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Time, talent & treasure honorees
 Robert J. Reichlin Class of 1947 2005 Honoree |
Mr. Reichlin is a 1947 graduate of Philadelphia University and has been a member of the Philadelphia University Board of Trustees since 1991. He serves as Chairman of Zuckerman-Honickman, Inc., a wholesale bottle distributor for the Pepsi-Cola Corporation. Both the University and the Greater Philadelphia area have benefited from Mr. Reichlin’s continued generosity and dedication.
Mr. Reichlin’s family has owned Yorkshire Worsted, which during the early 1900's was the largest independent mill in Philadelphia. He is currently affiliated with the Reichlin Family Foundation, is a member of the Board of Directors of The Union League, is Chairman of the Board of Directors of Zuckerman -Honickman, Inc., and is a Member of the Board of Trustees of the Locust Club. He is Honorary Lifetime Vice President of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Philadelphia and a Member of the White Manor Country Club. Previously, Mr. Reichlin was President of the Pennsylvania Soft Drink Suppliers Association and Treasurer of Vanguard of Pennsylvania. |
 Martin J. Zeldin Class of 1955 2004 Honoree |
Mr. Zeldin is a 1955 graduate of Philadelphia University who personifies the mission of the University both personally and professionally. His life is an example of how the Power to Do inspires the individual and benefits the greater community.
Marty earned a B.S. in Textile Engineering
in 1955. His studies included coloration, fabric
design and textile construction, all of which
served him well as he became one of the first
textile professionals to enter the emerging textile
waste industry as the owner of a woolen spun
yarn company and a textile waste export company. With partner James Jarrett, he founded Martex Fiber Southern Corp., with facilities in South Carolina and offices in Philadelphia. An affiliate, Jimtex Yarns, was established in 1998 in Georgia. Jimtex is the only U.S. manufacturer that recycles pre-consumer apparel waste into yarn for many uses. The Zeldin Family Foundation was created to advance the cause of women and children in need through donations to educational programs that promote basic needs, scholarship and exposure to fine and cultural arts. Mr. Zeldin also serves on the board of the Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial. |
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Mr. Gerber is a 1969 graduate of the Textile Management and Marketing Program. He retired after 32 years with United Parcel Service (UPS) as the Equal Employment Opportunities Manager. Gerber and his family established a University scholarship to assist needy students who are studying abroad; he previously received an honorary membership in Delta Mu Delta from the School of Business Administration. In addition to his contributions to Philadelphia University, Gerber has shared his time, talent and treasure with many organizations and charitable efforts, including Jewish Family and Children’s Services, The Red Cross, the Mayor’s Commission on Literacy and Philabundance. |
 Robert Lockyer Class of 1968 2001 Honoree |
Mr. Lockyer is a 1968 graduate of the Management and Marketing Program. While a student at Philadelphia University, Mr. Lockyer participated in the Sailing Club (where he served as treasurer and president), and was a Textile Collegian. Mr. Lockyer is a partner of the Chesapeake Bay Golf Club, a member of the Union League and an executive director of Thomas Wynne, L.P., Jericho Manor, L.P. Formerly, Mr. Lockyer was a salesman with Aldan Rubber Co. |
