The Monmouth Ocean Development Council has announced the individuals, corporations, and nonprofit organizations that will be honored with 2025 Silver Gull awards for their work making a difference in the way business is done at the Jersey Shore.
The 13 honorees are being recognized for their accomplishments in economic development, community service, and tourism in the Monmouth and Ocean County area. The 2025 Silver Gull Award recipients are:
- Christopher Church, President, Central/North Jersey & NYC, PCS
- Michael Kokes, President, Kokes Properties
- Vin Gopal Civic Association
- The James Bradley Hotel
- Carolyn Burtnick, Director of Tourism, Monmouth County
- Sandra Lazzaro-Cifelli, Director, Economic Development & Tourism, Ocean County
- Holman Frenia Alison, P.C.
- Smolin Lupin & Co, LLC
- Karen Campi, VP of Marketing & Community Affairs, Campi Dental
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County
- Mercy Center
- The Special Children’s Center
- CentraState Healthcare System.
The recipients will be honored at the MODC’s annual Silver Gull Awards dinner at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, May 1, at the South Gate Manor in Freehold. For information on tickets or sponsorship packages, go to the MODC website here.
