The Annual RE&FA Gala is the largest gathering of the Real Estate & Finance Association and brings together over 600 members of the real estate finance community to network with colleagues, reflect on the year, as well as on honor their peer(s) with the Swain Award. This year's Gala will be held at the Omni Boston at the Seaport.
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The Swain Distinguished Service Award is named in honor of the late Robert S. Swain, Jr. In his 33 year career in his profession, Mr. Swain gained the admiration and respect of his colleagues throughout the real estate finance industry. He was a valued member of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board for over 25 years and was an active member and leader of the Mortgage Finance Committee, which developed into the present Real Estate & Finance Association.
This award is an annual recognition of an outstanding contribution made to the real estate industry, either by lifetime example or specific achievement.
The award itself is the Boston Harbor Bowl, an exquisite piece crafted by renowned Boston jewelers Shreve, Crump & Low. Inspired by the style of a Chinese export punch bowl, it brings together the artistry of Japanese potters and the craftsmanship of German and American artisans. Encircling the bowl is a depiction of Boston circa 1800, adapted from a lithograph by Deroy.
