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Diamond State Apartment Living Awards 2026

Thursday, October 15, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM (EDT)

Executive Banquet & Conference Center

205 Executive Drive
Newark, 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.

YOU MUST HAVE A QR CODE TO CHECK IN AT REGISTRATION AND BRING A VALID ID

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:

Candy Ludwig
Candy Ludwig
Executive Director Delaware Apartment Association (302)502-3110

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR EVENT SPONSORS