History

At Markeim-Chalmers, Inc. (MCI), we take pride in our heritage and recognize its importance as it influences the firm in the years to come. Now In in our third generation of ownership, our leaders continue to have an integral role in helping shape the the Southern New Jersey Business community.

Key Historical Milestones:

  • 1922: Markeim-Chalmers, Inc. is founded by J. William Markeim (President) and William Chalmers.
  • 1955: Morton N. Kerr is employed by MCI upon graduation from Temple University.
  • 1965: Both Mr. Markeim and Mr. Chalmers retire and Mr. Kerr becomes Presidsent of MCI.
  • 1986: Fred S. Berlinsky, Esq. joins the MCI team after practicing real estate law.
  • 1991: Mr. Berlinsky becomes MCI's 3rd President and a partner with Mr. Kerr.
  • 2006: Kevin T. Burns becomes partner at Markeim-Chalmers, Inc.

History of Leadership within the Business Community:

  • J William Markeim (1922-1965) - Chairman of DRPA, Founded Markeim Arts Center, Founding Member of Pine Valley  Golf Club, Founding Member Tavistock Country Club

DRPA Bridge

 

 

 

 

 

Walt Whitman Bridge Dedication: 1957 J. William Markeim

  • Morton Kerr-(1956-1991) - Founding Member  of Commerce Bank of Cherry Hill and Board Member until sale to TD Bank, Former Board Member West Jersey Healthcare, Former Chairman of Camden County Board of Realtors

  • Fred Berlinsky (1991-Present) - Named one of The Inner Circle SJ Business Leaders (2007), Named one of The Men and Women Who Keep Camden County on the Move (2008) , South Jersey Biz (Best of 2011), Former Advisory Board Sun Bank,  Led growth when awarded Philadelphia Business Journal: 2006-South Jersey's 25 fastest-growing companies

 


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