Urban Leader Awards Category Highlight: Future Leader

The deadline for entries in the 2024 edition for The Urban Developer’s inaugural Urban Leader Awards is now less than two weeks away.

This year the awards span 14 diverse categories to celebrate excellence across the property sector, including development, architecture and design, planning, sustainability, construction, finance, legal, valuation and advisory, real estate, marketing, technology, and community engagement.

Among those categories is the Future Leader award, which will spotlight rising stars in the industry aged 35 years and under.

This is your chance to be recognised for your individual achievements and contributions to the industry. Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your work and gain well-deserved recognition.

Hurry, nominations close on Friday, August 30, 2024.

The Future Leader award celebrates those who have made a significant impact across any field in the built environment. 

Open to individuals and small teams (up to three members) working in any role within a firm, this award recognises excellence in leadership, growth, innovation, responsibility, bravery, and the elusive X-Factor. 

The jury will focus on how these young professionals have demonstrated exceptional leadership and driven positive change in the industry and the broader community. By entering, applicants can showcase their achievements and set a new standard for the future of the industry.

Why You Should Enter:

Recognition: Gain visibility and recognition from industry leaders and peers.

Career Advancement: Enhance your professional profile and open doors to new opportunities.

Benchmark Excellence: Position yourself or your team as a leader in the built environment.

Showcase Achievements: Highlight your contributions in leadership, innovation, and responsible business practices.

Industry Impact: Demonstrate your influence and the positive changes you’ve driven within the industry.

Network Growth: Connect with key industry figures and expand your professional network.

Who Should Enter:

Emerging Leaders: Individuals aged 35 years and under making a significant impact in the property industry.

Industry Professionals: Anyone working in any role within a firm across the built environment sector.

Teams: Small groups of up to three individuals who meet the age and industry criteria.

Innovators: Those who have introduced new approaches, ideas, or technologies that have driven positive change.

Responsible Leaders: Individuals or teams who have demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.

Brave Problem-Solvers: Professionals who have shown courage and resilience in overcoming industry challenges.

The awards program will culminate with a gala event in Sydney on Wednesday, October 16 at Doltone House, Hyde Park, (pictured below). 

The other Urban Leader award categories are: 

• Developer of the year

• Architecture and design

• Planning

• Engineering

• Sustainability

• Construction

• Finance

• Legal

• Valuation and advisory

• Real estate

• Marketing

• Proptech

• Community

Learn more about the eligibility criteria, by downloading the entry guidelines at the Urban Leader website.

Time is running out—begin your submission today and secure your place among the top leaders in the industry.

The Urban Leader awards is proudly sponsored by Zagga.

For partnership opportunities, contact Corey Timms, national partnership director on 0400 332 224 or corey.timms@theurbandeveloper.