We congratulate our CEO Jamie Weinbaum on being honored with the 2025 Groundbreaker Award by ULI Washington earlier this month! The event took place on Thursday, May 1, at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia, bringing together over 380 members of the region's real estate community to celebrate excellence in leadership and development.

The Groundbreaker Award recognizes mid-career professionals in land use and real estate who demonstrate exemplary leadership across the Metropolitan Washington Region. Jamie was celebrated for his outstanding commitment to regional success through projects and professional experience focused on community engagement, engaging diverse perspectives, and transformative impact.

Since assuming the role of CEO at Horning two years ago, Jamie has overseen a diverse portfolio encompassing over 5,000 housing units and 600,000 square feet of retail space across the greater Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. His strategic vision and commitment to excellence have propelled Horning to new heights in operations, development, investments, asset management, and strategic planning.

Beyond his professional achievements, Jamie is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of real estate professionals. He actively shares his time, vision, and experience with aspiring leaders, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning within the industry.

Jamie's involvement with the Urban Land Institute (ULI) spans various leadership roles, including serving on the Americas Executive Committee, Chair of NEXT Americas, and previous Chair positions within ULI Washington.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Jamie on this well-deserved honor and look forward to his continued contributions to shaping vibrant, inclusive communities!