Purpose: To Recognize Local Visionaries

One of the purposes of the annual CRE Summit™ is to promote leading-edge discussions between all segments of the Commercial Real Estate Industry. We provide a venue to recognize visionaries who have made Pivotal contributions to the real estate industry (Pivot Award™). At the CRE Summit Luncheon, Pivot Award™ winners who exhibit innovation and creativity in various industry categories will be announced.

The Commercial Real Estate Summit’s Board of Directors selects commercial real estate industry professionals who have made Pivotal contributions to the real estate industry during the previous year in several categories, including:  Architect, Appraiser, Contractor or Developer, Financing, Public Official and Real Estate Brokerage. (sample categories), not all categories may be awarded in a year.

2023 Pivot Award™ Winners

Public Official: Josh Moore, Edmond City Council

Josh Moore is the owner of Moore Quality Homes and Moore Quality Investments, focusing on real estate development and custom homebuilding projects. A graduate from the University of Central Oklahoma, Josh began learning the real estate business at the Edmond Economic Development Authority, then moved to a property management, commercial leasing and project management role at Edmond based Turner & Company for 16 years. As a community advocate and volunteer for several organizations, Josh ran for office and served as the Ward 2 Edmond City Council representative from 2019 to 2023. He and his wife Shannon reside in Edmond with their two children, Max and Olivia.
Proud Accomplishments While Serving In Office:

• Edmond’s First Tax Increment Finance District projected to
  generate more than $65 million in public improvements in
  Downtown Edmond.
• Passing Oklahoma’s First Development Tree Preservation Ordinance
  balancing future development with East Edmond’s historic
  CrossTimbers Forest.
• -Coordinating the Arcadia Lake “Dream Team” and successful
  Arcadia Lake district Master Planning project.
• -Serving on the 2050 East Edmond study task force with an
  emphasis on balancing future density with rural development.
• -Creating a Low Impact Development Manual, Housing Needs
  Assessment, and overhaul of Edmond’s Zoning and Development
  codes.
• New Edmond City Hall, Municipal Court, Metropolitan Library and
  YMCA projects.
• Representing Edmond and serving as Chair for the Association of
  Central Oklahoma Governments and ACOG MPO Policy Committee.

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Developer: Matthew Myers, Switchgrass Capital

Residing in the modern Prairie development near Arcadia, Oklahoma—a project he co-founded in 2016—Matthew Myers exemplifies passion for real estate that uplifts communities. An Oklahoma native, he shares a robust 29-year marriage with Kim, a former dietitian who now imparts English lessons to international students. The couple values faith, family, and the simple joys of life, including nature walks and heartfelt laughter.

Matthew’s academic journey spans from Oklahoma State University to an MBA from Oklahoma City University. Sports, especially his fifteen-year foray into combat sports, played a significant role in his younger days. Now, he relishes hikes across Oklahoma, fly-fishing in Montana, and the artistry of Santa Fe. As a co-founder of the GiANT family of companies, he has significantly impacted business growth through his expertise in strategy and investments. Central to Matthew’s life is forging meaningful connections, championing positive change, and nurturing lifelong friendships.

Pivotal contributions to the CRE Industry in Oklahoma:

• The Lark
• The Ember
• 103 Broadway
• The Oxlley

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Attorney: Todd McKinnis, Rubenstein and Pitts

Todd McKinnis is a Partner at Rubenstein & Pitts, PLLC, an Edmond law firm. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma with degrees in Political Science and Law. Todd specializes in commercial, corporate, and real estate law, estate planning, and non-profit organizations. He’s recognized as a top real estate attorney in Oklahoma. Todd represents businesses from formation to dissolution and is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs focus on their businesses. He has received numerous honors and serves on various boards, including the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon and Anna’s House Foundation. Rubenstein & Pitts, PLLC, is Edmond’s largest law firm, providing personalized service to clients with a wide range of legal needs.

Noteworthy Projects and Practice Areas:

• Negotiated a significant private-public partnership for a 300-acre development in Edmond.
• Assisted with the establishment of Edmond’s first comprehensive Tax Increment Financing District.
• Working on a multi-generational development project spanning 3000 acres of land in Oklahoma County. Collaborating with Edmond Planning.
• Department on zoning updates and addressing housing challenges. Representing multi-family developers to diversify housing options in the Oklahoma City Metropolitan area.

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Appraiser: Darin Dalbom, NPVal

Darin Dalbom serves as the President of NPVal, LLC, bringing to the role over 30 years of proficiency in real estate valuation and consulting. He is renowned for his expertise in appraising mobile broadband communication towers, for which he has pioneered specialized report formats. Prior to establishing NPVal, Darin directed the Oklahoma City branch of a prestigious Fortune 500 valuation firm, with a primary focus on investment-grade offices and industrial properties, predominantly in Washington D.C.

An alumnus of Texas A&M University, Darin earned his Master’s in Land Economics and Real Estate. He is a proud MAI-designated member of the Appraisal Institute and further enriches the academic sphere as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Central Oklahoma. With a certification as a general real estate appraiser, Darin’s expertise is frequently sought in legal settings; he has provided testimony in numerous courts, including the U.S. Federal Bankruptcy Court in Oklahoma City. In addition to his illustrious career, Darin’s commitment to the field is evident through his recent appointment to the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency Board of Trustee for 2023.

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Project Manager: Trait Thompson, OK State Capital Preservation Commission

Trait Thompson stands as a paragon in the realm of historical preservation, helming the Oklahoma Historical Society as its Executive Director since January 2021. Yet, the cornerstone of his legacy is the Oklahoma Capitol Restoration Project. Under his judicious leadership, a landmark once facing decay and neglect, featured twice on Preservation Oklahoma’s “Most Endangered Places,” was revitalized into a beacon of the state’s history.

Endowed with bond issues amassing $245 million, Trait guided an expansive restoration, entailing:

• Over 4,600 meticulous repairs to exterior limestone and granite.
• Revival of 21 miles of mortar joints.
• Restoration of 477 authentic steel windows.
• Waterproofing of the essential underground tunnel linking the capitol to the east parking lot.
• Installation of a new copper roof.
• Comprehensive infrastructure refurbishments, ranging from state-of-the-art electrical and HVAC systems to advanced security measures.
• The unveiling of a new museum, now Oklahoma’s third-largest.

Before this monumental endeavor, Trait dedicated his skills as policy director for former Senate President Pro Tempore, Brian Bingman. Here, he honed his ability to understand the intricacies of the state’s operations, diligently reviewing every senate bill and engaging with Oklahomans from all walks of life. Beyond tangible restorations, Trait enriches Oklahoma’s historical narrative as co-host of “A Very OK Podcast.” This platform, combined with his insightful dispatches in the “Mistletoe Leaves” newsletter, positions him as a foremost voice in celebrating and preserving Oklahoma’s unique historical tapestry

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2024 Pivot Award nominations are now being accepted; deadline will be posted soon.

Please email nomination to: marketing4cresummit@gmail.com

Included in the nomination should be a short biography of the nominee as well as a bullet point list and/or short paragraph which highlights the nominee’s pivotal contributions to the real estate industry in Oklahoma.

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Past Pivot Award™ Winners

Read about the winners from each year by clicking on the link within the years below!

2022

2021 – No Award

2020 – No Award due to the COVID Pandemic

2019

2018

2017

2016