The Neighborhoods We Build. The Stadiums We Love.

For fifty years, the strength of D.C.’s “home field” has been built on the grit of those who lead and the partnerships they forge. Stadiums fuel our civic pride, and the D.C. neighborhoods we build define our heart. Since 1976, DCBIA’s work has been to “unstick” the District’s most complex real estate development challenges—transforming policy into the economic vitality and quality of life that every resident deserves.

On Friday, May 15, 2026, DCBIA returns to The Anthem for our 50th Anniversary Achievement Awards. Join us in black-tie as we honor high achievement in our industry, local government, and community leaders who build resilient and thriving neighborhoods and experiences.

The 2026 Annual Achievement Award Honorees

• The 50th Anniversary Honor | The Next 50 Award: Honorable Mayor Muriel E. Bowser
• Developer of the Year: Urban Atlantic
• Government Sector Award: Brian Hanlon, Department of Buildings
• Community Impact Award: Amazon
• The Collaboration Award: African American Real Estate Professionals DC and Housing& — a partnership convened by DCBIA 
• Young Leader Award: To be Announced LIVE

The Next Generation: The leadership for the next 50 years continues at DCBIA. Apply for the Young Leader Achievement Award | Deadline: April 6, 2026

Secure Your Sponsorship 

 

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REVIEW THE SPONSOR PACKAGES HERE 

PURCHASE ONLINE HERE

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• The Prime Event Sponsor | $15,000 (Limited to 5)
• Backstage Green Room Sponsor | $15,000 (1 Available)
• The Platinum “Mixed-Use” Sponsor | $12,500
• The “Golden” Table | $9,500
• The “Next 50” Young Leader Gold Sponsor | $9,500
• The “Solid Ground” Silver Sponsor | $6,000: The foundational entry for firms driving D.C. forward.
• Access the sponsor deck for more opportunities!

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