CREDA honored five chapters and nine individuals during the association’s Chapter Leadership & Legislative Retreat, held this week in Washington, D.C.

Membership and legislative awards recognize the exemplary efforts of chapters in these categories. Other awards presented are part of the association's annual Chapter Merit Awards (CMAs) that honor individual winners in three categories, as well as an overarching “Chapter of the Year” designation. CMA recipients are selected by a committee of their peers comprised of volunteer judges.

Congratulations to this year’s award winners!

Chapter of the Year

Through their dedicated efforts, this year’s Chapter of the Year award winners have expanded the reach and impact of their chapters. They have provided numerous engaging events; advanced critical policy goals; delivered innovative and timely educational programs; engaged their members through enhanced communications strategies; supported the growth of young professionals in the industry; and implemented new approaches to recruit and retain members. Through their innovation, commitment and teamwork, these chapters have overcome challenges and achieved measurable – and sustainable – outcomes.

Small chapter: CREDA New York City Metro

Medium chapter: CREDA Pittsburgh

Large chapter: CREDA SoCal

Outstanding Leadership by a Chapter President

The recipients of this year’s Chapter President award have demonstrated steadfast leadership that invites their chapter’s leaders to think and act boldly. They inspire their chapter to reach new heights, whether it’s increasing program attendance and sponsorship levels, implementing new membership strategies, or spearheading comprehensive advocacy efforts with successful results. They are being recognized for their initiative, their vision and their leadership that will leave their chapters stronger and positioned for long-term vitality.

Medium chapter: Nate Phillips, CREDA Pittsburgh

Large chapter: Matthew Hoyt, CREDA Southern Nevada

Chapter Volunteer of the Year

This year’s Chapter Volunteer of the Year award recipients stand out for their dedicated, proactive leadership. Their efforts have made tangible, exceptional and long-lasting contributions to both their chapters and their local communities. We recognize them today for their substantial work to increase engagement between CREDA members and policymakers and deliver major wins on legislation that impacts commercial real estate; their work in their local communities; and their ability to inspire other members to get engaged as volunteers. They leave lasting legacies on their chapters and the communities in which they serve.

Small chapter: Josh Gerth, CREDA Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky

Medium chapter: Eric Kassoff and Greg Rooney, CREDA DC | MD

Large chapter: Tyler Carlson, CREDA Colorado

Outstanding Contribution by a Chapter Executive

The winners of the Chapter Executive of the Year have elevated their chapters through their visionary leadership. They are remarkable for their efforts to drive membership growth; strengthen their chapter’s advocacy work through coalition building and strategic communications; implement innovative partnerships; enhance programming; and fortify their chapter’s financial resources.

Small chapter: Tim Oberweger, CREDA New York City Metro

Medium chapter: Tom Frank, CREDA Pittsburgh

Large chapter: Danielle Duvall, CREDA Washington State

Capitol Dome Award

CREDA Utah, the winner of this year’s Capitol Dome Award, clearly made its voice heard within state government. Last February, its members went to their state capital and successfully advocated for additional sources of energy to keep pace with rising demand, resulting in the passage of behind-the-meter electricity generation legislation. Now, their governor has made sustainable energy generation, transmission and storage a priority for 2026.

Additionally, this chapter bolstered their advocacy efforts going forward by establishing a PAC last year, helping them participate in every aspect of the legislative process from the ballot box to the eventual enactment of a law.

Outstanding Achievement in Membership Growth

CREDA Gulf Coast achieved the largest percentage of member growth in 2025 based on year-end membership data.

Highest Number of New Members

CREDA New York City Metro achieved the highest number of new members in 2025 based on year-end membership data.