Steve Belkin is an American businessman who founded Trans National Group, which provides travel and other services, especially to affinity groups.
Biography
Belkin was born in East Grand Rapids, Michigan where he attended East Grand Rapids High School.
He is of
American Jews descent.
[Mendelsohn, Ezra Jews and the Sporting Life: Studies in Contemporary Jewry XXIII March 31, 2009] He graduated from Cornell University in 1969 with a BS degree in industrial engineering, and later served on the Board of Trustees and was named Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year in 2004.
In 2004, he became the largest individual shareholder and principal owner of Atlanta Spirit, LLC; the group that owned the Atlanta Thrashers and Atlanta Hawks.
Belkin currently serves as a National Commissioner and Honorary Life Member of the ADL, on the Board of Overseers of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston, and a Trustee of the Sports Museum of New England.
Recognition
Throughout his career, Belkin has received several awards and recognition for his philanthropic endeavors.
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Temple Beth Elohim: Tikkun Olam Award, 2015
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Robert F. Kennedy Children’s Action Corps: Embracing the Legacy Award, 2010
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Human Relations Services: Community Service Award, 2009
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ADL: Distinguished Community Service Award, 2003.
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Reach Out and Read National Center: Literacy Champion Award, 2002
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New England Assoc. of Healthcare Philanthropy: Distinguished Service Award, 2001
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Cornell University College of Human Ecology: Alumni Award for Outstanding Volunteerism, 1998
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