Awards for Excellence

ULI North Florida’s Awards for Excellence recognizes outstanding real estate projects and organizations throughout the District Council. Eligible nominations include projects that demonstrate excellence and best practices in the areas of planning, design, construction, management, financial viability and sustainability. This biennial event will next take place in Fall 2026.

Interested in Applying for the 2026 Awards for Excellence?

Showcase your project and join the region’s top innovators in responsible land use and community impact. Submit your intent to apply and be recognized for shaping North Florida’s future.

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Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the 2024 Awards for Excellence! Hosted at Deerwood Castle in Jacksonville, more than 300 ULI North Florida members and guests attended the Awards for Excellence Gala.

The Awards for Excellence project winners honor exceptional development projects that exemplify ULI North Florida’s mission and values. Development teams receiving this prestigious award demonstrate innovation, responsible use of land and beneficial community impact.

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2024 Awards for Excellence Winners

New Development Under $20M
SoMo Walls

New Development Over $20M
Jacksonville North VA Outpatient Clinic & Domiciliary

Public Sector/Non-Profit
Rutledge Pearson Elementary School

Reuse/Repurpose
Hardwicks Bar

Urban Development
VyStar Parking Garage on Forsyth

Organization of Influence
Ability Housing

Judges’ Choice
UF Malachowsky Hall

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2024 Visionary Leader
Aundra Wallace, JAXUSA Partnership

The ULI North Florida Visionary Leader Award recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding contribution within the real estate industry and the community as a whole.

This year, we are honored to present Aundra Wallace, President of JAXUSA Partnership, with the 2024 Visionary Leader Award.

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