Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame to Induct Five Individuals for Exceptional Contributions to Region

Inaugural Inductee Ceremony Receives Overwhelming Support from Commercial Real Estate Community

BISWIRE/Sept. 10, 2024 — With a month to go before  The Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame inducts its inaugural cohort of five distinguished individuals for their contributions to the region’s real estate landscape, the Philadelphia commercial real estate and business community of have embraced this event with an impressive amount of support. 

Thanks to more than 37 corporate and individual sponsors and more than 250 registrations, the Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame has already raised more than $30,000 to benefit five charities selected by the inductees. 

The honorees, celebrated for their professional achievements and unwavering commitment to the community, will be formally recognized at an event on Oct. 9, 2024, and at that time, the final amount that will be donated to these charities will be revealed. 

The Greater Philadelphia Hall of Fame is an organization established to annually recognize exceptional professionals in commercial real estate. The inaugural group of inductees are legends in the industry, led distinguished careers that span decades, and have had a lasting impact. The inductees are:

• Kevin Flynn Sr., founder of the Flynn Co., a Philadelphia real estate firm.

• Fred Jaindl, founder of the Jaindl Land Co., an Allentown development company. Fred Jaindl will be inducted posthumously.

• Bob Johnson, partner with Stevens & Johnson LLC, an Allentown law firm.

• Charlie Walters, co-founder of the Pureland Group, a Logan Township, N.J., development company.

• Joseph Zuritsky, Chairman of Parkway Corp., a Philadelphia parking and development company.

"The support we have received from the commercial real estate community to this newly established organization and its mission has been tremendous. It speaks to the void the Greater Philadelphia Hall of Fame is filling to annually recognize industry leaders who have demonstrated the dynamism represented in these five individuals," stated Jim Petrucci, Board Member of the Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame and President of J.G. Petrucci Company, Inc. "These Hall of Fame inductees have led professional careers marked by vision, dedication, and tenacity. They have profoundly impacted the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia, and South Jersey, driving economic growth and revitalizing communities. Honoring these exceptional individuals is a privilege."

Support of the Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame Inaugural Class of Inductees comes from the following sponsors: 

• Presenting: J.G. Petrucci Company Inc. and SVN Imperial Realty.

• Principal: Jaindl Farms and Land Development.

• Partner: Alliance HP, Brandywine Realty Trust, CBRE, Equus Capital Partners, Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, Link Logistics, and Greek Real Estate Partners.

• Premise: Avison Young, BFW Group, BisNow, Cerminara Architect, Gelcor Real Estate, KBC Advisors, Maguire Hayden Real Estate Co., Seagis Property Group, and Trammell Crow Co.

• Underwriter: Bazella, Dynamic Land Development Consultants, Endurance Real Estate Group, First American Title, Newmark, and Surety Title Co.

“It is terrific to see the Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame honor the inaugural group of inductees," said John Begier, CEO of Seagis. "These individuals have long set the standard for excellence in our industry, and their contributions have significantly impacted the commercial real estate landscape in our region. The establishment of The Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame is an exciting initiative that celebrates their exceptional work and achievements.”

"CBRE is ecstatic to be part of the groundbreaking launch of the Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame and honor the exceptional inaugural cohort of inductees," said Rija Beares, CBRE Philadelphia Region Market Leader. "These extraordinary professionals have profoundly transformed areas throughout the Philadelphia region and stand out as leaders who were always dedicated to working with peers and mentor the next generation of real estate leaders.”

As part of the program, the inductees have identified charities to receive a gift in their name. Those charities are:

• Ashley Addiction Treatment

• The Miracle League of the Lehigh Valley

• Tunnel to Towers Foundation

• Wills Eye Hospital

• Wounded Warrior Project

A celebratory Hall of Fame dinner and official induction ceremony is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 9, 2024, at Philadelphia Country Club in Gladwyne. Event details and ticket pricing can be found at Greater Philadelphia Real Estate Hall of Fame. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Caroline Clifford of Clifford EventCo. at 484.852.1828 or  cliffordeventco@gmail.com.