1031 CORP.'s 2025 Annual Award Winners

Christine Mesaros, Exchange Banking & IT Manager

Christine Mesaros received 1031 CORP.’s highest annual recognition, the Bill Cotter Eagle Award for Leadership, for her exceptional leadership and dedication throughout 2025. Based on peer nominations and final review by President and CEO Margo McDonnell, Christine was recognized for the leadership and reliability she brings to overseeing the company’s banking operations and supporting both teammates and clients with integrity and care.

Gabrielle Durante, CES®, Exchange Coordinator

Gabrielle Durante received the 1031 CORP. Small but Mighty Teamwork Award for consistently going above and beyond to support others and strengthen collaboration across the team. Nominated by her peers, Gabbie was recognized for the positive impact she makes through coordinating exchanges, supporting teammates, and bringing energy and positivity to every interaction.

Emily McDonnell, Marketing & Business Development Specialist

Emily McDonnell received the 1031 CORP. Spark Plug Award for bringing energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to everything she does. Nominated by her peers, Emily was recognized for supporting marketing and business development initiatives, building relationships with industry professionals nationwide, and continuously finding new ways to strengthen awareness of 1031 CORP.

Renee Tamburro, Exchange Banking Assistant

Renee Tamburro received the 1031 CORP. Dare to Soar Award for her commitment to excellence, leadership, and positive impact across the organization. Nominated by her peers, Renee was recognized for supporting banking operations, contributing to company initiatives, and helping move projects and communication forward with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Pamela Sills, Design & Multimedia Specialist

Pamela Sills received the 1031 CORP. Excellence Award for an Administrative Team Member in recognition of her professionalism, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Nominated by her peers while celebrating her 10-year anniversary with the company, Pamela was recognized for elevating the 1031 CORP. brand through high-quality marketing, design, and multimedia work while supporting key initiatives across the organization.

Exchange Team Excellence Award - Grace and Kristen

Kristen McVeigh and Grace Rivera, Exchange Officers

Kristen McVeigh and Grace Rivera received the 1031 CORP. Annual Excellence Award for a member of the Exchange Team after receiving the same number of peer nominations. Kristen was recognized for managing a high volume of exchanges with precision while supporting clients and teammates through her reliability, efficiency, and industry knowledge, while Grace was recognized for delivering a seamless client experience through her attention to detail, organization, and ability to build strong relationships with investors and industry partners throughout the exchange process.

Lisabeth Patch, Pennsylvania Branch Manager

Lisabeth Patch received the 2025 Exceptional Experience Made Easy Core Value Award for consistently delivering the thoughtful, seamless experience that defines 1031 CORP. Nominated by her peers, Lisabeth was recognized for her leadership, clear communication, attention to detail, and ability to guide clients and teammates through complex exchanges with confidence and care.

Kerri Dombrowski, Exchange Banking Assistant

Kerri Dombrowski received the 2025 Modeling and Inspiring Stewardship Core Value Award for exemplifying the trust, integrity, and reliability that define 1031 CORP. Nominated by her peers, Kerri was recognized for the care and precision she brings to supporting exchange banking operations and her consistent commitment to excellence for both clients and teammates.

Karen Moyer, Marketing Director

Karen Moyer received the 2025 Restless Pursuit of Opportunity Core Value Award for her vision, initiative, and commitment to driving meaningful growth across 1031 CORP. Nominated by her peers, Karen was recognized for leading marketing and strategic initiatives that expand the company’s reach, strengthen industry relationships, and support continued innovation and growth.