Networking Luncheon Friday, March 11:
Join us in the private theater room at Alternate Ending Beer Co.
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Learn about the power of video for your business from Todd Bivona of Gotham Trinity Productions. |
March 11th from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm at Alternate Ending Beer Co.: 1057 NJ-34, Aberdeen, NJ
Cost: $25 members / $30 nonmembers ($5.00 additional charge without rsvp). Includes appetizer, salad, family style Grandma Pizza* by Talula's and soda (pay-your-own way for beer and other drinks)
Speaker: Todd Bivona of Gotham Trinity Productions talks about he Power of Video for your Business or non-profit organization. Click to see a video about Gotham Trinity.
*gluten-free available
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Welcome New Member: Right Touch Organizing Services LLC
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Right Touch Organizing Services is a professional organizing company serving Central and Southern New Jersey.
As owner, I specialize in creating a calm, compassionate and judgment-free experience during times of transition. Whether you are relocating, downsizing your family home, managing a small business, or navigating life's many challenges, you deserve streamlined systems and functional solutions to help you stay on top of it all. I take the time to work with my clients individualized needs and offer customized services for their unique organizing style.
Right Touch Organizing manages the many tasks involved in a move and helps family members make tough decisions on whether to donate or sell personal items. My services are concierge style which means that when I am hired, my network of resources helps make these major life transitions smooth and seamless.
I am a member of the National Association of Senior Move Managers and The Geriatric Advisory Council. I am also a licensed real estate referral agent with EXIT Realty East Coast. I partner with a variety of estate sale companies and with MaxSold doing online estate sales and auctions.
What brings me joy is my passion for being of service to others. Eliminate the stress of trying to do it all and get professional guidance you need from someone who has been there.
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Welcome New Member: Brew Coffee Bar
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Brandon Castro, the owner of the new Brew Coffee Bar, believes that through coffee and community, his business can become a hotspot at 133a Main St., Matawan.
“While in quarantine, I decided to take my love of coffee to the next level and become Specialty Coffee Association certified in the science and preparation of coffee brewing and tasting. I studied online and in-person through Coffee Project New York,” Castro said.
“Brew Coffee Bar focuses on American style drip coffee and pour-overs. We offer several local coffee blends that are approachable, but sustainably sourced. With offerings from light to dark roasts there is something for everyone. We also carry light pastries and locally blended teas,” he said.
As the owner of a small business, Castro expressed the importance of supporting home-grown businesses by shopping locally. He said the personalized level of service his business can provide to its customers cannot always be found at larger operations.
“It is important to shop local because those businesses are usually the ones most passionate about their craft or service; they offer a level of care and love you won’t find at big-name places … when you can stay in town or right next door, you get to know the owners and the daily workers. That bond to the local products or people is a feeling like no other,” Castro said.
Castro, who is a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., attended the local Cliffwood Elementary School and graduated from Matawan Regional High School. He has a passion for creating a local space that serves those around him. For Castro, the goal of Brew Coffee Bar is “to become a staple of the community” by offering high-quality service, hosting social events and “bringing awareness to what coffee can be.”
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Welcome New Members for February:
79 Beauty Company, Alyssa Tristao
Jen’s Happy Hour Pet Care LLC, Jennifer West
Just Love Coffee & Cafe', Scott Lentini
Right Touch Organizing Services, Audrey Tesora
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Congratulations to Hand & Stone! |
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa of Aberdeen reached a milestone anniversary.
“It’s exciting to reach 10-years in operation, not only for us, but for our dedicated staff and members,” said multi-unit franchise owner Jeff Silbert. “Many of our staff and members have been with us for years and years and we are pleased to be able to share this milestone with them as well. It’s awesome to be a part of these wonderful communities!”
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Woman's Club of Matawan Event on Friday, March 11, from 9 am to 2 pm. |
Hand made crafts and attic treasures!
Location: 199 Jackson Street, Matawan.
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State of NJ Business News |
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Need Funding For Your Business? Get help here! |
As an entrepreneur, you’re always on the lookout for ways to finance your business. The question is which funders and programs are right for you. You may know that the State of New Jersey has different funding opportunities available and that the State supports businesses with hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. Maybe you haven’t explored that yet – it’s always sounded intimidating, or like it would take too much time.
But now there is one spot to search through multiple State funding opportunities, and you can filter it by type of funding – loan, grant, tax credit, etc – and even type of industry. Get results customized for your business today at Business.NJ.Gov/Funding
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Ban on Plastic Bags: Here's what you need to know.
The ban ends the use of single-use plastic carryout bags and polystyrene foam food service products at retail stores and food service businesses and replaces them with reusable bags and recyclable products. Plastic Bag Ban to take effect in 2022.
Click here for important information.
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We are preparing the Member Directory for 2022 |
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Check your listing info and check out great advertising opportunities.
The directory will be widely distributed throughout the community and at events throughout the year. All Chamber members will be listed in the directory. However, here is an opportunity for your business to stand out and be noticed at an affordable price.
Ads start at $75 for a quarter page business card size. Click for all ad pricing.
Please note that we need your reservation for the ad by the end of this week and ads will be due by March 14th.
Contact Linda for more info.
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New Member Offer: Save $25 |
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Want to Become a Member? Please note that the one-time registration fee of $25 will be waived for now. You need to pay only the annual dues for your category. Click here to join! and pay by credit card or download the form and send in a check. Read why it is important for a business to join a chamber. This article was written by one of our members, Milton Paris from Getting Ahead in Business.
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We now offer Member Job Postings |
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Attention Members: If you have a job you would like to post please send the information to: Linda@macocnj.com. MACOC can now post your jobs here on our website. Know someone looking for a job? Visit our job posting section on the website.
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Text Alerts keep you informed! |
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MACOC CONNECT (text service) provides members with quick alerts to Chamber Events, Programs & News. Members can text MACOC to 888-739-5733 to join.
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Get FREE advertising with our Spotlight Series! |
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Have you sent us your 'Spotlight Series' write-up? Our Spotlight email is sent to over 1,000 people. Just email us your 'write-up': it should be no longer than 250 words and typed into an email or word document. Best of all- it's free way to promote your business. Submit it with a copy of your logo and/or photos. Members Only!
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Hire High School Students: Job candidates available from Matawan High School. Matawan High School has a pool of candidates seeking after-school and weekend positions. If you want to have your job openings shared with students please email them to Amanda Longo.
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The New Jersey Business Action Center (NJBAC) is a business-first resource that can help you get answers from government agencies, all at no cost and strictly confidential. Call the business helpline at 1-800-JERSEY-7 for help or more information. For information on COVID relief for businesses visit business.nj.gov/covid
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Check out the many Workshops for Entrepreneurs and Businesses at Brookdale. Visit their website to find out more.
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