals

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REBEKAH CARLSON CARLSON INTEGRATED, LLC

With 20+ years of experience in commercial real estate, since 2017 Bekah Carlson has cultivated an award-winning WBE firm, Carlson Integrated, to achieve marketing objectives for companies nationwide. The CI Client portfolio contains firms who have completed hundreds of billions of dollars of real estate transactions – owners, investors, developers, property managers, brokers, lenders, attorneys and other providers of critical services to the commercial real estate industry. Bekah serves as a member of the Illinois Marketplace Committee for ICSC, Committee Chair and Past President of the Northern Illinois Commercial Association of Realtors®, and as a State Legislative Contact for the Illinois Realtors®. She is an avid connector through her memberships in ProVisors, H7, NAWBO, and WSIL. Bekah is a co-host of the CRECo.ai Real Estate Roundtable podcast, ranked in the top 10% in the world by number of downloads

ALISSA ADLER TRANSWESTERN

Alissa brings more than 35 years of experience and has executed over $1.3 billion in real estate transactions, including office, industrial and retail property types. Her most recent focus has been as an Investment Broker for Office Capital Markets. Her career has included working at companies such as Equity Office Properties, Duke Realty and Met Life as well as starting and managing her own company.

Ginna’s wealth of experience is concentrated in the real estate sector—including commercial, industrial, multifamily, mixed-use, retail, and student housing—as well as professional services (architecture, law, and general contracting), hospitality (hotels, resorts, and restaurants), and automotive.

SHEILA SIPES WHITNEY ARCHITECTS

Sheila Sipes is Director of Business Development and Marketing at Whitney Architects, Chicago, IL. Sheila has a deep understanding of the commercial office industry, navigating challenges effectively and identifying opportunities. She has worked with local and national Fortune 100 companies on commercial real estate projects for over 15 years.

She served as CoreNet Global Chicago Chapter President and numerous chair positions for over 12 years. She currently active on the Greater Chicago Food Depository CREA committee and The Goldie Initiative Strategic Partnership committee.

LAVON JOHNS

RILEY SAFER HOLMES & CANCILA LLP

LaVon represents commercial and industrial clients in multimillion-dollar commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, real-estate-based financings, workouts, development transactions, and complex commercial retail, office, and industrial leasing transactions in the United States and abroad.

GINNA RYAN CONEQT LLC

SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR

EWELINA RAFAEL, COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

KIERA COLEMAN, CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPANY

MARTY RINEHART, REAL

MICHELLE KOCLANIS, CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

SETH ELLER, BEVERLY COMPANIES

YOLANDA JEFFRIES, LUX LIFE REALTY

SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR

KIERA COLEMAN CURRAN CONTRACTING COMPANY

Kiera Starr personally launched Kiki in Construction, building a recognizable voice that is gaining momentum across the A/E/C industry. In 2025, she leads and manages all of Curran Contracting’s social media platforms, growing the company’s audience to more than 10,000 followers. She also launched Curran’s YouTube channel, expanding how the brand shares the stories of people and projects in construction. Kiera recently earned her commercial drone license, allowing her to capture dynamic on-site footage that showcases the scale and craftsmanship of Curran’s work. Her creativity, consistency, and industry passion continue to elevate Curran’s digital presence.

SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR

MICHELLE KOCLANIS

CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Michelle Koclanis, Marketing Director at Cullen Construction Management, is a leading voice in the AEC industry through her strategic, engaging, and fully organic social media presence. Cullen CM’s visibility and engagement has grown 60% year over year and her professional network has expanded 600% over that same time. This social media inﬂuence has amplified the firm’s credibility locally and nationally, generated new clients, connected new markets, and formed strategic partnerships. Her ﬂagship series, “Behind the Build,” highlights the firm’s value, client trust, and project expertise. As the sole marketing leader, Michelle drives social strategy, brand positioning, content, design and more.

ELLER BEVERLY COMPANIES

Seth Eller is the Marketing Director at Beverly Companies. He leads all aspects of the company’s marketing strategy and execution. He creates all video and photo content, manages digital advertising campaigns, writes and publishes industry articles, and plans and executes company events. Seth plays a key role in building the Beverly Companies landscaping and snow removal brand across multiple platforms, driving engagement with property managers and commercial clients throughout the Chicagoland area. In 2025 the Beverly Companies social channels saw an increase of 25,547 followers, now totalling over 60,000, and reached an average of 616,725 people each month.

SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR EWELINA RAFAEL

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Ewelina Rafael is a Chicago-based real estate advisor known for blending market expertise with a powerful digital presence. Ranked among the top real estate agents on social media in Illinois and #1 in Naperville for multiple years, she has built a trusted platform that educates, informs thousands of buyers and sellers across the Chicagoland market.With 9 years in real estate and over 200 homes closed, Ewelina pairs strategic pricing, strong negotiation, and honest guidance with a modern marketing approach that consistently delivers results. Her business is built on relationships, referrals, and a reputation for advocating fiercely for her clients.

SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR

SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR

MARTY RINEHART

Marty Rinehart is the driving force behind Chicago Suburbs Spotlight, a rapidly growing digital platform redefining how real estate is marketed across Chicagoland. By blending hyperlocal insight with high-impact storytelling, Marty has built an audience of over 47,000 followers and a content engine that delivers real, measurable results; all while bringing awareness to new businesses in our local communities!In just the past 90 days alone, his platform has generated over 6.83 million content impressions, reached 1.1 million unique accounts, and achieved 64.5% audience growth; alongside 168,000+ likes and 82,000+ shares!

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SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER OF THE YEAR YOLANDA

JEFFRIES

Yolanda Jeffries is a real estate developer, Managing Broker, and capital strategist leveraging social media to inﬂuence how real estate and wealth-building are approached. As Founder of Lux Life Realty, a certified MBE/ WBE firm operating across Illinois, Indiana, and Georgia, she creates content that breaks down development, capital stacks, and investment strategy. Known as the “Money Architect” and for her “Chasing Deals in Heels” brand, Yolanda has built a growing digital audience of investors and professionals, generating consistent engagement through educational and deal-driven content that connects capital, community, and opportunity in real estate.

MOST SIGNIFICANT LEASE TRANSACTION

IN 2025

PEPSICO AT THE LOGISTICS CAMPUS IN GLENVIEW

PSIQUANTUM ANCHOR LEASE

SHERIDAN CAPITAL

PARTNERS

VERIZON LEASE AT CONTINENTAL TOWERS

MOST SIGNIFICANT LEASE TRANSACTION IN 2025 SHERIDAN CAPITAL PARTNERS

Madison Rose represented ownership in securing a 25,445 SF headquarters relocation for Sheridan Capital Partners to 35 E. Wacker Drive. The team identified the tenant early—prior to a formal market search—and negotiated a move from the Wrigley Building well ahead of lease expiration. The transaction marks one of the largest East Loop leases of the past year, reinforcing momentum at the Jewelers Building—ahead of planned capital improvements.

MOST SIGNIFICANT LEASE TRANSACTION IN 2025 PSIQUANTUM ANCHOR LEASE

CBRE’s Goldwasser team represented Related Midwest in a $100 million, 300,000 SF lease with PsiQuantum at the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park, a newly established technology campus on Chicago’s South Side. PsiQuantum, represented by Meredith O’Connor of JLL, will construct America’s first million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum computer at the site, including a dedicated cryogenic cooling plant.

MOST

SIGNIFICANT LEASE TRANSACTION IN 2025 PEPSICO AT THE LOGISTICS CAMPUS IN GLENVIEW

In what was one of the largest leases signed in the Chicago market in 2025, Colliers’ Suzanne Serino, Chris Volkert and Jonathan Kohn represented Dermody in its 351,520-square-foot build-tosuit lease to PepsiCo at The Logistics Campus in Glenview, IL.

MOST SIGNIFICANT LEASE TRANSACTION IN 2025 VERIZON LEASE AT CONTINENTAL TOWERS

Transwestern Executive Vice Presidents Joe Stevens and Steve Degodny represented the owner of Continental Towers, 1701 Golf Road in Rolling Meadows, in a 128,894-square-foot lease renewal with Verizon. This deal was one of the largest office leases completed in Chicago’s Northwest suburban submarket in 2025. Verizon, a tenant at Continental Towers since 2016, signed an eightyear extension, with a term that now goes into 2036. Continental Towers is currently in receivership, and this deal has helped ensure the campus will retain value and continue operating effectively.

INTERIOR DESIGN

ALBANY TERRACE AND IRENE

MCCOY GAINES APARTMENTS

BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP

CHICAGO OFFICE

BRUNCH CITY CAFE

EGG REPUBLIC

MEDLINE, NORTHBROOK

TERRACE AND IRENE MCCOY GAINES APARTMENTS

The Albany Terrace and Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments are CHAowned high-rise senior residences built in 1974 and 1964 that together provide 500 units of affordable housing in Chicago’s South Lawndale and East Garfield Park neighborhoods. A comprehensive renovation reimagines these buildings as supportive and dignified environments for aging in place, demonstrating that affordable housing can also deliver high-quality, thoughtfully designed interiors.

Developer: The Michaels Organization, Chicago Housing Authority

Contractor: Skender, Blackwood Group

Lead Architect: Canopy

LJC designed BCG’s new Chicago office in the Fulton Market area to meet their expanding needs, featuring seven ﬂoors of office amenities and a 9-story interconnecting staircase. The design prioritized a collaborative and ﬂexible workspace, strategically placed common and social areas, and adaptable spaces to promote interaction and innovation.

Developer: CBRE, Inc.

Contractor: Executive Construction

Lead Architect: LJC

Ware Malcomb provided interior architecture, furniture management, for Medline’s new 214,560 SF, seven_story workplace. Designed to unite operations, information services, quality, and inventory management teams, the project celebrates Medline’s “unsung heroes” through a wellness_focused, hospitality_inspired environment.

Developer: Medline Industries, Inc.

Contractor: Power Construction

Lead Architect: Ware Malcomb, AOR

Building world-class sports and entertainment districts that bring people together—and stand the test of time.

INTERIOR DESIGN EGG REPUBLIC

Reimagining a formerly vacated and underperforming franchise restaurant into a dynamic, family-owned destination, this project transforms the space into a vibrant and stylish new hospitality concept. The design vision brings to life an environmentally inspired breakfast and brunch café paired with an elevated champagne lounge—blending fresh, energetic aesthetics with a refined yet approachable atmosphere.

Developer: Jon and Mirie Pinjolli

Contractor: ALBA Construction

Lead Architect: douglasDesign+associate inc

INTERIOR DESIGN BRUNCH CITY CAFE

Transformed a long-vacant, underperforming, and deteriorating nightclub into a lively, street-facing brunch café that pulses with energy and community spirit. This highly visible city-center location now features an inviting streetside dining patio, an ambientrich interior, and a vibrant atmosphere that draws a bustling crowd daily, redefining the space as a must-visit destination.

Developer: All About Seating Inc, Contractors

Contractor: All About Seating Inc, Contractors

Lead Architect: douglasDesign+associate inc

INDUSTRIAL - FAR WEST

GE APPLIANCES – 1.2M SF RAIL

SERVED BTS

VIAPHOTON

AMANO ENZYME

KORUS LOGISTICS INFRA EW

SILESIA FLAVORS, INC.

- FAR WEST

As General Contractor, we delivered a phased interior buildout for viaPhoton’s Naperville manufacturing facility totaling over 156,000 square feet. The project includes a 28,138 SF office, 31,055 SF production area, and 96,925 SF conditioned warehouse. Designed to support advanced manufacturing operations, the buildout required precise coordination between office, production, and large-scale warehouse systems.

Contractor: TW Chicago

Lead Architect: Line Works Studio

FAR

The project involved a 30,000-square-foot, two-story addition for Amano Enzyme America, whose global headquarters are based in Japan. The expansion included 12,000 square feet of office and conference space and 18,000 square feet of additional warehouse capacity. The existing 55,000-squarefoot facility previously housed office and laboratory functions.

Developer: Pancor Construction and Development

Contractor: Pancor Construction and Development

Lead Architect: Silva Architects

- FAR

KORUS Logistics Infra EW is a 1,106,256 SF, LEED Silver foodgrade logistics facility in Elwood, Illinois, developed by KORUS Logistics Infra LLC for CJ Logistics in partnership with the Korea Ocean Business Corporation. As CJ Logistics’ preeminent ground-up U.S. facility, the project deepens economic ties between America and South Korea, increases trade opportunities for the two countries, and creates economic growth.

Developer: KORUS Logistics Infra LLC (CJ Logistics)

Contractor: ARCO/Murray

Lead Architect: Nelco Architecture, Inc.

INDUSTRIAL

VIAPHOTON

INDUSTRIAL

WEST KORUS LOGISTICS INFRA EW

INDUSTRIAL -

WEST AMANO ENZYME

SILESIA FLAVORS, INC.

This 134,075 SF build-to-suit food production facility, located in Huntley, IL, is being constructed on a design/build basis by Meridian Design Build for Silesia Flavors, Inc. and developer Venture One Real Estate. The facility features 26,000 SF of office area that includes four laboratories, a customer experience center, and a town hall space..

Developer: Venture One Real Estate

Contractor: Meridian Design Build

Lead Architect: Ware Malcomb

GE APPLIANCES – 1.2M SF RAIL SERVED BTS

GE Appliances Rail Served BTS is a 1,199,108 SF build-to-suit bulk distribution facility along the I-80 Corridor in Morris, Illinois with rail service provided by CSX. Developed by Crow Holdings for GE Appliances, a Haier company, and constructed by general contractor ARCO/Murray, the facility was designed to support large-scale logistics operations and serves as a critical distribution hub for the tenant.

Developer: Crow Holdings

Contractor: ARCO/Murray

Lead Architect: GMA

INDUSTRIAL - FAR WEST

REAL ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR - MALE

BRIAN LISTON, LISTON & TSANTILIS

HOWARD JERUCHIMOWITZ, GREENBERG TRAURIG, LLP

JAMES MOORHEAD, MOORHEAD LAW GROUP, LLC

JEFFERY HOFFENBERG, LEVENFELD PEARLSTEIN, LLC

JIM BRESCOLL, BRYAN CAVE LEIGHTON PAISNER LLP (BCLP)

DAVID TANNER, POLSINELLI

REAL ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR - MALE

JIM BRESCOLL

BRYAN CAVE LEIGHTON PAISNER LLP (BCLP)

Jim Brescoll is a results_focused real estate attorney trusted by developers, corporate occupiers, REITs, funds, investors, and operators nationwide. He applies a pragmatic, solutions_ driven approach to purchases, sales, leases, developments, financings, and other transactions. His work spans industrial, multifamily, retail, hospitality, and office sectors, where clients value his clarity and precision. Known for assembling teams with complementary strengths, Jim ensures efficient execution and measurable outcomes. He invests time to understand each client’s business so he can deliver practical, timely results that align with their goals and timelines—earning lasting trust across complex commercial real estate matters.

Howard K. Jeruchimowitz is a real estate and construction litigator, representing owners, developers, landlords and tenants in landlordtenant and shopping center disputes, mechanics liens, foreclosures, and construction disputes, as well as banks and lenders in bank and mortgage litigation, such as mortgage fraud, commercial and residential foreclosures, mechanics lien and FDCPA issues. Howard is on the ICSC + U.S. Law planning committee to help plan the annual ISCS + U.S. Law conference on substantive real estate matters. Howard is also the former pro bono coordinator for the firm’s Chicago office dedicating much time to the real estate industry.

JEFFERY HOFFENBERG

LEVENFELD PEARLSTEIN,

Jeffery Hoffenberg is the firm’s Managing Partner, a partner of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group, and a member of the firm’s Executive Committee. He represents purchasers and sellers in a wide range of commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and mortgage financings. Jeff has extensive experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating loan documents, purchase and sale agreements, management agreements, corporate documentation and due diligence as well as lease agreements in connection with commercial, industrial and retail leasing transactions.

Ranked as the Leading Lawyer in RealEstste for the last 26 years.

REAL ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR - MALE

BRIAN LISTON LISTON & TSANTILIS

REAL ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR - MALE

LLC

ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR - MALE JAMES MOORHEAD MOORHEAD LAW GROUP, LLC

Since 2008, I’ve built a nationally-recognized retail, restaurant, office, MOB, and warehouse leasing practice within my firm for tenants and landlords, assisting clients grow into national operations. I was a partner in a large U.S. law firm and often am across deal tables with big firms. I win respect and many favorable deal points through reasonableness and simple hard work.1000+ leases and 350+ property deals later, my focus is office, retail, restaurant, fitness, sports & entertainment, multi-family, rural, industrial & warehouse. I’ve worked in all 50 states, with deal value of $2.5+ billion. REAL ESTATE LAWYER OF THE

YEAR - MALE DAVID TANNER POLSINELLI

A shareholder in Polsinelli’s nationally recognized Real Estate Practice and managing partner of the Chicago office, David Tanner advises developers, investors and lenders on complex commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures and leasing matters. With particular strength in the retail and mixed-use sectors, David is known for his strategic guidance, deal ﬂuency and ability to manage large, multi-state portfolio transactions.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

ALBANY TERRACE AND IRENE

MCCOY GAINES

ENCUENTRO SQUARE

ROOSEVELT SQUARE 3B

THRIVE ENGLEWOOD

UNITED YARDS 1A

WESTHAVEN PARK STATION

THRIVE EXCHANGE

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

UNITED YARDS 1A

United Yards 1A marks reinvestment and renewal on Chicago’s South Side, delivering an iconic building with 45 units of 100% affordable housing within a mixed-use, majority-electric development along the 47th Street corridor. Conceived as both neighborhood infrastructure and civic anchor, the architecture utilizes terraced massing to reduce perceived scale while introducing elevated landscaped features that soften the urban condition..

Developer: Celadon Partners + Blackwood Group

Contractor: Skender Construction

Lead Architect: DesignBridge, Ltd.

The Albany Terrace and Irene McCoy Gaines Apartments are CHA-owned high-rise senior residences built in 1974 and 1964 that together provide 500 units of affordable housing in Chicago’s South Lawndale and East Garfield Park neighborhoods. A comprehensive renovation reimagines these buildings as supportive, dignified environments for aging in place.

Developer: The Michaels Organization, Chicago Housing Authority

Contractor: Skender, Blackwood Group

Lead Architect: Canopy

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

THRIVE ENGLEWOOD

Thrive Englewood, developed by DL3 Realty Advisors, represents the first modern, multi-family, residential development in Chicago’s Englewood community in more than 50 years. As part of the City’s INVEST South/West Initiative it delivered 62 new apartment homes to the heart of Englewood, including affordable units serving households earning 50–60% of Area Median Income, with ground-ﬂoor retail, and community-oriented spaces.

Developer: DL3 Realty Advisors

Contractor: Bowa Construction

Lead Architect: Perkins&Will

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

ALBANY TERRACE AND IRENE MCCOY GAINES

AFFORDABLE HOUSING WESTHAVEN PARK STATION

Westhaven Park Station is a 96-unit mixed-income apartment community and the final phase of a 20-year transformation of the former Henry Horner Homes on Chicago’s West Side. Spanning 121,800 square feet, the precast concrete structure rises 12 stories and includes three ground-ﬂoor retail spaces..

Developer: Brinshore Development and The Michaels Organization

Contractor: McShane Construction Company and Ashlaur Construction

Lead Architect: LBBA

AFFORDABLE HOUSING THRIVE EXCHANGE

Thrive Exchange is a $35M–$100M mixed-use development led by DL3 Realty in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, selected through the City’s Invest South/West initiative. Located at 79th Street and Exchange Avenue near the Metra station, the project delivers 43 affordable apartments, ground-ﬂoor retail, and community-focused services.

Developer: DL3 Realty

Contractor: WG Aﬀordable Housing Partners - WE O’Neil GMA

Lead Architect: KOO

AFFORDABLE HOUSING ENCUENTRO SQUARE

Encuentro, in Spanish, means “to gather,” “to connect,” “to engage”— principles embodied in Encuentro Square, a transformative, affordable development at the western terminus of the Bloomingdale Trail (The 606) in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood. Set on the former Magid Glove factory site, two vibrant new buildings provide 89 affordable homes and social spaces with trauma-informed design.

Developer: Evergreen Real Estate Group

Contractor: Leopardo Companies, All Construction

Lead Architect: Canopy / Architecture + Design

AFFORDABLE HOUSING ROOSEVELT SQUARE 3B

Roosevelt Square Phase 3B advances equitable reinvestment on Chicago’s Near West Side, delivering 140 mixed-income apartments—public, affordable, and workforce housing— within a comprehensive master plan. Two six-story, all-electric buildings balance efficiency and design excellence through standardized systems and distinct architectural identities..

Developer: Related Midwest

Contractor: BOWA Construction

Lead Architect: DesignBridge, Ltd.

COM PA NIE S

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

ALLAN GOLDSTEIN, AERIAL IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHY

BRIAN CHLADA, PEAK PROPERTIES

JEANNINE REED, COLLIERS

THOMAS DAVIS, MID-AMERICA CARPENTERS REGIONAL COUNCIL

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

ALLAN GOLDSTEIN

AERIAL IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHY

Aerial Images Photography, based in Elk Grove Village and DuPage Airport, has been servicing clients since 1988. All photography services, including photography, prints, consulting and training are accomplished on a time-sensitive asneeded, custom basis.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

THOMAS DAVIS

MID-AMERICA CARPENTERS REGIONAL COUNCIL

Tom Davis is a Representative/Organizer with the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council whose responsibilities include securing work opportunities for union members on projects in and around Chicago’s south side. He is a trustee for Carpenters Local 10 and a delegate with the Regional Council. Tom oversees the union’s volunteer work with Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago and other nonprofits. He has worked on more than 100 projects repairing and rehabbing homes for seniors and people in need in underserved communities.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

JEANNINE REED COLLIERS

Jeannine Reed is a Managing Director with Colliers’ Property Management team. While she prefers to work behind the scenes, she is not afraid to put herself out there for a good cause and spends countless hours devoting time and energy to causes close to her heart.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

BRIAN CHLADA PEAK PROPERTIES

Brian Chlada serves as a Senior Portfolio Accountant for Peak’s Scattered-Site division, overseeing a diverse range of portfolios while managing a team of three Property Accountants. He has contributed to process improvements, enhanced reporting accuracy, and database cleanup efforts that support stronger financial performance across the portfolio.

TRUST BUILT ON PERFORMANCE

Par tner with a general contractor trusted by leading companies to deliver complex projects with precision, safety, and speed

Since 1978, Keeley Construction has consistently delivered results on industrial and commercial projects where accountability, per formance, and execution matter most

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

COMPANY OF THE YEAR

ALYMAR MEDIA

CRYSTAL MAINTENANCE PLUS

RIGHTSIZE FACILITY

HIFFMAN NATIONAL PROJECT SERVICES

Alymar Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in real estate marketing. We help agents and teams elevate their brand through strategic content, consistent visibility, and intentional storytelling that drives real business results. Our services include content creation, account management, brand positioning, and social media strategy, along with mentorship and training for agents who want to grow their presence with confidence. At Alymar Media, we go beyond posting—we build brands that connect, convert, and stand out in a competitive market.

Hiffman National’s Project Services team provides strategic, hands-on advisory support from conceptual design and budget development through project completion. The team delivers real-world cost guidance, schedule-driven execution strategies, and detailed project planning to help clients make informed decisions with confidence. With expertise spanning major capital improvements and tenant improvement projects, Project Services manages every phase of execution, including design coordination, contractor selection, cost and schedule control, pay application review, and occupancy permit management. By proactively anticipating challenges and maximizing project value, the team ensures efficient delivery, financial discipline, and seamless execution across complex real estate initiatives.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE COMPANY OF THE YEAR CRYSTAL MAINTENANCE PLUS

Crystal Maintenance Plus is a full service cleaning contractor serving the Chicagoland area. We specialize in providing professional cleaning services to commercial building owners and managers. We believe our most important asset is our people - the success of our business depends on them. Our people are well - trained and well - supervised.

RIGHTSIZE FACILITY

Rightsize Facility provides turnkey workplace solutions for corporate clients, landlords, and commercial real estate partners nationwide. Our integrated services combine the expertise of an office furniture dealer, installer, mover, and technology specialist to support relocations, reconfigurations, furnished workplaces, and large-scale facility transitions.Rightsize is also a leader in ecofriendly decommissioning and furniture lifecycle management, helping organizations reuse, refurbish, and responsibly dispose of workplace assets while reducing landfill waste.By managing every phase of workplace change, from planning and installation to asset recovery and space restoration, Rightsize Facility enables organizations to execute complex projects efficiently and create high-performing, sustainable work environments.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE COMPANY OF THE YEAR ALYMAR MEDIA

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE COMPANY OF THE YEAR HIFFMAN NATIONAL PROJECT SERVICES

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE COMPANY OF THE YEAR

OFFICE - CHICAGO

191 N. WACKER AMENITY PROGRAM

ADYEN CHICAGO

WILSON ELSER

STATE OF ILLINOIS IMPROVEMENTS

HOK CHICAGO OFFICE

INVENERGY

HOK’s design for Wilson Elser’s Chicago office advances the firm’s national portfolio while establishing a distinct local identity. Inspired by the city’s iconic waterways, a “Meandering River” concept shapes the architecture. A curving, illuminated ceiling feature guides a ﬂuid journey through the space, connecting a hospitality-focused reception area to a central library.

Developer: Lumen Workplace

Contractor: BIG Construction

Lead Architect: HOK

Adyen’s North American headquarters in Chicago’s Fulton Market district represents one of the most significant corporate workspace commitments the city has seen in recent years — the largest new downtown office deal of 2024 at nearly 97,000 SF..

Developer: Adyen

Contractor: Redmond

Lead Architect: Partners by Design

Invenergy’s 216,000 SF global headquarters unites Chicago operations at 1 South Wacker through transformative renovation and expansion. A dramatic multi-ﬂoor atrium connects levels while biophilic design, upcycled turbine blade installations, and intentional spatial planning forge a regenerative workplace that empowers hybrid collaboration and embodies the company’s renewable energy vision.

Developer: Architect/Design

Contractor: Skender

Lead Architect: Partners by Design

OFFICE - CHICAGO WILSON ELSER

OFFICE - CHICAGO INVENERGY

OFFICE - CHICAGO ADYEN CHICAGO

Interra Realty

Joe Smazal

Nathan Zito

- CHICAGO

191 N. WACKER AMENITY PROGRAM

The 191 N. Wacker amenity project is a 25,000 SF full-floor transformation within an occupied Class A office tower. Delivered by DSI, the renovation repositions the 28th floor as a hospitalitydriven tenant experience, integrating a flexible conference center, presentation room, fitness and wellness facilities, and a refined lounge featuring a central hearth, bar, and social spaces..

Contractor: Development Solutions, Inc.

Lead Architect: Lamar Johnson Collective

OFFICE - CHICAGO STATE OF ILLINOIS IMPROVEMENTS

The Jesse White State of Illinois Building at 115 S. LaSalle underwent a comprehensive modernization, transforming a historic highrise into a functional, ADA-compliant government facility. It included full mechanical, electrical, and elevator modernization; new BAS and IT infrastructure; DMV service center upgrades; auditorium restoration; and sustainable finishes throughout..

Developer: The Prime Group

Contractor: Berglund Construction

Lead Architect: Perkins & Will

HOK’s Chicago studio relocation signifies transformative adaptation and reinvention. The side-core building unifies their interdisciplinary practice, fostering collaboration and exploration. The design reflects their ethos, seamlessly integrating modelmaking, meeting areas and fluid digital-analog workflows.

Developer: HOK

Contractor: Skyline Construction

Lead Architect: HOK

EDUCATION / DAYCARE

HEARTLAND COMMUNITY

COLLEGE NET ZERO AGRICULTURE COMPLEX

LOCKPORT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 205

NORTHWESTERN DEERING

LIBRARY RENOVATIONS

SEEDS OF DISCOVERY

THE FIELD SCHOOL

WAUBONSEE COMMUNITY

COLLEGE TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER

SEEDS OF DISCOVERY

Seeds of Discovery transformed a 150-yard grass field into a purposeful outdoor learning and activity space for students. The renovation included regrading, seeding, and erosion control to correct drainage issues and create a durable turf area. Two educational garden beds and an outdoor classroom were installed to support hands-on learning.

Developer: Maya Angelou Elementary School

Contractor: JMA Architects

Lead Architect: Beverly Companies

After a ceiling collapse in fall 2023 exposed significant life safety concerns, Berglund first completed structural and ceiling repairs at Lockport Township High School’s Central Campus in summer 2024, then was retained as Construction Manager as Agent for additional improvements..

Contractor: Berglund Construction

Lead Architect: DLA Architects, Ltd.

EDUCATION

DAYCARE

EDUCATION & DAYCARE

LOCKPORT TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 205

12th Annual National

NET LEASE

8:30am - 3:15pm

8:00am Breakfast & Networking

University Club of Chicago (76 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603)

Speakers:

Evan Beeson - Sands Investment Group

Max Jenkins - Essential Properties Realty Trust

Randy Blankstein - The Boulder Group

Tyler Swann - W.P. Carey

More speakers to be announced... July 24, 2026

Sponsors:

www.rejournals.com/upcomingevent/

EDUCATION & DAYCARE THE FIELD SCHOOL

ARCO partnered with The Field School to redevelop its historic South Building, converting a long-shuttered former Chicago Public School into a modern K–8 learning environment. The 80,000 square foot campus spans half a city block in Chicago’s Austin Village neighborhood on a 1.82 acre site.

Contractor: ARCO/Murray

Lead Architect: SMNG A Ltd.

& DAYCARE NORTHWESTERN DEERING LIBRARY RENOVATIONS

The Northwestern University Deering Library Renovation carefully balanced historic preservation with modern updates. The project restored the building’s Gothic character through comprehensive stone cleaning and restoration of the exterior and interior details. Inside, the team completed extensive millwork restoration and crafted new hand-carved elements to blend seamlessly with the original design.

Contractor: Berglund Construction

Lead Architect: HBRA

The Technical Education Center at Waubonsee Community College supports the growing automotive, auto body and welding programs while establishing a strong campus presence along Route 47. Its split_level design fits the natural slope, with a student entrance above and a community lobby below..

Contractor: Pepper Construction

Lead Architect: Demonica Kemper Architects

Heartland Community College’s Net Zero Agriculture Complex serves as a central Illinois hub for sustainable innovation and agricultural advancement.The 29,500-square-foot facility stands as Illinois’ first net-zero community college building, meaning it produces enough energy to offset annual energy use.The complex occupies a former homestead that the college leased to local farmers.

Contractor: River City Construction

Lead Architect: Legat Architects

EDUCATION

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REDEVELOPMENTSUBURBAN

OLD JOLIET PRISON

EAST COURT VILLAGE

56-ACRE TRUCK PARKING & MAINTENANCE FACILITY

VNA HEALTH CARE - WESTON

REDEVELOPMENT

- SUBURBAN EAST COURT VILLAGE

East Court Village has been a staple of the Pekin community since its inception in the early 1970s, continually evolving to meet the needs of the local residents. Its most recent redevelopment marks its most impactful transformation yet, introducing national retailers such as Marshalls, Ross Dress for Less, and Five Below.

Developer: Cullinan Properties

Contractor: Peoria Metro Construction

Lead Architect: NWS Artchitects

REDEVELOPMENT - SUBURBAN VNA HEALTH CARE - WESTON

VNA Health Care transformed a portion of the historic Copley Hospital, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, into a 28,000 sf modern FQHC medical center. The adaptive reuse preserved character-defining features while integrating 30 exam & procedure rooms, therapy spaces, a pharmacy, and wellness facilities with modern systems.

Developer: VNA Health Care

Contractor: E.P. Doyle & Son, LLC

Lead Architect: 845 Design Group

The Old Joliet Prison Stabilization project involved structural and façade stabilization of multiple historic buildings, including the original Administration Building and the East and West Cell Blocks constructed in 1858. The work included selective demolition, installation of new metal roof decking, structural steel framing, cold-formed trusses, and masonry stabilization anchors.

Developer: Joliet Area Historical Museum

Contractor: Berglund Construction

Lead Architect: Klein & Hoﬀman

Principle Construction transformed a former landfill property into a ﬂagship truck parking and fueling facility for Big Rig 1 (West Dundee) Propco, LLC in West Dundee, Illinois. Located at 70 Airport Road, the 56-acre redevelopment features a 50,000-squarefoot mixed-use building with office, retail, and service space alongside a high-capacity ﬂeet fueling and convenience center

Developer: Big Rig 1 (West Dundee) Propco, LLC

Contractor: Principle Construction Corp.

Lead Architect: Gleason Architects

MEDICAL PROPERTY

ADVOCATE HEALTH’S AMBULATORY OUTPATIENT CENTER (AOC)

CCRM FERTILITY OF CHICAGO

ENDEAVOR HEALTH CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE

HUMBOLDT PARK HEALTH WELLNESS CENTER

LURIE CHILDREN’S SCHAUMBURG OUTPATIENT AND INFUSION CENTER

THRESHOLDS - CENTER FOR HEALTH AND MENTAL WELLBEING

The Endeavor Health Cardiovascular Institute is a three-story, 71,000-square-foot cardiovascular medical office building and ambulatory surgery center located near Edward Hospital’s campus in Naperville. Ryan Companies partnered with Endeavor Health to develop a highly specialized outpatient facility that includes advanced diagnostic imaging, catheterization labs, rehabilitation spaces, and multi-tenant clinical environments..

Developer: Ryan Companies

Contractor: Ryan Companies

Lead Architect: Ryan A+E, Inc.

HEALTH’S AMBULATORY OUTPATIENT CENTER (AOC)

The Hoffman Estates Outpatient Clinic is a 35,000_square_foot, single_story medical facility built as part of Advocate Health’s Ambulatory Outpatient Collaborative initiative to expand high_quality, accessible care in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. Located on a 6.5_acre site, it includes 44 exam rooms, three procedure rooms, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, and infrastructure for future expansion.

Developer: Advocate Health

Contractor: The Boldt Company

Lead Architect: HDR, Inc.

MEDICAL PROPERTY

LURIE CHILDREN’S SCHAUMBURG OUTPATIENT AND INFUSION CENTER

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago partnered with leading healthcare designer HKS Architects and builder Skender Construction to create a ﬂexible outpatient environment capable of adapting to future pediatric care needs.The new Schaumburg Outpatient Center represents a bold shift in how pediatric specialty care is delivered— bringing hospital-level expertise directly into the community.

Developer: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital

Contractor: Skender

Lead Architect: HKS Architects

CCRM FERTILITY OF CHICAGO

The Colorado Center for Reproductive Medicine (CCRM) Chicago project involved a 17,810-square-foot renovation of an existing office ﬂoor into a future ambulatory surgery center specializing in fertility services. Located on the eight ﬂoor of a downtown high-rise, the project required complex infrastructure integration to support clinical operations.

Contractor: Leopardo Construction

MEDICAL PROPERTY

HUMBOLDT PARK HEALTH WELLNESS CENTER

The Humboldt Park Health Wellness Center is a 46,860 SF, $27.5M community wellness facility that expands access to essential health services in one of Chicago’s most historically underserved neighborhoods. Located along Division Street, the facility includes aquatic therapy pools, fitness studios, an indoor track, childcare, physical therapy, and community gathering spaces.

Developer: Humboldt Park Health

Contractor: ALL Construction Group

Lead Architect: JGMA

Lead Architect: Perkins & Will MEDICAL

THRESHOLDS - CENTER FOR HEALTH AND MENTAL WELLBEING

The Center for Mental Wellbeing – South transforms an existing twostory facility through a 7,000-square-foot, three-story expansion, creating a modern, dignified place of healing on Chicago’s South Side. A new centralized entrance and landscaped courtyard establish a calm, accessible approach while resolving grade change.

Developer: Thresholds

Contractor: Blackwood Group

Lead Architect: DesignBridge, Ltd.

RETAIL - CHICAGO

A. LANGE & SÖHNE BOUTIQUE

CHICAGO

ELECTRIC

SHUFFLE CHICAGO

QUEEN B CAFE

WOLF & CO.

TRUMP HOTEL BALLROOM & CONFERENCE CENTER

SOURCE INTERNATIONAL SHOWROOM

AKRIS

939 W. NORTH AVENUE

The Trump International Hotel & Tower ballroom and conference room renovation in Chicago, Illinois involved a comprehensive interior upgrade to enhance aesthetics, functionality, and guest experience. The project included installation of highend chandeliers, decorative mirrors, upgraded audiovisual and electrical systems, and refreshed finishes throughout.

Contractor: Leopardo Construction

Lead Architect: 11 Fiftynine

The design team partnered with Source International to reimagine their NeoCon Chicago showroom as a bold, immersive experience rooted in the metaphor of a modern ﬂoral garden. The design transforms the space into a ﬂowing sequence of colorsaturated zones, each spotlighting Source’s seating solutions across workplace, healthcare, and education environments.

Contractor: Bushman Construction

Lead Architect: Huntsman Architectural Group

RETAIL - CHICAGO

TRUMP HOTEL BALLROOM & CONFERENCE CENTER

RETAIL - CHICAGO SOURCE INTERNATIONAL SHOWROOM

Electric Shuffle Chicago transforms a long-vacant River North storefront into a 7,600-square-foot, high-tech shuffleboard destination and cocktail bar. The design-build fitout delivers 11 custom shuffleboard tables with cameravision scoring, a retro-inspired bar, 3,650 square feet of dining space and a 1,500-square-foot production kitchen, all tucked into the first floor of a 12story mixed-use tower.

Contractor: ARCO/Murray

Lead Architect: GMA

Wolf & Co.1752 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL

LG BuildersDesigner & Branding: Offshoot Creative

Contractor: LG Builders

Lead Architect: Jonathan Splitt Architects

RETAIL - CHICAGO ELECTRIC SHUFFLE CHICAGO

RETAIL - CHICAGO WOLF & CO.

A. LANGE & SÖHNE BOUTIQUE CHICAGO

A. Lange & Söhne’s 1,409 SF boutique at 435 Michigan Avenue re-establishes the brand’s presence in the U.S. Midwest within the historic Tribune Tower. DSI delivered the high-end interior build-out, executing custom millwork, integrated specialty lighting, and premium finishes within a compact footprint requiring tight tolerance installation and strict quality control.

Contractor: Development Solutions, Inc.

Lead Architect: Design Republic

This project breathes new life into a vacated, underperforming coffee vendor, transforming it into a fresh, start-up brand that energizes a bustling Chicago street. Situated in a vibrant small-business community, the redesigned space invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy a welcoming, lively coffee experience—turning a onceoverlooked location into a dynamic neighborhood destination.

Developer: Stelios Mitris and Tasos Chrysovergis

Contractor: All About Seating Inc, Contractors

Lead Architect: douglasDesign+associate inc

For over 50 years, DarwinPW Realty/CORFAC International has been a leader in industrial and commercial real estate. The company specializes in brokerage, property management, investment and development services primarily in the Midwest. DarwinPW Realty’s highly qualified professionals are problem solvers and utilize a breadth of tools and knowledge to serve our clients best.

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RETAIL - CHICAGO

RETAIL - CHICAGO QUEEN B CAFE

Akris reimagined its Chicago Gold Coast boutique as a ﬂagship that honors the building’s historic red brick while adding a modern, street-facing presence. To resolve a recessed façade that disrupted the streetscape, a transparent glass atrium, envisioned by David Chipperfield Architects, aligns the storefront with neighboring retailers, clarifies the entry, and brings merchandising to the street.

Contractor: J.T. Magen

Lead Architect: Chipman Design Architecture

939 West North Avenue is an eight-story, 200,000-squarefoot, Class A mixed-use property at the corner of North Avenue and Sheffield Avenue in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. Farpoint Development and MCZ Development acquired the building in 2024 at approximately 50 percent vacancy and repositioned it as a destination for health, wellness, and retail. Medical and wellness tenants occupy ﬂoors two through eight.

Developer: Farpoint Development / MCZ Development

Lead Architect: Camburas Theodore (T.J. Maxx retail buildout)

Building What’s Next.

than six decades,

RETAIL - CHICAGO AKRIS

RETAIL - CHICAGO

INDUSTRIAL - NORTH

VALENT BIOSCIENCESGREENHOUSE ADDITION 56-ACRE TRUCK PARKING & MAINTENANCE FACILITY

HOWARD AVENUE

This 171,600 sf speculative industrial building, located on a 10-acre redevelopment site in Des Plaines, IL, is being developed by Logistics Property Company, LLC. and constructed by Meridian Design Build. The new facility is located less than two miles from the I-90 4-way interchange and excellent proximity to O’Hare International Airport.

Developer: Logistics Property Company, LLC

Contractor: Meridian Design Build

Lead Architect: Heitman Architects

Developer: Big Rig 1 (West Dundee) Propco, LLC

Contractor: Principle Construction Corp.

Lead Architect: Gleason Architects

The Valent BioSciences project in Libertyville, Illinois represents a multi-phase partnership, with the most recent phase focused on a greenhouse addition to support ongoing research and development. This phase included a 12,700-square-foot addition featuring a fourzone greenhouse and headhouse connected to the existing facility.

Contractor: Leopardo Construction

Lead Architect: HOK Architects

INDUSTRIAL - NEAR WEST

SMART LOCAL 265

2700 YORK ROAD

IFROST COLD STORAGE

FRAIN INDUSTRIES CAMPUS EXPANSION

INDUSTRIAL - NEAR WEST

The SMART Local 265 project involved the 54,000-squarefoot renovation of an existing office and industrial building in Downers Grove, Illinois. The facility was transformed into a multi-use space housing the SMART Local 265 Union, SMART Pension Fund, and an affiliated apprenticeship training school.

Contractor: Leopardo Construction

INDUSTRIAL - NEAR WEST

FRAIN INDUSTRIES CAMPUS EXPANSION

The Frain Industries expansion at 245 E. North Avenue in Carol Stream, Illinois, is a 200,000 SF design-build addition delivered by Development Solutions, Inc. (DSI), expanding the existing facility to approximately 530,000 SF.Constructed with precast concrete and structural steel, the building is engineered to support heavy equipment loads and continuous reconfiguration.

Contractor: Development Solutions, Inc.

Lead Architect: John White, Architects Plus Design

INDUSTRIAL - NEAR WEST 2700 YORK ROAD

This 122,470 sf speculative industrial building, located in Elk Grove Village, IL on a 5.9-acre site, was developed by Logistics Property Company, LLC. and constructed by Meridian Design Build. The new facility is located at 2700 York Road, 5 minutes from O’Hare South Cargo Terminal with immediate access to I-90/I-294 and IL-390/IL-490.

Developer: Logistics Property Company, LLC

Contractor: Meridian Design Build

Lead Architect: Architects Plus Design Studio, LLC

INDUSTRIAL - NEAR WEST IFROST COLD STORAGE

iFrost is a next-generation, temperature-controlled logistics facility located at 1200 Humbracht Circle in Bartlett, Illinois, strategically positioned within the greater Chicagoland distribution corridor. Developed as a high-performance cold storage asset, the project delivers approximately 100,000 square feet of specialized refrigerated and frozen storage space

Developer: 1200 Humbracht LLC

Contractor: G4 Construction Group

Lead Architect: Cornerstone

EMERGING

LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

BELLA CAMPISE, AIGENTLESS

HANNAH (SAED) WARREN, ELROD FRIEDMAN LLP

MEGAN BARKER, CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD

NATALIE MONTGOMERY, NEUBERGER

REBECCA SZARZYNSKI, CRESCENT CLEANING COMPANY

RISA WEISS, KALE REALTY

SAMANTHA RUBEN, DENTONS

TAYLOR GOLUB, GOLUB & COMPANY

TAYLOR MAGGI, CROSS STREET

TAYLOR OLLRY, TRANSWESTERN

YOLANDA JEFFRIES, LUX LIFE REALTY

YASAMIN ENSHAEIAN, DL3 REALTY

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

Risa Weiss-Kallis is a real estate executive, coach, and author dedicated to developing high-performing agents and scalable business systems. She leads agent development at Kale Realty, where she created Transaction, Launch, and Productivity Coaching programs and implemented TRACK+ to drive accountability and growth. Risa is the author of Real Estate Career Kickoff Field Guide and Divorce & Real Estate Playbook, providing practical guidance for agents at every stage.

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

MEGAN BARKER CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD

Megan is a member of Cushman and Wakefield’s Industrial Advisory Group specializing in industrial investment sales throughout the Midwest. Based in Chicago, she is responsible for executing transactions across 10 markets, working primarily with large institutional clients. Her projects span single industrial assets to national portfolios, working in conjunction with Cushman’s broader team across the country.

Natalie Montgomery is an attorney practicing structured real estate finance with Neuberger’s Residential Real Estate Strategies group in Chicago. Prior to graduating and being sworn in to the Illinois Bar, Natalie attended law school at Loyola University Chicago School of Law while working full-time as a paralegal. During this time, she was selected as a Goldie Scholar with The Goldie Initiative (TGI) - one of the most prestigious real estate mentorship and scholarship programs in the country.

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

Taylor Maggi is Vice President of Marketing & Systems at Cross Street, bringing over 15 years of multifamily experience across marketing, leasing and development. Known for her holistic, datadriven approach, she combines creativity with operational excellence to drive performance and build scalable systems. Taylor has led more than 20 lease-ups nationwide, developing brands, launching campaigns and integrating technology to support growth.

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

NATALIE MONTGOMERY NEUBERGER

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

YOLANDA JEFFRIES LUX LIFE REALTY

Yolanda Jeffries is a real estate developer, Managing Broker, and capital strategist building a vertically integrated real estate platform through Lux Life Realty, a certified MBE/WBE firm operating in Illinois, Indiana, and Georgia. She is also a licensed Mortgage Loan Originator, strengthening her ability to structure complex deals. Yolanda is advancing a multi-million-dollar development pipeline, including a $140M+ mixed-use redevelopment in Gary, Indiana, and a 200acre master-planned development in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood.

Hannah Saed focuses her practice on zoning, land use, and municipal law. She counsels local governments on a wide range of topics including zoning, governance, and statutory compliance related to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act and Illinois Open Meetings Act. She also represents real estate property owners and developers on zoning and land use matters across Chicagoland. The duality of her practice provides her clients with perspectives from both the public and private sectors.

As a part of Crescent’s Sales Team, Becca collaborates with the Leadership and Operations Teams to drive brand development, growth, and client satisfaction. Her responsibilities include marketing & brand development, internal administrative coordination, data analytics, social media strategy & execution, bid support, and business development. She is actively involved with industry organizations and sits on several committees, including BOMA/Chicago’s Emerging Leaders & Pride Parade Planning Committees, IFMA’s Membership Committee, and CREW Chicago’s DEI Committee.

SAMANTHA RUBEN DENTONS

A member of Dentons’ Restructuring Insolvency and Bankruptcy practice, Samantha specializes in bankruptcy, financial restructuring, and insurance law. With a unique focus on non-payment insurance (NPI), Samantha helps financial institutions mitigate credit risks and strategically manage capital requirements. Her deep knowledge in NPI — a vital tool for risk management and growth — sets her apart as one of the few attorneys in the nation proficient in using insurance policies to safeguard banks and financial institutions from financial exposure.

Taylor Ollry serves as Property Manager at the Civic Opera Building, a 920,513-square-foot office tower and designated Chicago landmark. Taylor started her career as a Property Administrator before working her way up to Property Manager due to her exceptional tenant service and building knowledge. In addition to her responsibilities at Civic, she is also extremely active in community outreach, attending multiple events and actively planning key Transwestern-sponsored fundraising events.

Taylor Golub is Director, Acquisitions & Finance at Golub, where she leads the underwriting and evaluation of acquisition and development opportunities. She oversees financial analysis, site feasibility, and market research to support strategic investment decisions, bringing a disciplined and thoughtful approach to complex real estate transactions.

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE HANNAH (SAED) WARREN

FRIEDMAN LLP

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE TAYLOR OLLRY TRANSWESTERN

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE REBECCA SZARZYNSKI

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE TAYLOR GOLUB GOLUB & COMPANY

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

BELLA CAMPISE

AIGENTLESS

Bella Campise is CEO of Aigentless, an AIpowered self-guided tour (SGT) platform bringing a more customized, data-driven approach to apartment leasing. Inspired by her apartment search at Northwestern University, she recognized how outdated the process had become and the opportunity to transform it through AI.Designed for today’s renter, Aigentless delivers seamless, intelligent touring experiences that enhance engagement and drive results.

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

YASAMIN ENSHAEIAN

DL3 REALTY

Yasamin is a Senior Development Manager at DL3 Realty, where she leads the delivery of equitable, mixed-income housing across Chicago. A licensed architect with a multidisciplinary background spanning design, development, and public-sector collaboration, she brings a holistic approach to complex urban projects.

ENGINEERING FIRM OF THE YEAR

JACOB AND HEFNER ASSOCIATES

PINNACLE ENGINEERING GROUP

V3 COMPANIES

AND HEFNER ASSOCIATES

Jacob and Hefner Associates provides comprehensive, integrated services in civil engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting to support projects from concept through completion. Our civil engineering team delivers innovative site design solutions, including grading, drainage, utilities, and infrastructure planning tailored to each client’s needs. Our surveying professionals offer precise boundary, topographic, and construction layout services to ensure accuracy at every stage of development. Complementing these efforts, our environmental team provides due diligence, permitting, and compliance services, helping clients navigate regulatory requirements efficiently. Together, these disciplines allow us to deliver coordinated, high-quality solutions that drive successful project outcomes.

COMPANIES

Pinnacle Engineering Group provides infrastructure design services for some of the largest developments in the Midwest. While our technical expertise plays a large roll, we also seek to connect our clients with project opportunities. Our unique approach and ability to interject creative ideas have fueled firm success.We don’t measure success by the number of offices that we sit, rather by the number of relationships we have fostered. We understand the better our clients perform, the more opportunities we will have as a team.We invest in today’s project successes so we are always invited back for tomorrow’s opportunities.

V3 is your partner in reimagining our built and natural world. For over 40 years, our Commercial Real Estate experts have created actionable plans that solve today’s biggest land development issues, supporting you with site civil, transportation, environmental, wetlands, landscape architecture, survey, and planning services. As an employee-owned firm, we ensure shared project success. Led by the mindset of not “no” but “how,” our 450+ specialists deliver forward-thinking solutions across North America to make meaningful, effective change. With our designers, engineers, and scientists devoted to your goals, there’s no challenge we can’t conquer. Work with V3 and go beyond limits.

ENGINEERING FIRM OF THE YEAR PINNACLE ENGINEERING GROUP

ENGINEERING FIRM OF THE YEAR JACOB

ENGINEERING FIRM OF THE YEAR V3

REDEVELOPMENT - CHICAGO

ADVOCATE AURORA HEALTH –CHICAGO WEBSTER AMBULATORY OUTPATIENT AND SURGERY CENTER

QUEEN B CAFE

THE ATRIUM CLUB

THE FIELD SCHOOL

CIRCESTEEM

FORTY ACRES FRESH MARKET

REDEVELOPMENT - CHICAGO

ADVOCATE AURORA HEALTH – CHICAGO WEBSTER AMBULATORY OUTPATIENT AND SURGERY CENTER

The Advocate Aurora Health–Chicago Webster Ambulatory Surgery Center is a 41,000_square_foot, two_story interior buildout delivered in two coordinated phases. Phase one created an outpatient clinic within an existing structure shared with an active bank and a movie theater, including exam rooms, physical therapy, lab, imaging, and prefabricated staff spaces.

Developer: Advocate Health

Contractor: The Boldt Company

Lead Architect: HDR, Inc.

REDEVELOPMENT - CHICAGO

CIRCESTEEM

CircEsteem’s new facility transforms a historic two-story building into a vibrant, safe, and fully accessible training hub for youth circus arts. The rehabilitation includes upgraded structural, mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems, new training studios, support spaces, and improved circulation designed to meet modern codes and accessibility standards.

Contractor: Berglund Construction

Lead Architect: JGMA

REDEVELOPMENT - CHICAGO FORTY ACRES FRESH MARKET

Forty Acres Fresh Market is committed to making fresh, nourishing food accessible to communities that have long faced barriers to healthy options. The organization views groceries as deeply personal, recognizing that markets serve as vital social spaces where neighbors connect and communities strengthen. Its work is grounded in three pillars of accessibility. .

Developer: Westside Health Authority

Contractor: Milhouse Engineering and Construction

Lead Architect: Latent

REDEVELOPMENT - CHICAGO QUEEN B CAFE

Developer: Stelios Mitris and Tasos Chrysovergis

Contractor: All About Seating Inc, Contractors

Lead Architect: douglasDesign+associate inc

REDEVELOPMENT - CHICAGO THE FIELD SCHOOL

Contractor: ARCO/Murray

Lead Architect: SMNG A Ltd.

REDEVELOPMENT - CHICAGO THE ATRIUM CLUB

The Atrium Club at 25 E Washington is a compelling example of adaptive reuse within a historic, landmarked Chicago office building. The complex lowering of an underutilized lightwell repositions the elevator transfer ﬂoor as a hospitality-driven amenity hub, elevating both tenant experience and long-term asset value.

Developer: Aspire Properties

Contractor: Redmond

Lead Architect: geniant + Eastlake Studio

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST

EUROFINS

STOCKYARDS COLD

SUL4R-PLUS

BC FOODS TENANT IMPROVEMENT

KURV I-55 COMMERCE CENTER

LOGISTICENTER AT ROMEOVILLE

CHERRY HILL 21

UNIVERSITY PARK LOGISTICS CENTER

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST LOGISTICENTER AT ROMEOVILLE

This 460,428 sf Class A, divisible, speculative industrial building, located on a 43 acres site in Romeoville, IL, was developed by Dermody and constructed by Meridian Design Build. LogistiCenter at Romeoville is located at 251 S. Pinnacle Drive in the I-55 South industrial corridor.

Developer: Dermody

Contractor: Meridian Design Build

Lead Architect: Arete Design Studio

Poettker Construction partnered with SUL4R-PLUS to transform a vacant concrete ready-mix plant into a full-service fertilizer manufacturing facility, helping the company meet growing sales needs. With SUL4R’s product line being produced through gypsum, a by-product from coal-burning power plants, the 34acre site is optimally located near one of the region’s major power plants, enhancing product availability for growers in the Midwest.

Developer: SUL4R-PLUS, LLC

Contractor: Poettker Construction

Lead Architect: KPFF Consulting Engineers

This 970,123 SF speculative multi-tenant industrial building, located on a 75-acre site in University Park, IL, is being developed jointly by Hillwood and Clarius Partners and constructed by Meridian Design Build. The state of the art cross-dock facility is located just two minutes from a full interchange at I-57 and Stuenkel Road.

Developer: Hillwood Investment Properties and Clarius Partners, LLC

Contractor: Meridian Design Build

Lead Architect: Heitman Architects

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST

At Eurofins’ Tinley Park facility, Partners by Design set out to create a laboratory that performs at the highest technical level while still feeling like a place people want to come to work.

A 29,300 SF environmental testing lab serving the Chicago region, the space balances analytical precision with genuine human comfort — proving that rigor and warmth are not mutually exclusive, even in a highly specialized scientific environment.

Developer: Euroﬁns

Contractor: JCA

Lead Architect: Partners by Design

Every project leaves a legacy.

As neighborhoods, towns, and entire cities transform through the built environment, Pepper Construction is ensuring the impact we all have on the future supports a quality of life we can be proud of.

Leaving a legacy is not possible without our people. Pepper is proud to be recognized as one of Cincinnati Enquirer’s Top Workplaces, reflecting our commitment to building a better tomorrow through our investments in the employee experience. pepperconstruction.com/careers

Cherry Hill 21 is an 802,440 SF speculative industrial facility, expandable to 1.2 million SF, located on 47.44 acres in Joliet, Illinois. The building features a 40-foot clear height, 100 dock doors (expandable to 175), and 178 trailer parking stalls. Its strategic location near the I-80 and Laraway Road interchange, with close access to I-55 and the BNSF Railway mainline, provides exceptional regional and intermodal connectivity.

Developer: Northern Builders

Contractor: Northern Builders

Lead Architect: Harris Architects

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST EUROFINS

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST CHERRY HILL 21

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST STOCKYARDS COLD

Stockyards Cold at 3815 S. Ashland Avenue is a Class A cold storage facility located within Chicago’s McKinley Park and Stockyards Planned Manufacturing District. The 99,530 SF building supports over 15,500 pallet positions across freezer and cooler environments, enabled by 50-foot clear heights exceeding the 30 to 35-foot range typical of Chicago’s existing inventory.

Developer: Karis Cold

Contractor: Development Solutions, Inc.

Lead Architect: Ware Malcomb

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST KURV I-55 COMMERCE CENTER

In Q4 2025, Kurv Industrial delivered Kurv I-55 Commerce Center, two Class A industrial facilities totaling 292K SF in Romeoville. Kurv Industrial commenced construction on the site in 2024, which was formerly utilized for equipment storage and rock crushing operations. Kurv Industrial was chosen as the purchaser of this site due to its reputation as a preeminent developer within the Chicago region and its experience specifically in Romeoville with its Kurv Romeoville I development.

Developer: Kurv Industrial

Contractor: ARCO Murray

Lead Architect: Cornerstone Architects

INDUSTRIAL - SOUTH / SOUTH WEST BC FOODS TENANT IMPROVEMENT

BLC Construction completed a tenant improvement project for BC Foods at a 189,135 SF food processing facility. The project included 166,628 SF of warehouse space designed to support storage and third-party logistics (3PL) shipping operations. The relocation provided BC Foods with an additional 40,000 SF to expand operations and enhance 3PL capabilities.

Contractor: BLC Construction, LLC

Lead Architect: N/A

ARCHITECT / ENGINEER OF THE YEAR

JASON CEBULSKI, JACOB AND HEFNER ASSOCIATES

ADAM WILMOT, ZPD+A

DOUGLAS HAMMEN, DOUGLASDESIGN+ASSOCIATES INC

GABRIEL IGNACIO DZIEKIEWICZ, DESIGNBRIDGE LTD

ARCHITECT / ENGINEER OF THE YEAR GABRIEL IGNACIO DZIEKIEWICZ DESIGNBRIDGE LTD

Gabriel Ignacio Dziekiewicz is President and Principal of Design at DesignBridge, Ltd., an award-winning Chicago-based architecture and design firm. Since 2007, he has led the firm’s design direction, delivering nearly 2,000 housing units, with over 280 currently under construction. His work spans affordable and mixed-income housing, community-centered development, adaptive reuse, and civic projects. Gabriel is committed to advancing equitable development through thoughtful, context-driven design that strengthens communities..

ARCHITECT / ENGINEER OF THE YEAR

JASON CEBULSKI

JACOB AND HEFNER ASSOCIATES

Jason Cebulski is a Senior Project Manager at Jacob and Hefner Associates, where he has dedicated 12 years to leading a highperforming civil design team. Throughout his tenure, Jason has successfully managed and delivered countless industrial, commercial, and IOS developments. Known for his leadership, technical expertise, and client-focused approach, he consistently drives projects from concept through completion with efficiency and precision.

ARCHITECT / ENGINEER OF THE YEAR

WILMOT

Adam Wilmot, AIA, NCARB | Managing PrincipalAdam makes the improbable buildable. With decades of experience navigating complex zoning codes and evolving regulations, he transforms radical creative vision into realized, technically rigorous architecture. Adam leads a diverse, growing portfolio with a positive studio culture that thrives even amid industry-wide challenges — a testament to his leadership as much as his craft.

ARCHITECT / ENGINEER OF THE YEAR DOUGLAS HAMMEN

DOUGLASDESIGN+ASSOCIATES INC

Architect l designer l president, a 30-year architectural, planning, and interior design firm. Iowa State University, BA Architecture 1984 and Master of Architecture 1988. Outstanding Young Men of America 1989. Chairman’s Award for Team Excellence 199. AIA Merit in Interior Design Award 1997. AIA Excellence in Architectural Design Award 1997. SADI, Superior Achievement in Design and Imaging Award 2003Talk of the Town Excellence Award, Evergreen Park, 2011Talk of the Town Excellence Award, Oakbrook Terrace, 2012Store of the Year Award, silver, Retail Environments, 2017Showroom of the Year Award, silver, the MART, 2018

REAL ESTATE APPRAISER OF THE YEAR

ALEX ADAMS, XANDRA LLC

RANDAL DAWSON, CBRE, INC.

Alex Adams, is founder and President of Xandra, LLC, a woman-owned appraising and consulting firm. She has been actively engaged and immersed in the real estate profession for over 25 years and is licensed in several states. Prior to her appraising career, Alex worked for Prudential and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Based in the greater Chicagoland area, Xandra’s geographic coverage extends from Chicago, its suburbs and counties to nationally.

Randal Dawson, MAI, FRICS, CRE, NACD.DC is Vice Chairman at CBRE Valuation & Advisory Services and National Leader of the Litigation Support & Dispute Practice Group. With over 30 years of experience and more than 500 expert witness engagements, he specializes in complex litigation support, multi-asset portfolio valuation, and strategic counseling across commercial, healthcare, and special-use properties.

REAL ESTATE APPRAISER OF THE YEAR RANDAL DAWSON CBRE, INC.

REAL ESTATE APPRAISER OF THE YEAR

ALEX ADAMS XANDRA LLC

LENDER OF THE YEAR

BYLINE BANK MESIROW

Byline’s Commercial Real Estate Group (BCREG), headquartered in Chicago, provides first mortgage construction, bridge and permanent loans secured by properties in the Chicagoland area as well as nationwide for Tier One customers. Since 2014, BCREG has closed $3 billion in commitments for its target market, focusing on multifamily (including student housing and active adult), industrial, self-storage and retail properties.

Mesirow is a privately held financial services company based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is employee-owned and 100% of voting shares are held by employees. Mesirow provides investment management, capital markets, wealth management and investment banking services. Mesirow was founded in Chicago, Illinois in 1937. The firm now has offices in 21 cities around the world, including London and Hong Kong.Mesirow SASB CMBS has built a reputation for excellent execution on smaller balance transactions with particular notoriety given to it’s support of the transaction by investing withing the Horizontal Risk Retention portion of the capital stack.

LENDER OF THE YEAR BYLINE BANK

LENDER OF THE YEAR MESIROW

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEARINVESTMENT

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD

EASTDIL SECURED, L.L.C.

INTERRA REALTY

JLL CHICAGO MULTI-HOUSING TEAM

TRITON REALTY GROUP THE BOULDER GROUP

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

MATTHEW FRITZSHALL, HARRISON COHEN TRITON REALTY GROUP

Matthew Fritzshall and Harrison Cohen form one of Chicago’s most dynamic multifamily investment sales teams. Fritzshall brings 15+ years of brokerage expertise and a rare owner-operator perspective, having co-founded Triton Realty Group in 2016 to replace the traditional brokerage model with a collaborative, client-first culture. Cohen, who began his career as an attorney, complements that foundation with disciplined deal-making, sharp analytical instincts, and a forward-thinking eye for uncovering value others miss. Together, they combine block-by-block neighborhood mastery with legal precision and deep investor relationships — delivering consistently strong outcomes across Chicago’s North and Northwest Side multifamily and mixed-use markets.

The Chicago team of Eastdil Secured, L.L.C. successfully executed a series of complex transactions exceeding over $500 million across a variety of asset classes and ownership objectives, demonstrating the team’s ability to adapt and innovate to provide value for our clients and the greater Chicago real estate community. These sales represented the largest office sale (600 West Chicago), the second-largest multifamily sale (Fulbrix), and the largest retail trade in the CBD (The Shops at Tribune Tower).

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

MICHAEL PAGLIARI, BRYAN ROSENBERG, DAVID CAPRILE, ALEX CARON, DONALD KELLY EASTDIL SECURED, L.L.C.

& WAKEFIELD

Over the past year, Cushman & Wakefield’s Industrial Advisory Group (IAG) team of Mike Tenteris, Adam Tyler, Jim Carpenter and Megan Barker continued to cement themselves as the foremost experts in industrial investment sales across the Midwest region. Their market knowledge and expertise allowed them to provide exceptional services to groups like Affinius, Blackstone, Granite REIT, High Street, LXP, Opus and Clarion, among many others. In 2025, the team completed 26 transactions, spanning 16 million square feet, with total transaction volume reaching $1.6 billion.

JLL CHICAGO MULTI-HOUSING TEAM

JLL Capital Markets’ Chicago multifamily team—led by Managing Directors Mark Stern and Kevin Girard, alongside Senior Director Zach Kaufman—specializes in multifamily investment advisory across Chicago and the Midwest. With over 50 years of combined experience, the team has driven significant regional market share growth and executed more than $2 billion in acquisitions. Their backgrounds include leadership roles at Waterton, Equity Residential, Blackstone’s LivCor Residential, and Deloitte. Together, they bring deep expertise in acquisitions, investment sales, and strategic advisory across the multifamily sector.

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

RANDY BLANKSTEIN, TJIMMY GOODMAN, JOHN FEENEY THE BOULDER GROUP

With over 30 years of combined experience in the Chicago suburban multifamily market, the Kennelly–Waterloo team at Interra Realty brings deep local knowledge and strong industry relationships to every transaction. The team is led by Managing Partners Patrick Kennelly and Paul Waterloo, who have worked together since 2017, alongside Director Nathan Zito, who joined in 2022, and Associate Andrew Stassi, who joined in 2025. Locally born and raised, the team has extensive expertise across Chicago’s major suburban counties and parts of Northwest Chicago. Their collaborative approach ensures clients stay informed about market trends, available opportunities and recent closings.

The Boulder Group is a boutique investment real estate services firm specializing in single tenant net lease properties. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in suburban Chicago with an office in Denver, the firm provides brokerage, advisory, and financing services to high net worth individuals, developers, REITs, and institutional funds. Having arranged over $11 billion in net lease transactions, the firm has ranked among the top 10 nationally for single tenant retail transactions from 2013 through 2025 per CoStar and MSCI Real Capital Analytics. Its quarterly net lease market research is widely considered one of the industry’s most referenced benchmarks.

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

JIM CARPENTER, MIKE TENTERIS, ADAM TYLER, MEGAN BARKER CUSHMAN

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

PATRICK KENNELLY, PAUL WATERLOO, NATHAN ZITO, ANDREW STASSI INTERRA REALTY

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

MARK STERN, KEVIN GIRARD, ZACH KAUFMAN

GOVERNMENT / COMMUNITY FACILITY

BRAMSEN TROPICAL FORESTS AT BROOKFIELD ZOO CHICAGO

HARMONY SQUARE - THE VILLAGE OF TINLEY PARK

HIGHLAND PARK SENIOR CENTER

JERSEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

METRA LOWER SOUTH

WATER STREET ENTRANCE AT MILLENNIUM STATION

OSWEGOLAND PARK DISTRICT OPERATIONS BUILDING

GOVERNMENT / COMMUNITY FACILITY

BRAMSEN TROPICAL FORESTS AT BROOKFIELD ZOO CHICAGO

The $66 million Bramsen Tropical Forests at Brookfield Zoo Chicago opened July 11, 2025 and is one of the largest primate habitats in the United States, and the first outdoor habitat for gorillas. The two-story indoor and outdoor experience features approximately 125,000 square feet of naturalistic habitats for gorillas, orangutans, and other primates, including a dramatic two-story glass viewing wall that creates a nose-to-nose guest experience with the Gorilla Dayroom.

Developer: Brookﬁeld Zoo Chicago

Contractor: Pepper Construction

Lead Architect: Goettsch Partners

GOVERNMENT / COMMUNITY FACILITY

HIGHLAND PARK SENIOR CENTER

The City of Highland Park Senior Center project involved the 30,000-square-foot renovation of an existing facility to improve accessibility, functionality, and user experience. The project included reconfiguration of both upper and lower levels, with updated finishes, furnishings, and building systems.

Contractor: Leopardo Construction

Lead Architect: Holabird & Root

GOVERNMENT / COMMUNITY FACILITY

HARMONY SQUARE - THE VILLAGE OF TINLEY PARK

Harmony Square, Village of Tinley Park transformed 3.5 acres of downtown into a dynamic 1.6-acre plaza with three signature buildings: Teehan’s Tavern, Durbins Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, and a Hospitality Center with year-round programming. Completed in July 2025, the site features a performance stage, winter ice-skating rink, Studio 67 VIP spaces, and modern infrastructure upgrades.

Developer: The Village of Tinley Park

Contractor: R.C. Wegman

Lead Architect: Lakota Group and Tria Architects

GOVERNMENT / COMMUNITY FACILITY

OSWEGOLAND PARK DISTRICT OPERATIONS BUILDING

The Oswegoland Park District Administration and Operations Center is a 30,000-square-foot ground-up facility in Oswego, Illinois, delivered as part of a broader capital improvement program. The project includes a one-story administrative building integrated with a pre-engineered operations structure, requiring coordination between distinct construction systems.

Contractor: Leopardo Construction

Lead Architect: Dewberry Architects

GOVERNMENT

/ COMMUNITY

FACILITY JERSEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

By nearly doubling its footprint, this expansion transforms the library into a modern community hub while honoring its heritage. The addition introduces specialized zones, including a dedicated teen room with gaming, four study suites, an expanded adult fiction wing, and enhanced digital resources.Architecturally, the project meticulously honors the original 1904 Carnegie style

Developer: Jerseyville Library

Contractor: S. M. Wilson & Co.

Lead Architect: Farnsworth

GOVERNMENT

/ COMMUNITY FACILITY

METRA LOWER SOUTH WATER STREET ENTRANCE AT MILLENNIUM STATION

The renovation to Millennium Station’s Lower South Water Street entrance is part of a multiyear investment in the Metra Electric Line. The project includes ADA improvements, new entrances with enhanced visibility, upgraded waiting areas, restrooms, staff offices, and new employee facilities. Infrastructure upgrades include replacing staircases, canopies, and elevators, along with new lighting, seating, signage, and digital train-tracking displays.

Developer: Metra

Contractor: PREMIER Design + Build Group

Lead Architect: GFT

PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

ANDRE SHAKOM, PEAK PROPERTIES

CHARLIE HASSON, ARCO/MURRAY

DREW HEINZMANN, STERLING BAY

JEFF MANIACI, CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

JOSH REUTER, HIFFMAN NATIONAL

LACEY MCKENZIE, TW CHICAGO

MCKINLEY GEIGER, MCSHANE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

TONY BOHR, CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

DREW HEINZMANN STERLING BAY

Drew Heinzmann is a project manager at Sterling Bay responsible for leading developments from initial budgeting and entitlements through construction completion. He supports deal analysis, oversees design and entitlement processes, manages development budgets and schedules and leads construction execution.

Prior to joining Sterling Bay, Drew spent eight years at Turner Construction, advancing from engineering assistant to project manager.

PROJECT MANAGER OF

THE YEAR

JEFF MANIACI

CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Jeff Maniaci’s exceptional character, technical expertise, and leadership make him highly deserving of Project Manager of the Year. In 2025, Jeff played a pivotal role on high-profile projects, including Brookfield Zoo’s Bramsen Tropical Forests habitat, securing additional work at the zoo, as well as TimeLine Theatre, and Illinois Tech projects. His architecture background and hands-on approach allow him to span nonprofit, private, and public sectors while delivering client-focused guidance.

Josh Reuter is Associate Director of Workplace Solutions at Hiffman National, where he supports the continued growth of the firm’s Workplace Solutions team as part of its comprehensive national service platform. With nearly three decades of experience in architecture and workplace design, Josh brings a strong background in strategic planning, space optimization, and client-focused project delivery. Prior to joining Hiffman National, he held roles at leading architectural firms including Shive-Hattery, Ware Malcomb, CannonDesign, Partners by Design, and Rafael Viñoly Architects. Josh earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from Norwich University.

In 2025, Tony Bohr celebrated five years with Cullen CM successfully expanding his capacity to lead several high-profile projects simultaneously. He serves on the Marketing Lead Team, contributing to business development efforts and strengthening client relationships. As Technical Services MEP Lead, Tony leverages his expertise to ensure high-quality project outcomes on large campus projects, efficient coordination, and client satisfaction. He joined ILMCA to further industry engagement, amplifying Cullen CM’s presence.

PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

TONY BOHR

CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

JOSH REUTER

HIFFMAN NATIONAL

PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

LACEY MCKENZIE

TW CHICAGO

Lacey McKenzie is a Senior Project Manager at TW Chicago who led over 25 projects that totaled over $10 million in construction volume in 2025 alone. Since joining the firm in 2018, she has delivered complex corporate, hospitality, and commercial buildouts while cultivating strong, lasting client partnerships. Known for her positive attitude, steady leadership, and commitment to mentoring emerging project engineers and project managers, Lacey elevates both project outcomes and team performance.

PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

Andre Shakom is a Capital Projects & Inspection Specialist at Peak Properties, where he supports project execution and drives consistency across inspections and capital work. Known for his attention to detail and technical expertise, he has improved inspection standards through SnapInspect templates and team training. While Andre embraces tools like AI, he believes nothing replaces being on-site from the basement to the roof.

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PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR MCKINLEY GEIGER

MCSHANE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

As Senior Project Manager, McKinley oversees multiple project teams in the execution of industrial projects across the country. Since joining McShane in 2016, he has worked on 16 projects totaling 4.5 million square feet.McKinley is a graduate of Iowa State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

PROJECT MANAGER OF THE YEAR

CHARLIE HASSON ARCO/MURRAY

Charlie Hasson is a Senior Project Manager at ARCO/Murray, specializing in multifamily construction. Since joining ARCO in 2018, he has managed ground-up projects ranging from luxury apartments and senior living to large mixeduse communities, often on tight sites and fast schedules. A mechanical engineering graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Charlie coordinates MEP systems, spots design issues early, and helps keep projects on budget and on schedule.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

LAURENCE WEINER

Laurence Weiner is the Chair of 56 Maple and co-founder of Marc Realty, one of Chicago’s longstanding commercial real estate firms. He founded Marc Realty in 1976 with his brother, Elliot Weiner, and helped build the company into a diversified real estate platform with a portfolio spanning office, retail, multifamily, and mixed-use assets. A graduate with honors from the University of Illinois in Accountancy, Mr. Weiner also earned his J.D. from Loyola University Chicago, combining accounting discipline, legal training, and entrepreneurial judgment into a career defined by patient investment and long-term ownership.

From the beginning, Mr. Weiner approached business with a simple philosophy: work hard, live modestly, honor partnerships, and focus on buying well. That discipline helped Marc Realty build a reputation for creativity and durability across multiple market cycles. Over the course of his career, he has worked with large publicly traded institutions, private investors, local entrepreneurs, lenders, brokers, tenants, and family-owned businesses, treating each relationship with the same level of respect and seriousness. Whether investing in equity, debt, or structured opportunities across the capital stack, his focus has remained consistent: identify good assets, good partners, and sound risk-adjusted value.

Beyond Marc Realty, Mr. Weiner has supported entrepreneurs in real estate and other industries through 56 Maple and his broader investment platform. He helped co-found Chicago Athletic Clubs and has advised, backed, and mentored business builders across a range of sectors. Through these efforts, Mr. Weiner has remained deeply committed to Chicago’s commercial life, supporting the businesses, neighborhoods, and civic fabric that allow people to live, work, gather, and build lasting communities. His background in accounting, law, real estate, and operating has shaped a practical and disciplined investment style, one rooted less in financial engineering and more in judgment, relationships, and an understanding of how businesses endure.

Of all that Mr. Weiner has helped build, he is especially proud of the community that grew around Marc Realty. The company has been home to multiple generations of employees and their families, including grandparents, parents, children, and grandchildren. Employees have built careers, gotten married, started families, and grown alongside the business. That sense of loyalty and continuity is central to how he measures success.

A true family business, Marc Realty and the broader family platform now include the next generation. Today, Mr. Weiner works alongside his son, Joshua Weiner, his nephew, Solomon Weiner, and other family members, who will continue to carry forward the values of hard work, partnership, loyalty, and long-term stewardship that have defined his career.

PREVIOUS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

2025 LEE GOLUB

Lee Golub, Managing Principal, is a key leader at Golub & Company, where he drives the company’s pursuit of high-profile development opportunities nationwide. Under his guidance, the firm has experienced notable growth across various property sectors and geographical markets. Lee provides leadership to the development group, ensuring the quality of ground-up construction projects. Additionally, he offers valuable insights to the asset management and marketing executives, contributing to the sustained value of each property. As a member of Golub’s Executive Committee, Lee guides the company’s strategy, decision-making, and relationship-building efforts.

2024 ALBERT M. FRIEDMAN

Albert M. Friedman, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Friedman Properties, Ltd., is recognized as a top real estate developer, Chicago’s leading preservationist, and one of the city’s most respected civic leaders. Mr. Friedman’s high-profile projects have earned him national recognition for his visionary practice of adaptive re-use and his leadership in the renaissance of Chicago’s River North neighborhood. Friedman’s passion for the City of Chicago and his unique commitment to civic-minded development have shaped his company’s growth over the past 50 years. Now a full-service real estate development firm, Friedman Properties owns and manages more than 50+ properties totaling over 5 million SF throughout the Chicago area and has been instrumental in the redevelopment and integration of 12 full city blocks.

2023 G. JOSEPH COSENZA

G. Joseph Cosenza is a Vice Chairman, Director and one of the four original principals of The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2018. Joe has held his real estate broker’s license since 1968, the year Inland incorporated. As Vice Chairman of The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC and President of Inland Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC, he currently supervises an extensive staff engaged in property acquisitions and due diligence. Also a consultant to other real estate entities and lending institutions, Joe has personally overseen, and/or negotiated, the purchase of more than $54 billion of income-producing real estate, in over 3,900 individual deals, of which over 700 are in the Greater Chicagoland Area.

PREVIOUS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

2023 DANIEL L. GOODWIN

CEO of The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc., headquartered on a 28-acre campus in Oak Brook, Illinois. The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies specializes in creating, developing and supporting separate real estate investment and financial companies. Inland has owned and managed hundreds of millions of square feet of commercial property in all real estate sectors, including Retail, Office, Industrial and Apartments, in 49 states. With 50 years of experience in real estate investing, commercial real estate brokerage, real estate securities, land development, construction and mortgage banking and commercial lending, Inland is one of the nation’s largest commercial real estate and finance groups.

Robert D. Parks is a Director of The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC and one of its four original principals. Mr. Parks is also a Director of Inland Real Estate Investment Corporation and a Director of Inland Private Capital Corporation.

Robert H. Baum has been with The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC and its affiliates since their inception and is one of the four original principals. He is a Vice Chairman and is Executive Vice President and General Counsel of The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC. In his capacity as General Counsel, Mr. Baum is responsible for the supervision of the legal activities of The Inland Real Estate Group, LLC and its affiliates. This responsibility includes the supervision of the Inland Law Department and serving as liaison with outside counsel.

2023 ROBERT D. PARKS

2023 ROBERT H. BAUM

2022 BOB CLARK

In 1984, Bob Clark founded Clayco as a start-up construction company. In that first year, Clayco’s revenue reached $1 million. Since then, Clark has grown Clayco into one of America’s top 20 building companies with revenues near $5 billion for 2021 with 2,500 employees.

Clayco specializes in real estate development, engineering, architecture and construction in Industrial, Corporate, Institutional and Residential markets in communities across North America. As Executive Chairman, Clark spearheads the company’s strategy, vision and recruiting.

2021 JOEL CARLINS

Joel Carlins, founder of Magellan Development Group LLC, has been instrumental in the company’s growth and continuing success. Carlins experience includes supervising the overall activities of the development group, from acquisition of raw land through financing, property development, design and construction. Carlins attended the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts and holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Illinois and a Juris Doctor of Law degree from DePaul University. He is a member of the Sigma Delta Chi professional journalism society. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois and the Virgin Islands, and has practiced law throughout the United States as well as several foreign countries.

2020 JIM MCSHANE

James (“Jim”) McShane is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The McShane Companies, an integrated real estate development and construction firm that he established in 1984.

Over the course of the company’s history, Jim’s leadership, creativity and intuitive knowledge of development and design/build construction propelled the McShane organization to achieve recognition and success on a local, regional and national basis. Headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, the firm currently operates offices in Auburn, Alabama; Irvine, California; Phoenix, Arizona; and Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio, Texas.

CITY / COUNTY OF THE YEAR

CITY OF PEKIN

ELK GROVE VILLAGE

JOLIET

VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN

ESTATES

VILLAGE OF OSWEGO

VILLAGE OF ROMEOVILLE

OF OSWEGO

Oswego has continued to see extraordinary residential and commercial growth over the past 14 months. After averaging more than 400 new residential units annually between 2022-2024, Oswego outpaced itself in 2025 with 534 new units (valued at $97.6 million) which was comprised of 267 single family homes, 163 townhomes, and 104 multi-family units. This had a correlating effect on commercial development with 29 building permits valued at $13.5 million. Major new construction projects include Trader Joe’s, HomeGoods, Gas N Wash, Dunkin, Starbucks, and Valvoline. Noteworthy commercial buildouts include Candy Cloud, Crumbl, Daiso, Nori Sushi, Scooter’s Coffee, Skechers, and Woodie’s Wings.

ESTATES

Over the past year, the Village of Hoffman Estates has focused on large-scale redevelopment. Following the demolition of the 2.4 million-square-foot former Sears headquarters, vertical construction began on the Compass Datacenters campus a $10B project. Concurrently, Microsoft continued the expansion of its data center facilities, a $500M+ project, at Lakewood and Hoffman Boulevard. Bell Works Chicagoland advanced its transition into a mixed- use destination through renovations of the west portion of campus and the start of 164 luxury townhomes. Additionally, the Chicago Marriott Northwest completed a full interior renovation, featuring the opening of Bar Louie as a primary dining anchor.

CITY / COUNTY OF THE YEAR VILLAGE

CITY / COUNTY OF THE YEAR

VILLAGE OF HOFFMAN

CITY

THE YEAR CITY OF PEKIN

Pekin advanced key development and infrastructure projects, including the purchase of 1,000 acres north of the city for homes, businesses, and infrastructure, with plans for up to 3,000 new homes. The Riverway Business Park is partnering with Epic Medical on a medical manufacturing facility. The city approved a 34-unit duplex development and continued East Court Village’s retail revitalization, attracting major tenants and activating small shop spaces for local business growth.

VILLAGE OF ROMEOVILLE

The $250 million Edward Rose project, consisting of senior living and apartments, broke ground in the last 14 months, which is easily the largest multi-family project being developed in Will County right now. Additionally, Roman Health closed on a 260,000 square foot lease, bringing high quality jobs and investment to our community. A lease of this size for research and development is a rare thing. Finally, after 13 years of being vacant, we have successfully repurposed an old Dominick’s into a VASA Fitness, providing a key anchor in a shopping center that is actively being revitalized.

ELK GROVE VILLAGE

JOLIET

Nicholas & Associates began construction of the Elk Grove Ice Arena, a new 86,000-square-foot indoor ice facility featuring two NHL-sized rinks, a restaurant, and a physical therapy clinic - a $27 million investment. Two retail outlots are also planned as part of this development. Wingspan Development completed construction of two new retail buildings at The Vue, a 10-acre, $100 million mixed-use development. Adjacent to this development, the Village began construction of a pedestrian bridge over Arlington Heights Road to Busse Woods. Stream Data Centers broke ground on their 1.5 million square foot data center campus, an investment of over $588 million dollars.

Downtown revitalization: Murphy Building conversion; City Square and Chicago Street redevelopment. Residential growth: Prairie Landing and Vista Ridge. Rock Run Collection super-regional expansion: The View, Chipotle, Hollywood Casino, Ricky Rockets (under construction), Chick-fil-A (under construction), Mapletree Investments: 418,880 SF logistics facility + 276,000 SF warehouse, New interchange connecting I-80 to downtown via Chicago Street, 795-acre conditional annexation for Joliet Technology Center data center, ~1M SF retail, industrial, and office space under construction, Boulevard Place: 500,000+ SF retail/restaurant, anchored

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CITY / COUNTY OF THE YEAR

UNION / TRADE ASSOCIATION MEMBER

OF THE YEAR

AGUSTIN A. FERNANDEZ, ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT COUNCIL # 1 OF ILLINOIS TRAINING CENTER

MIKE HUDSON, BULLEY & ANDREWS MASONRY RESTORATION

UNION/TRADE ASSOCIATION MEMBER

AGUSTIN A. FERNANDEZ

ADMINISTRATIVE DISTRICT COUNCIL # 1 OF ILLINOIS

TRAINING CENTER

Agustin A. Fernandez Proud husband and father of 2. P.C.C. Union Trade member for 26 years. P.C.C. Trade Instructor for 3 years. I enjoy every day to the fullest and I’m laser focused on my apprentices to make sure they absorb all the knowledge I have to offer them, and all of this is possible with the great supporting network of all my coworker instructors.

UNION/TRADE ASSOCIATION MEMBER

MIKE HUDSON

BULLEY & ANDREWS MASONRY RESTORATION

Mike Hudson is a dedicated union Pointer, Cleaner, and Caulker who has proudly served in the trade since 1986. Beginning his career as an apprentice in the masonry restoration field, he developed deep technical expertise and a strong work ethic that propelled him into leadership roles. Over the years, he advanced to jobsite foreman, where he led crews with precision and integrity, and later became an instructor at the trade school, mentoring the next generation of craftsmen.

OFFICE - SUBURBAN

MEDLINE, NORTHBROOK

WHEELS CHICAGOLAND CAMPUS

POWER HOME REMODELING GROUP

SOUTHLAND CARE COORDINATION PARTNERS

OFFICE - SUBURBAN POWER HOME REMODELING GROUP

TW Chicago served as General Contractor for the 32,000 SF corporate interiors buildout for Power Home Remodeling Group, the nation’s largest full-service exterior home remodeler. Delivered as an MEP design-build project, our team led extensive mechanical coordination, relocating 42 existing heat pumps while requiring only one new unit. .

Contractor: TW Chicago

Lead Architect: Arcadis

With employees spread across multiple Chicago-land locations, Wheels sought to consolidate into a single location that embodied the unified vision of “One Wheels.” The challenge extended beyond real estate consolidation; it needed to be an environment where employees could thrive and create experiences. The new workplace accommodates 1,020 employees, supporting future growth while maintaining an efficient footprint..

Contractor: ECI

Lead Architect: Whitney Architects

OFFICE - SUBURBAN WHEELS CHICAGOLAND CAMPUS

OFFICE - SUBURBAN SOUTHLAND CARE COORDINATION PARTNERS

A thoughtfully designed 5,200 SF corporate office buildout that transforms a vacant and underutilized building into a vibrant, efficient workplace. This project not only revitalizes the existing structure but also establishes a strong, visible brand presence, creating a welcoming and dynamic environment for both team members and visitors.

Developer: Southland Care Coordination Partners

Contractor: ABOJ Contractors

Lead Architect: douglasDesign+associate inc

OFFICE - SUBURBAN MEDLINE, NORTHBROOK

Developer: Medline Industries, Inc.

Contractor: Power Construction

Lead Architect: Ware Malcomb, AOR

GREEN / LEED DEVELOPMENT OF THE YEAR

HEARTLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE NET ZERO AGRICULTURE COMPLEX

HYDE PARK LABS THE PIERCE

The Pierce, at 7 W Van Buren in Oak Park, IL is a 44-unit, six-story netzero multifamily development designed by Ware Malcomb for the Oak Park Residence Corporation. The project features five wood-frame stories over a precast podium with parking and lobby, plus rooftop amenities overlooking the Chicago skyline and Columbus Park. .

Developer: Oak Park Residence Corporation

Contractor: Synergy Construction Group

Lead Architect: Ware Malcomb, AOR

Heartland Community College’s Net Zero Agriculture Complex serves as a central Illinois hub for sustainable innovation and agricultural advancement. The 29,500-square-foot facility stands as Illinois’ first net-zero community college building, meaning it produces enough energy to offset annual energy use.The complex occupies a former homestead that the college leased to local farmers.

Contractor: River City Construction

Lead Architect: Legat Architects

Delivered in 2025, Hyde Park Labs is a 13_story, purpose_built advanced research and development facility located in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood on the South Side. Developed by Beacon Capital Partners and Trammell Crow Company, the 300,000_square_foot building brings together university researchers, startups, and industry partners to accelerate innovation in life sciences, deep tech, and quantum computing.

Developer: Trammell Crow Company and Beacon Capital Partners

Contractor: Power Construction and UJAMAA Construction Inc.

Lead Architect: Elkus Manfredi Architects

GREEN / LEED DEVELOPMENT OF THE YEAR THE PIERCE

GREEN / LEED DEVELOPMENT OF THE YEAR HYDE PARK LABS

BROKER OF THE YEARLEASING

JASON WURTZ, NAI HIFFMAN

KELLY DISSER, NAI HIFFMAN

WILLIAM HIMMELSTEIN, TENANT ADVISORY GROUP LLC

MATTHEW STAUBER, COLLIERS

PERRY HIGA, NAI HIFFMAN

LAURA PERLMAN, DARWINPW REALTY/CORFAC INTERNATIONAL

MANDY LEWANDOWSKI, DARWINPW REALTY/CORFAC INTERNATIONAL

BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING

JASON WURTZ

NAI HIFFMAN

Jason J. Wurtz is a Principal serving as an Executive Vice President with NAI Hiffman Office Services. He leads a team of real estate professionals representing owners and users in the acquisition, disposition and leasing of commercial real estate. Jason has worked nationally with his team for corporate users such as Midas and World Kitchen, and has a specialty focus in Chicago’s Suburban Office Markets.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING

KELLY DISSER

NAI HIFFMAN

Kelly Disser is an Executive Vice President with the Industrial Services Group of NAI Hiffman. Kelly leads a team who represents private companies, owners, financial institutions, investors and developers in the acquisition, disposition, development and leasing of industrial real estate assets, investments and land. Since 2008, he has completed in excess of 400 transactions exceeding $3.1 Billion in transaction value.Kelly’s unique experiences and fierce competitive drive enable him to achieve and exceed his clients’ goals.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING

LAURA PERLMAN

DARWINPW REALTY/CORFAC INTERNATIONAL

Laura Perlman, Associate with DarwinPW Realty/ CORFAC International, began her career with PW Commercial Real Estate in 2018, before the firm merged with Darwin Realty in 2022. Mainly focusing on industrial clients, Laura considers herself a generalist in commercial real estate, as her networks and past experiences draw her to different assets. Prior to earning her Illinois Real Estate Brokers License in 2018, Laura worked in various roles with companies in their initial start-up or expansion phases. Born and raised in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, Laura currently resides in the West Loop.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING

WILLIAM HIMMELSTEIN

TENANT ADVISORY GROUP LLC

Bill Himmelstein is the Founder & CEO of Tenant Advisory Group, a tenant and buy/ sell-side commercial real estate firm. Bill has completed over $1B in transactions, with his typical clients including professional service firms, manufacturers and physicians. Bill has guest lectured at colleges, spoken on behalf of the City of Chicago, and was a founding member of two entrepreneurial organizations.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING

MATTHEW STAUBER COLLIERS

Colliers’ Vice Chair Matthew Stauber is a 32year veteran of the industry known for his successful track record representing corporate and entrepreneurial users on complex industrial transactions. His grasp of market fundamentals, coupled with his client-first approach, consistently yields best-in-class results for his clients.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING PERRY HIGA

NAI HIFFMAN

Perry Higa has represented commercial real estate occupiers for more than 37 years, delivering strategic, client-focused advisory services that align real estate decisions with broader corporate business and operational goals. His consultative approach integrates workplace strategy, human resources, technology, and space planning to support client objectives both locally and nationwide.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - LEASING MANDY LEWANDOWSKI

DARWINPW REALTY/CORFAC INTERNATIONAL

Mandy Lewandowski joined DarwinPW Realty/ CORFAC International in 2013. In her first 18 months as a tenant/owner broker, she executed over 100 transactions representing over 15 properties. Through tenacity and hard work, Ms. Lewandowski has quickly established herself as a leading leasing representative throughout the Chicagoland area.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

AJ MARKOWSKI, DRAPER AND KRAMER, INCORPORATED

ANTHONY RODRIGUEZ, DREXEL PROPERTIES

AUGUSTUS COLETTI, DRAPER AND KRAMER, INCORPORATED

JEFFREY CARR, RMK MANAGEMENT

JONAH GUTMAN, FARBMAN GROUP

PAT DAWSON, HIFFMAN NATIONAL

SAM ENGLISH, PEAK PROPERTIES

ENES SKRETOVIC, PEAK PROPERTIES

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

AJ MARKOWSKI

DRAPER AND KRAMER, INCORPORATED

AJ Markowski has been with Draper and Kramer, Incorporated since 2020, was promoted to the role of Property Manager in 2025 at Wrigleyville Lofts. In 2025, he also enjoyed a personal promotion -- that of new dad to his first child, Jackson Markowski.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

AUGUSTUS COLETTI

DRAPER AND KRAMER, INCORPORATED

Augustus “Guy” Coletti began his career as a property maintenance professional with Draper and Kramer, Incorporated, before becoming a property manager.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

ANTHONY RODRIGUEZ DREXEL PROPERTIES

Anthony Rodriguez is currently a Director of Operations at Drexel Properties in Chicago, where he leverages a diverse background in hospitality, construction, and real estate operations to oversee property management, tenant relations, and compliance. His career reﬂects a blend of customer service expertise, technical building knowledge, and crisis management experience

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

JONAH GUTMAN FARBMAN GROUP

Jonah Gutman is a commercial real estate professional and Property Manager at Farbman Group, one of the Midwest’s most respected real estate firms, where he oversees the management of commercial properties across the Illinois market. A graduate of Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business with a degree in Finance, Jonah brings sharp analytical skills and financial discipline to every asset he manages.

Enes has been with Peak Properties for four years and currently serves as a Property Manager for the Evanston portfolio, overseeing approximately 700 units. In addition to property management, he supports leasing efforts across select buildings, helping residents find the right home while building strong, lasting relationships.

Enes is passionate about delivering exceptional service and takes pride in creating a positive living experience for every resident.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

Jeff Carr is a dedicated property manager who has worked for RMK Management for more than six years. Since 2022, he has been property manager of Viridian on Sheridan, a 100-unit mixed-use community in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. Operating as a one-person management team, he is responsible for leasing, renewals, budgeting, financial reporting, vendor oversight and capital improvements.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

Pat Dawson is a Property Manager with Hiffman National, bringing nearly a decade of experience in commercial property management. He oversees all facets of day-to-day operations for four office buildings, including client and tenant relations, vendor coordination, project management, accounting, and leasing support. Pat leads the preparation of weekly and monthly ownership reports, including executive summaries, financial variance analyses, and full reporting packages. PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE

Sam English is the onsite Property Manager for four of Peak Properties’ mid-rise assignments. He oversees day-to-day operations including maintenance, vendor coordination, renewals, resident communications, capital improvements, financial reporting, budgeting, and ownership relations. Sam is passionate about creating safe, comfortable homes for residents while building trust through responsive and thoughtful management.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - MALE

Speakers:

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - MALE

MATTHEW OLSEN, MESIROW

CONNOR DALE, NAI HIFFMAN

SHANE RACHMAN, CROSS STREET

NATHAN ZITO, INTERRA REALTY

TONY COGLIANESE, CBRE

YOUSSEF NAFE, HUNTINGTON CONSTRUCTION

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - MALE

YOUSSEF NAFE

HUNTINGTON CONSTRUCTION

Youssef Nafe is a rising professional at Huntington Construction, where he has quickly established himself as one of the company’s most dedicated and driven team members. Known for his strong work ethic, proactive mindset, and genuine desire to see the company succeed, Youssef brings energy and commitment to every project he touches. He is always the first to volunteer, consistently goes beyond what is asked of him, and approaches every challenge with focus and determination.

Tony Coglianese, Senior Vice President at CBRE, is a transformative leader in Chicago’s commercial real estate and tech sectors. A former “Rookie of the Year” and one of the youngest SVPs in firm history, Tony’s impact is historic: he personally negotiated the two largest Chicago headquarter relocations of the past decade. Over the last 24 months, Tony and his partners have closed over 2M SF of downtown transactions.

Matthew Olsen is a Managing Director leading the securitized Commercial Real Estate (CRE) lending team. The team’s primary focus is on Single Asset Single Borrower (SASB) securitized CRE loans, Commercial Real Estate Collateralized Loan Obligations (CRECLO) and Ground Lease Financing (GLF). Matthew is also heavily involved in other aspects of the firm’s structured debt offerings, including Credit Tenant Lease loans, Federal Lease Revenue Bonds, mezzanine, and residual value financing.

the firm in

Connor has built a strong reputation for his financial and analytical approach to commercial real estate advisory. He leverages in-depth market research, property data analysis, and investment reporting to provide clients with strategic insights across a range of office asset types.

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - MALE

CONNOR DALE

NAI HIFFMAN

Connor Dale is a Senior Associate Broker with NAI Hiffman, specializing in office leasing across the East/West Corridor and I-55 Corridor. Since joining

2022,

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - MALE MATTHEW OLSEN MESIROW

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - MALE TONY COGLIANESE CBRE

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - MALE

SHANE RACHMAN CROSS STREET

Shane Rachman is President of Cross Street, leading the company’s strategic growth across sales, leasing and property management. Since founding the firm, Shane has driven its expansion into a fully integrated real estate platform, overseeing key acquisitions, including the incorporation ofPeak Properties. Under his leadership, Cross Street has ranked among the country’s fastest-growing companies and continues to scale its portfolio and market presence in Chicago, Denver and Cleveland.

EMERGING LEADER OF THE YEAR - MALE NATHAN ZITO INTERRA REALTY

Nathan Zito, 29, is a multifamily investment sales broker at Interra Realty specializing in apartment and mixed-use investment properties throughout the Chicagoland suburbs. He advises middlemarket investors on acquisition and disposition strategies, helping clients structure transactions that support long-term portfolio growth. Known for his collaborative and solutions-oriented approach, Nathan represents both buyers and sellers and guides clients through every stage of the transaction process—from valuation and marketing strategy to negotiations and closing.

RETAIL - SUBURBAN

BLUFISH SUSHI

BRUNCH CITY CAFE

EGG REPUBLIC

EXP

FOX HAVEN SQUARE

NEW LENOX SPORTS COMPLEX PHASE 1

OLD MONROE DISTILLING CO.

WEDDING & TASTING VENUE

PUTTSHACK SKOKIE

THE JAMES & ELIZABETH

BRAMSEN TROPICAL FORESTS AT BROOKFIELD ZOO CHICAGO

RETAIL - SUBURBAN THE JAMES & ELIZABETH BRAMSEN TROPICAL FORESTS AT BROOKFIELD ZOO CHICAGO

With the James & Elizabeth Bramsen Tropical Forests at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, it’s a new day for primate care and visitor experiences. For the first time, western lowland gorillas, Bornean orangutans and South American monkeys enjoy expansive outdoor habitats in Tropic World. The three-acre complex adds forested habitats, indoor day rooms, visitor shelters, the Gorilla Conservation Center and the King Conservation Leadership Academy.

Contractor: Pepper Construction

Lead Architect: Goettsch Partners

- SUBURBAN

Blufish Sushi is an 8,027-square-foot interior restaurant buildout featuring a vibrant sushi bar, modern dining room, and expansive outdoor patio. Designed to deliver an immersive dining experience, the space blends contemporary elegance with traditional Japanese inﬂuences. A custom-imported bonsai tree anchors the sushi bar, complemented by bespoke artwork installations and intricate detailing throughout.

Contractor: TW Chicago

Lead Architect: Dunne Kozlowkski

- SUBURBAN

Fox Haven Square is a transformative 7.5-acre mixed-use lifestyle development redefining the commercial landscape of St. Charles, Illinois. Strategically located at the prominent intersection of East Main Street and North Kirk Road, the project revitalizes a long-vacant site and introduces a vibrant, experience-driven destination to the city’s underserved east side.

Developer: G-Ninety Family Oﬃce

Contractor: G4 Construction Group

Lead Architect: Ware Malcomb

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BLUFISH SUSHI

RETAIL

FOX HAVEN SQUARE

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- SUBURBAN

OLD MONROE DISTILLING CO. WEDDING & TASTING VENUE

Poettker Construction served as the general contractor for the Old Monroe Distilling Co., a boutique, rustic venue in Columbia, IL. The 21,000-SF facility features a tasting room, indoor and outdoor lounge, two prep kitchens, elevator, bridal and groom suites, offices and event space with a capacity of 858. The ceremony hall features 60” chandeliers and 60’x15’ glulam trusses with exposed tongue-and-groove ceilings.

Developer: Old Monroe Distilling Co.

Contractor: Poettker Construction

Lead Architect: Andrew R. Roehl Architect

RETAIL - SUBURBAN PUTTSHACK SKOKIE

Puttshack Skokie transforms a vacant two-story former Lord & Taylor box at Westfield Old Orchard into a 30,000+ SF, tech-infused mini golf and dining anchor. Four nine-hole courses, Trackaball™enabled scoring, Challenge Suites, and a full commercial kitchen are woven into a dramatic interior that overlooks the open-air mall.

Contractor: ARCO/Murray

Lead Architect: Gensler

RETAIL - SUBURBAN

NEW LENOX SPORTS COMPLEX PHASE 1

The New Lenox Sports Complex is a premier multi-sport destination, featuring 29 baseball, softball, and soccer fields, a 4,300 SF beer garden restaurant, two 1,500 SF concession buildings, and a 7,800 SF maintenance facility. Developed for the Village of New Lenox, the complex enhances community recreation and tourism while serving as a hub for youth and amateur sports.

Developer: Northern Builders

Contractor: Northern Builders

Lead Architect: JLG Architects

- SUBURBAN EXP

The EXP Experience Center project involved the design and construction of a 25,170 SF immersive entertainment destination in Rosemont’s Pearl District. The facility serves as an anchor attraction in the Village’s growing entertainment corridor, housing virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences designed to redefine family entertainment.

Developer: Village of Rosemont

Contractor: Peak Construction Corporation

Lead Architect: Gravity Architecture and Design

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EGG REPUBLIC

Developer: Jon and Mirie Pinjolli

Contractor: ALBA Construction

Lead Architect: douglasDesign+associate inc

CITY CAFE

Developer: Bledi and Luma Sadiku

Contractor: All About Seating Inc, Contractors

Lead Architect: douglasDesign+associate inc

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RETAIL - SUBURBAN BRUNCH

REAL

ESTATE LAWYER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

ELIZABETH O’BRIEN, LEVENFELD PEARLSTEIN, LLC

HEIDI AZULAY, BCLP

LAVON JOHNS, RILEY SAFER HOLMES & CANCILA LLP

LISA SAUER, CLARK HILL PLC

LAVON JOHNS

RILEY SAFER HOLMES & CANCILA LLP

LaVon M. Johns is a partner at Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila LLP (RSHC) and leads the firm’s Business Transactions practice group, where she has established herself as both a dealmaker of the highest caliber and a builder of institutional capacity. LaVon M. Johns is not simply a commercial real estate attorney—she is a transformative force in an industry where complex challenges demand creative, sophisticated solutions.

With 25+ years of experience representing lenders, developers, and owners, Lisa has earned a reputation as one of Chicago’s most trusted and versatile real estate attorneys. Her work is focused on real estate financing, representing both lenders and borrowers, as well as commercial leasing. An ACMA Fellow and recognized among The Best Lawyers in America® for Real Estate Law (2026), Connect CRE Women in Real Estate (2025), Legal500 Chicago Elite – Banking and Finance (2025) and Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Women in Law (2024),

Heidi Azulay is a leading transactional real_estate and finance lawyer advising REITs, emerging_ growth companies, and institutional and developer clients on acquisitions, dispositions, development, complex leasing, financings, joint ventures, and restructurings across nearly every asset class. Borrowers rely on her counsel in sophisticated secured and unsecured credit facilities, agency and construction financings, and corporate and personal finance transactions involving senior and junior debt.

Elizabeth O’Brien is partner in and leader of LP’s Real Estate Practice Group. She represents clients in acquisitions and dispositions, development transactions, and construction financing, as well as retail, office and industrial leasing. Bringing a pioneering spirit to the commercial real estate industry, Elizabeth is an innovative leader and a successful dealmaker.

HEIDI AZULAY BCLP

ELIZABETH O’BRIEN LEVENFELD PEARLSTEIN, LLC

MULTIFAMILY / SENIOR

ALBANY TERRACE AND IRENE

MCCOY GAINES

ENCUENTRO SQUARE

LUCCA FOX VALLEY

THE PIERCE AT 7 VAN BUREN

THE VIEW AT ROCK RUN COLLECTION

MULTIFAMILY / SENIOR ENCUENTRO SQUARE

Encuentro, in Spanish, means “to gather,” “to connect,” “to engage”—principles embodied in Encuentro Square, a new sustainable, affordable development at the western mouth of Chicago’s 606 green pedestrian trail. Standing within a gentrifying area, two vibrant new buildings provide 89 affordable homes and social spaces to anchor a more inclusive future.

Developer: Evergreen Real Estate Group, LUCHA

Contractor: Leopardo Construction, All Construction Group

Lead Architect: Canopy

MULTIFAMILY / SENIOR

THE PIERCE AT 7 VAN BUREN

Ware Malcomb provided architectural and interior design services for a 44_unit multifamily development consisting of five wood_frame stories over a precast podium with parking and a lobby. The project features a rooftop amenity space with views of the Chicago skyline and Columbus Park, topped by a solar panel array that both provides shade and generates the power needed for Net_Zero performance.

Developer: Oak Park Residence Corp.

Contractor: Synergy Construction Group

Lead Architect: Ware Malcomb, AOR

MULTIFAMILY / SENIOR ALBANY TERRACE AND IRENE MCCOY GAINES

Developer: The Michaels Organization, Chicago Housing Authority

Contractor: Skender, Blackwood Group

Lead Architect: Canopy

MULTIFAMILY /

THE VIEW AT ROCK RUN COLLECTION

The View at Rock Run Collection (The View) is a multifamily development by Cullinan Properties within the 310-acre Rock Run Collection in Joliet, Illinois. Phase I delivers 264 residential units across three garden-style buildings, along with a clubhouse, three parking garages, retention ponds, and supporting infrastructure on a 30-acre site, with PREMIER Design + Build Group leading construction in collaboration with Humphreys and Partners Architects.

Developer: Cullinan Properties

Contractor: PREMIER Design + Build Group

Lead Architect: Humphries & Partners Architects

MULTIFAMILY /

LUCCA FOX VALLEY

Lucca Fox Valley, by Atlantic Residential, Focus, Centennial, and Affinius, is part of a collaborative endeavor to reimagine the Fox Valley Mall in Aurora, IL. Lucca features 323 luxury rental apartments and an impressive 55,000 square feet of new public space. With its unmatched blend of luxury and convenience, Lucca stands as a testament to a new era of sophisticated experiences in Aurora.

Developer: Atlantic Residential, Focus, Aﬃnius, Centennial

Contractor: Focus Construction

Lead Architect: HKM Architecture

SENIOR

BROKER OF THE YEARINVESTMENT

ADAM PINES, MADISON ROSE

ALEX MALZONE, NORTHMARQ

FRANK MONTALTO, INSTITUTIONAL PROPERTY

ADVISORS (IPA), A DIVISION OF MARCUS & MILLICHAP

HARRISON COHEN, TRITON REALTY GROUP, LLC

JOE SMAZAL, INTERRA REALTY

MATT GARLAND, CAWLEY COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

SARAH JAFFE, CROSS STREET

YOLANDA JEFFRIES, LUX LIFE REALTY

MATTHEW FRITZSHALL, TRITON REALTY GROUP, LLC

MARK AHMAD, CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

ALEX MALZONE NORTHMARQ

Alex Malzone is a senior vice president on Northmarq’s Midwest Multifamily Investment Sales team based in Chicago. He focuses on secondary and tertiary markets in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Alex plays a critical role in originating, marketing and closing transactions, while also helping to grow the firm’s Investment Sales platform throughout the region.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

MATTHEW FRITZSHALL

Matthew Fritzshall is the co-founder of Triton Realty Group and an active owner and operator of multifamily and mixed-use investment properties throughout Chicago’s North and Northwest Side neighborhoods. Since entering the industry in 2009, he has focused exclusively on the sale and acquisition of apartment and mixed-use assets, completing more than $650 million in total transaction volume.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

SARAH JAFFE

Sarah Jaffe is a Senior Broker and Sales Leader at Cross Street. Known for her strong communication, attention to detail, and negotiation expertise, she consistently delivers results while building lasting client and industry relationships. Sarah is passionate about helping clients navigate complex real estate decisions and takes pride in exceeding expectations at every stage of the transaction.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT YOLANDA JEFFRIES

LIFE REALTY

Yolanda Jeffries, capital strategist, is building across Chicago, Northwest Indiana, and Atlanta. Founder of Lux Life Realty, a certified MBE/WBE firm, she operates as a vertically integrated leader spanning brokerage, capital structuring, and development execution. As a licensed Mortgage Loan Originator and Managing Broker across Illinois, Indiana, and Georgia, she structures capital stacks blending private equity, bond financing, and public-private partnerships.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT MATT

GARLAND

CAWLEY COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Matt Garland is a Senior Vice President at Cawley Commercial Real Estate, specializing in industrial acquisitions, dispositions, and development throughout the O’Hare and I-55 corridors. With more than fourteen years of experience across both the public and private sectors, he advises private owners, corporations, and institutional clients on investment sales, land transactions, and buyer and tenant representation.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

Joe Smazal is a Senior Managing Partner at Interra Realty and one of Chicago’s leading middlemarket multifamily investment sales brokers. Since beginning his brokerage career in 2012, he’s sold more than 250 properties totaling over 5,700 units and more than $1 billion in transaction volume. Joe joined Interra in 2014 from one of the nation’s largest real estate investment services firms. In addition to his brokerage work, he mentors junior brokers, leads training initiatives and contributes to Interra’s strategic growth.

Mark Ahmad is a commercial real estate specialist with CENTURY 21 Circle, focusing on investment properties throughout the Chicagoland market. He represents a range of asset classes, including multifamily, mixed-use, retail, and development sites, and is known for advising clients on complex transactions across both urban and suburban markets. Ahmad has built a reputation for identifying strategic opportunities, positioning assets effectively, and navigating negotiations to deliver results for investors.

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT HARRISON COHEN

TRITON REALTY GROUP, LLC

Harrison Cohen joined Triton Realty Group after several years practicing law at two major Chicago law firms. His legal background, strong work ethic, and organized approach have shaped his disciplined style in multifamily real estate brokerage. Since 2017, Harrison has closed over 100 multifamily and mixed-use property sales totaling over 800 units and $125 million in investment value across Chicagoland.

Frank Montalto has spent nearly a decade with IPA Capital Markets, leveraging deep relationships with national, regional, and local capital providers to secure debt and equity solutions across multifamily, office, industrial, retail, senior housing, and self-storage assets. Before joining IPA, he managed a multibillion-dollar lending portfolio for an international financial institution, strengthening his expertise in credit and portfolio strategy.

From a leadership standpoint, Adam is deeply invested in developing the next generation of brokers. He actively mentors multiple young professionals within Madison Rose, teaching not just leasing mechanics, but judgment, preparation, and accountability. His approach emphasizes long-term career durability over short-term wins, reinforcing a culture of excellence and stewardship.Adam represents a new model of brokerage leadership: analytically strong, operationally disciplined, community-minded, and committed to modernizing both buildings and the business itself.

JOE SMAZAL INTERRA REALTY

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

MONTALTO INSTITUTIONAL PROPERTY ADVISORS (IPA), A DIVISION OF

MARCUS & MILLICHAP

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

MARK AHMAD

CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

BROKER OF THE YEAR - INVESTMENT

ADAM PINES

MADISON ROSE

REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR

CLARK HILL PLC

GINSBERG JACOBS

GOULD & RATNER LLP

HONIGMAN LLP

LEVENFELD PEARLSTEIN, LLC

POLSINELLI

Gould & Ratner is a Chicago-based law firm known for combining legal expertise with practical business insight to deliver sophisticated, solution-focused counsel across corporate, real estate, litigation, tax, employment, and emerging industry matters. The firm’s multidisciplinary approach ensures clients receive coordinated, strategic advice tailored to their business goals by coordinating across practice areas to provide cohesive, strategic counsel..

Polsinelli’s nationally recognized Real Estate Practice handles all aspects of real estate deals – from acquisition through development, construction, debt and equity financing, leasing and disposition. With decades of experience and a broad array of knowledge in all aspects of the real estate industry, Polsinelli attorneys recognize both the opportunities and challenges that real estate matters present to clients. The group has been involved in office, industrial, student housing, retail, mixed-use, resort and hospitality, data centers, multifamily and single-family residential transactions in virtually every state in the country.

REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR

GOULD & RATNER LLP

REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR POLSINELLI

GINSBERG JACOBS

Ginsberg Jacobs LLC is a highly experienced and client-focused commercial real estate law firm.We practice in the areas of acquisitions and dispositions of property, commercial finance, construction & development, corporate, leasing, litigation, private equity & joint ventures, tax credits & opportunity zones, taxation, telecom, and workouts & restructurings – all related to the commercial real estate industry.At Ginsberg Jacobs, we provide comprehensive and effective real estate solutions to help our clients achieve their goals.Building your vision. This is why we do it.

Clark Hill’s team of 80 professionals nationwide offers comprehensive services throughout every phase of real estate transactions.Notable projects: the bankruptcy sale of a low-income housing portfolio in Chicago. Bringing a historic Chicago theater development to fruition after decades of community efforts. The acquisition of nearly two acres in the Fulton Market District for a $1 billion, three-building project. Their expertise extends to transactions involving shopping malls, as well as educational, medical, and life science developments.Through their extensive experience and multidisciplinary approach, Clark Hill continues to deliver value and innovative solutions across a diverse array of real estate projects.

Honigman is an Am Law 200 full-service firm with 400+ attorneys advising clients across 60+ practices. Real estate has been a core strength since our founding in 1948, and our practice was nationally ranked Tier 1 in Real Estate in 2026 by Best Lawyers. In 2024 and 2025, our team of 60+ attorneys completed more than 1,260 transactions totaling over 50 million square feet and $21.5 billion dollars in value. Our work spans every state and covers the full spectrum of real estate matters, including development, construction, financing, acquisitions and dispositions, leasing, incentives, environmental matters and real estate tax appeals.

LP is best-known for embedding itself with its clients, becoming a trusted extension of their business leadership and legal teams. As a national practice comprised of 30+ attorneys, paralegals, and legal coordinators, LP’s Real Estate Practice Group handles commercial real estate matters nationwide, including acquisitions and dispositions, joint venture transactions, real estate development, commercial leasing, real estate tax structuring, and debt and equity financing. Clients regularly praise the group’s responsiveness and appreciate LP’s ability to advise on the potential impacts of the deal on the client’s overall portfolio.

REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR

REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR HONIGMAN LLP

REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR CLARK HILL PLC

REAL ESTATE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR

LEVENFELD PEARLSTEIN, LLC

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

JOCELYN BONILLA, DANIEL MANAGEMENT GROUP

CHARLOTTE GESLAIN, PEAK PROPERTIES

VENESSA MENCHACA CASTRO, PEAK PROPERTIES

JULIA HORAN, TRANSWESTERN

DAWN BISHOP, RMK MANAGEMENT CORP.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE JOCELYN

BONILLA DANIEL MANAGEMENT GROUP

Jocelyn Bonilla started in the property management industry in 2019. She has wellrounded experience across multiple roles, beginning in leasing, then Assistant Property Manager, and now as a Property Manager with DMG. She has a strong passion for property management because it allows her to work closely with people and play a meaningful role in the place they call home. She enjoys building positive relationships with residents, supporting property operations, and being part of a collaborative team environment.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE CHARLOTTE GESLAIN PEAK PROPERTIES

Charlotte Geslain is a Regional Property Manager at Peak Properties. She started as a Property Manager in 2022 and was promoted at the end of 2025 after her last successful takeover. Known for her hands-on leadership, strategic mindset, and communication, Charlotte specializes in stabilizing complex properties and improving financial performance for clients. Following her successful takeover of Peak’s largest property to date, she was promoted to Regional Property Manager effective 2026.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

BISHOP

Dawn Bishop is a dedicated property manager with more than 25 years of service to RMK Management Corp. Dawn currently serves as the property manager of Halsted Flats, a 270-unit high rise in Chicago’s Northhalsted neighborhood. Prior to this role, she managed eight properties for RMK throughout Chicago and its suburbs. The Chicago native is active as a judge in the Chicagoland Apartment Marketing & Management Excellence (CAMME) Awards, and she also has earned various industry awards for resident satisfaction and management.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

Julia serves as Vice President and is the General Manager of 500 West Madison. She oversees and optimizes capital budgets totaling $10 million with efficiency and strategic insight, serving as a trusted partner to clients and tenants. With over 15 years of experience in property management, Julia has successfully managed a diverse portfolio of properties, ranging from expansive multi-building campuses to upscale downtown high-rises and historic Class A properties.

PROPERTY MANAGER OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

Venessa is a dedicated Property Manager at Peak Properties known for her strong leadership, operational excellence, and commitment to protecting asset performance. She takes a proactive approach to managing her portfolio, balancing resident experience with ownership priorities while ensuring properties operate efficiently and effectively. Venessa is recognized for her organization, accountability, and ability to navigate complex situations with practical, solutions-driven thinking.

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BROKER TEAM OF THE YEARLEASING

CBRE COLLIERS

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELDSCHNEIDER TEAM - LEASING

JOE BRONSON TEAM

TRANSWESTERN

SAVILLS

The 20-year partnership between Colliers’ Frederick Regnery and Brian Kling stands among the most successful in commercial real estate today. The duo is known for their creative dealmaking skills and a commitment to delivering market leading results for their clients.

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - LEASING

STEVE SCHNEIDER, ANDY HEYMANN, PRESLEY NORBY, CHIP EVANS

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD - SCHNEIDER TEAM - LEASING

Steve Schneider, Andy Heymann, Presley Norby and Chip Evans form one of Cushman & Wakefield’s most successful and disciplined office tenant representation teams. 2025 marked a significant period of production, with more than 650,000 SF completed in Chicago, including transformative assignments for Nexstar Media and Jackson National Life, each exceeding 100,000 SF. These transactions required innovative strategies to navigate evolving workplace models and optimize long term ﬂexibility. By integrating Cushman & Wakefield’s workplace strategy, project management, and financial analysis capabilities, the team delivers holistic solutions that extend far beyond traditional brokerage and reinforce their role as trusted advisors.

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - LEASING BRIAN KLING, FREDERICK REGNERY COLLIERS

We are the top tenant advisory team in the suburban markets by a wide margin, have the top market share and are a top 10 team in CBRE globally. We are fierce advocates to our clients while using

Executive Vice Presidents Joe Stevens and Steve Degodny are members of the Transwestern Agency Leasing team with 35 and 30 years of experience, respectively. Stevens and Degodny generate value for owners across the Chicagoland area, advising and representing on the acquisition, repositioning and leasing of commercial real estate properties. Focuses include the implementation of creative marketing and leasing programs, acquisition analysis, market and trend analysis, and business development. Some of the properties Stevens and Degodny represent, both as individuals and together, include Continental Towers, Naperville Corporate Center, Columbia Centre III, 8765 West Higgins, Orrington Plaza, and 360 East 22nd Street.

The Savills US brokerage team, led by Joe Learner and Robert Sevim, oversaw over 3.1 million square feet of leasing deals valued at over $1 billion. A significant success was the complex negotiation for the power and engineering firm Sargent & Lundy. The Savills team secured a 380,000-square-foot headquarters relocation and a 55,000-square-foot suburban expansion. This transformative project was honored as “Deal of the Year” in 2025.

Paddy Dwyer is a Vice President of Industrial Services at NAI Hiffman, serving as a resource and advisor for his clients in need of real estate assistance in the O’Hare and Central DuPage submarkets. Through his persistent prospecting and constantly evolving market intelligence, Paddy creates connections with end users and investors which last beyond deal close.Joe Bronson, an Executive Vice President at NAI Hiffman and a shareholder of the firm, has been in the commercial real estate industry for more than 20 years. He specializes in representing private owners, tenants and investors in their commercial property needs.

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - LEASING JON SPRINGER, ANDREW KAPLAN, TOM HOLLINDEN, GARY FAZZIO, KAI TRIPPE, ERVINA KRIZANAC, TABITH DOZIER, TANJA PRVULOV CBRE

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - LEASING JOE STEVENS, STEVE DEGODNY TRANSWESTERN

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - LEASING

JOE LEARNER, BERNICE RAMOS

SAVILLS

BROKER TEAM OF THE YEAR - LEASING

JOE BRONSON, PADDY DWYER

NAI HIFFMAN – JOE BRONSON TEAM

SUB-CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR

CHICAGO VOICE AND DATA AUTHORITY CORP

CURRAN CONTRACTING

SUB-CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR CHICAGO VOICE AND DATA AUTHORITY CORP

SUB-CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR CURRAN CONTRACTING

Chicago Voice and Data Authority (CVADA), founded in 2015 by Cristina Beran, is a certified MBE/WBE/DBE low-voltage contractor and IBEW Local 134 signatory. As the first female Hispanic-owned firm recognized by Local 134, CVADA delivers high-quality structured cabling, fiber, AV, security, fire alarm, and DAS solutions. Driven by integrity, craftsmanship, and innovation, the company has achieved consistent growth while maintaining exceptional project performance. Under Cristina’s leadership, CVADA champions workforce development and diversity through mentorship and industry initiatives, making a lasting impact on both project outcomes and the construction community.

Curran Contracting is a leading site development contractor specializing in earthwork, underground utilities, soil modification, and asphalt manufacturing and paving. Serving commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects, Curran is known for delivering complex projects with precision, safety, and efficiency. With vertically integrated operations and a self-perform approach, the company maintains strong control over quality, schedule, and performance. Now celebrating its 90th year, Curran continues to build on a legacy of craftsmanship, innovation, and safety leadership. The company remains committed to a people-first culture while delivering reliable infrastructure solutions for the communities and clients it serves.

MOST SIGNIFICANT INVESTMENT SALE TRANSACTION

1447 N DEARBORN PARKWAY

2244 N. KENMORE

EASTDIL SECURED, L.L.C.

ILLINOIS QUANTUM & MICROELECTRONICS PARK

PARK 88 SALE

VALLEY LO TOWERS

WEBSTER SQUARE APARTMENTS

Interra Realty brokered the $10 million sale of 1447 N. Dearborn Parkway, the Gold Coast’s long-vacant “phantom building.” The rare eight-unit, 45,000-square-foot luxury condominium property had remained largely unoccupied for decades despite its prime location, attracting curiosity from residents and investors alike. Interra Director Colin O’Malley represented the seller, while Director Max Grossman represented the buyer. Through a targeted marketing campaign, Interra generated strong investor interest, attracting more than 60 property tours and multiple offers before ultimately securing a buyer who plans to complete the residences and deliver new ultra-luxury condominium inventory to the Gold Coast.

CBRE’s Goldwasser team represented US Steel in a $80 million, 430-acre sale to Related Midwest, to enable the development of PsiQuantum at the Illinois Quantum & Microelectronics Park, a newly established technology campus on Chicago’s South Side. Related Midwest will construct America’s first million-qubit, faulttolerant quantum computer at the site, including a dedicated cryogenic cooling plant. The transaction required coordinating a multi-stakeholder public-private partnership involving the State of Illinois, the City of Chicago, Cook County, and two major research universities. Construction began March 2026, anchoring a campus projected to generate thousands of jobs.

In what was one of the larger deals closed in 2025, Colliers Jeff Devine, Steve Disse, and Tyler Ziebel represented TradeLane in its sale of Park 88 Logistics Center at 400 and 410 Smoke Tree Plaza in North Aurora, IL, to Ares Industrial Management, a leading owner and operator of logistics facilities.

2244 N. KENMORE

The $5,800,000 off-market sale of 2244 N. Kenmore Avenue involved a six-unit center-entrance apartment building in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood featuring spacious, condoquality units with modern layouts following a full renovation. The transaction was brokered by Triton Realty Group’s Matthew Fritzshall, who represented the seller—marking the first property sale in the seller’s 29-year portfolio-building history—and Harrison Cohen, who represented the buyer. The deal proved to be market-defining, achieving the highest recorded sale price for a property of its size in the submarket and establishing a new benchmark for boutique multifamily assets in Lincoln Park.

EASTDIL SECURED, L.L.C.

Eastdil Secured, L.L.C. was engaged by Sterling Bay and Morgan Stanley to solicit offers for the purchase of 600 West Chicago, a 1.63 million square foot, multi-tenant creative office property. The eight-story asset sits along the Chicago River near River North and Goose Island and is one of the largest office buildings in Chicago. At the time of sale, the Property was 56.0% leased. Family office, 3Edgewood, acquired the Property for $145,000,000, representing the largest downtown Chicago office sale since early 2022 and one of the largest office transactions completed in the city in recent years.

Valley Lo Towers is a 112_unit multifamily community at 1920 Chestnut Ave. in Glenview, Illinois. Northmarq’s Midwest Multifamily Investment Sales team — Parker Stewart, Dominic Martinez, Alex Malzone and Jake Lamb — partnered with the firm’s Debt + Equity team, led by Patrick Minea, to secure the $45.5 million sale and acquisition financing. Northmarq represented the seller, Marquette Companies, and arranged permanent fixed_rate financing for the buyer, Heartland Realty Investors Inc., through its in_house Fannie Mae DUS platform.

Triton Realty Group brokered the $35,750,000 sale of Webster Square Apartments, a landmark mixed-use property located at 558 W. Webster Avenue in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. The property features 75 luxury apartments above four ground-ﬂoor retail spaces on a prominent corner across from Oz Park. The transaction was brokered by Matthew Fritzshall, President and Managing Broker of Triton Realty Group, and Harrison Cohen, Senior Vice President and Principal, who represented both the buyer and seller. The sale highlights continued investor demand for well-located mixed-use assets in Chicago’s core neighborhoods and Triton Realty Group’s ability to successfully execute complex investment transactions.

MOST SIGNIFICANT INVESTMENT SALE TRANSACTION IN 2025

INVESTMENT SALE TRANSACTION IN 2025 VALLEY LO TOWERS

BUILDING SERVICE COMPANY OF THE YEAR

BEVERLY COMPANIES

CRESCENT CLEANING COMPANY

Crescent Cleaning Company is a Chicago-based commercial cleaning and facility services provider supporting premier office buildings, life science campuses, museums, public venues, and educational institutions. With more than 50 years of industry experience, Crescent delivers high-performance cleaning programs that prioritize health, sustainability, and operational efficiency. The company combines modern equipment, safer cleaning technologies, and advanced workforce training to elevate service quality and protect building assets. Known for its collaborative, service-driven approach, Crescent works closely with property managers and facility teams to maintain safe, healthy, and welcoming environments for tenants, visitors, and the communities these buildings serve.

Beverly Companies has been raising the bar for full-service landscaping and snow removal in Chicago for over 27 years. Our award winning services include landscaping, snow removal, paving, and topsoil. Excellence in landscaping starts here. We are your property’s one stop shop for all landscaping and snow removal services. From the design stage to installation, and maintenance throughout the year, we are there to make sure your property looks amazing. We have the capacity and experience to make your property beautiful no matter the season!

BUILDING SERVICE COMPANY OF THE YEAR BEVERLY COMPANIES

BUILDING SERVICE COMPANY OF THE YEAR CRESCENT CLEANING COMPANY

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

CAWLEY COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

COLLIERS

DANIEL MANAGEMENT GROUP

DREXEL PROPERTIES

FARBMAN GROUP

FLAHERTY & COLLINS

GOLUB & COMPANY

HIFFMAN NATIONAL

PEAK PROPERTIES

STERLING BAY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

TRANSWESTERN

WESTWARD360

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

FLAHERTY & COLLINS

Flaherty & Collins Properties is a premier full-service real estate developer, builder, and manager based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 1993, the firm specializes in high-profile, mixed-use urban infill developments that revitalize communities. With a portfolio exceeding $4 billion, they operate across the nation, managing thousands of luxury multifamily units.The company is renowned for its “all-under-one-roof” approach, integrating development, construction, and property management to ensure seamless execution. By focusing on public-private partnerships and innovative architectural design, Flaherty & Collins creates vibrant residential spaces that offer resort-style amenities and foster long-term economic growth in downtown districts.

Hiffman National was founded in 2018 after requests for the NAI Hiffman management services platform on a nationwide level. The firm’s property management, facility management, accounting services, lender services, project services, and lease administration capabilities are available across the office, industrial, medical office, and retail asset types.Hiffman’s leadership group consists of industry veterans John Heiberger (President and CEO), Michael Flynn (COO), Puja Doshi (CFO), Carrie Szarzynski (Senior Managing Director, Head of Management Services), Sarah Cannella (Managing Director, Head of Strategy and Development), Gail Vermejan (Managing Director, Head of Operations), and Dave Petersen (Chairman of the Board of Directors).

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR HIFFMAN NATIONAL

WESTWARD360

Westward360 began in 2005 inside a partner’s apartment with a simple belief: property management could be smarter, more accountable, and more owner-focused. We partner with owners aligned with our standards, systems, and long-term vision. We know Chicagoland—its neighborhoods, regulations, market cycles, and opportunities—because we live and work in them every day. That local expertise allows us to protect investments, improve performance, and drive long-term value for our clients. We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve—and we are owners ourselves,15% of our portfolio is Westward360 owned. The same seasoned team that manages our own properties manages yours.

Farbman Group is a full-service real estate firm founded in 1976 and headquartered in metro Detroit, providing property management, leasing, brokerage, construction, development, and receivership services across the Midwest. With nearly five decades of experience and 35 million square feet under management, Farbman brings institutional-grade expertise with an entrepreneurial, hands-on approach. In Illinois, the firm manages several million square feet of commercial assets spanning office, industrial, retail, and medical properties. Farbman has also served as court-appointed Receiver for distressed Illinois properties, delivering stabilization and value recovery with precision. Affiliated with NAI Global, Farbman combines local market depth with worldwide reach.

Bay Property Management oversees building operations and tenant relations across an 8.6M SF portfolio of Class A commercial properties. The team delivers comprehensive property operations including maintenance oversight, vendor management, budgeting, capital planning, sustainability initiatives, tenant engagement and risk mitigation.SBPM partners closely with leasing, asset management and ownership teams to support occupancy, tenant retention and long-term asset performance. The platform emphasizes hospitality-driven service, proactive operational planning and data-informed decision-making to enhance tenant satisfaction and property value. Through innovation, community engagement and disciplined operational execution, SBPM delivers high-performing, tenant-focused environments that support ownership goals and neighborhood vitality.

Drexel is a Chicago_based property management company built on a simple idea that residents deserve to feel taken care of and owners deserve to feel confident their investment is being protected and elevated.That means smart leasing strategies, proactive maintenance, great community relationships, and communication that actually solves problems. Our residents stay longer, our units perform better, and our buildings age gracefully.What sets us apart is the level of attention we bring. We’re hands_on, we’re responsive and we don’t hide behind layers of bureaucracy. Owners get clarity. Residents get consistency. And the buildings themselves get better year after year.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR STERLING BAY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Sterling

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

DREXEL PROPERTIES

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

FARBMAN GROUP

DANIEL MANAGEMENT GROUP

COLLIERS

Daniel Management Group (DMG) is a Chicago-based real estate firm focused on multifamily investment and management. DMG combines the personal touch and creative solutions of a boutique management company with institutional-level experience, protocols, and technology. DMG takes a long-range view to create value for our residents and clients. DMG also works closely with DMG Leasing to help clients navigate the dynamic world of multifamily leasing. DMG Leasing provides dependability, ﬂexibility, and stability. Whether a client’s goals are to maintain occupancy or increase it on an existing property or a new development, DMG Leasing offers a detail-oriented and service-minded approach.

& COMPANY

Golub & Company has cultivated a reputation as an active, skilled owner, developer and property manager. The firm is recognized as an industry leader with an effective, hands-on approach from seasoned professionals with high-profile real estate experience. Golub and its affiliates have owned, leased or managed more than 75 million square feet of commercial, mixed-use and multifamily real estate properties, including 45,000 residential units, valued in excess of $20 billion located across the U.S. and internationally. For more information, please visit https://golubandcompany.com/.

Colliers is a global diversified professional services and investment management company. Operating through three industry-leading platforms – Real Estate Services, Engineering, and Investment Management – we have a proven business model, an enterprising culture, and a unique partnership philosophy that drives growth and value creation. For 30 years, Colliers has consistently delivered approximately 20% compound annual returns for shareholders, fueled by visionary leadership, significant inside ownership and substantial recurring earnings. With $5.5 billion in annual revenues, a team of 24,000 professionals, and $108 billion in assets under management, Colliers remains committed to accelerating the success of our clients, investors, and people worldwide.

Transwestern is a full-service commercial real estate company driven by dedication and aligned to own the outcome for clients, investors, and partners. Our experience spans diverse property types, including office, logistics, multifamily, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, hotel and life sciences. We lease and operate over 322 million square feet, and we have completed or commenced development on more than $9 billion of real estate projects since 2012. Our award-winning, collaborative culture empowers over 2,200 team members with the resources to work across boundaries in pursuit of innovative solutions, reinforcing a reputation for service excellence that translates to measurable results.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

CAWLEY COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

Cawley CRE Management delivers hands-on property management built on the philosophy of Principal Tony Marino: you cannot manage property from behind a desk. With 70+ years of combined experience, the team manages 100+ buildings totaling more than 10 million square feet across office, industrial, and retail assets. Our experienced property managers and expert accounting professionals provide a seamless client experience, ensuring efficient operations, tenant satisfaction, and timely rent collection. Working closely with ownership, leasing, and capital partners, we protect asset value while strategically enhancing performance and maximizing returns.

PEAK PROPERTIES

Peak Properties is a full-service real estate management and investment firm founded in 1998, serving Chicago and the greater Chicagoland area. With a team of over 200 employees, Peak provides comprehensive services across multifamily and commercial property management, leasing, and investment advisory. Peak is known for its operational excellence, data-driven approach, and commitment to enhancing both resident and client experiences. By combining local market expertise with innovative solutions, Peak delivers efficient, scalable management strategies while maintaining a strong focus on service, accountability, and long-term value creation.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY OF THE YEAR

ALSTON CONSTRUCTION

CLAYCO

MERIDIAN DESIGN BUILD

PEAK CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION

MORGAN / HARBOUR CONSTRUCTION

NORTHERN BUILDERS

PREMIER DESIGN + BUILD GROUP

PRINCIPLE CONSTRUCTION CORP

KEELEY CONSTRUCTION

BECKNELL INDUSTRIAL, LLC

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely and sustainably delivers the highest quality solutions to clients across North America on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With more than $7.6 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the “art and science of building,” providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential-related building projects. For more information, visit www.claycorp.com.

PREMIER Design + Build Group is a leading national design-build construction firm, with regional offices strategically located in Illinois, California, New Jersey, Ohio, Connecticut, and Florida. An employee-owned company with more than 20 years of experience, PREMIER specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for industrial, commercial, healthcare, residential, adaptive reuse, and cold storage construction projects. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer service, PREMIER has earned a reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL CLAYCO

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL PREMIER DESIGN + BUILD GROUP

Becknell Industrial is the national leader in purposebuilt industrial real estate development, design & construction and long-term asset management.

Since 1978, Keeley has helped industry leaders turn complex plans into reality. Our second-generation, family-owned general contracting firm, headquartered in Villa Park, Illinois, specializes in industrial, warehouse, cold storage, manufacturing, and design-build construction. Over the decades, Keeley has built an impressive portfolio reﬂecting a strong commitment to quality and a long-standing dedication to relationships with clients, developers, and communities across the region. We’ve also earned a reputation defined by trust built on performance.

Celebrating over 25 years of building trusted relationships with clients and partners, Morgan / Harbour Construction is a designbuild general contractor driven above all else to transform vision into reality. Recognized as a premier industrial and commercial builder, the 60+ member team has expertise to deliver complex facilities for corporate interiors, laboratory, manufacturing, aviation, waste transfer, cold storage, and food & beverage clients. Thanks to the trust of clients who requested they deliver projects across the country, their footprint has expanded beyond their Midwest headquarters to include regional offices that serve the West and East Coasts.

Principle Construction Corp. is a leading design-build general contractor specializing in industrial, commercial, and specialty facilities across the Chicago, Northwest Indiana and Southeast Wisconsin markets. We provide comprehensive, single-source project management, integrating innovative architectural design with expert construction execution. Our core services include site selection, complex manufacturing builds, food processing plants, and large-scale warehouse distribution centers.With 26 years of excellence and over $800 million in career sales, we excel at managing intricate mechanical requirements and high-performance infrastructure. Whether executing build-to-suit projects or ﬂagship retail developments, our “principles-first” approach ensures every project is delivered with technical precision and value-driven results.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL BECKNELL INDUSTRIAL, LLC

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL MORGAN / HARBOUR CONSTRUCTION

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL KEELEY CONSTRUCTION

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL PRINCIPLE CONSTRUCTION CORP

NORTHERN BUILDERS

Northern Builders is a vertically integrated development and construction company that has served the greater Chicagoland area for 99 years. The firm provides full-service development and construction with expertise across industrial, commercial, retail, office, medical, and recreational projects. Northern Builders delivers innovative, cost-effective solutions from concept through completion, combining deep industry knowledge, strong municipal relationships, and a commitment to quality to create lasting value for communities and clients alike.

Meridian Design Build is a Chicago-based, national general contractor with extensive experience coordinating the design and construction of warehouse/distribution, cold storage, manufacturing, and food processing facilities.We are committed to understanding our client’s needs and objectives and working diligently to ensure that their interests are protected with respect to cost control, schedule, and quality control every step along the way. Our clients value our technical expertise, our problem-solving abilities, and our attention to their needs. As a result of this, more than 90% of our work is the result of repeat business or direct referrals from past clients.

ALSTON CONSTRUCTION

Alston Construction is a privately held firm providing general contracting, construction management, design-build, and automation integration (AIM) services across industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail, cold storage, mission-critical, and government projects. With over 20 locations nationwide, Alston leverages local expertise and strong client, developer, and subcontractor relationships to deliver projects efficiently and effectively. Our teams are committed to quality, safety, and costconscious solutions that create positive client experiences. From preconstruction through project completion, Alston focuses on collaboration, innovation, and reliability, including advanced automation solutions through AIM. Learn more at www.alstonco.com.

Peak Construction Corporation is a privately held, well-capitalized design-build firm, based in Chicago with a national reach and licensed in 25 states. For almost 30 years, Peak has delivered industrial, freezer/cooler, hospitality, office, healthcare, retail, multi-family, and specialty commercial construction projects, including land entitlement/development, for high-profile clients. Highly regarded for dynamic problem-solving abilities and a strong network of alliances, Peak is known for delivering every project on/ahead of schedule and on/under budget. Peak’s goal is building long-term relationships based on honesty, integrity, and mutual success, resulting in repeat clients and sustained growth across diverse markets nationwide each year consistently.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL

DESIGN BUILD

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - INDUSTRIAL PEAK CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION

WOMAN OF THE YEARPROFESSIONAL SERVICE

COURTNEY GORDON, BEVERLY COMPANIES

MARGARITA SLABADA, ALYMAR MEDIA

JESSICA NIEHAUS, MARSH MCLENNAN AGENCY

HEATHER AMRO, CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

JULIE THICK, JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.

MARY PERSON, CLAYCO

MONIKA TALAR, CRYSTAL MAINTENANCE PLUS

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

COURTNEY GORDON

BEVERLY COMPANIES

Courtney is a SIMA Certified Snow Professional with 17 years of experience leading safe, reliable winter operations. In the past year, she secured more than $2 million in new contracts, renewed over $2.6 million in existing work, and helped drive 15% overall revenue growth while guiding her team to a 97% renewal rate. A champion of innovation and client satisfaction, she has advanced sustainable de_icing programs and quality_control initiatives. Outside of work, she has fostered and helped place 19 dogs through Paws Up Pet Rescue, reﬂecting her commitment to community and compassion.

Jessica is a main contributor to MMA’s Real Estate practice group. She is known for her ability to simplify complex insurance structures and deliver strategic, client-focused guidance. Jessica has spent the last 12 years partnering with owners, developers, and investors, earning a reputation as a best in class advisor in an often challenging and dynamic insurance market. She is an active industry contributor, frequently speaking at conferences and industry events on the role of insurance in the evolving real estate landscape. Jessica is also a mother to three young boys (9,7, and 3) and a lifelong equestrian.

Margarita is the founder of Alymar Media, a digital marketing agency dedicated to helping real estate professionals grow their brands with intention and authenticity. Her work is rooted in storytelling, consistency, and creating meaningful connections that translate into real results. As a mother of three, Margarita has built her business while navigating personal challenges, leading with resilience, heart, and determination. She is passionate about empowering others to show up confidently and build businesses aligned with their lives. Through Alymar Media, she combines strategy with genuine connection to help her clients succeed and stand out.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

JESSICA NIEHAUS

MARSH MCLENNAN AGENCY

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

MARGARITA SLABADA

ALYMAR MEDIA

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

HEATHER AMRO CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Heather Amro aligns teams, solves challenges, and builds trust. With 25+ years of experience, she leads some of the region’s most meaningful cultural and institutional developments with precision, integrity, and collaboration. She has a rare ability to turn complex projects into lasting client partnerships. Over the past year, Heather guided the successful completion of the Bramsen Tropical Forests habitat at Brookfield Zoo, a complex project requiring coordination between designers, engineers, and zoological experts. Her leadership earned trust and future zoo projects. Heather doesn’t simply deliver projects, she builds enduring partnerships and measurable impact for the institutions and communities she serves.

Mary Person leads Clayco’s public-private initiatives as a strategic architect of collaboration, focusing on partnership and purpose. As Senior Vice President, she orchestrates complex national business development by building genuine trust between high-profile clients, public entities, and community stakeholders. Her leadership provides a vital link between construction and community, overseeing strategies that turn large-scale projects into meaningful opportunities for local economies. Ultimately, Mary ensures that Clayco’s growth is synonymous with shared economic and social progress.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE JULIE THICK JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.

Julie is a Managing Director in the J.P. Morgan Chase Real Estate Banking group. Julie leads the Central Region in delivering customized debt solutions and a full range of banking products to real estate developers, investors, operating companies, and investment funds across the US.

In her prior role as the Director of the National

Subscription Lending Platform, Julie led the practice focused on providing subscription debt solutions to real estate funds. She began her career structuring and underwriting commercial real estate loans for LaSalle Bank in 1995.

Monika is the president of Crystal Maintenance Plus, bringing over 30 years of experience in the cleaning and facility management industry. With her extensive expertise, she has led the company to success, prioritizing quality service, client satisfaction and innovative solutions to meet diverse cleaning needs. Monika’s dedication to excellence and her deep industry knowledge make her a respected leader in her field.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

MARY PERSON CLAYCO

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

MONIKA TALAR CRYSTAL MAINTENANCE PLUS

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL

CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

CRE ADVISING

CROSS STREET

INTERRA REALTY

MADISON ROSE

THE APARTMENT SOURCE

TENANT ADVISORY GROUP LLC

Madison Rose Leasing Company has established itself as a leading landlord-representative team in Chicago through a combination of progressive marketing, unmatched market expertise, and creative deal-making. Founded in 2020, our firm has grown to eight people, with three lead brokers spearheading a diverse portfolio of assets.Our portfolio spans the entire central business district and surrounding neighborhoods, including historic Art Deco towers in the Loop, brick-and-timber loft properties, new Class A developments, and iconic buildings that define the city’s skyline.

Founded in 2010, Interra Realty is a Chicago-based commercial real estate investment services firm specializing in the sale of multifamily, mixed-use and other investment properties throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. Through its boutique, client-focused approach and team of experienced brokers, Interra provides tailored advisory services to private investors, institutions, family offices and developers. Since its inception, the firm has closed thousands of transactions valued well in excess of $3 billion across multifamily, office and retail assets. Interra is widely recognized for its deep relationships, extensive investor network and hyperlocal expertise across Chicago’s neighborhoods and surrounding suburban markets.

Cross Street is a Chicago-based real estate brokerage specializing in residential sales, leasing and property management. The firm provides a fully integrated platform, supporting clients across the full lifecycle of real estate—from acquisition and leasing to long-term asset management. With a strong focus on data-driven insights, operational efficiency and market expertise, Cross Street delivers tailored strategies to meet client goals. The company manages an expanding portfolio of exclusive listings and has grown its platform through strategic acquisitions, including its incorporation of Peak Properties, further strengthening its capabilities across Chicago and beyond.

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL INTERRA REALTY

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL CROSS STREET

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL MADISON ROSE

CENTURY 21 Circle is a multi-state real estate brokerage operating across Illinois, Indiana, and Florida, and is the #1 and largest CENTURY 21 franchise in Illinois. Backed by the global CENTURY 21 network, Circle delivers a full-service approach that includes marketing strategy, technology, business planning, and operational support. The brokerage offers integrated access to title and insurance services through affiliated partners, creating a streamlined, end-to-end transaction experience. Known for its disciplined growth strategy and collaborative culture, CENTURY 21 Circle is committed to elevating agent success and delivering exceptional client experiences.

The Apartment Source is an innovative real estate firm specializing in multifamily leasing. Recognized as a platinum producer by the Chicago Association of Realtors for seven consecutive years and named REjournals’ Brokerage Firm of the Year in 2025, the firm has earned a reputation as a trusted partner in the industry. It is home to a diverse team of industry experts with hundreds of years of combined experience and a proven track record of success. The Apartment Source’s unwavering commitment to exceeding expectations is validated by thousands of 5 star reviews from clients. For more information, visit www.apartmentsource.com.

Tenant Advisory Group is a tenant and buy/sell-side boutique CRE firm dedicated to helping businesses get the most out of their space while spending the least. With only 3 active brokers on the team at the time, last year TAG completed $75 Million in transaction volume, including $15 Million in client savings. TAG’s professional standards are evidenced by its 110 all-Five-Star Google Reviews and 125+ website testimonials. TAG’s clientele includes office, medical, industrial and warehouse users nationwide. TAG provides the same attention to detail to all clients, focusing on responsiveness, follow-through, and putting the client’s best interests first.

CRE Advising is a Chicago-based boutique commercial real estate brokerage specializing in investment sales, acquisitions, tenant and landlord representation, and development advisory across industrial, office, retail, and multi-family sectors. With $2.5 billion+ in closed transactions and 200+ deals annually, the firm serves clients from entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 companies including CVS, Walgreens, and Ralph Lauren. Through its partnership with MosaicAI, CRE Advising now offers AI-powered, blockchain-enabled asset tokenization opening institutional-quality commercial real estate to a wider investor pool with lower minimums, greater liquidity, and automated compliance. CRE Advising operates across Chicago and national markets including Florida, Texas, and Tennessee.

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL TENANT ADVISORY GROUP LLC

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL THE APARTMENT SOURCE

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - REGIONAL CRE ADVISING

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - TENANT IMPROVEMENT

REDMOND

DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. (DSI)

EXECUTIVE CONSTRUCTION INC.

J.C. ANDERSON SKENDER

Skender is a full-service building contractor and one of the nation’s top 100 construction firms, according to Building Design & Construction. We combine Lean process with highperforming teams to deliver unmatched results and maximum value. Headquartered in Chicago with an office in Indianapolis, Skender serves its clients in the Midwest and across the country. For more information on Skender, visit www.skender.com.

J.C. Anderson is a general contractor that believes interiors matter. We are Driven by What’s Inside. Because interiors matter and function is only one part of the equation. Your spaces are where ideas are born, collaboration is fostered, and dreams are achieved — and since 1879, we’ve built with this in mind. Character matters, too. The JCA team isn’t just about getting it done; we’re about getting it done right. We strive to protect stakeholders’ Vision, Priorities and Outcomes through excellent communication, scheduling and budgeting. With a strong problem-solving team, JCA is proactive in avoiding problems before they arise.

Redmond is an award-winning general contracting firm specializing in high quality interior buildouts for leading corporations and institutions. Over the past 13 years, Redmond has grown into a sophisticated general contractor that has collaborated with renowned clients including MassMutual, the American Planning Association, Grainger, and Danone North America, as well as global commercial real estate firms like JLL, Cushman & Wakefield, and CBRE. Redmond continues to stand out through unmatched client service, a positive company culture, commitment to DEI, and a passion for building inspiring spaces that exceed expectations.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - TENANT IMPROVEMENT

ANDERSON

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - TENANT IMPROVEMENT SKENDER

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - TENANT IMPROVEMENT REDMOND

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - TENANT IMPROVEMENT

EXECUTIVE CONSTRUCTION INC.

BUILDING WITH PURPOSE AND PASSIONA dedicated team creating the most exceptional experiences in construction, we build with integrity; a value that shines through all of our interactions and decisions. We deliver spaces for people to work, learn, advocate, and enjoy. Executive Construction proudly serves diverse markets— including Interiors, New Construction, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical—with a three-year average annual revenue of $390M. Our portfolio spans corporate offices, law firms, data centers, educational institutions, banks, industrial complexes, hospitality spaces, and healthcare facilities—both locally and nationally. Our vision is simple: we exist to create the most exceptional experiences in construction.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - TENANT IMPROVEMENT

DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS, INC.

Development Solutions, Inc. (DSI) has spent 34 years earning one of construction’s most valuable currencies: trust. The Chicagobased general contractor brings a team of 80+ professionals and $200M+ in annual revenue to the region’s most demanding work, including Class A office interiors, luxury retail, fine dining, and technically complex industrial construction such as cold storage, design-build facilities, and large-scale expansions. DSI is built on long-standing client relationships, disciplined execution, and a reputation for delivering in environments where coordination, schedule, and performance matter most. Built on trust. Driven by execution. Thirty-four years running.

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EXECUTIVE OF THE YEARFEMALE

LISA KONIECZKA, CBRE

MARGARITA SLABADA, ALYMAR MEDIA

MELISSA ARCHER WIRTZ, CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

SARAH CANNELLA, NAI HIFFMAN | HIFFMAN NATIONAL

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

LISA KONIECZKA

CBRE

Lisa Konieczka focuses on the delivery of transaction based real estate services to corporate clients across the globe. She employs a strategic planning approach towards real estate service delivery. This philosophy drives real estate activities to support corporate business goals and operating strategy, with a focus on KPI’s, occupancy strategies and ﬂexibility challenges associated with growth and change.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

MARGARITA SLABADA

ALYMAR MEDIA

Margarita is the founder of Alymar Media, a social media management agency specializing in helping real estate professionals grow their brands with strategy, consistency, and authenticity. She is passionate about creating meaningful marketing that not only looks good, but drives real results. As a mother of three, Inna has built her business through resilience, determination, and a deep commitment to creating a better future for her family. Her work is rooted in storytelling, connection, and empowering others to show up confidently in their business.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

SARAH CANNELLA

NAI HIFFMAN | HIFFMAN NATIONAL

As Managing Director, Head of Strategy and Development, Sarah Cannella evaluates company and operational initiatives and executes strategic business pursuits. Her responsibilities include performing market analyses, pinpointing avenues for growth, and formulating comprehensive strategies to fortify Hiffman’s competitive standing in the market. Sarah drives innovation and promotes cross-functional collaboration in support of client objectives and ensures that Hiffman remains adaptable and strongly positioned for sustained growth.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - FEMALE

MELISSA ARCHER WIRTZ

CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

Melissa Archer-Wirtz is CEO of CENTURY 21 Circle, Acuity Title, and Skylight Insurance, leading a nearly 1,000-person organization across multiple states. She oversees a full-service platform generating greater than $1.5 billion in annual sales, with CENTURY 21 Circle ranking among the Top 10 CENTURY 21® companies globally, the #1 brokerage in Illinois within the CENTURY 21® network, and in the top 0.4% of all brokerages statewide.

WOMAN OF THE YEARCOMMERCIAL

AMY HALL, CATON COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

HEIDI KUSHNER, NAI HIFFMAN | HIFFMAN NATIONAL

MEGAN CANTWELL, MARQUEE DEVELOPMENT

MELISSA ARCHER WIRTZ, CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

KRISTIN NASON, GOLUB & COMPANY

AMY RUBENSTEIN, CLEAR INVESTMENT GROUP LLC

CANDACE GREEN, CATON COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE GROUP

Amy is the Founder & CEO of Clear Investment Group (CIG), a real estate firm focused on distressed and value-add multifamily investments. With over 22 years of experience, she has built a strong track record of delivering results, achieving a historical net IRR of 37.3% and approximately a 2x equity multiple since 2011. Amy specializes in identifying undervalued assets and executing strategic turnarounds.

Amy Hall is a commercial real estate executive, advisor, and mentor with nearly three decades of experience. She has grown divisions and companies as both a dealmaker and leader, bringing empathy-driven solutions-based clarity and structure to complex deals and organizations. Amy is deeply committed to growing people, and to challenging systems that hinder an individual’s growth and belonging.

Candace Green is a Managing Director specializing in commercial real estate property management, where she leads the strategic growth and operational performance of a 1M+ square foot portfolio. She is known for building scalable systems, strengthening financial performance, and aligning operations with longterm asset value. With a background in luxury mixed-use environments, Candace brings a refined approach to tenant experience, asset positioning, and portfolio optimization.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL AMY RUBENSTEIN CLEAR INVESTMENT GROUP LLC

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL AMY HALL CATON COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL

CANDACE GREEN

CATON COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE GROUP

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KRISTIN NASON GOLUB & COMPANY

As Vice President, Property Management, Kristin oversees operations and leasing across Golub’s expanding residential portfolio, driving performance, resident satisfaction, and long-term asset value. She combines a strategic, portfoliowide perspective with hands-on insight into daily operations. Kristin leads and develops highperforming property teams, guiding recruiting, onboarding, and performance management. She directs business plans and budgets, analyzes market trends, and ensures each asset meets ownership goals.

CANTWELL MARQUEE DEVELOPMENT

Megan Cantwell is Senior Vice President of Marketing, Events & Commercial Strategy at Marquee Development, where she leads brand, programming, and partnership strategy for sports-anchored and mixed-use destinations nationwide. With more than 20 years of experience across sports, real estate, hospitality, and consumer brands, she specializes in transforming public spaces into year-round experiential destinations.

Melissa Archer-Wirtz is CEO of CENTURY 21 Circle, Acuity Title, and Skylight Insurance, leading a nearly 1,000-person organization across multiple states. She oversees a full-service platform generating greater than $1 billion in annual sales, with CENTURY 21 Circle ranking among the Top 10 CENTURY 21® companies globally, the #1 brokerage in Illinois within the CENTURY 21 network, and in the top 0.4% of all brokerages statewide.

Heidi Kushner is Director of Marketing for NAI Hiffman and Hiffman National, where she leads branding, asset marketing, corporate strategy, event management, and public relations initiatives. Known for her innovative and designdriven approach, Heidi leverages technology to create differentiated marketing solutions, including custom property applications and interactive solutions that elevate client engagement and brand visibility.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR

COMMERCIAL

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL MEGAN

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL MELISSA ARCHER WIRTZ

CENTURY 21 CIRCLE

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL HEIDI KUSHNER NAI HIFFMAN | HIFFMAN NATIONAL

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL

LEOPARDO CONSTRUCTION

ARCO/MURRAY

RYAN COMPANIES

MCSHANE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

PEPPER CONSTRUCTION

POETTKER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

CAPITOL CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS, INC

Established in 1980, Poettker Construction is an award-winning, family-owned business specializing in construction management, design/build, general contracting, and self-perform services with an emphasis on exceeding the client’s expectations. Poettker Construction provides safe, quality, sustainable, and technology solutions to clients in a diverse portfolio of markets. The company prides itself on building long-lasting relationships with its clients, business partners, and the communities in which they work, with an impressive 88 percent of Poettker’s revenue stemming from repeat clients.

ARCO/Murray is a single-source national design and construction firm that specializes in commercial construction and real estate needs for Fortune 500 companies and individual businesses. We believe through the design-build process, our team of engineers, project managers, superintendents, architects, and designers can execute the most demanding projects throughout the United States and Canada. As a Top 6 U.S. Design-Builder (ENR), we pride ourselves in offering the best solutions and adding value to every project through ‘Better People, Better Planning and Better Execution.’

Founded in 1927 and now in its fourth generation of family leadership, Pepper Construction serves clients across the country with comprehensive teams in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin. Their work encompasses a variety of markets ranging from science and technology, healthcare and education to data centers, entertainment, interiors and more. As thought leaders in high performance and sustainable construction and the investigation of new technologies and methodologies, their mission is simple: to continuously improve people’s quality of life through the built world. As a result, Pepper is leading the way to see Tomorrow Transformed through fresh ideas and bold action.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL POETTKER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL

PEPPER CONSTRUCTION

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

For over 40 years, McShane Construction Company has served clients on a national, regional, and local basis. Headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, the woman-owned and led business offers an accomplished track record and project portfolio spanning a variety of markets, including the industrial, multi-family, commercial, medical, and institutional sectors. Today, the firm is recognized as one of the Chicago area’s most diversified and active contracting organizations with a reputation built on honesty, integrity, and dependability. Its leadership in the construction industry is evidenced by its dedication to its employees, industry associates and, most importantly, its clients.

Founded in 1938, Ryan Companies offers comprehensive commercial real estate services in development, architecture + engineering, construction, investments, and property management with a focus on creating places for people to thrive. Ryan’s work spans a wide range of sectors and product types, including healthcare, hospitality, industrial, mixed-use, mission critical, multifamily, office, and retail. Built on the foundation of integrity, honesty and community, Ryan has grown to nearly 2,000 team members in 17 offices and has completed projects in almost every state. For more information, visit ryancompanies.com.

Leopardo is one of the nation’s largest and most respected general contractors, building award-winning projects with a reputation for trust, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions. With five decades of experience, Leopardo provides clients with best-inclass preconstruction, construction management, design-build, and self-perform services across multiple sectors, including healthcare, senior living, residential, corporate interiors, retail, hospitality, MST, community and aviation.Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Leopardo continues to expand its footprint with offices in Florida and Ohio, and now Washington, D.C. as well as projects across the country. For more information, visit leopardo.com.

Capitol Construction Solutions, Inc. serves as your general contractor—partnering directly with you to coordinate the people, process, and progress of your project from day one through completion.We are not a Construction Manager. We are not a Developer. We focus on exclusively general contracting, allowing us to act in the best interest of the client. Why This Matters to Owners:Single Point of AccountabilityUpfront Planning & PricingTrade Partner ManagementOn-Site Construction LeadershipSchedule, Cost & Quality Control

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL RYAN COMPANIES

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL MCSHANE

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL LEOPARDO CONSTRUCTION

GENERAL CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR - COMMERCIAL

CAPITOL CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS, INC

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL

COLLIERS

JLL CAPITAL MARKETS

LEE & ASSOCIATES OF ILLINOIS

MARCUS & MILLICHAP

MATTHEWS™

NAI HIFFMAN

NORTHMARQ

SAVILLS

TRANSWESTERN

JLL Capital Markets is a full-service global provider of capital solutions for real estate investors and occupiers. The firm’s indepth local market and global investor knowledge delivers the best-in-class solutions for clients — whether investment sales and advisory, debt advisory, equity advisory or a recapitalization. The firm has more than 3,000 Capital Markets specialists worldwide with offices in nearly 50 countries.

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL COLLIERS

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL JLL CAPITAL MARKETS

Northmarq is one of the largest privately held commercial real estate firms in the United States, combining a nationwide presence with deep local expertise. With more than 50 offices across the country, we provide a full suite of debt, equity, investment sales, loan servicing and fund management solutions for a comprehensive range of property types. The firm manages a loan servicing portfolio of over $78 billion and has completed $69.5 billion in transactions over the past three years. At Northmarq, collaboration fuels results, helping clients achieve success in every market, nationwide.

Lee & Associates of Illinois provides comprehensive commercial real estate brokerage services across the industrial, retail, office, healthcare, land, and investment sectors throughout the Chicagoland market. Since opening its Chicago office in 2002, the firm has become one of the region’s most successful and respected brokerage platforms. As part of the national Lee & Associates network, the company combines strong local ownership and market expertise with the reach, collaboration, and resources of a powerful nationwide organization. This structure allows clients to benefit from both deep local market knowledge and a broad national platform.Local Expertise | International Reach | World Class

Matthews™ is a commercial real estate investment services and technology firm recognized as an industry leader in investment sales, leasing, and debt and structured finance.Based in Nashville, TN, with over 1,000 agents across 30+ offices, the firm provides specialized advisory services in net-lease retail, shopping centers, multifamily, industrial, healthcare, self-storage, and land. Beyond traditional brokerage, Matthews™ offers comprehensive landlord and tenant representation, auction services, and equity solutions. By fusing time-honored advisory with proprietary technology, the firm delivers scalable results across all major asset classes, focusing on relentless execution and national expansion.

Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading brokerage firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research and advisory services with offices throughout the United States and Canada. Marcus & Millichap closed 8,818 transactions with a sales volume of $50.8 billion in 2025. The company had 1,808 investment sales and financing professionals in more than 80 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate at year end.

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL NORTHMARQ

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL MATTHEWS™

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL LEE & ASSOCIATES OF ILLINOIS

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL MARCUS & MILLICHAP

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL TRANSWESTERN

SAVILLS

For over 170 years, Savills has been helping people thrive through places and spaces. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, we have more than 42,000 professionals collaborating in over 70 countries, delivering unrivaled coverage and expertise across the real estate sector. By applying world research data and trends to local and global settings, we empower our clients with insights from the forefront of the industry, bringing their aspirations to life through innovative, tailormade solutions. Whether we are working with a global corporation looking to expand or an investor seeking to sustainably optimize their portfolio, we help our clients make better property decisions.

NAI HIFFMAN

NAI Hiffman was founded in 2000 by Dennis Hiffman along with 10 partners and has grown to include over 30 active shareholders. The firm provides full-service brokerage expertise with a primary focus on the office, industrial, medical office, and retail sectors.Hiffman’s leadership group consists of industry veterans John Heiberger (President and CEO), Michael Flynn (COO), Puja Doshi (CFO), Carrie Szarzynski (Senior Managing Director, Head of Management Services), Sarah Cannella (Managing Director, Head of Strategy & Development), Gail Vermejan (Managing Director, Head of Operations), and Dave Petersen (Chairman of the Board of Directors).

BROKERAGE FIRM OF THE YEAR - NATIONAL

BECKNELL INDUSTRIAL DERMODY

DL3 REALTY

FLAHERTY & COLLINS

INSPIRED BY SOMERSET DEVELOPMENT

KURV INDUSTRIAL

MARQUEE DEVELOPMENT

MAVREK

NORTHERN BUILDERS

RYAN COMPANIES DEVELOPER OF

NET LEASE

Inspired by Somerset Development is a leading real estate developer with more than 40 years of experience, specializing in large-scale transit-oriented redevelopment as well as marketrate and luxury residential projects. The firm is recognized for innovative mixed-use and adaptive reuse projects, including Traditional Neighborhood Design communities that evoke a strong sense of place and reﬂect a distinctive character. With several high-profile projects currently under construction or in planning, Inspired has earned a reputation for its unwavering commitment to excellence through responsible development.

NORTHERN BUILDERS

Kurv Industrial, formerly Bridge Industrial, is a private, vertically integrated industrial real estate investment and operating firm. Kurv develops, acquires, and operates institutional-quality assets in the high-barrier, supply-constrained markets of Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, New Jersey, and Seattle. Since its inception in 2000, Kurv has successfully developed and acquired over 76 million square feet of Class A industrial facilities. The firm’s approach remains rooted in local market expertise, disciplined execution, and operational excellence creating value for investors, tenants, and communities.

Mavrek Development is a Chicago-based real estate firm specializing in urban infill multifamily, mixed-use, and retail projects. Originally a third-party general contractor, we evolved into a fully integrated development company that now builds exclusively for our own account. Our work spans ground-up construction, adaptive reuse, and repositioning of distressed assets across Chicago, Columbus, and Cleveland. With a team of roughly 14, we manage every phase of a project internally, from deal sourcing and capital raising through construction and delivery. Current projects include 65 E. Wacker, 925 W. Belmont, 12 W. Maple, 1244 N. Wells and 1000 W. Jackson.

Marquee Development is a full-service real estate developer and principal investor specializing in mixed-use sports and entertainment districts. The company transforms spaces adjacent to stadiums and cultural venues into year-round destinations through integrated development, hospitality, and experiential programming. From master planning to operations, Marquee Development delivers endto-end solutions that maximize long-term value while creating vibrant, community-driven places. Backed by its roots in professional sports ownership, it uniquely connects team brands with their surrounding districts—curating authentic, locally driven experiences that attract visitors, engage communities, and drive sustained economic impact.

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR MAVREK

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR KURV INDUSTRIAL

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR MARQUEE DEVELOPMENT

DL3 REALTY

Over 30 years ago, the principals of DL3 came together to revitalize the commercial landscape of the south side of Chicago, which had declined after the social unrest of the 1960s. Since then, DL3 has financed and developed high quality education centers, professional office buildings, multifamily housing, and national tenant anchored retail centers. DL3 has received numerous awards, including three LISC/Chicago awards for the Most Outstanding Community Development (2008, 2016, 2018) and has been featured nationally in publications, podcasts & industry events. DL3’s nationally recognized Venture Development model is helping to lead a growing wave of community focused investment and development.

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR DERMODY

Dermody is a privately - owned real estate investment, development and management firm that specializes in the acquisition and development of logistics real estate in strategic locations for e-commerce fulfillment centers, third-party logistics and distribution customers.

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR FLAHERTY & COLLINS

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR

DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR BECKNELL INDUSTRIAL

Becknell Industrial is the national leader in purposebuilt industrial real estate development, design & construction and long-term asset management.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEARMALE

ANDY FARBMAN, FARBMAN GROUP

ANTHONY FONTANETTA, SKYLINE CONSTRUCTION

ANTHONY HRUSOVSKY, MAVREK INC

CHRISTOPHER HUME, CULLEN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

ERIK TARIO, DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. (DSI)

JEFF BAKER, ILLINOIS REALTORS(R)

MATTHEW OLSEN, MESIROW

PETER KOCH, MAVREK

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - MALE ANTHONY FONTANETTA SKYLINE CONSTRUCTION

Tony Fontanetta is Vice President of Operations at Skyline Construction, where he leads field and office teams responsible for delivering complex commercial construction projects throughout Chicagoland. With more than 41 years of industry experience overseeing more than 10 million sq. ft. of projects, Tony built his reputation through hands-on leadership, deep technical expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - MALE ERIK TARIO DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS, INC. (DSI)

Erik Tario is a Project Executive at Development Solutions, Inc., with nearly 20 years of experience delivering complex interior and industrial construction projects. Based in DSI’s Oak Brook office, he leads design-build work in active, occupied environments where coordination, sequencing, and schedule control are critical. Erik operates at a high level across corporate interiors, retail, and industrial projects, bringing a consistent, hands-on approach and clear command of execution.

EXECUTIVE

Christopher Hume is a trusted leader in Chicago’s AEC community, known for building lasting client relationships and advising on complex development projects. As a principal at Cullen CM, the firm has grown to 31 professionals across three offices while maintaining a culture rooted in collaboration and mentorship. In 2025 the firm completed 18 projects and gained 9 new clients.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - MALE

ANTHONY HRUSOVSKY

MAVREK INC

Anthony Hrusovsky is Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Mavrek Development, overseeing the full lifecycle of development from acquisition through execution and long-term ownership. At Mavrek, Anthony spearheaded the capitalization of 65 E Wacker Place, a $106 million office-to-residential conversion, working with capital partners to close a complex multi-party financing structure. He currently manages a pipeline exceeding $300 million.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - MALE

PETER KOCH

Peter Koch is the Co-Founder and construction lead of Mavrek Development, one of Chicago’s most active urban infill development firms. Peter oversees all construction activity across Mavrek’s portfolio, directing both the firm’s inhouse general contracting arm and third-party GC relationships. His current workload spans five active projects, including 65 E. Wacker, 925 W. Belmont, 12 W. Maple,1244 N. Wells and a self-storage project in Columbus, OH, alongside pre-construction on the 380-unit 1000 W. Jackson.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - MALE ANDY FARBMAN FARBMAN GROUP

Andy Farbman is the CEO of Farbman Group, one of the Midwest’s most prominent full-service commercial real estate firms. Since taking the helm, Andy has overseen the acquisition, repositioning, and development of over $1 billion in real estate, launching the Farbman Investment Fund and expanding the firm’s managed portfolio to tens of millions of square feet across multiple states.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - MALE JEFF BAKER ILLINOIS REALTORS(R)

Illinois REALTORS® CEO Jeff Baker, a Loyola University School of Law graduate, shaped the state’s roadmap for addressing housing affordability. His advocacy from 2025 and 2026 led to the inclusion of statewide ADU legalization, zoning, and impact fee reform in the Governor’s proposed 2026 budget. Baker has over 15 years of legal, political and government experience, resulting in his appointment as the 2026 NAR Association Leadership Liaison and the Inman News Power Player Award three consecutive years.

EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR - MALE

OLSEN MESIROW

MATTHEW

MAVREK