‘Excellence in Manufactured Housing Awards’ from MGM Grand in Vegas
The Manufactured Housing Institute announced the 2024 Excellence in Manufactured Housing Award recipients during its Congress and Expo event at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The annual awards program honors MHI members in the manufactured and modular home building who provide outstanding products, customer service, creative solutions, and state-of-the-art homes.
This year the organization considered more than 80 submissions in 18 categories. The winners were chosen by peers and an independent panel of experts for their leadership and dedication to the manufactured housing industry during the last year.
The 2024 Excellence in Manufactured Housing Award winners, listed by category, are:
Manufacturer of the Year Awards
• Manufacturer of the Year (Three plants or fewer): Oak Creek Homes
• Volume Manufacturer of the Year: Clayton Home Building Group
Retail Sales Center of the Year Awards
• Retail Sales Center of the Year – East: Clayton Homes – Cookeville, Tenn.
• Retail Sales Center of the Year – West: Homes Direct of Oregon, LLC
Land-Lease Community Awards
• Manufactured Home Community Operator of the Year: UMH Properties, Inc.
“UMH is proud to receive this award for a fourth time,” UMH Properties President and CEO Sam Landy said. “We have built an operating platform that delivers exceptional results year after year. We continue to acquire, improve, and expand our communities, which increases access to quality affordable housing in each market that we serve. I would like to thank our managers, maintenance staff, regional managers, vice presidents, directors and officers and all other staff members for our outstanding achievements.”
• Land-Lease Community of the Year – East: Equity LifeStyle Properties – Village Green
“Village Green’s essence lies in the serene atmosphere, stunning scenery, and abundant activities and events that foster the community feel among our residents, providing something for everyone,” remarked Jonathan Merkle, vice president of operations. “The acknowledgment from the Manufactured Housing Institute fills our entire team with pride. This award truly highlights the consistent efforts of our staff to ensure Village Green remains an extraordinary community for our residents.”
• Land-Lease Community of the Year – West: Equity LifeStyle Properties – Monte Vista Village
“Monte Vista truly offers something for everyone, but mostly it’s the friendly culture, the convenient location, and the many clubs and events that bring our residents and community together,” said Ryan Coslett, vice president of operations. “Being honored by the Manufactured Housing Institute makes our whole team very proud. This award recognizes the consistent efforts of our Monte Vista staff to provide and prioritize an exceptional experience for our residents.”
Supplier of the Year Award
• Supplier of the Year: Style Crest Inc
Lender of the Year Awards
• Lender of the Year (Floor plan): 21st Mortgage Corporation
• Volume Lender of the Year: 21st Mortgage Corporation
• Lender of the Year (Regional): Credit Human
• Manufactured Home Community Lender/Broker of the Year: Yale Realty & Capital Advisors
Design Awards
• Manufactured Home Design (Multi-Section): Oak Creek Homes with The Swan
• Manufactured Home Design (Single Section): Oak Creek Homes with The Crane
• Modular Housing Design Award: Champion Homes with the Atlantic
• Manufactured Home Design (CrossMod®): Champion Homes with The Westridge
Industry Leadership Awards
• Leadership in Sustainability: Clayton Home Building Group
• Community Impact Project of the Year: Monmouth Mobile Home Park
“Our dedicated staff has worked hard to develop programs and work collaboratively with community partners to offer services and programs aimed at enriching people’s lives and providing assistance in various ways,” Monmouth Mobile Park Manager Dan Mandell said. “With a rich history dating back to the 1950s, MMHP has consistently demonstrated a commitment to giving back to the community and has, in recent years, spearheaded programs focused on resident education, alleviating food insecurity, and bolstering local community events.”
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