Presented annually since 1979, the Developer of the Year Award is given annually to one developer that best exemplifies leadership and innovation in the commercial real estate industry. Award nominees are evaluated on these criteria, revised for 2023:

1. Company Profile
2. Adaptation
3. Community Relations
4. Company Culture
5. Financial Success
6. Innovation
7. NAIOP Involvement
8. Philanthropy
9. Premier Developments
10. Sustainability

Please the nomination website for detailed information on the new award criteria and how to apply. Nominees must be a Principal member company in good standing​.

The 2023 Developer of the Year will be honored during NAIOP’s fall CRE.Converge conference and will receive considerable publicity and promotion, including a feature cover story in the fall issue of Development magazine.

Nominations will be accepted through Friday, Feb. 24. Questions? Contact Kathryn Hamilton, CAE.