The Greater Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce announced Oct. 21 the recipients of its 2025 Business Excellence Awards, recognizing the individuals, businesses and organizations whose leadership, innovation, and community commitment are driving growth and opportunity throughout the region.
The awards will be presented during a reception on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Linwood Country Club in Linwood.
“The Business Excellence Awards highlight the remarkable individuals and organizations whose leadership and innovation are shaping Atlantic County’s economic future,” said Barbara DeMarco, chair of the Greater Atlantic City Chamber Board of Directors. “Each honoree reflects the chamber’s mission to champion business growth, foster community partnerships, and build a stronger, more vibrant regional economy.”
These are the 2025 Business Excellence Award honorees
- Redenia Gilliam-Mosee Business Leader Award – Lloyd D. Levenson, CEO, Cooper Levenson Attorneys at Law
- John G. FitzPatrick Community Leader Award – Joseph Dougherty and Brian Curran, co-Executive Directors, Caring Inc.
- Economic Impact Award – Chelsea Economic Development Corp., Ducktown Community Development Corp., Midtown Community Development Corp., and Inlet Community Development Corp.
- Tourism Excellence Award – Jim & Judy Link, owners/operators, Young’s Skating Rink
- Small Business Excellence Award – Chip & Ruth Berdinis, owners/operators, DonutNV
- Outstanding Young Professional Award – Lauren Schiavo, vice president/partner, Thomas/Boyd Communications
- Chamber Volunteer of the Year Award – Sia Koletas, Shaun Reilly Photography
- Top 20 Under 40 – Recognizing the region’s young professionals leading in business, innovation and community impact.
The Greater Atlantic City chamber, founded in 1914, serves as the region’s leading business advocacy organization, dedicated to strengthening the business climate, advancing economic development and celebrating the people and enterprises of South Jersey.
