COBA Announces 2024 Excellence Award Winners

2024 COBA Excellence Award Winners: Honoring Central Oregon’s Top Builders and Industry Leaders

The Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA) has unveiled its prestigious 2024 Excellence Award winners, celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the construction and building industry. Nominated and voted on by COBA members, these awards recognize outstanding achievements in various categories, showcasing the region’s finest professionals.

Here are the 2024 Excellence Award winners:

Architect of the Year:

  • Steel Associates Architects

Home Designer of the Year:

  • Banton Engineering & Design

Material Supplier of the Year:

  • Builders FirstSource

High Performance Commercial Builder of the Year:

  • Kellcon

Sub Contractor of the Year:

  • Energy Conservation Insulation

Mike O’Neil High Performance Builder of the Year:

  • Hiatus Homes

Remodeler of the Year:

  • Sierra James Construction

Commercial Builder of the Year:

  • Stilson Builders

Residential Builder of the Year:

  • PerkeyBuilt

Lifetime Achievement Award:

  • Sandy Garner, Harcourts The Garner Group

Non-Profit Partner of the Year:

  • RootedHomes

Associate of the Year:

  • Paulsons Floor Coverings

Volunteer of the Year:

  • Jay Campbell, Woodhill Homes

Committee Member of the Year:

  • Geoff Harris, Solaire Homebuilders
  • Jesse Russell, Hiatus Homes

Realtor of the Year:

  • Erin Campbell, Remax

People’s Choice Award:

  • Staging Spaces + Design

Gary Bunger Industry Loyalty Award:

  • Pat Kesgard, Compass Commercial

Developer of the Year:

  • Woodhill Homes

President’s Award:

  • Beamworks USA

These awards celebrate the dedication, expertise, and innovation of COBA’s members. From homebuilders to material suppliers and industry volunteers, these honorees exemplify the best of Central Oregon’s building community.

The COBA Excellence Awards recognize both well-established industry leaders and emerging talents, highlighting their exceptional work and their impact on the local construction landscape. Whether it’s innovative home designs, high-performance building, or contributions to the community, this year’s winners have set a high standard for the future of construction in Central Oregon.

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