WHO AND WHY
About
Energy-efficient, Cost-effective and Durable
Raising the bar in Multi-family development
Our professionals advance design and construction practices that promote energy efficiency, durability, and maintainability throughout a building’s life-cycle, with an eye always focused on human safety and comfort.
The Story of Innova
Innova is Latin for “renew.” Our founder, Jeffrey Allegretti, started Innova Services Corporation to preserve and create affordable, energy-efficient and maintainable multi-family housing while contributing to the sustainable redevelopment of Philadelphia’s neighborhoods. More than twenty years on we have grown our geographic reach and client base yet still remain true to Innova’s original mission.
Founding of Innova
Jeffrey Allegretti forms Innova Services Corporation to support the development and preservation of affordable multi-family housing.
Ben Blackburn joins the team
After 15 years in the construction industry specializing in multi-family housing, Mr. Blackburn joins the Innova team.
Completion of Regent Terrace
The team completes its first foray into full scope occupied rehabilitation at Regent Terrace, West Philadelphia.
John Rosenthal, Founder of Pennrose, passes
John Rosenthal was friend and mentor to Mr. Allegretti and owned Pennrose Service Company, from which Innova was formed. His impact on Jeff, his staff and the affordable housing industry as a whole was immeasurable.
Independence
Jeff Allegretti and Ben Blackburn purchase the assets of Pennrose Service Company securing independence and the ability to expand its client base.
Innova Redevelopment, LLC is formed
Innova forms an entity devoted to producing high quality, energy efficient homes in Philadelphia.
Innova’s Energy Services division is established
Adam Blackburn leads Innova’s expansion into energy rating services.
South Point Recognized by ULI
Innova Redevelopment wins the Urban Land Institute’s Award for Excellence for South Point.
Innova Turns 20!
For two decades, Innova has led the charge in innovative housing solutions for low-income, workforce and market-rate housing projects.
Innova founder, Jeff Allegretti, passes
Father, husband, mentor, friend to many and one of the most respected voices in Philadelphia regarding affordable housing issues, Jeff is sorely missed. He built a culture of intellectual rigor, bedrock integrity and enduring loyalty at Innova. His partner, Ben Blackburn, takes the reins as President and Owner of Innova and its affiliated companies. Remembering Jeff
Innova expands to New England
Tom Howes is added to the team and an office is established after Innova’s presence grows in the area.
Innova Building Advisors, LLC is formed
Innova Services Corporation spins off its Energy Services Division into a separate entity.
Innova expands to Baltimore, MD
Alex Morris joins Innova to lead a new office in Baltimore to serve Maryland and Virginia. Office is expanded with the addition of Sally Granger in May 2022.