President's Award
This special Award is presented for an outstanding contribution to the Property Industry. The recipient is chosen by the Awards Chairman, the President and Chief Executive of the BCO. There is no entry system, and no fixed rules on the recipient: it might be given to recognise a project, a company or an individual or perhaps a combination of all three.
George Iacobescu is living proof of the power of determination and self-belief. 20 years ago in Canary Wharf, he defied naysayers who laughed off the idea that the derelict site could ever be anything other than a wasteland to transform it into one of the world's greatest financial landmarks. Still going strong after two recessions, it is more than just a financial success. It is an inspiring space for office workers and the local residents too who flock there on weekdays and weekends.
