🏆 Closing Remarks by Bob Knakal at the 2026 RED Commercial Real Estate Awards
📍 101 Park Avenue, New York City
📅 April 30, 2026
An extraordinary black-tie evening bringing together leading developers, investors, architects, brokers, and commercial real estate executives from across the industry for a night dedicated to excellence, influence, and achievement.
🎤 Hosted by Bob Knakal
🎬 Featuring RED Carpet interviews, media coverage, cocktail reception, and gala dinner
Where the industry’s most influential voices come together.
🌐 www.redawards.nyc
🏆 Red Awards acceptance speech by Humberto Lopes
The RED Awards are proud to recognize Humberto Lopes as the recipient of the Real Estate Advocate of the Year Award at the upcoming RED Commercial Real Estate Awards.
As the visionary behind H.L. Dynasty, Humberto Lopes has distinguished himself as a passionate advocate for progress in the real estate industry. Through leadership, innovation, and unwavering dedication, he has championed initiatives that strengthen communities, empower professionals, and elevate the standards of the industry.
✨ His commitment to advancing real estate development and advocacy makes him a deserving recipient of this prestigious honor.
📍 RED Commercial Real Estate Awards
📅 April 30, 2026
📍 101 Park Avenue, New York City
The evening will bring together the most influential developers, investors, architects, brokers, and industry leaders for an unforgettable black-tie celebration of excellence.
🎤 Hosted by Bob Knakal
🎬 Featuring RED Carpet interviews, media coverage, cocktail reception, and gala dinner
Join us as we celebrate the individuals shaping the future of real estate.
🌐 www.redawards.nyc
Honoring Excellence in Commercial Real Estate ✨
Acceptance speech by Genessy Jaramillo
Congratulations to Genessy Jaramillo of BKREA for being recognized as Transferable Development Rights Broker of the Year at the 2026 RED Commercial Awards.
This award honors Genessy’s expertise, precision, and impact in one of the most specialized areas of commercial real estate. Her work continues to reflect the high level of professionalism and market knowledge that defines industry leadership.
The RED Awards have become one of the most respected and influential award platforms in real estate, recognizing the visionaries, dealmakers, developers, brokers, architects, and professionals shaping the future of the industry. With a reputation built on excellence, prestige, and a powerful network, the RED Awards continue to set the standard for recognition in real estate.
Join us on April 30, 2026 at 101 Park Avenue, New York City for an unforgettable black-tie evening celebrating the leaders and innovators defining commercial real estate.
The RED Awards
Where prestige meets influence.
🌐 www.redawards.nyc
#REDAwards #CommercialRealEstate #BKREA #GenessyJaramillo #RealEstateAwards
The RED Awards proudly honors the individuals who operate at the highest level of expertise, precision, and impact within the built environment.
Acceptance speech by Christopher McCabe, Esq.
We are pleased to announce that Christopher McCabe, Esq. has been selected as the recipient of the
Access Agreement Professional of the Year Award
at the 2026 RED Commercial Real Estate Awards.
As a leading authority in access agreements and regulatory matters, Christopher McCabe has established himself as a trusted advisor in navigating complex legal frameworks that underpin New York City’s real estate development landscape. Through his work at Quinn McCabe, he has played a critical role in facilitating projects by bridging legal strategy with practical execution — ensuring developments move forward efficiently and in full compliance.
His expertise, professionalism, and deep understanding of regulatory processes have made him a go-to figure for developers, owners, and industry stakeholders across New York City.
✨ About the RED Awards
The RED Awards (Real Estate Development Awards) stands as one of the most prestigious and selective platforms in global real estate.
This is not simply recognition — it is a statement of influence.
Curated through a rigorous and confidential selection process led by an international advisory board, the RED Awards brings together the industry’s most accomplished developers, investors, brokers, and visionaries operating at the highest level.
With a growing global footprint across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, the RED Awards has become a defining stage where credibility, visibility, and elite networking converge.
Each event is a refined black-tie experience featuring red carpet arrivals, high-level media exposure, curated networking, and a seated awards ceremony attended by the industry’s most influential leaders.
✨ The honor will be presented at the
15th RED Commercial Real Estate Awards
📍 New York City | April 30, 2026
🌐 www.redawards.nyc
#REDAwards #CommercialRealEstate #NYCRealEstate
🏆 Honored at the 15th RED Commercial Real Estate Awards
Acceptance speech by Josh Graber!
We are proud to recognize Josh Graber as the recipient of the
Affordable Housing Emerging Leader of the Year – GRE at the 2026 RED Commercial Real Estate Awards in New York City.
The RED Awards represent one of the most exclusive and prestigious platforms in the real estate industry — bringing together top developers, investors, and brokers who are shaping the future of the built environment.
Josh’s leadership and commitment to advancing affordable housing continue to make a meaningful impact on communities and the industry at large. His work reflects the innovation, responsibility, and forward-thinking vision that define this new generation of real estate leaders.
📍 April 30, 2026 — 101 Park Avenue, New York City
🎤 Hosted by Bob Knakal (BKREA)
🎬 Featured on Netflix’s Owning Manhattan
Join us for a black-tie evening celebrating excellence at the highest level of commercial real estate.
🔗 Tickets & Tables: www.redawards.nyc
#RealEstateLeadership #NYCRealEstate EmergingLeaders RealEstateAwards
Acceptance speech by Melita Cekani!
We are proud to recognize Melita Cekani as the recipient of the
🏆 Emerging Architectural Design Firm of the Year
at the 2026 RED Commercial Real Estate Awards.
As the visionary behind Cekani Architectural Design, Melita represents the next generation of architectural excellence—bringing innovation, precision, and a refined design perspective to the evolving built environment.
The RED Awards continue to set the standard of excellence, honoring the most influential developers, investors, architects, and industry leaders shaping the future of real estate.
📍 April 30, 2026 — New York City
🎩 Black Tie | 101 Park Avenue
www.redawards.nyc
#REDAwards #CommercialRealEstate #Architecture #DesignExcellence
The RED Awards proudly recognizes those who define markets, lead capital, and shape the future of the built environment.
We are honored to announce that Mark Hertz has been selected as the recipient of the
Expeditor of the Year Award
at the 2026 RED Commercial Real Estate Awards.
Mark Hertz is the Founder of The Mark Hertz Group, established in 1988 to help building owners and managers navigate the complex regulatory landscape of New York City. Over time, the firm has expanded into a comprehensive platform offering job filing and expediting, compliance services, lead and mold testing, remediation, and more.
Known for his precision, reliability, and deep institutional knowledge, Mark has built longstanding relationships with both clients and senior officials across NYC regulatory agencies — positioning him as one of the most trusted figures in the field.
✨ About the RED Awards
The RED Awards (Real Estate Development Awards) stands as one of the most prestigious and selective platforms in global real estate.
This is not simply recognition — it is a statement of influence.
Curated through a rigorous and confidential selection process led by an international advisory board, the RED Awards brings together the industry’s most accomplished developers, investors, brokers, and visionaries operating at the highest level.
With a decade-long track record and a global footprint across the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, RED Awards has become a defining stage for excellence — where credibility, visibility, and elite networking converge.
Each event is designed as a refined black-tie experience, featuring red carpet arrivals, high-level media exposure, curated networking, and a seated awards ceremony attended by the industry’s most influential leaders.
✨ The honor will be presented at the
15th RED Commercial Real Estate Awards
📍 New York City | April 30, 2026
🌐 www.redawards.nyc
#REDAwards #CommercialRealEstate
Congratulations to Ryan Candel of BKREA on being recognized as Most Promising Investment Sales Broker of the Year at the 2026 RED Commercial Awards.
Presented by RED Awards, one of the most distinguished platforms in real estate, this honor recognizes emerging excellence, strong market presence, and outstanding potential in commercial investment sales.
The RED Awards have become known for celebrating the developers, brokers, investors, architects, and industry leaders shaping the future of real estate. With a reputation built on prestige, influence, and a high-level black-tie experience, the event brings together some of the most respected names in the industry for an unforgettable evening of recognition and connection.
www.redawards.nyc
#REDAwards #REDCommercialAwards #CommercialRealEstate
✨ An Evening of Excellence & Distinction ✨
Acceptance speech by Megan Castleton
We are honored to celebrate
Megan Castleton
🏆 Private Lender of the Year
Constructive Capital
Recognized for her exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and lasting impact on commercial real estate finance, Megan Castleton represents the highest standard of excellence in the industry.
For over a decade, the RED Commercial Real Estate Awards have stood as one of the most distinguished platforms honoring the visionaries, innovators, and market leaders shaping the future of real estate. Each gala is a curated black-tie experience, bringing together elite developers, investors, lenders, and executives from across the nation.
📅 April 30, 2026
📍 101 Park Avenue, New York City
🖤 Black Tie Attire
Where leadership is celebrated.
Where legacy is defined.
#REDAwards #CREAwards #CommercialRealEstate #WomenInRealEstate #NYCEvents
