CAN DO, Inc., announced the return of its annual Curb Appeal Awards, which recognize businesses across the organization’s four industrial and business parks for outstanding landscaping, property maintenance, and overall appearance. Now in its 19th year, the program highlights the pride industries take in maintaining attractive, welcoming environments throughout the Greater Hazleton Area.
Dr. Sherri Homanko and James Dino will return as judges for the 2026 season, joined this year by CAN DO Property Committee Chair, Jeff Mason, Jr. Together, they will evaluate properties throughout the month of July. Facilities will be assessed on first impressions, landscaping and visual appeal, safety and cleanliness, and creativity.
“I look forward to participating in the Curb Appeal Awards alongside Sherri each year because it provides an opportunity to see the continued investment businesses make in their facilities and properties,” Dino said. “The pride companies take in maintaining their locations reflects positively on the entire community, and it’s always exciting to see the improvements and enhancements taking place throughout the parks.”
Homanko shared, “Each year, it’s encouraging to see the ongoing improvements businesses make to their properties. These efforts reflect the pride they take in their facilities and demonstrate the commitment that defines our business community.”
Winners will be recognized during an industry-exclusive mixer this fall at the Residence Inn by Marriott in Humboldt Station. Awards will be presented across multiple categories, including:
- Humboldt Industrial Park: Three awards for companies with under 100 employees, 100–200 employees, and more than 200 employees
- Valmont Industrial Park: Two awards for companies with under 100 employees and more than 100 employees
- One winner each from McAdoo Industrial Park, the CAN DO Corporate Center, and Humboldt Station
- Honorable Mention: One company recognized for exceptional beautification efforts that may not fit within the traditional judging criteria
- Best New Industry: One company operating less than five years recognized for their strong commitment to beautification
- Most Improved: One company recognized for greatest year-over-year progress
- Overall Winner: One company recognized as the overall winner of the competition
As of June, CAN DO’s parks are home to over 100 industries employing nearly 15,000 people. The Curb Appeal Awards continue to celebrate the hard work and pride of place these industries put into making their workplaces welcoming and attractive.
For questions about the Curb Appeal Awards or sponsorship opportunities for this year’s event, contact Miguel Polanco, Marketing Communications Specialist, at mpolanco@hazletoncando.com or 570-455-1508.
About CAN DO
CAN DO, Inc. is Greater Hazleton’s certified economic development organization, dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Greater Hazleton Area through the creation and retention of a full range of employment opportunities. Since 1956, CAN DO has played a leading role in advancing economic growth and investment throughout the region.
Today, CAN DO supports businesses, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and community partners through real estate development, business financing, entrepreneurial assistance, workforce development initiatives, and strategic community investments.
Through the development and management of four business and industrial parks, CAN DO has helped attract more than 30,000 jobs to the region while continuing to advance projects and programs that strengthen the area’s long-term economic competitiveness.
For more information, visit hazletoncando.com.
