Delaware 222

DE222 Honoree: Scott Thomas

For the past 16 years, Southern Delaware Tourism Executive Director Scott Thomas has worked to lift the image not only of Delaware’s coastal towns, but also attractions in Western Sussex County.

DE222 Honoree: Tariq Hook

Tariq Hook founded Code Differently with Stephanie Eldridge, connecting over their drive to best position Delawareans for the next generation of jobs.

DE222 Honoree: Alexandr Vinokurov

Alexandr Vinokurov is a fintech veteran, who has served as an institutional finance executive who also spent time at JPMorgan Chase and Deustche Bank.

DE222 Honoree: Tom Kramedas

When Tom Kramedas took over as president for Axia Hospitality Management in 2000, he helped grow the firm’s portfolio and added more development projects into the family business.
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DE222 Honoree: Vince DiFonzo

When Vince DiFonzo was named partner at TKo Hospitality Management, he brought more than 20 years of experience, including management roles in Delaware and Ohio hotels.

DE222 Honoree: Pete Bradley

As the Kent County Tourism Corporation president, Pete Bradley has led a way in leveraging hidden gems in central Delaware to residents.

DE222 Honoree: Jennifer Hastings Boes

Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Jennifer Boes has more than 25 years of experience in hospitality and tourism research.

DE222 Honoree: Markevis Gideon

Markevis Gideon cut the ribbon on a new office in the Riverside Opportunity Center with plans to hire around 75 employees by 2026.
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DE22 Honoree: Stephanie Eldridge

Code Differently, led by CEO Stephanie Eldridge, launched a state-funded program during COVID-19 to reskill Delawareans, with 95% of participants now securing tech jobs.

DE222 Honoree: Patrick Callihan

In the last three years, Patrick Callihan has overseen the acquisition of two firms: the Delaware Data Innovation Lab and Message digital marketing agency.

About

Delaware 222 highlights leaders at the peak of their careers.

These are Delaware’s movers and shakers who have helped shape businesses and organizations in each county of Delaware.

Key dates for the 2025 edition:

  • Ad space close: October 29, 2024
  • Print files due: November 5, 2024
  • Publish date: December 17, 2024

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