Zonda Wins Four Neal Awards - Showcasing Best in Class B2B Journalism

The Awards Uphold Zonda's Commitment to Outstanding Editorial, Design & Events

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zonda publications have been once again recognized for their excellence with four Jesse H. Neal Awards. Zonda was recognized at the Software & Information Industry Association's 71^st annual awards ceremony on Friday, May 16 in New York City.

BUILDER, Affordable Housing Finance (AHF) and Multifamily Executive (MFE) magazines took home the trophies, with Zonda publications receiving 15 total nominations. The nominations span five publications: BUILDER, ARCHITECT, Affordable Housing Finance (AHF), Multifamily Executive (MFE), and the Journal of Light Construction (JLC); and ten best-of categories representing every facet of the business—writing, editing, design, and events.

Zonda has a long-standing reputation for setting the standard in the industry through integrity, innovation, and excellence in content, writing, and design. "These awards are special because they touch on every aspect of Zonda's business," said Steve Ladurantaye, Senior Vice President, Content, and Editor in Chief, BUILDER. "Year after year, we are honored to be recognized amongst America's best newsrooms, as our teams continue to deliver the full package when it comes to excellence in journalism."

The Jesse H. Neal Awards are the most prestigious editorial honors in the field of specialized journalism. Named after Jesse H. Neal, the first managing director of American Business Media, the Neal Awards were established in 1955 to recognize and reward editorial excellence in business media.

Zonda received the following awards by magazine, category, and article: 

• BUILDER
  • Best Overall Art Direction/Design – "Man of the Land"
  • Best Single Issue - Builder of the Year edition
• Affordable Housing Finance (AHF)
  • Best Brand-Related Event - AHF Live
• Multifamily Executive (MFE)
  • Best Art Direction for a Cover - "Grade A Solutions"

The full winners gallery is live on the Neal Awards website.

The Jesse H. Neal Awards are the most prestigious editorial honors in the field of specialized journalism. Named after Jesse H. Neal, the first managing director of American Business Media, the Neal Awards were established in 1955 to recognize and reward editorial excellence in business media. Learn more about the Neal Awards and view all 2025 award winners at https://siia.net/neals/2025-neal-awards-winners/.

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About Zonda
Zonda provides data-driven housing market solutions to the homebuilding industry. From builders to building product manufacturers, mortgage clients, and multifamily executives, we work hand-in-hand with our customers to streamline access to housing data to empower smarter decisions. As a leading brand in residential construction, our mission is to advance the home building industry, because we believe better homes mean better lives and stronger communities. Together, we are building the future of housing.

About BUILDER
BUILDER is the No. 1 resource—via its award-winning journalism and industry events—for anyone involved in new-home construction. Primarily focused on the single-family sector, BUILDER strives to help home builders manage their operations, large and small, more efficiently and profitably. Residential construction pros turn to BUILDER for housing-related news, market analysis, design trends, M&A deals, building product coverage, and more.

About Affordable Housing Finance (AHF)
Affordable Housing Finance Magazine is the industry's trusted source of news for the latest advances in financing, building, and operating low-income housing. Through all our media access the largest group of decision-makers involved in the purchase of multifamily products and services related to affordable housing.

About Multifamily Executive (MFE)
Multifamily Executive Magazine provides senior-level owners, operators, and developers coverage of all segments of multifamily housing, from construction to management to finance. MFE helps multifamily professionals navigate market changes and stay ahead of the curve on finance, property management, operations and technology, and design and development for all segments of the industry—from luxury and student housing to the ever-critical workforce and affordable housing space. 

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