Denholtz Chairman Steven Denholtz received the Leadership Excellence Award from Monmouth University’s Kislak Real Estate Institute on May 28 during the program’s annual dinner in West Long Branch. — Courtesy: Denholtz
By Joshua Burd
Monmouth University has recognized another one of New Jersey’s esteemed developers, honoring Denholtz Chairman Steven Denholtz last week during the Kislak Real Estate Institute’s 30th Annual Leadership Excellence Awards Dinner.
Denholtz, an influential figure in the industry for more than four decades, took over as the company’s CEO in 1983 and has since led its continued evolution, diversification and growth, according to the firm. Under his leadership, the business has expanded from its New Jersey roots into high-growth markets across the United States and built a portfolio valued at more than $2 billion, with properties spanning the industrial, multifamily, office and mixed-use asset classes.
Monmouth highlighted those achievements on May 28 when it presented Denholtz with the 2026 Leadership Excellence Award, part of an annual event that draws hundreds to the school’s Great Hall on its West Long Branch campus. The honor also reflected his commitment to the community, including service as a board member of the Monmouth Conservation Foundation and support for organizations such as the Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and the Count Basie Center for the Arts.
What’s more, Denholtz has served as an adjunct professor at the Kislak Real Estate Institute.
“This recognition from the Kislak Institute is among the highest honors of my career, and I am thankful for the many team members and partners whose work has contributed to this achievement,” Denholtz said. “The Kislak Institute has played a vital role in shaping the future of the commercial real estate industry since its inception, and it’s truly been a privilege to support their mission.”
