marvin s. gilman superstars in business
The Superstars in Business award honors businesses and nonprofits for their outstanding achievements and model approaches to business and management. Established in 1998, the awards are given annually to extraordinary businesses in honor of Marvin S. Gilman, who was a distinguished small business leader in Delaware.
As president of Gilman Development Company, Marvin Gilman directed one of the most respected home-building companies in the Wilmington area. His leadership in service and fellowship organizations was extensive, and his honors include the Distinguished Citizen Award of the State of Delaware, induction into the National Housing Hall of Fame, and the prestigious Josiah Marvel Cup Award from the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce. Marvin Gilman displayed the highest ethical standards, found innovative ways to improve the world around him, and inspired others to follow in his footsteps.
AWARDS LUNCHEON
Save the Date! The 25th Annual Superstars in Business awards luncheon will be held on November 8, 2023.
Contact Kerri Welcher for more information.
As president of Gilman Development Company, Marvin Gilman directed one of the most respected home-building companies in the Wilmington area. His leadership in service and fellowship organizations was extensive, and his honors include the Distinguished Citizen Award of the State of Delaware, induction into the National Housing Hall of Fame, and the prestigious Josiah Marvel Cup Award from the Delaware State Chamber of Commerce. Marvin Gilman displayed the highest ethical standards, found innovative ways to improve the world around him, and inspired others to follow in his footsteps.
AWARDS LUNCHEON
Save the Date! The 25th Annual Superstars in Business awards luncheon will be held on November 8, 2023.
Contact Kerri Welcher for more information.
The 2022 Superstars in Business application is closed!
Our 2022 Superstar winners have been announced. The 2023 application will open in early 2023.
Contact Kerri Welcher at kwelcher@dscc.com for more information.
Contact Kerri Welcher at kwelcher@dscc.com for more information.
IS YOUR BUSINESS OR NONPROFIT a superstar?
eligibility
- In business for at least three continuous years.
- 150 employees or fewer.
- Previous Award of Excellence recipients and applicants that were not selected for an award may resubmit their same application up to three years back.
- Previous Superstar winners may re-apply after five years.
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2020 - Watch our virtual ceremony |
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Marvin S. Gilman Bowl Recipient: Martha S. Gilman
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Marvin S. Gilman Bowl Recipient: Peter Morrow
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Marvin S. Gilman Bowl Recipients: Frank & Donna Masley
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Marvin S. Gilman Bowl Recipient: Richard G. "Dick" Hatfield
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Marvin S. Gilman Bowl Recipient: Julian H. "Pete" Booker
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Marvin S. Gilman Bowl Recipient: Donald T. Fulton
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The Marvin S. Gilman Bowl
The Marvin S. Gilman Bowl was established by the Small Business Alliance of the State Chamber in 2008 to honor an individual who has made outstanding contributions to small business and nonprofit organizations of Delaware. The Bowl is awarded annually in the memory of Marvin S. Gilman. This year's recipient will be announced at the awards luncheon.
PAST RECIPIENTS
PAST RECIPIENTS
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2008 Albert R. Morris
2009 Barry A. Crozier 2010 The Levin Family 2011 Michael S. Uffner 2012 Fred C. Sears II 2013 Donald T. Fulton 2014 Julian H. "Pete" Booker |
2015 Richard G. "Dick" Hatfield
2016 Frank and Donna Masley 2017 Peter C. Morrow 2018 Martha S. Gilman 2019 E. Thomas Harvey, III 2020 David F. Lyons, Sr. 2021 John M. Burris |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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