Drucker + Falk: Gold Winner of the PenSHRM Inclusive Excellence Award

Drucker + Falk Celebrated for Inclusive Excellence

Drucker + Falk, a leading name in multifamily and commercial property management, has proudly secured the prestigious Gold Winner accolade in the 2025 PenSHRM Inclusive Excellence Award. This honor was bestowed during the Virginia Peninsula Chapter's Leadership Conference held by the Society for Human Resource Management (PenSHRM). The recognition underscores the firm’s deep commitment to fostering a culture rich in diversity, equity, and inclusion through impactful initiatives over the past several years.

The award serves as a testament to Drucker + Falk's relentless dedication to create an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued and supported. Their award-winning submission highlighted multiple initiatives, such as the workings of the Culture Committee, the innovative internal program “Share Your Story,” and an annual Day of Giving. This especial occasion provides each team member with a paid community service day to lend support to local non-profit organizations.

A significant mention was made regarding DF's successful involvement in the 2025 Keep America Beautiful campaign, along with a company newsletter aimed at celebrating employee accomplishments and recognizing internal promotions. According to Amber Kirby, Director of Human Resources, "Winning this award validates the dedication of our entire team in building a truly inclusive and supportive workplace. In just four years, we’ve made substantial progress, from reviewing our policies focused on inclusive language to scheduling pay analyses and broadening our recruitment efforts through partnerships with organizations like V3 and MSEP that support our military veterans."

Drucker + Falk's initiatives have gone beyond merely implementing policies; they have taken a disciplined approach towards reviewing their compensation structures to promote pay equity. Further, the company boasts a retention rate exceeding industry averages by 10% over the past three years. Collaboration with technical colleges and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) aims to provide accessible entry points into the real estate sector, reflecting their ongoing commitment to inclusivity.

Additionally, CFO Guy Buck reiterated the significance of recognizing their team's contributions: "Our people are our greatest asset, and this recognition reinforces the core values that guide our company. We are incredibly proud that our DF team members engage actively in various drives and initiatives, connecting our organization to the communities we serve. Through volunteering with groups like The Women's Center of Wake County and HER Shelter, as well as supporting Native American societies, our team endeavors to create a lasting impact, year after year."

The announcement of the award was a highlight in the 2025 PenSHRM Leadership Conference, graced by invigorating keynote speakers such as Melonie Parker, Michael Puck, SHRM-SCP, and Alphonso Jerome Fowlkes.

Founded in 1938, Drucker + Falk operates as a comprehensive real estate and investment firm managing a diverse portfolio consisting of over 43,000 apartment homes and more than 3 million square feet in office, retail, and industrial spaces spread across ten states. Their expertise spans multifamily and commercial property management, the development of new multifamily properties, and repositioning multifamily assets, all while curating upscale, unique apartment communities. For further details on their initiatives, visit Drucker + Falk.