For an incredible ninth year in a row, we have been selected as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post, ranking twelfth among the largest employers. Through Rise by Bozzuto and our eight employee resource groups, we remain committed to fostering a sense of belonging that deepens our unique culture of kindness. Thank you to our associates for your relentless passion for delivering the extraordinary experiences for which we are known.

Bozzuto Construction recently held its annual fishing trip, an opportunity for associates to intentionally connect outside the workplace or job site. In addition to fishing, teams celebrated their accomplishments with an award ceremony, participated in a skills challenge and enjoyed a crab feast together. This tradition started with Tom Bozzuto’s love for fishing, and we look forward to continuing it for many years to come.

This week, we were honored to attend the Boys and Girls Club 20th Annual Youth & Real Estate Event, which focuses on building a supportive foundation and paving a way for a brighter future for the children and teenagers in the Greater Washington, D.C. region. Through Bozzuto and Rise by Bozzuto’s long-standing partnership with The Boys and Girls Club, we strive to provide essential opportunities and continuously empower the leaders of tomorrow.

As we celebrate World Kindness Day, we share our gratitude for the incredible people who work at Bozzuto and their commitment to making the world a better place. Through Rise by Bozzuto and our employee resource groups, our associates create opportunities to give back and spark change in their communities. Today and every day, we are dedicated to making a positive difference and strengthening our unique culture of kindness.

In the past month, Bozzuto's Client Services team hosted engaging events for clients and partners, beginning with in-person gatherings on the West Coast and in the Mid-West and concluding with a virtual State of the Market. The event featured Director of Research Nick Mills's discussion of market trends, portfolio insights, engaging broker panel discussions and near-term forecasts.

Today on Veterans Day, we honor all past and present military service members. To commemorate their resilience and immense sacrifice, our employee resource group VETS hosted a luncheon for Bozzuto veterans and a company-wide panel discussion featuring Chairman, Co-Founder and Vietnam Veteran Tom Bozzuto, alongside Bozzuto veterans Timothy Oswalt and J.E. Miles-Smith and military spouse Tara Brewster. Topics included their service experiences, the impact on their families and their transition back to civilian life. Thank you to all service members for your dedication and bravery.

Please join us in congratulating Chief Administrative Officer Julie Smith on her recognition as Corporate Heroine by March of Dimes. Julie’s commitment to Rise by Bozzuto and our eight employee resource groups strengthens our company’s ethos of community service and inspires us all to be incredible corporate citizens. Under Julie’s leadership, we will continue to leverage the power of our associates and residents to create an extraordinary impact on the communities we serve.

Constructed and managed by Bozzuto and developed in partnership with EYA and Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC), The Laureate recently received the 2024 Jack Kemp Excellence in Affordable and Workforce Housing Award at ULI’s Fall Meeting. This recognition celebrates developments that use innovative financing sources to provide attainable mixed-income housing. Read more: https://bit.ly/4hvLHiJ.

Representatives from Bozzuto Construction Company recently attended the annual Women in Construction Conference. With a theme of Rising Together, our associates engaged in sessions about AI, business development and government contracts, and our Director of Business Development, Caroline Sullivan, moderated a panel on "Empowering Partnerships On and Offsite." Events like these provide important leadership opportunities for our employees to network and connect with others in the industry. #WICDC

Set in the heart of the vibrant Chevy Chase Lake community, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Chevy Chase promises the remarkable Ritz-Carlton services with thoughtful elevation at every turn. Developed by Bozzuto with exteriors by David M. Schwarz and interiors by ADG, the residences offer nine curated amenity spaces designed to create a unique and refreshing living experience.