Tanger Honored with Nareit's 2026 Leader in the Light Award for Transparency

Retail destination owner/operator Tanger recognized for exceptional corporate governance practices.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 12:05pm

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Tanger, a leading owner and operator of outlet and other open-air retail shopping destinations, has received a 2026 Leader in the Light Award for Transparency from Nareit, the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts. The award recognizes Tanger's exceptional corporate governance practices and commitment to transparency and communication.

Why it matters

The Leader in the Light Awards recognize REITs that demonstrate leadership in responsible business practices and create value for their communities. Tanger's recognition in the Transparency category highlights the company's dedication to open communication and integrity, which are key to building trust with stakeholders.

The details

Tanger achieved this recognition in its first year of participation in the long-standing, prestigious awards program. The Transparency category specifically recognizes REITs that provide comprehensive and impactful decision-making information on the company's opportunities and risks, as determined through an independent panel of judges.

  • Tanger received the 2026 Leader in the Light Award for Transparency this week at Nareit's REITwise: 2026 Educational Conference.
  • Tanger also earned the Nareit Investor CARE (Communications and Reporting Excellence) Gold Award in June 2024 and June 2025.
  • Tanger was named by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Culture, Belonging and Community 2026 and one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Women 2026.

The players

Tanger

A leading owner and operator of outlet and other open-air retail shopping destinations, with 45 years of expertise in the retail and outlet shopping industries.

Nareit

The National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, which presents the Leader in the Light Awards to recognize REITs for demonstrating leadership in responsible business practices.

Stephen Yalof

President and CEO of Tanger, who stated that the recognition reflects the company's deep commitment to transparency and communication.

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What they’re saying

“This recognition is a reflection of our deep commitment to transparency and communication at every level of our company. Integrity has always been a foundation of our culture at Tanger, and I am incredibly proud of how the Tanger team diligently demonstrates that value on a daily basis across our operations. We are grateful to Nareit for this honor and remain committed to providing open communication to our stakeholders and to generating a positive impact for the communities in which we operate.”

— Stephen Yalof, President and CEO

The takeaway

Tanger's recognition for transparency and responsible business practices demonstrates that mission-driven, community-focused companies can thrive in the retail industry, even as the sector faces ongoing challenges. This award highlights Tanger's commitment to open communication and integrity, which are key to building trust with stakeholders and creating long-term value.