VHB was recognized with six awards at the 2025 Long Island Business News (LIBN) Real Estate, Architecture, and Engineering Awards, held this week. The annual event celebrates standout professionals, companies, and projects that are transforming the built environment and driving long-term success across Long Island.
This year, VHB received recognition across multiple categories—from individual achievements to major project milestones. The awards reflect our deep commitment to helping clients deliver impactful projects that strengthen communities, advance smart growth, and support sustainable, long-term development.
“We’re proud to be recognized by LIBN among a field of exceptional professionals and projects,” said Lou Bekofsky, Managing Director of VHB’s Hauppauge office. “These awards highlight the creative thinking, technical excellence, and collaborative spirit our teams bring to every assignment, always focused on helping our clients and partners achieve meaningful results for their communities.”
2025 LIBN Awards Received by VHB:
Rising Star: Theresa Colonna
Theresa was honored as a Rising Star for her leadership on critical healthcare projects across Long Island and her growing role as a mentor, project lead, and culture champion within VHB’s Hauppauge office.
Top Engineer: Andrew Nee
Andrew was recognized as Top Engineer for his leadership on transformative land development and real estate projects across Long Island, his dedication to mentoring the next generation of engineers, and his lasting impact on VHB’s real estate practice.
Top Private Project: ICC T20 World Cup Cricket Stadium and South Fork Wind Farm
These two distinct yet impactful projects demonstrate how private development can catalyze regional progress. VHB’s integrated services helped permit, design, construct, and demolish the T20 World Cup Cricket Stadium in record time while advancing renewable energy innovation through South Fork Wind Farm.
Top Smart Growth Project: The Royal Blue
Anchoring Mineola’s downtown revitalization is The Royal Blue, a centrally located, transit-accessible residential development that blends luxury living, walkability, and local economic benefit.
Top Engineering Firm: VHB
This firmwide recognition reflects the strength of our multidisciplinary team and our ability to support clients across a range of markets—from energy and institutions to transportation and real estate—delivering forward-thinking solutions that position Long Island for the future.
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