Commercial Real Estate Development Association New Jersey (CREDA NJ) honored the contributions of its volunteer leaders and industry partners during its sold-out annual President’s Awards and Hall of Fame Reception in East Brunswick.
Hosted by Chapter President Matt Schlindwein of Greek Real Estate Partners and President-Elect Adam Pasternack of Russo Development, the evening highlighted exemplary service to the association, advocacy in Trenton, and the commercial real estate sector’s role in driving local community impact.
“Each of our honorees has played a vital role in shaping CREDA NJ into what it is today: a respected entity among policymakers, an effective force in Trenton, and a valuable resource for both seasoned commercial real estate professionals and aspiring leaders. Our chapter is fortunate to be composed of the most talented, engaged, and dedicated professionals in the commercial real estate industry,” Matt Schlindwein, President, CREDA New Jersey, said.
Redevelopment attorney Anne S. Babineau of Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A., was inducted into the 2026 CREDA NJ Hall of Fame. Accepting the honor, Babineau highlighted the collaborative spirit of the chapter and credited her colleagues across CREDA NJ for supporting her decades-long legal career dedicated to New Jersey community revitalization.
Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin presented a formal legislative proclamation to Hartz Mountain Industries, marking the firm’s 100th anniversary. Accepting CREDA NJ’s Legacy Award on behalf of the company, President and COO Gus Milano was recognized for Hartz Mountain’s century of commercial development and decades of active chapter participation.
Full Roster of 2026 Award Recipients
Along with the Hall of Fame and Legacy recognitions, six additional members were celebrated across advocacy, leadership, and student categories:
- Advocacy Award: Chris J. Murphy, Murphy Schiller & Wilkes LLP
- Advocacy Award: Kelly McCormick, PWS, LEED AP, Langan
- Volunteer of the Year Award: Blake Chroman, Sitex Group
- Rising Star Award: Will Rothpletz, Matrix Development Group
- Student Award: Anna Rivera, Middlesex College
- Student Award: Carl Davis, Middlesex College
