This is a People's Choice Award that recognizes an individual working for a private developer, local union, municipality, government agency, school board, academic or health institution who is making extraordinary efforts to ensure underrepresented groups gain training, employment and procurement opportunities through community benefits.

There is only one award for Community Benefits Champion for 2022. You can vote for any two candidates who you think are most deserving of this award! Before you vote, take a moment to learn about our six shortlisted candidates by reading their profiles. All are leaders in the construction industry, professionals with an outstanding track record of support for community benefits in their workplace and in their community.

Cast your vote by Friday, April 29th at 5pm. The recipient will be announced on May 10 during our Building Diversity Awards Gala.

We look forward to seeing you there live, in person or virtual. There are still some tickets available.

How were nominees shortlisted?

1. * Completeness of the nomination form
2. * Construction industry professional, leader, influencer
3. * Went over and above the call of duty to advance policy or practice that falls in line with values of community benefits
4. * Obtained buy-in from key stakeholders, ex. employees, management, peers, etc.