Stiles’ SunTrust International Center Receives Building of the Year (TOBY) and Chief Engineer Award from BOMA
Stiles announced today that SunTrust International Center in downtown Miami has received The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Award for the second consecutive year as well as the Chief Engineer Award from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Miami-Dade.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Stiles’ SunTrust International Center Receives Building of the Year (TOBY) and Chief Engineer Award from BOMA
Fort Lauderdale, FL. – March 10, 2011 – Stiles is honored to announce that SunTrust International Center in downtown Miami has received The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Award for the second consecutive year as well as the Chief Engineer Award from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Miami-Dade. The TOBY Awards are the most prestigious and comprehensive programs of their kind in the commercial real estate industry recognizing quality in office buildings and rewarding excellence in office building management.
“For a single building to win both of these impressive awards is a landmark achievement for any company and we sincerely thank our dedicated and skilled team for their commitment to quality and dedication to position this office building as one of the most distinguished in South Florida,” said Chris Rotolo, president of Stiles Property Management.
Just last year, SunTrust International Center won a 2009-2010 TOBY award for excellence in building management and back in 2002 the building was awarded with a TOBY for excellence in renovation. The TOBY Award is bestowed as the highest mark of excellence for office building management and is the most all-inclusive program in the commercial real estate industry. During the competitions, all facets of a building's operations are thoroughly evaluated. Competing in the 250,000 - 499,000 square foot category, Stiles won based on judging categories that included:
- Building standards
- Emergency preparedness and security
- Community involvement and tenant relations
- Energy management systems and procedures
- Environmental and regulatory
- Training for building personnel
Stiles Property Management was also acknowledged for its sustainability program, which includes the use of green cleaning products that are environmentally safe, Green Seal Certified, bio-renewable and do not contain volatile organic compounds that could compromise indoor air quality. As a leader in sustainability, Stiles Property Management is recognized for its programs in energy conservation and management, which also create annual cost savings to its tenants and owners. SunTrust International Center is ENERGY STAR®-rated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
“We are truly honored to receive this esteemed recognition and look forward to continuing to set the benchmark for quality in office buildings and excellence in office building management,” said Chris Rotolo, president of Stiles Property Management.
About SunTrust International Center
SunTrust International Center is a 420,080-SF landmark office building situated in the heart of downtown Miami, one of Florida’s leading business centers with a world-class port, airport, and medical community. SunTrust’s 31-story marble and glass edifice boasts high-end elements including a 20-foot high grand lobby that is finished with travertine marble. It was the recipient of the BOMA “Building of the Year” award in the Rehabilitated/Modernized Building category after its most recent modernization in 2002. Located at 1 Southeast 3rd Avenue, SunTrust is known for its dramatic views of Biscayne Bay and the city, as well as its easy access to the I-95 highway. Major tenants include Peckar & Abramson, Akerman, Senterfitt & Eidson, P.A., Bank of America, Miami Daily Business Review, RR Donnelley & Sons, SunTrust Bank and Walgreens.
About Stiles
Stiles is a full-service commercial real estate firm with a clear mission: Invest∙Build∙Manage. With its diverse capabilities, Stiles has achieved a stellar reputation for excellence and market leadership within the real estate industry. In addition to Development, Construction, Architecture, Realty and Property Management, Stiles also specializes in Financing, Acquisitions and Repositioning. The Company is responsible for more than 37 million square feet of office, industrial, retail, mixed-use and residential projects throughout the southeastern United States. Since 1951, Stiles has played a vital role in South Florida’s rise to prominence. With a multitude of award winning projects, Stiles inspired the revitalization of downtown Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the home of its headquarters. The Company also maintains regional offices in Miami, Tampa, West Palm Beach, Naples, Fort Myers and Orlando, Florida. For more information, please visit www.stiles.com or call 954-627-9300.
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