Company’s co-founders receive the 2012 “Green Company Executive Award”

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (February 13, 2012) – Campus Crest Communities, Inc. (N

YSE:CCG), a leading developer, builder, owner and manager of high-quality, purpose-built student housing under The Grove® brand, today announced that its co-founders Ted Rollins, chief executive officer, and Mike Hartnett, chief investment officer, received the 2012 “Green Company Executive Award” at the twelfth annual E-3 (Emerald, Entrepreneurial and Excellence) awards ceremony hosted by Emerald Asset Management. Campus Crest was recognized for its commitment to sustainable building practices including:

• its commitment to alternative energy solutions;
• the implementation of a sustainable lifestyle education program at its properties;
• adopting a more energy efficiency platform at its newest developments;
• and its comprehensive corporate social responsibility platform that includes environmental, social and economic focuses.

The annual E-3 Awards presentation recognizes corporate leaders from both the public and private companies who exemplify entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to excellence. Through an intensive multi-faceted process, Emerald’s team of research analysts and portfolio managers identify corporate leaders who have demonstrated the following: a creative “outside the box” approach to corporate achievements; a corporate culture that promotes personal and corporate excellence; and an ability to effectively identify and adapt cutting-edge technologies to position the organization for future success. Continue reading →