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Impact Awards

Recognizing extraordinary leadership and achievement in commercial real estate

The CREW Detroit Impact Awards recognize outstanding commercial property developments, in Southeast Michigan, that significantly impact their surrounding communities. We also honor those CREW Detroit members who are committed to making these projects a reality.

Project awards are presented to:

  • One renovation/adaptive reuse project

  • One new construction project

  • One special impact project (new construction or redevelopment)

Projects located in the Southern Michigan region are eligible. This region is defined as all counties south of, and including, Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta, Isabella, Midland, Bay, and Huron Counties. [View the map]

The program will also include honoring the 2024 Woman of Impact. This recognition is awarded to a woman who has broken multiple barriers in the CRE industry. Her actions illustrate everything that CREW Detroit represents and has forged a path for the next generation of leaders. This woman has also leveraged her network to encourage other women to pursue personal and professional opportunities to advance their careers in the CRE industry. 

Past Winners

2024 CREW Detroit Impact Award Winners:

Woman of Impact Award:  Alicia Washeleski, Plante Moran Realpoint
Alicia is a principal at Plante Moran Realpoint (PMR) and brings over 35 years of diverse design and construction experience to her clients. She specializes in project feasibility, programming, design management, preconstruction planning, and construction project oversight for large and complex projects. Her comprehensive expertise has always proved to be invaluable to her clients nationwide.

Renovation/Adaptive Reuse Project Award: Ford Motor Company Michigan Central Station
Submitting Firm: Christman | BRINKER Corktown Transformation Joint Venture

New Construction Project Award : Pope Francis Center, Bridge Housing Campus
Submitting Firm: J.S. VIG Construction

Special Impact Project Award: Life Is A Dreamtroit
Submitting Firm: Kraemer Design Group

Global CREW Network Awards

Through its recognition programs, including Impact Awards, CREW Catalyst Awards, Distinguished Leaders and Circle of Excellence, CREW Network is a leader in recognizing outstanding women and professionals in commercial real estate globally. CREW members are encouraged to nominate individuals for these industry-wide awards annually between mid-February and mid-April.

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