Leadership and Excellence Awards Dinner

Sponsorship Levels

This year, we honor and recognize an exceptional organization and individual whose distinctive achievements have left an indelible mark on both the local and national real estate landscape.

Celebrating professional success in this unique way has become a longstanding tradition in our community.

Proceeds will continue to enhance the Institute and students who will become future leaders in this vital industry, and we hope you will consider supporting in the most visible way.

For sponsorship interest or questions, please contact Director of Development David Howell at dhowell@monmouth.edu or 732-923-4642.

Lead Sponsors | $15,000

Premier table(s) for up to sixteen (16) guests; Premier full-screen ad; Premier recognition on event website; Premier evening signage at event; Recognition during remarks

Dinner Sponsors | $12,500

Prominent table for ten (10) guests; Prominent full-screen ad; Prominent recognition on event website; Signage at dinner tables; Recognition during remarks

Cocktail Reception Sponsors | $10,000

Reserved table for ten (10) guests; Full-screen ad; Recognition on event website; Signage at cocktail reception

Welcome Area Sponsors | $7,500

Reserved table for eight (8) guests; Full-screen ad; Recognition on event website; Signage in welcome area

Table Sponsors | $5,000

Reserved table for eight (8) guests; Full-screen ad; Recognition on event website

Half-Table Sponsors | $2,500

Reserved table for four (4) guests; Full-screen ad

Digital Ad Journal Opportunities

Please provide ads in .eps, .pdf, or .jpg format (embed all fonts) by May 15, 2025.

Full-Screen Ad | $1,000

1920 pixels wide x 870 pixels high

Half-Screen Ad | $500

960 pixels wide x 870 pixels high

In Name-Only Listing in Digital Ad Journal | $250

Sponsor a Senior

Sponsor a Senior | $325

Underwrites the cost for one (1) Monmouth University student to attend the event.

This Year’s Honorees

Leadership Excellence Award

Onyx Equities, LLC

John Saraceno Jr., and Jonathan Schultz
Co-Founders and Managing Principals

Service to the Industry Award

Gretchen S. Wilcox

President & Founder, G.S. Wilcox & Co.

Past Honorees

About the Event

Join us for an evening of celebration and recognition at the annual Leadership Excellence Awards, hosted by the Kislak Real Estate Institute at Monmouth University. This prestigious event is a testament to the invaluable partnership between Monmouth University and the real estate industry, honoring outstanding individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to the state of New Jersey and the nation through their remarkable careers in real estate.

The Leadership Excellence Award is the centerpiece of the evening, acknowledging the profound interdependence between Monmouth University and the real estate sector. Each year, this award is bestowed upon an exceptional individual whose distinctive achievements have left an indelible mark on both the local and national real estate landscape. It serves as a testament to their unwavering dedication and commitment to advancing the industry.

Additionally, the evening features the Service to the Industry Award, an accolade presented to those who have gone above and beyond in providing exceptional service and support to the real estate community. Their outstanding contributions may encompass advocacy, education, or other vital services that enrich and strengthen the industry.

About the Institute

The Kislak Real Estate Institute at Monmouth University has been a pioneer in providing educational opportunities tailored to the real estate industry. Offering a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in real estate for undergraduates and a Master of Business Administration with a real estate concentration for graduate students, it remains the sole program of its kind in New Jersey. Furthermore, the institute provides an invaluable Real Estate Certificate program, fostering ongoing education for industry professionals. Numerous scholarship funds have been established, ensuring aspiring real estate students have access to the resources they need to succeed.

As the Kislak Real Estate Institute continues to evolve, new courses and research endeavors are being explored to address the industry’s ever-changing landscape.