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Goldey-Beacom College's Gaul to Receive New Castle County Chamber of Commerce Rising Leader Award

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

by Janine G. Sorbello

Wilmington, DE (10/20/2026) — Goldey-Beacom College Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions Gigi Gaul, MBA, will be recognized with the Rising Leader Award at the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce's 2026 Women's Leadership Conference on Thursday, November 19, 2026. The conference will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with the awards luncheon scheduled from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Presented as part of the conference's awards luncheon, the Rising Leader Award recognizes Gaul's leadership and impact in the community. This year's conference theme, POW! (Power of Women), celebrates women whose leadership, vision and contributions are making a difference throughout the region. In announcing the honor, the Chamber noted that Gaul's impact across the community embodies the energy and vision represented by this year's theme.

"Gigi brings an incredible sense of purpose and care to her work, and that impact extends well beyond her role at Goldey-Beacom," said Director of Admissions Randle Reed. "She leads through relationships, approaches every opportunity with enthusiasm and intention, and is deeply invested in the success of the people and communities around her. I am incredibly proud to see Gigi recognized as a Rising Leader, and I know this is only the beginning of the impact she will continue to make."

Currently, Gaul serves as Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions at Goldey-Beacom College, where she works with prospective graduate students as they explore advanced degree and certificate opportunities at the College.

"I am incredibly humbled to be recognized and truly honored to accept such a meaningful award," said Gaul. "I appreciate the work the Chamber does to celebrate and uplift women in our community. To be included in this special day and among the women the organization recognizes is an honor that means so much to me."

Gaul's higher education career has included roles in online learning, academic support and teaching as an adjunct assistant professor. Her community involvement focuses on advancing women, girls and emerging professionals across Delaware. She serves as Program Manager for Community Engagement and as a member of the Advisory Board for Great Dames, Inc., is a Founder with the Fund for Women and is a member of the Delaware ACE Women's Network.

Gaul earned both her bachelor's degree and MBA with a concentration in Organizational Leadership from Wilmington University and is a graduate of the University of Delaware Women's Leadership Initiative Certificate Program and the Leadership Delaware Fellowship Program.

About the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce

Its mission is simple - accelerate business growth. Since 1922, Delaware's businesses have leveraged the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce to build awareness, grow revenue, and develop new business relationships. The Chamber helps you grow your business through networking, business growth training, referral groups, marketing opportunities, and more. The Chamber advocates for our members in the local and state government and works closely with elected officials to create economic prosperity and enhance the quality of life in the community.

About Goldey-Beacom College

Founded in 1886, Goldey-Beacom College has approximately 1,100 students enrolled from 22 states and 60 countries. The College offers 50 degree options and 23 certificates across its undergraduate and graduate programs. Areas of study include information technology, psychology, economics, criminal justice, communication & media, human services, English, as well as business disciplines including business analytics, accounting, digital marketing, entrepreneurship and finance.

The College is committed to preparing graduates for successful careers and lifelong achievement. For more than a decade, GBC has reported a positive outcome rate of more than 90% for graduates. Goldey-Beacom College is located in Pike Creek Valley, a suburb of Wilmington, Delaware, and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

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