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Government Relations Distinguished Service Award Kinley Bray, Phil Dales and Chris Mudd The CREDA Legislative Committee relies on true subject matter experts to dissect proposed legislation, assess real world impact and advance practical solutions. This year’s Government Relations Distinguished Service Award honors three individuals who were vital to shaping…

Rising Star Award Samantha Eckels, Lee & Associates | Maryland Samantha Eckels of Lee & Associates | Maryland has been recognized as the 2026 CREDA Maryland Rising Star, an award honoring emerging professionals already making a meaningful impact early in their careers. Since entering the commercial real estate…

Broker Award Matt Laraway, CBRE Matt Laraway is widely recognized as the consummate professional who consistently exudes integrity, professionalism, and transparency. An integral member of the CBRE Transaction and Advisory Services team, he specializes in the sale and leasing of industrial/warehouse properties throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Laraway began…

Service Provider Award Howard Perlow, Residential Title & Escrow Company and Commercial Settlement Services Howard Perlow has been recognized as the 2026 Service Provider Award winner, recognizing his decades of dedication to the commercial real estate industry and broader community. Since 1990, Perlow has served as a trusted…

F. Patrick Hughes Legislative Award Chris Nevin, First National Bank It takes a special combination of dedication and expertise to annually tackle the avalanche of legislation in Annapolis, assess the complexities of each bill, and educate legislators about the potential impacts on the commercial real estate industry. For years,…

The Distinguished Merit Award recognizes an individual who has made a lasting impact on CREDA Maryland — an honor awarded only five times since the Awards of Excellence began in 2000. This year, the honor was given to the late Roger Waesche, Jr. a truly deserving recipient whose legacy continues to…

During the 90-day 2026 General Assembly session, the CREDA Legislative Committee reviewed more than 2,600 bills for their impact on commercial real estate. The Committee actively engaged 71 priority bills and submitted testimony at 94 bill hearings spread across eight issue areas – building and energy codes, business management, energy…

The State of Maryland is looking for a development team to create a high-density, mixed-use, transit-oriented development at the Rogers Avenue Metro Station. The proposed venture, according to commercial real estate analysis, faces both promising opportunities and big challenges. This month, the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) issued a Request…

An intimate and inquisitive gathering of Developing Leaders (DLs) received career advice from industry veterans at the recent “Lessons from Leadership” event. Borrowing from experiences that have helped shape their career trajectories, Sean Doordan, Senior Executive Vice President, Acquisitions and Growth for St. John Properties and CREDA President, together with…

Bi-annual program celebrates innovation and excellence in regional commercial real estate development and professionals. BALTIMORE, MD (April 23, 2026) – CREDA Maryland honored 10 different companies and 10 commercial real estate professionals in 18 separate categories at its biennial Awards of Excellence held recently at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.