Michael Neal, a land development manager at Neal Communities, the area's largest locally owned and operated private builder, was recognized by Professional Builder in the magazine’s annual list of 40 Under 40 leaders in its March 2017 issue. Professional Builder received more than 200 nominations this year before narrowing the field to 40. The 2017 class of 11 women and 29 men represent all regions of the US. The 40 Under 40 award winners are chosen by the magazine’s editors and celebrate exceptional individuals who have distinguished themselves by their career achievement and service to their professions and communities. Since 2011, Professional Builder has been honoring the next generation of leaders in the home building industry. These rising stars come from any field related to residential new construction, including home building, design, interior design, architecture and sustainable development.

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