FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (May 18, 2009) – William Berger , senior partner at Greenspoon Marder, P.A. , took home the “Business Leader of the Year” award from the 2009 Business Awards Luncheon, presented by the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce on Friday, May 15. The program honors local business leaders who have made substantial professional and civic contributions to the community. Governor Charlie Crist made a special appearance, via a taped message, to personally congratulate Berger and thank him for his service.
“To be named a top business leader, especially this year in this economy, is an incredible honor,” said Berger. “You know, I always say that I’m a businessman practicing law, rather than a lawyer practicing law. There’s a big difference there.”
Berger joined Greenspoon Marder as a senior partner in 1995. He co-chairs the firm’s litigation department and is instrumental in the firm’s marketing and business development efforts. Greenspoon Marder has tripled in size over the past 10 years and is still growing. Berger is largely responsible.
“Long-lasting business is built on solid relationships,” said Berger. “I never go out looking for clients. I look for ways to help others. What goes around comes around.”
Berger is a Palm Beach County resident, where he is active in various community endeavors including The Economic Council of the Palm Beaches, Business Development Board, Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches and the North Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce. In August 2007, Governor Charlie Crist appointed Mr. Berger as a Trustee of the Palm Beach Community College. Berger is on the Board of Advisors of ICABA, a multi-media organization fostering opportunities for black professionals and entrepreneurs. In addition to his civic involvement, Berger serves as co-chair of HomeSafe’s The Classic!, an annual golf classic which benefits abused, neglected and AIDS-infected children.
About Greenspoon Marder Greenspoon Marder is a national full-service business law firm with over 200 attorneys and offices across the United States. We are ranked among American Lawyer ’s Am Law 200, as one of the top law firms in the U.S. since 2015. Our firm was founded with the goal of providing the highest quality legal services at the highest value for our clients. Each of our clients is unique and so are their legal needs. We believe no one size fits all for professional services. Our lawyers offer flexible and creative solutions to meet our clients’ respective needs. Our mission is to understand the challenges our clients face, build collaborative relationships and craft solutions with a focus on strategic goals.
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