New York Building Congress 2024 Gala Honors New York City’s Building, Construction Leaders
Published on Dec 6, 2024
For Immediate Release: December 6, 2024
New York Building Congress 2024 Gala Honors New York City’s Building, Construction Leaders
Honorees at Industry Recognition Gala include Cheryl McKissack Daniel, Edward Piccinich, Northwell Health and Jack Resnick & Sons for contributions to shaping New York
Governor Hochul’s remarks highlighted key upcoming projects, including Penn Station, the Port Authority Bus Terminal, the Interborough Express and more
New York, NY (December 6, 2024) — The New York Building Congress celebrated prominent building and construction leaders who have helped shape the city’s future at its annual Industry Recognition Gala this week.
This year’s gala was hosted by New York Building Congress President & CEO Carlo A. Scissura, Esq; Chair Gregory A. Kelly, President & CEO of STV; Gala Co-Chairs Laura Bush, Regional Director, NYC Metro, Consigli Construction Co., Inc.; Bane Gaiser, U.S. East & LATAM Chief Executive, AECOM; and Gala Journal Chair Chris Esteban, President, A. Esteban & Company.
More than 950 attendees representing various sectors of New York’s design, construction and real estate community joined the New York Building Congress at the New York Hilton in Midtown Manhattan. In addition to the reception, dinner and program, the Gala featured a Young Professionals after-party for rising city building and construction industry leaders.
“Our annual gala is an opportunity to come together and celebrate the strides we’ve made in the industry while lifting up the people working every day to advance the field and transform it for the future,” said Carlo A. Scissura, President & CEO of the New York Building Congress. “We’re proud of the progress made this year and will continue to make in 2025 – from growing the workforce to pre-pandemic levels and moving forward key projects like the Gateway Program and a new Port Authority Bus Terminal. The future is bright for our industry, and we’re grateful to have so many integral partners fighting for the same vision.”
“The greatest project isn’t a building or infrastructure system – it’s cultivating the next generation of industry leaders to ensure that New York’s building industry remains at the forefront of innovation and excellence,” Building Congress Chair Gregory A. Kelly said. “Tonight’s honorees have shown us the height of what’s possible. The foundation has been laid – now it’s the next generation’s turn to build upon it and reach even greater heights.”
“Right now in the State of New York, we have not only the largest public infrastructure project going on right now with the Gateway Tunnel, but we also have the largest private sector project in American history with the building of Micron in upstate New York,” New York Governor Kathy Hochul told the attendees in remarks. “I love building in every corner of this state. And we are doing exceptional things.”
The Gala’s Guests of Honor included McKissack & McKissack President & CEO Cheryl McKissack Daniel; SL Green Chief Operating Officer Edward V. Piccinich; Northwell Health President & CEO Michael J. Dowling to accept the Building the Future Award; and Jack Resnick & Sons President Jonathan D. Resnick to accept the George A. Fox Public Service Award.
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Cheryl McKissack Daniel, President & CEO of McKissack and McKissack, was honored for her leadership of one of the nation’s oldest and most renowned Black- and woman-owned design and construction industries. She is a trailblazer in our field and her commitment to excellence and innovation continues to shape New York City’s infrastructure and inspire future generations.
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Edward Piccinich, Chief Operating Officer of SL Green Realty Corp., was honored for his remarkable leadership and commitment to advancing New York’s commercial real estate landscape. Ed has played an essential role in shaping the city’s skyline and strengthening its business community.
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The New York Building Congress presented the Building the Future Award to Northwell Health for its transformative contributions to healthcare innovation, expanded access to care, and commitment to building a healthier and more resilient New York. As the largest healthcare provider and private employer in New York State, Northwell Health is a force for advancing health equity and expanding access to medical services. Northwell is committed to developing a future-ready workforce by offering extensive training programs, fostering partnerships with educational institutions, and providing career development opportunities for its more than 83,000 employees. Beyond healthcare, Northwell Health plays a key role in economic development, creating jobs, stimulating local economies, and investing in infrastructure. Projects such as the Katz Women’s Hospital, the Center for Advanced Medicine, and the Sandra Atlas Bass Heart Hospital not only enhance patient care but also enrich New York’s architectural landscape, seamlessly blending compassionate care with pioneering design.
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The New York Building Congress presented the prestigious George A. Fox Public Service Award to Jonathan Resnick, President of Jack Resnick & Sons, for his dedication to improving the quality of life for New Yorkers and his enduring contributions to the city’s real estate and construction industries. Jonathan helms one of New York City’s leading family-owned real estate development and management firms, overseeing a portfolio of approximately 5 million square feet of commercial office and retail space and 900 rental apartments. Jonathan serves as Chair of the Realty Advisory Board on Labor Relations, sits on the Executive Committee of the Real Estate Board of New York, and is a Director of the Building Congress and former Chair of the Building Foundation.
Established in 2002, the George A. Fox Public Service Award honors the extraordinary legacy of George A. Fox, P.E., an inspiration to our entire industry through his vision and unsurpassed construction expertise. This award in his name celebrates his exceptional commitment to New York City, the education of its youth and overall public service.
For more information on the NY Building Congress’ Industry Recognition Gala, click here.
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About The New York Building Congress
The New York Building Congress, a broad-based membership association celebrating its 103rd year, is committed to promoting the growth and success of the construction industry in New York City and its environs. Learn more about the New York Building Congress at www.buildingcongress.com.
