James De Bono: Young Professional of the Year Award Finalist 2026

A huge congratulations to James on being named a finalist for Young Achiever of the Year at the Property Council Wellington Property People Awards! 🥳

This well-deserved recognition celebrates James’ growth as a Senior Designer, his leadership across complex commercial projects, and the impact he continues to make both within Catalyst and across the wider property industry. 

From leading project delivery and building strong client relationships to contributing to the industry and supporting the next generation of designers, James brings curiosity, creativity and a genuine commitment to excellence to everything he does. 

His dedication to developing emerging talent is also a standout part of his contribution. By sharing his knowledge, supporting those around him and helping create opportunities for the next generation, James is making a lasting impact well beyond the projects he delivers. 

We’re incredibly proud to see James recognised alongside some of Wellington’s best emerging property professionals.  Bring on the awards 💛