CREFC Honors Jablonski and Behlman for Leadership in Commercial Real Estate Finance

Event summary

  • Anne Jablonski, Executive Managing Director and Head of Commercial Real Estate at SitusAMC, received CREFC's 2026 Woman of Distinction Award.
  • Adam Behlman, President of Starwood Property Trust's Real Estate Investing & Servicing segment, was named the 2026 recipient of CREFC's Founders Award.
  • Jablonski oversees SitusAMC's global CRE platform with a team of 1,500 professionals.
  • Behlman has been a key leader in CREFC for over two decades, including serving as Chairman during 2020–2021.

The big picture

The awards highlight CREFC's role in promoting leadership and inclusivity within the commercial real estate finance sector. Jablonski's focus on mentorship and Behlman's long-term advocacy reflect broader industry trends toward governance and market transparency. With over 400 member companies and 19,000 individuals, CREFC continues to set standards and best practices for a key component of the U.S. economy.

What we're watching

Industry Advocacy
How CREFC's leadership under Behlman will influence regulatory and legislative outcomes for the $6 trillion commercial real estate finance industry.
Gender Inclusion
Whether Jablonski's recognition will accelerate initiatives to expand opportunities for women in commercial real estate finance.
Market Stability
The pace at which CREFC's education and diversity initiatives will impact the long-term stability and liquidity of the CRE finance market.