Rachel Blumberg Named 2026 Stevie Awards Finalist
The Boca Raton executive has been recognized as a finalist in the 23rd annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Seniors
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Rachel Blumberg, President and CEO of Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences, was named a finalist in the 23rd annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. The announcement followed a selection process from a pool of more than 1,500 nominations.
Why it matters
This recognition honors Blumberg's leadership in the aging services sector, where she has served as CEO for over five years. Her tenure includes guiding Sinai Residences to achieve top rankings as a workplace in America.
The 2026 Stevie Awards for Women in Business features more than 1,500 nominations across 200 categories. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the international competition.
The players
Rachel Blumberg
She is the President and CEO of Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences and has served in that capacity for over five years.
Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences
Located in Boca Raton, this facility has been ranked as the #1 Best Place to Work in America for Aging Services twice.
LeadingAge Southeast
This organization represents mission-driven aging services providers and manages advocacy efforts in Florida and beyond.
McKnight's Women of Distinction
This organization recognizes outstanding female leaders in the long-term care and senior living industries.
The details
Blumberg has led the Boca Raton-based facility for more than five years and maintains a career focused on senior care advocacy. She serves on the LeadingAge Southeast Board of Directors and was inducted into the McKnight's Women of Distinction Hall of Honor earlier this year.
Timeline
In 2021, Blumberg founded the Women's Leadership Network.
In 2022, Blumberg joined the LeadingAge Southeast Board of Directors.
In May 2026, Blumberg entered the McKnight's Women of Distinction Hall of Honor.
On September 17, 2026, the list of finalists was officially announced.
On November 16, 2026, the final award winners will be revealed at a banquet.
Roadmap
Blumberg's recognition by the Stevie Awards follows her May 2026 induction into the McKnight's Women of Distinction Hall of Honor. This trend of external validation highlights a broader shift toward honoring executive leadership within the highly specialized aging services sector.
The recognition of a local leader at a national level brings further visibility to Boca Raton as a hub for high-quality senior services. Residents and their families can view this as a mark of the institutional caliber of care currently provided at the Sinai Residences facility.
The takeaway
Professional awards serve as a vital metric for families evaluating the quality of leadership at local senior living communities. These accolades often reflect a sustained commitment to both organizational excellence and employee satisfaction.
What happens next
The final award recipients will be announced during a banquet on November 16, 2026.
Further reading
Find more coverage on aging and community living in the Seniors section.
More information
View the complete list of finalists and event details on the Stevie Awards winners information page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Boca Raton Tribune.
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