Join us in celebrating the individuals and companies who are changing the landscape of the Rochester region through design, construction, project management, lending, innovation and more. These individuals and their companies are creating jobs, building healthy spaces, helping families and companies achieve their dreams, and leading the way toward growth and prosperity for the community.
Nomination deadline: July 26, 2023
Nominee application deadline: Aug. 9, 2023
Oct. 23, 2023
Event details to be announced soon
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits please contact your account manager or email [email protected]
If you have any questions about this event, please email [email protected]
What is the nomination process and the steps to take?
Once the online nomination form is completed an automated email will be sent to the individual nominated (the email address entered in the “Nominee Email” field) and a submission receipt will be sent to the email placed in the “Nominator’s Email” field.
In order for the nominee to continue with the process they must fill out the application form by the application deadline listed in the automated email and on the corresponding event landing page.
We do also suggest that up to three letters of recommendation be sent to [email protected] by the application deadline to be included in the nominee’s judging packet as supporting materials. This is not a requirement, but an added benefit.
How can I or my organization be considered for the Leaders in Construction & Real Estate award?
While anyone can nominate, we recommend nominations come from a senior leader in the organization. It is then required that the nominee go through the entire application process, please see above response for more details on that. There are several categories to recognize individuals and organizations for this award, please see our Categories page to learn more.
What are the judges looking for when selecting the Leaders in Construction & Real Estate honorees?
It is essential that the candidate or organization has made a significant impact on changing the landscape of the Rochester region through design, construction, project management, lending, innovation and more. It is helpful to have at least one letter of recommendation from someone that can speak to this.
Can I save the nomination or application forms while I’m working on them?
Unfortunately, at this time you cannot, but we’re working to fix that. In the meantime, we suggest either filling out the forms on a separate sheet of paper and/Word Doc first or be prepared to spend some time in the form.
If I’m an honoree, do I need to purchase a ticket?
You do not need to purchase a ticket for yourself if you are an honoree. All other attendees must purchase a ticket. Please, note that all RBJ events are limited attendance based on location. Honorees and sponsors are guaranteed tickets. Individual tickets will only go on sale if space is available after sponsorship deadlines.
What is included in sponsorship packages?
Sponsorship opportunities to include a table for your guests, multimedia marketing, logo usage and much more depending on the level your company selects. For more sponsorship information and benefits please contact your account manager or email [email protected].
Can I buy an ad in the publication?
Please contact Suzanne Fischer-Huettner to place an add or purchase a sponsorship package.
What are the different categories?
See below:
Architects: This award honors architectural companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Developers: This award honors developers that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Engineers: This award honors engineering companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Estimators: This award honors estimation companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
General Contractors: This award honors general contracting companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Home Builders: This award honors home building companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Interior Design/Staging: This award honors interior design/staging companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Lender/Bonding Agents: This award honors lender/bonding agent companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Lifetime Achievement: This award honors construction companies that have made a remarkable impact on the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Project Managers: This award honors project management companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Residential Contractors: This award honors residential contracting companies that have made a remarkable impact on the residential construction and real estate industry in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Rising Star: This award honors interior design/staging companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Subcontractors: This award honors subcontracting companies that have made a remarkable impact on construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Architects: This award honors individuals whose impeccable performance in architecture goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Developers: This award honors developers whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Engineers: This award honors individuals whose impeccable performance in engineering goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Estimators: This award honors estimators whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
General Contractors: This award honors individuals whose impeccable performance in general contracting goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Home Builders: This award honors home builders whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Interior Design/Staging: This award honors individuals whose impeccable performance in interior design and staging goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Lender/Bonding Agents: This award honors lenders/bonding agents whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Lifetime Achievement: This award is presented to one individual for his/her lifetime career of advancing construction in our region through notable projects, mentoring and integrity.
Project Managers: This award honors project managers whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Rising Star: This award is presented to one individual for his/her dedication to advancing construction in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from clients and industry colleagues.
Subcontractors: This award honors subcontractors whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Commercial Real Estate Agent: This award honors commercial real estate agents whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Lifetime Achievement: This award is presented to one individual for his/her lifetime career of advancing real estate in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Residential Real Estate Agent: This award honors residential real estate agents whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
Rising Star: This award is presented to one individual for his/her dedication to advancing the real estate market in the Rochester region. Factors to be judged include client satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and clients.
If you still have additional questions or concerns, please email [email protected]
Once the nomination form is submitted, an email will be sent to your nominee with the application link. The application must be completed by the nominee to be considered for Leaders in Construction & Real Estate.
Architects
Edge Architecture
Greater Living Architecture, P.C.
HUNT Engineers, Architects, Land Surveyors and Landscape Architect, DPC
Rozzi Architects
Developers
Buckingham Properties
DiMarco Group
Maguire Family Properties
Rochester’s Cornerstone Group
General Contractors
Christa Construction
DGA Builders
DiMarco Constructors
John W. Danforth Company
Taylor – The Builders
Home Builders
New Energy Works
Riedman Homes
Project Managers
Campus Construction Management Group
Residential Contractors
3rd ROC Solar LLC
Long Construction NY LLC
Subcontractors
American Custom Exteriors & Interiors
ID Signsystems
Nuflow Services of Upstate NY, LLC
Architects
Marlee Beers, SWBR
Developers
Monica McCullough, MM Development Advisors Inc.
General Contractors
Christopher DiPasquale, DiPasquale Construction Inc.
Lifetime Achievement
Grant Malone, Operating Engineers Local 158/Rochester Building Trades
Commercial Real Estate Agents
Tod Myers, KW COMMERCIAL DIV/Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester
Residential Real Estate Agents
Anthony Butera, The Anthony Butera Team – Keller Williams Realty WNY
Nick Wenderlich, Mary Wenderlich Team – Keller Williams Realty Greater Rochester