COBA Announces 2020 Excellence Award Winners

COBA Announces 2020 Excellence Award Winners

Bend, Oregon – The Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA) is excited to announce the prestigious winners of the 2020 Excellence Awards. The annual awards honor outstanding contributions across the building industry, celebrating excellence in various categories. The winners were notified on January 6th, 2021.

2020 Excellence Award Winners:

  • Builder of the Year: Lifestyle Homes
  • Commercial Builder of the Year: R & H Construction
  • Green Builder of the Year: Salvesen Homes
  • Remodeler of the Year: Neil Kelly Design/Build
  • Green Commercial Builder of the Year: SunWest Builders
  • Sub-Contractor of the Year: Energy Conservation Insulation (ECI)
  • President’s Award: First American Title Company
  • Public Official of the Year: George Endicott, Redmond Mayor
  • Architect of the Year: DKA Architecture & Design
  • Home Designer of the Year: The Shelter Studio
  • Material Supplier of the Year: Cost Less Carpet
  • Lifetime Achievement Award: Mike & Cindi O’Neil, SolAire Homebuilders
  • Associate of the Year: Umpqua Bank Home Mortgage
  • Realtor of the Year: Harcourts The Garner Group
  • Developer of the Year: Pahlisch Homes
  • New Member of the Year: Todd Joseph General Contracting
  • Non-Profit Partner of the Year: Heart of Oregon Corps
  • Volunteer of the Year: Kathy Temple, Mid-Columbia Producers
  • Committee Member of the Year: Anthony Salvador, Salvador Law
  • People’s Choice Award: Cameron Curtis, Curtis Homes
  • Gary Bunger Industry Loyalty Award: Rick Szymanski, Szymanski Co.

These distinguished winners have shown leadership, dedication, and innovation in the building industry, contributing to the growth and success of the Central Oregon community. Each recipient was recognized for their outstanding achievements and commitment to excellence.

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