B2K Development Leadership Honored at 2026 Herald Real Estate Achievement and Leadership Awards
B2K Development is proud to announce that both Chairman Jan Burman and CEO Steven Krieger have been recognized at the 2026 Herald Real Estate Achievement and Leadership (R.E.A.L.) Awards. Jan received the prestigious “Legacy in Real Estate” award, while Steven was honored as “Real Estate Visionary of the Year,” highlighting the depth and breadth of leadership that has defined B2K’s success over three decades.
Celebrating Three Decades of Legacy and Vision
The dual recognition reflects B2K Development’s unique position in Long Island’s real estate community, where established expertise meets forward-thinking innovaton. Jan’s Legacy Award acknolwedges his foundational role in shaping the region’s development landscape, while Steven’s Visionary Award recognizes his leadership in pioneering new approaches to complex development challenges.
Together, these awards represent more than individual achievement. They validate the collaborative leadership model that has enabled B2K to successfully navigate changing markets, regulatory landscapes, and community needs while maintaining the values that have defined the company since its founding.
Jan Burman: A Legacy of Transformation and Community Building
Jan Burman‘s Legacy in Real Estate Award recognizes a career defined by transformative vision and unwavering commitment to community development. Beginning as a CPA before transitioning to real estate, Jan built his reputation by acquiring foreclosed and corporate-surplus industrial properties and transforming them into millions of square feet of productive, multi-tenanted buildings.
His legacy extends far beyond individual projects to encompass the creation of entirely new sectors within Long Island’s real estate market. As a founding partner of The Bristal Assisted Living communities, Jan helped pioneer high-quality senior housing that has set new standards for care and dignity. Over 25 years, The Bristal brand has grown to 24 communities, fundamentally changing how families approach senior living decisions.
Jan’s approach to development has always centered on identifying genuine community needs and creating solutions that serve multiple stakeholders. From his early work transforming underutilized industrial properties to co-founding Wellbridge in partnership with Northwell Health, his projects demonstrate how thoughtful development can address complex social challenges while creating lasting value.
The Legacy Award also recognizes Jan’s commitment to community leadership beyond development. His board service with organizations including Catholic Health and United Nations Development Corporation reflects his understanding that successful developers must contribute to the broader community fabric that supports sustainable growth.
Steven Krieger: Visionary Leadership in Complex Development
Steven Krieger‘s Real Estate Visionary of the Year Award acknowledges his innovative approach to navigating the regulatory, financial, and community challenges taht define modern development. With over 30 years of experience and more than $3 billion in completed transactions, Steven has consistently demonstrated the ability to see opportunities where others see obstacles.
His visionary leadership is perhaps best exemplified by his work securing entitlements for over 3,000 assisted living beds across the tri-state area and successfully navigating approvals for more than 2,500 housing units. This includes pioneering the first Industrial Development Authority-backed assisted living project in New York State, creating new pathways for senior housing development that have been adopted across the region.
Steven’s background as a real estate attorney provides unique insight into the regulatory frameworks that often challenge Long Island developers. His ability to work within existing systems while advocating for practical policy changes has benefited not only B2K’s projects but the broader development community.
The Visionary Award reflects Steven’s leadership in projects that push traditional boundaries. The transformation of Long Beach’s “Superblock” into The Boardwalk and The Breeze — a $370 million development that sat vacant for nearly four decades — exemplifies his ability to see potential in complex sites that other considered undevelopable.
Steven’s recent focus on artificial intelligence’s role in development demonstrates his continued commitment to innovation. His insights on how AI can streamline entitleme3nt processes, enhance market analysis, and improve community engagement reflect the forward-thinking perspective that earned him this recognition.
Collaborative Leadership and Shared Vision
While the awards recognize individual achievements, they ultimately reflect the collaborative leadership model tha thas defined B2K Development’s success. Jan’s legacy of transformation and Steven’s visionary approach complement each other, creating a leadership dynamic that has enabled the company to evolve and adapt while maintaining core values.
This collaboration extends throughout B2K’s leadership team, including Principal and President of Development David Burman and Principal and President of Construction Jon Weiss. Together, they represent a comprehensive approach to real estate that encompasses vision, execution, and ongoing management, a model which has enabled B2K to deliver consistent results across diverse property types and market conditions.
Industry Recognition and Community Impact
The R.E.A.L. Awards recognition places Jan and Steven among Long Island’s most influential real estate leaders, acknowledging not just their business success but their contributions to the industry’s evolution. Their inclusion in this prestigious group reflects B2K’s position as a company that sets standards rather than simply following them.
This recognition comes at a time when Long Island faces significant housing and development changes. The combination of Jan’s legacy of community-focused development and Steven’s visionary approach to regulatory and technological innovation positions B2K to continue contributing meaningfully to solutions that serve the region’s evolving needs.
Building on Recognition for Future Impact
As B2K Development looks ahead, the Legacy and Visionary awards serve as both recognition of past achievements and inspiration for future contributions. The company’s expansion into South Florida with The Bristal brand, ongoing Long Island projects, and continued innovation in development approaches reflect a commitment to buidling on this foundtaion of recognized excellence.
The awards also reinforce B2K’s commitment to developing projects that create lasting value for all stakeholders — from residents and families to communities and business partners. Whether through luxury waterfront developments like The Boardwalk, community-centered senior living like The Bristal, or mixed-use proejcts like Sutton Landing, the focus remains on creating places that enhance lives and strengthen communities.
A Testament to Long Island’s Development Excellence
The recognition of both Jan and Steven at the R.E.A.L. Awards reflects not only their individual achievements but also the strength of Long Island’s development community. Their success demonstrates how collaborative leadership, community engagement, and innovative thinking can create developments that serve multiple generations and diverse populations.
As B2K Development continues to evolve and grow, the Legacy and Visionary awards serve as reminders of the values and vision that have guided the company’s success and the ongoing responsibility to build on the legacy and vision that these awards represent.