Gelestino Named Best Elevator Contractor of the Year 2025

Dan Gelestino, President and CEO of Champion Elevator, based in Manhattan, has been awarded Best Elevator Contractor of the Year at the Red Awards 2025. This event is a major real estate industry gathering, held annually to recognize top contractors, architects, and developers in New York and Miami.

Red Awards 2025 is scheduled to take place on April 3 at The James New York-NoMad. The event has previously held seven ceremonies, honoring 140 outstanding professionals in the industry. Each year, hundreds of nominees compete for these prestigious awards, all carefully reviewed and selected by the Red Awards advisory board and steering committee.

Gelestino was chosen as the Best Elevator Contractor of the Year due to its AI-driven elevator standardization, exceptional service, use of cutting-edge technology, and commitment to enhancing elevator safety. This recognition highlights the company’s dedication to innovation and excellence in vertical transportation.