Events & Community

Leadership Beyond the Office At Kulka, leadership shows up in many ways. Often, it happens beyond the jobsite or office through the time, care, and commitment our people give to causes that truly matter. Today, we want to say thank you to our Office Manager and Executive Assistant, Gina Bocci, who has been named to Blood Cancer United’s 2026 Light The Night Long Island Executive Committee. This marks Gina’s first year serving in this role and is a meaningful recognition of th

One week ago, Middle Market Alliance LI had Devin Kulka and three other great panelists speak about running a family business and what the succession journey really looks like. Devin talked a lot about believing in himself and his team through some real struggles early on, and how culture only works if you’re actually about it — not just saying the right things, but leading by example every day. Benjamin Goldbaum   Michael Goodman   Elizabeth Schneps Aloni

Yesterday was an incredible day as we celebrated the groundbreaking of our next project, 15 new apartments at Jefferson’s Ferry. It was an honor to have Supervisor Dan Panico and Councilman John Kornreich join us for this milestone. A heartfelt thank you to CEO and President Bob Caufield, Chair of the Board Gloria Snyder, and the entire Board of Directors, as well as Matt Moroney, for your trust and confidence in us to deliver this exceptional project. We’re excited to get to

Party at the Top Scores Big for a Cause The Kulka Group’s annual Party at the Top  event teed off in high spirits this year at TopGolf, bringing together industry partners and community supporters for an evening of fun, networking, and philanthropy. Hosted by Kulka with generous support from Optel BCS, With Pride Air Conditioning & Heating, and Dutton Demolition & Abatement, the event once again proved to be a hole-in-one success. As always, the focus was raising funds for Bl

Thanks in part to Devin Kulka, this year's Scouting America event was the most successful Sporting Clays event in Scouting America's history.

Long Island Business News has selected the recipients of this year’s Emerging Leaders Under 30 Awards. The Emerging Leaders Under 30 Awards honor promising and dynamic young professionals who demonstrate significant professional accomplishments and unwavering integrity, and contribute to the Long Island region through community service as well as a dynamic work ethic. The honorees were selected by the editorial staff of Long Island Business News. A list of winners is below: 2

The Kulka Group is proud to announce our official certification as a New York State Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)—a milestone that reflects not just our professional growth, but our ongoing commitment to equity, opportunity, and community representation in the construction and real estate industries. This designation is awarded to companies that are at least 51% minority-owned and demonstrates their active contribution to fostering diversity in New York’s economic landsc

We are proud to announce that Devin Kulka, CEO of The Kulka Group, will be honored by the Theodore Roosevelt Council, Scouting America at their 2025 Sporting Clay Shoot, taking place on Friday, September 19, 2025. This prestigious event is one of the region’s most anticipated gatherings of professionals, leaders, and supporters of youth development across Long Island — and we are incredibly honored to see Devin recognized for his contributions to both the construction industr

At The Kulka Group, we believe that shaping Long Island’s future requires more than bricks and mortar — it requires bold advocacy and a willingness to speak up for the policies that affect how and where we build. That’s why we were proud to join 43 fellow members of the Long Island Builders Institute (LIBI) in Albany this week to engage directly with state legislators about the critical issues impacting the building and development industry. Fighting for a Fairer, More Sustai

The momentum is real — and growing. Last week, The Long Island Builders Institute (LIBI) launched its 2025 Membership Drive with an energy-filled kickoff party that brought together some of the most dedicated professionals in our industry. We’re proud to share that over 70 members have already joined the initiative, making this one of the most robust and promising recruitment drives in recent years. The kickoff celebration, generously hosted by B2K Development, was more than

The Kulka Group is proud to announce that our CEO, Devin Kulka, has been officially installed as Secretary of the Long Island Builders Institute (LIBI), one of the region’s most influential trade organizations representing builders, developers, and professionals across the construction and real estate industry. The installation ceremony took place on Wednesday, led by Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter, and was attended by fellow LIBI members, industry leaders, and regiona

We are pleased to announce that Rob Mannino, Chief Operating Officer of The Kulka Group and a dedicated blood cancer survivor, has been honored as the #1 Individual Fundraiser at the 2024 Long Island Light the Night. This prestigious recognition, hosted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), highlights Rob’s continued leadership and commitment to advancing the fight against blood cancers. Rob has long been an advocate for those impacted by blood cancer, drawing on his pers

Party at the Top 2024: A Night to Remember, A Cause to Believe In On September 19th, The Kulka Group hosted Party at the Top at Topgolf in Holtsville, a standout evening that perfectly blended community, camaraderie, and giving back. It wasn’t just a night out; it was a chance to come together for something that truly matters: supporting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). The event kicked off with a few hours of virtual golf, St. Andrews never disappoints, where guests go

Long Island Business News has announced this year’s 40 Under Forty honorees. 40 Under Forty recognizes Long Island professionals 40 years of age or younger who are distinguishing themselves in business, government, education and the nonprofit sector. They have a proven track record of career success, are actively engaged in mentoring and promoting their professions, and find time to give back to their communities. The honorees were selected by a committee of previous recipien

Kulka donates a roof to the VFW Hall in Patchogue giving back to the Veterans who serve our great country.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) recently expressed its sincere gratitude to Rob Mannino, Chief Operating Officer of The Kulka Group, for his outstanding fundraising efforts in support of the Dare to Dream Project—a bold LLS initiative aimed at transforming treatment and care for children with blood cancer. As a survivor of blood cancer himself, Rob has become a passionate advocate for patients and families facing similar battles. In 2023, he took that advocacy to a new

We’re proud to share that Rob Mannino, Chief Operating Officer of The Kulka Group, was honored as the #1 Individual Fundraiser at the 2023 Long Island Light the Night, an event hosted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Rob’s recognition is more than a fundraising milestone—it’s a reflection of his personal journey, his leadership, and his commitment to giving back. As a blood cancer survivor, Rob has experienced firsthand the challenges faced by patients and their fami

We’re excited to recognize the Hauppauge Heroes for being named the #1 Community and School Team at the 2023 Long Island Light the Night, hosted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). The Hauppauge Heroes represent the heart of what this event is all about—young leaders, educators, and families coming together to make a difference. Year after year, this team has shown incredible spirit, drive, and dedication to raising awareness and critical funds in the fight against bloo