Diamond State Apartment Living Awards 2026
Executive Banquet & Conference Center
205 Executive DriveNewark, DE 19702-3316
United States
* Registration open until 10/9/26 at 12:35 PM (EDT)
DIAMOND STATE APARTMENT LIVING AWARDS
2026
OCTOBER 15TH
EXECUTIVE BANQUET AND CONFERENCE CENTER
205 Executive Drive, Newark DE 19702
The Theme this Year is PRETTY IN PINK to bring awareness to Breast Cancer
During our event, we will be collecting donations to benefit a nonprofit organization dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Funds raised will help local families with support, knowledge and resources. We invite you to participate and help us spread awareness for this important cause.
Event time 5:30 pm -9:30 pm
Attire: Formal or Elevated Cocktail Attire
The Big Question is: Do I have to wear PINK? The answer is no, but it's totally up to you
Parking: Plenty of parking is available in the large parking lot or in the area.
If you provided your email at the time of ticket purchase, your QR code was emailed to you; otherwise, check with the person who registered you. If not, reach out to cludwig@daahq.org before 10/14 to get your QR code.
CANCELLATIONS OR REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 10/5/26
Agenda
| October 15 | |
| 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
Cocktails Outside on the Patio
Enjoy an hour of networking, Hors D’oeuvres and beverages |
| 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
Dinner
Enjoy a buffet dinner: MENU: Caesar Salad, Chicken Francoise, Shrimp and Scallop Scampi, Homemade Meatballs, Green beans, Mashed potatoes, Mushroom Ravioli |
| 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM | Awards Presentation will begin Introduction and Awards Ceremony |
| 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Dancing and Networking |
SCHEDULE OF AWARDS PRESENTATION
Introduction-
- Candy Ludwig- DAA Executive Director
- Ed Lucus- DAA President and Regional Manager of The Galman Group
Property Awards Presentation -
Each category is in order by year, price point and unit count
Leasing and Marketing Excellence
Maintenance Excellence
Community of the Year
Affordable Community of the Year
Senior Living Community of the Year
Individual Awards Presentation
Rookie of the Year
Behind the Scenes Employee of the Year-Property Award and Corporate Award
Leasing Professional of the Year by unit count
Assistant Manager of the Year by unit count
Service Technician of the Year by unit count
Service Team of the Year by unit count
Service Supervisor of the Year by unit count
Property Manager of the Year by unit count
Social Media Influencer of the Year-Company
Regional Service Director of the Year
Regional of the Year
Executive of the Year
Supplier Representative of the Year
Supplier Company of the Year
Property Management Company of the Year
For More Information:
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR EVENT SPONSORS
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