Mowa Haile and Sky Blue Builders have been named 2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Award honorees, a prestigious recognition celebrating leadership, service, equity, and a demonstrated commitment to community impact across Colorado’s business landscape.
The honor will be presented at the 41st Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Awards Luncheon, held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. at the Seawell Ballroom in the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Each year, the awards recognize individuals, corporations, and nonprofit organizations whose work reflects the ideals and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Sky Blue Builders is especially proud to be recognized alongside a distinguished group of 2026 honorees, including the Center for Equity and Excellence in Aviation, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment Charities, Masaru Torito of Kokoro Restaurants, Stephen Straight of Straight Marketing International, and Terry Minggia, recipient of the Trailblazer Award.
As the lead construction partner for the Center for Equity and Excellence in Aviation (CEEA), Sky Blue Builders is honored to see this transformational project recognized among this year’s award recipients. The CEEA represents a shared commitment to advancing equity, access, and opportunity within the aviation industry—values that align closely with Sky Blue Builders’ mission and culture.
“This recognition reflects the collective efforts of our entire team. It underscores the importance of building not just projects, but pathways—for opportunity, inclusion, and long-term community impact.”Mowa Haile, CEO, Sky Blue Builders
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Awards trace their origins to Colorado’s historic adoption of the MLK holiday and have, for four decades, highlighted business and civic leaders who exemplify social responsibility and service in action.
Sky Blue Builders looks forward to celebrating this meaningful recognition with its team, partners, and the broader community.