CHICAGO (August 22, 2018) –IREM (the Institute of Real Estate Management) is excited to announce the finalists for the 2018 REME Awards – recognizing Real Estate Management Excellence. The IREM REME Awards highlight the people and companies who manageto make a difference™ in our industry every day. These awards are a celebration ofreal estate management, emphasizing innovative business practices and sharing successful initiatives to foster further advancement, locally, nationally, and globally.
“So many of the submissions we received were outstanding, and it made narrowing down the finalists a very difficult decision for the judges. But the submissions that really stood out where the ones who were not only working to improve their company, but were working to perpetuate the real estate management industry itself,” said Ira Krumholz, CPM, REME Awards Advisory Board Chair, with Western Reserve Property Management, AMO, in Cleveland, OH.
“Though their programs and initiatives may vary, the shared commonality between all of the 2018 REME Finalists is a commitment to add value to their teams, their clients, and their properties. It is an honor for IREM to be able to champion these companies and individuals and to highlight the wonderful work that they are doing,” said Don Wilkerson, CPM, IREM President, with Gaston & Wilkerson Management, AMO, Reno, NV. “It is our hope that the industry takes notice of what our REME Finalists are doing, and builds off of that to continue to propel our industry forward.”
The REME Awards winners will be announced from among the finalists at the Inaugural Gala Dinner and REME Awards celebration during the IREM Global Summit on September 29 in Hollywood, FL. Learn more about all of the REME Finalists.
2018 REME Awards Finalists
Corporate Categories
Corporate Innovation
Recognizes Real Estate Management Excellence for innovative programs related to technology, customer service or marketing that are transformational for the company as a whole, a team, or a program.
- BMOC, Inc
Madison, WI
Designed the Best Meals on Campus mobile app for Student Housing Communities to assist parents when sending their children off to college
- Cortland Partners, AMO
Atlanta, GA
Created a 64 ft, custom-branded mobile facilities training unit (MTU) to allow for hands-on training experience for their service team members
- United Realty Management Corporation, AMO
Troy, NY
Developed United University, a management training program designed to provide employees with ongoing training tools to benefit themselves, and the organization as a whole
Corporate and Social Responsibility
Recognizes Real Estate Management Excellence for exemplary corporate responsibility and contributions to the community that enhance the reputation of the real estate management industry.
- Avesta
Tampa, FL
Assisted in the creation of Cristo Rey Tampa HS, and continued support of the school includes fundraising, managing renovations, teaching, mentoring, and job training.
- Hubbell Realty Company
West Des Moines, IA
The Hubbell Extreme Build initiative is a community effort among local charities, trades, and Hubbell Realty Company to enhance or rebuild the places people live, work, learn and play.
Employee & Leadership Development
Recognizes Real Estate Management Excellence for exemplary practices that are transformational for the company as a whole, a team, or a program related to one or more of the following: leadership development/succession planning, employee engagement, onboarding of new employees, wellness programs, internships or other initiatives engaging young professionals and newcomers to the industry, corporate culture.
- Cushman & Wakefield, AMO
Washington, DC
Created CWed, an internal education program with curriculum designed and developed to educate future managers and leaders in all things property and asset management.
- MEB Management Services, AMO
Phoenix, AZ
Engaged in leadership development and coaching by incorporating “outward mindset training” to build stronger communication and teams, as well as grow with current and existing clients.
- Phillips Edison & Company
Cincinnati, OH
Developed PECOI, a comprehensive program designed to raise the profile and visibility of the internship program, including the creation of a new brand identity for the program.
Sustainability Programs
Recognizes Real Estate Management Excellence for innovative company business practices for sustainability programs within the workplace or across a portfolio.
- Phillips Edison & Company
Cincinnati, OH
Partnered with Blue Sky Utility to enhance the energy efficiency of their California properties by installing new roof membranes and solar panels, giving the properties a new, maintenance-free roof and tenants the ability to purchase energy at a discounted rate.
- Welltower, Inc.
Toledo, OH
Established target goal of reducing absolute energy consumption by 10%, and collaborating with tenants through engagement campaigns, partnerships, and energy efficiency upgrades to achieve said target.
AMO of the Year
Outstanding performance by an AMO (Accredited Management Organization) Firm
- Alliance Residential Company, AMO
Phoenix, AZ
- MEB Management Services, AMO
Phoenix, AZ
- Woodmont Real Estate Services, AMO
Belmont, CA
Individual Categories
CPM of the Year
Outstanding performance by an IREM Member who holds the CPM (Certified Property Manager) designation
- Branden Barker, CPM
Barker Property Management
Baton Rouge, LA
- David Hopwood, CPM
JLL
Chicago, IL
- Vicki Jenings, CPM
Fitzsimons Redevelopment Authority
Aurora, CO
- David Martin, CPM
Collett
Charlotte, NC
- Mel Schultz, CPM
Clarity Commercial
St. Louis Park, MN
ARM of the Year
Outstanding performance by an IREM Member who holds the ARM (Accredited Residential Manager) certification
- Alex Bresslauer, ARM
The Peninsula at Hawaii Kai
Honolulu, HI
- John O’Donnell, ARM
Corcoran Management Company, Inc., AMO
Braintree, MA
- Benjamin Oates, Jr., ARM
Marco Polo Apartments
Honolulu, HI
- Kimberly Sisco, ARM
Klingbeil Capital Management
Montgomery Village, MD
About the Institute of Real Estate Management
IREM is an international force of 20,000 individuals united to advance the profession of real estate management. Through training, professional development, and collaboration, IREM supports our members and others in the industry through every stage of their career.
We believe in our people, and we provide the tools they need to succeed. We open doors, we forge connections, and we help show the way forward. Backed by the power that comes with being an affiliate of the National Association of REALTORS®, we add value to our members, who in turn add value to their teams, their workplaces, and the properties in their commercial and residential portfolios.
Our memberships empower college students, young professionals, and industry veterans who are committed to career advancement. Earning our credentials, including the CPM, ARM, ACoM, and AMO, demonstrates a commitment to, and passion for, good management. These credentials, along withour courses and array of resources, all exist with one goal in mind – to make a difference in the careers of those who manage. To learn more aboutIREM, visit www.IREM.org.