Walters and its team received five awards during the New Jersey Apartment Association’s annual Garden State Award gala on Nov. 6. From left: Matthew Krauchick Sr., district maintenance manager; Paige Arace, property manager; Mike Fillman, district maintenance manager; Holly White, property manager; Bob Troy, district maintenance manager; Carrie Adragna, regional manager; Melissa DeMayo, director of property management; Joe Campanella, district maintenance manager; Caity Thomas, training and development manager; Chris Hall, property manager; Rylie Smith, regional manager; Jenna Rutherford, assistant property manager; Denise Martin, property manager. — Courtesy: Walters
By Joshua Burd
Affordable housing developer Walters has been riding high in recent weeks after taking home five awards at an annual gala hosted by the New Jersey Apartment Association.
The Barnegat-based firm announced last week that NJAA recognized its team in four categories — Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, Regional Manager and Curb Appeal — as part of the Nov. 6 program at The Palace at Somerset Park in Franklin. Walters also received the coveted Management Company of the Year Award in the affordable housing category, noting that the accolade is bestowed by a panel of peers and industry experts from New Jersey and beyond.
To be considered for an award, nominees had to submit an application, photos, letters from residents and/or peers and other supporting documents.
“These awards affirm the hard work and dedication of our team,” said Joe Del Duca, partner and director of affordable housing for Walters. “Our entire staff plays a vital role in providing an exceptional living experience for residents.”
The individual honorees from Walters included:
- Maintenance Technician: Matt Krauchick
- Maintenance Supervisor: Joe Campanella
- Regional Manager: Rylie Smith
- Curb Appeal: Cornerstone at Branchburg, Cornerstone at Holmdel
“With our incredible membership constantly raising the bar, the competition for a Garden State Award was tougher than ever before,” NJAA Executive Director and CEO David Brogan said. “In the face of new and evolving challenges in our industry, this outstanding group of highly professionalized property owners, property managers, developers and vendors illustrate the very best our industry has to offer.”
