MARTHA’S VINEYARD MAGAZINE AND ITS BEST OF THE VINEYARD AWARDS By Thomas Tate

Introduction An experienced home builder, Thomas E. Tate is the

president and owner of Massachusetts-based Tate Builders, Inc., which he founded in 1983. Recognized for a commitment to long-lasting, detail-oriented construction, Thomas “Tom” Tate’s company was named Best Builder of the Vineyard by Martha’s Vineyard Magazine.

Established more than 25 years ago, Martha’s Vineyard Magazine is published eight times a year and sold throughout the island. With sections devoted to food, island life, home and garden, and land and sea, the magazine asks for reader votes every year to determine the best stores, services, and products in the area.

Martha’s Vineyard Magazine Providing a comprehensive look at the

island, the magazine’s Best of the Vineyard awards represent the opinions of a wide spectrum of residents. In 2015, for example, almost 60,000 votes were cast by more than 3,000 voters. The magazine also features a special issue dedicated to weddings, with sections for inspiration and venues, due to the island’s popularity as an event destination.