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.
APPLY TO BE A SUPERSTAR IN BUSINESS!
The 2023 application is open. Contact Kerri Welcher at kwelcher@dscc.com for more information.
IS YOUR BUSINESS OR NONPROFIT a superstar?
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THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT IS
THURSDAY, JULY 13 AT 4:30 PM. QUESTIONS? Contact Kerri Welcher at kwelcher@dscc.com or (302) 576-6566. |
HOW TO APPLY:
- Applications must be submitted online.
- Please note there are two different applications—one for businesses and one for nonprofits. Ensure you're filling out the correct application.
- Read the application thoroughly before beginning the online application.
- In order to save your work and return later, click 'save' and enter the email address you want the URL link sent to. This link allows you to return and continue working on your application.
- You have the ability to edit your application until the deadline of July 13 at 4:30 pm.
- When are you finished and ready to submit, click 'submit'.
- Save the link on the confirmation page should you want to edit your application after submitting
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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 2022 Timothy U. Bolden |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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