Gillis Gilkerson celebrates 40 years in business

The principals of Gillis Gilkerson proudly celebrated the firm’s 40th anniversary with a business after hours event hosted in conjunction with the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce. The event was filled with fun, refreshments, networking and nostalgia as supporters gathered to mark the milestone. Looking back on the company’s history, the principals expressed gratitude for past and present clients, the Delmarva community, and most importantly, their team, from the founders to office and field staff.

Gillis Gilkerson has grown to become one of the largest, most trusted and versatile firms of its kind on the Delmarva Peninsula. Founded by Palmer Gillis in 1983, the firm was soon joined by co-founder Tony Gilkerson, paving the way for the company’s early success. For nearly 20 years (2004-2022), GGI was led by Dwight Miller, now executive consultant, who spearheaded much of the firm’s growth over those years. In January, GGI announced the promotion of Tyler Barnes from vice president to president of construction operations.

Rounding out Gillis Gilkerson’s leadership team are principals Brad Gillis, Joey Gilkerson and Chris Gilkerson, sons of founders Palmer Gillis and Tony Gilkerson. As second-generation leaders, the trio have a lifetime of involvement in real estate development and investing.

“Over the course of our 40 years, we have been lucky to work with a great number of quality people. From our first-generation leadership team to the subcontractors, architects and engineers we collaborate with, Gillis Gilkerson has employed and formed relationships with the best of the best on the Delmarva Peninsula," said Barnes. "As we celebrate a huge milestone and refocus on the future ahead, we find ourselves more grateful than ever for these relationships. We wouldn't have made it to 40 years without the backing of an incredible team. Entering our fifth decade in business, we are now more committed than ever to honoring and celebrating all who share in our mission to build community for generations."

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