M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal — Owners, Developers & Managers — General Contracting / Subcontractors — January 2026 — 27A G eneral C ontracting / S ubcontractors
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Association represents builders, advancing education and housing affordability CMM president Christopher Amato assumes leadership of the New Jersey Builders Association
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remains a central priority for NJBA, which continues to advocate for policies that expand housing production, streamline regulatory pro- cesses, modernize approval processes, and encourage both market-rate and afford- able housing development. In his remarks following his installation, Chair Amato emphasized the importance of aligning policy with the operational realities faced by builders and developers. “I am honored to serve as Chair of NJBA at such a critical moment for housing
in New Jersey,” Amato said. “Our industry is ready to de- liver the homes New Jersey families need, but meaningful progress requires collabora- tion, regulatory certainty, and a shared commitment to affordability. I look forward to working with our members, policymakers, and partners to advance solutions that strengthen communities and expand housing opportunity statewide.” Installed alongside Chair Amato were NJBA’s 2026 elected officers: • Vice Chair: John Kirke -
OLMDEL, NJ — The New Jersey Builders Associa-
nir, Alliance Homes • Treasurer: Kristi Veri, Cleanscape Construction • Secretary: James Pit - tenger, Pittenger Builders • Associate Vice Chair: Thomas Trautner, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC • Second Associate Vice Chair: Christopher Cowan, Wiss & Company Account- ing Firm In addition to being a highly active member in the home- building associations at the national and state level, and formerly serving as presi- dent of the Shore Build-
ers Association of Central NJ , Amato is committed to supporting his community through organizations like Rescue Ridge, the Manasquan Surf Team, HOPE Sheds Light, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Amato gradu- ated from the University of Southern Maine in 2003 with a degree in Communications and is leading the develop- ment of New Jersey’s first St. Jude Dream Home. Amato lives in Wall Township with his wife, Kristin, the step- mother to his children Anica (13) and Maylin (10). MAREJ
tion (NJBA) announced that Chris- t o p h e r Amato was installed as Chair of the New Jersey Builders As- sociation at
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its January 7th Board of Di- rectors meeting held at Bell Works in Holmdel, NJ. Christopher Amato is the president and CEO of CMM, Inc. , a business started by his mother and father in 1983 which produces high-end cus- tom homes and multi-family developments on the Jersey Shore and prides itself on delivering an unparalleled homeownership experience through its comprehensive service model: site selection, design, build, and mainte- nance. NJBA is a housing indus- try trade association repre- senting builders, developers, remodelers, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, archi- tects, consultants, and other professionals dedicated to meeting the housing needs of all New Jersey residents. NJBA serves as a resource for its members through continu- ing education and advocacy, and its members strive for a stronger, greener, and more affordable housing market throughout the state. NJBA CEO Jeff Kola- kowski stated, “Chris Amato brings a rare combination of hands-on construction experience, business leader- ship, and deep institutional knowledge of NJBA to the role of Chair. Having worked in every facet of a family- owned building company, Chris understands both the operational realities facing builders and the policy chal- lenges that affect housing affordability statewide. I look forward to working closely with him as NJBA continues to advocate for smart, bal- anced solutions to New Jer- sey’s housing shortage.” New Jersey continues to face a severe housing sup- ply crisis, driving prices and rents to historic highs and limiting opportunities for residents across all income levels and generations. Ad- dressing these challenges
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