CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — Cape May County Chamber of Commerce Chairman Tom Piratzky announced that the following officers have been elected for the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce: Maura McMahon Primus, Chairwoman; Cheryl Pivola, First Vice Chair; Doug Burke, Second Vice Chair; Tom Hutchinson, Treasurer; and Tom Rippman, Secretary. Additionally, Piratzky announced the follow new members elected to the Board of Directors: Denise Wieand, CEO/Owner of Allegra Marketing, Print & Mail; Maria Kellett, Dean of Atlantic Cape Community College Cape May County Campus; and Sydney Patrick, TD Bank Wildwood Store Manager. These new officers and directors will be installed at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting and Installation Dinner on Oct. 18 at the Flanders Hotel in Ocean City. The presenting sponsor for the Chamber’s Annual Dinner is OceanFirst Bank.
Additionally, the following businesses and individuals will be recognized with the following awards:
Member of the Year – Cape Resorts
Volunteer of the Year – Kenna Wuerker, Hawk Haven Vineyards
Business of the Year – The Reeds at Shelter Haven
Young Professional Award – Jim Ridgway, J. Byrne Agency
Spirit of Leadership Award – Francey Burke, Burke Motor Group
New Business – ReStore by Habitat for Humanity
Cape May County Betterment Award – Sturdy Savings Bank
Historic Preservation – Cold Spring Brewery
Veteran in Business Leadership – Mark Kulkowitz, Mad Batter & Carroll Villa Hotel
Conservation Award – The Wetlands Institute
“The highlight of our Annual Meeting is always presenting these prestigious awards to a special group of businesses and individuals,” reported Piratzky. “They represent the very best in Chamber membership and dedication to the growth and prosperity of the Chamber and Cape May County.” These businesses, organizations and individuals will be recognized with a plaque signifying their business success in Cape May County during the past year.
The Chamber will also salute Cape May County with a tribute to the County’s 325th anniversary. Cape May County Clerk and Historian, Rita Marie Fulginiti will highlight the county’s history and a sample of historic artifacts will be on display during the event.
The Cape May County Chamber of Commerce organization dates back to 1916 when it began as the Seashore Association Chamber of Commerce for the purpose of promoting tourism. Anyone interested in attending the Oct. 18 dinner or placing an ad in the program should visit www.capemaycountychamber.com/325 or call (609) 465-7181. Pre-paid reservations are required to attend.
Lower Township – Who are these people that are obvious experts on trash cans and leaf pick-up? Maybe they don't have any trash to put out or leaves in their yard!!
