Announcing the 2012-2013 Luminary Gala Finalists & Winners! Cast your Anchor at the 22nd Annual Luminary Gala The Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce celebrates business excellence and leadership on Saturday, September 22nd at this years 22nd Annual Luminary Gala with an evening of fine dining, dancing and entertainment. 2012-2013 Business Person of the Year FINALISTS! This, our PINNACLE award, is presented to just one "for profit business person" based on outstanding business achievements, and who demonstrated a significant commitment to our community as a member of the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce. Stacy Beaulieu, Beaulieu Law Group Thomas Laudani, Seaside Builders Terra Spero, Real Time Marketing Craig Spodak, Spodak Dental Group 2012-2013 Business of the Year FINALISTS This award is presented to just one "for profit business and member of the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce", that has been in business at least 3 years, with a proven track record, establishment of creative ideas to enhance their business success, outstanding growth and economic achievement between May 2011 - May 2012. Boston's/50 Ocean Delray Motors Plastridge Insurance Agency 2012-2013 Non-Profit Organization of the Year FINALISTS This award is presented to one "non-profit business", who is a Delray Beach Chamber member, for their impact & benefit of the entire community of Delray Beach. Achievement Center for Children and Families Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse C.R.O.S. Ministries
2012-2013 Lifetime Acheivement Award Winner This award is presented to one outstanding individual, a person who is known as a "pioneer" in Delray Beach community, business leader, a community activist and for their commitment and generosity of time and talent to our community. Frank Wheat 2012-2013 Ken Ellingsworth Community Service Award Winners Presented to chamber members for their commitment and generosity of time and talent to our community and are not limited to service within the current year. Pedro Andrade, Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza Jennifer Aracri, J. Aracri Consulting LLC Pastor Casey Cleveland, The Avenue Church Ron Gilinsky, C3 Cloud Computing Christine King, Your Best Fit Gregg Weiss, Morgan Stanley/Gregg B. Weiss 2012 Business Recognition Award Winners Presented to new or exisitng businesses that have made significant investment to the area's economy through expansion of their business, significant job growth and/or major renovation or restoration of the inside or outside of their physical building from May 2011 - May 2012. Blue Bell Bostons/50 Ocean The Buzz Agency Delray Medical Center Gleneagles Country Club Max's Harvest PGA Tour Superstore 2012-2013 Director of the Year Winner Scott Porten 2012-2013 Ambassador of the Year Winner Ron Gilinsky We are also honored to announce the 22nd Annual Luminary Gala Master of Ceremonies...
Suzanne Boyd News Anchor, WPEC - CBS12 Delray Beach Marriott 10 North Ocean Blvd. Delray Beach, Florida Saturday, Sept. 22nd 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm "BEACH FORMAL ATTIRE" What the heck is Beach Formal Attire? Google states that "Beach formal generally indicates that the event is on the beach. For ladies, a formal dress that is at least knee or floor length and flat sandals are appropriate. For men, a lightweight summer suit paired with a linen shirt (no tie required) is perfect. Silent Auction Donations Needed... (Please join our long list of Silent Auction Contributors!) The Annual Luminary Gala is a major fund-raiser for The Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce, with the Silent Auction being a large part of the event. We will be celebrating excellence and leadership among its members at the Luminary Gala, an evening of fine dining, dancing and entertainment, Saturday, September 22nd, at the Delray Beach Marriott. Friday, Sept. 12th is the deadline to submit your donations for our silent auction.
We are looking for restaurant gift certificates, original art, sports related event certificates and memorabilia, hotel and spa certificates, gift baskets, etc. Marriott Luminary Gala Rate Reserve a Standard King Suite at $119.00 enter: " DBLDBLB" MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR UPCOMING EVENTS: Nov. 10-11, 2012 - Dec. 8, 2012 - Annual Holiday Parade Jan. 8, 2013-12th Annual Mayor's Prayer Breakfast April 5-7, 2013-51st Annual Delray Affair Nov. 9-10, 2013-2nd Annual Delray Beach Wine & Seafood Festival Contact Information Special thanks to Our Sponsors... Brilliant Sponsor Radiant Sponsors Elan Sponsors