CHICAGOLAND, Illinois (June 21, 2006) – Leopardo, a leading construction services firm, was awarded 2006 “Contractor of the Year” by The Coalition For United Community Action, a group of organizations dedicated to training minorities and women for employment in the construction industry. Leopardo President Richard Mattioda was honored at the ceremony and accepted the award on behalf of the company.

The prestigious honor recognizes Leopardo’s consistent demonstration of superior construction leadership qualities and contributions to the minority construction community above and beyond the call of duty.

“Leopardo is extremely proud to receive this award,” said Mattioda. “Our company regularly works with minority- and women-owned business enterprises as well as contributes to the development of the greater Chicago community via the Leopardo Charitable Foundation.”

Every year, the Leopardo Charitable Foundation aids more than 100 deserving charities that promote education, health, technology and support the well being of citizens. Recently, the Foundation has contributed to The Greater Chicago Food Depository, City of Hope, The Ronald McDonald House, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Tabitha House, Special Olympics and many others.