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2026 Next Generation Awards

Submit Your Nominations Today

Do you know any young persons in the business who stand out because of their talent, drive and fresh ideas? Do you have a rising star in your midst?

Please consider nominating them for one of Connect CRE’s annual Next Generation Awards. We’ll consider candidates in all sectors of commercial real estate—from leasing and development to investment and finance.

Based on your nominations, we’ll choose the most talented young pros working in real estate. The winners will be announced in May.

Candidates must be 35 or younger on December 31, 2026. Last year’s winners are not eligible for consideration.

Please submit your nominations by April 17, 2026.

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What are the nominee’s job duties?*

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List three deals/highlights the nominee performed? (i.e., specific lease/sales transactions or corporate initiatives planned/implemented).*

What are other jobs (at other companies), if any, that the nominee has held?*

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How long has the nominee been in the industry?*

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What are some challenges the nominee has faced during his/her career/personal life, and how did he/she meet those challenges?*

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What honours/awards/accolades (if any) has the nominee received?*

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In what way is the nominee active in the company in addition to his/her daily routines (i.e., mentoring, serving on in-house committees, performing new initiatives/projects)?*

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In what way is the nominee active in the community?*

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What else can you tell us about the nominee that would make him/her a viable candidate for this award (unusual personal background, a special challenge overcome)?*

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