JAN 2023
Vol 5|No 1
Published on the third Thursday of every month
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We are well into the New Year, and you are probably feeling the momentum build. I wish you a year that creates the velocity you want to see toward fulfilling your God-inspired dreams. In this post, I want to share a plan comprised of five simplified steps you can take in 2023 and beyond that will yield the energy and extraordinary power you need to achieve your goals. You'd probably agree it would be a transformational year if you achieved all your goals, stayed vital and energetic, healthy, and performed well through the year. If you want an article on giving up sugar, this is not your article; that's small stuff, albeit eliminating "refined" sugar is important, but that's not the kind of transformation I'm talking about.
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It is far easier to sell at your listed price than most salespeople realize – even during a time of economic uncertainty.
Here are three steps you can take today that will make selling without discounting second nature, no matter what else is going on in your market.
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Member News from Around the Chamber |
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Promotions, Hires, Milestones, Awards, Grand Openings, Community Outreach, Media Appearances...
Send your business news and photos to our editor, Chris Reardon, and we will consider it for inclusion in this monthly newsletter. For guaranteed (sponsored) placements, contact Colette Moran.
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Please join us in welcoming Kevin Murphy as our new director of business development for the Morris County Chamber of Commerce. In this position, Kevin is responsible for recruiting and onboarding new members to the chamber by showing them the benefits of membership. He helps members maximize the benefits of their membership by:
- Growing their business and building their network by connecting with fellow members and resources at the Morris County EDC
- Participating in chamber events and meetings
- Raising their visibility through chamber marketing opportunities
- Being more effective through professional development seminars
- Impacting their community through volunteer opportunities
Kevin brings to his new position more than 20 years of experience in customer sales and service, most recently as vice president of sales & business development at Digital Align, Inc. (see his LinkedIn page here), and believes in relationship-based business development. “When you say relationships are everything in business, they’re everything in life,” he said. “That’s what I’m passionate about – finding, building and nurturing relationships.”
Kevin was drawn to the Morris County Chamber of Commerce because of what we offer our members. He worked with chambers previously throughout his career. “I’ve never seen a chamber so robust and have so many resources for its members,” he said. Yet sometimes that abundance of resources can seem overwhelming to new members. So one of Kevin’s goals is to help members broaden their comfort zone and take full advantage of what is offered, both directly and by supporting existing relationships, such as those of the chamber’s ambassadors. He also intends to help members stay focused on their business goals. “I hope to make a difference with one member every single day,” he said.
Kevin is married and he and his wife, Ellen, have two children in their 20s, Kirsten and Kyle, and a shih tzu-bichon mix, Ellie Mae. When not working, Kevin loves sports, both watching the Mets and Jets and playing fantasy baseball and football. He loves cycling, although there are a few cobwebs on his bike lately. He also enjoys learning and time at the beach. Yet his overriding priority is spending time with his family.
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SSP Architects has announced five new hires. Austin Cantone has joined the firm as an architectural designer. In addition, he is an entrepreneur who runs his own custom graphics design business, ApparelByAustin. Austin earned his Bachelor of Arts in architecture and master of science in critical game design from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Anthony Correia has joined the firm as a designer. He had been an architectural drafter for Designers Edge in Union. Anthony earned his Bachelor of Science degree in architectural engineering and a technology degree from the University of Hartford.
Sonali Dalvi has joined the firm as a project coordinator. She earned her Bachelor of Architecture and license as an architect in India. Sonali is an International Associate AIA and LEED Accredited Professional in Building Design and Construction and most recently chaired the Environmental Commission of Scotch Plains Township and served on the Scotch Plains Planning Board. Alan Grossman has joined SSP as a proposal and content writer. He most recently was assistant director of development for the Masorti Foundation. Alan graduated from Binghamton University with a Bachelor of Arts in print communications and political science. Maimouna Sow has joined the firm as a project coordinator. She had been a junior architect for a high-end residential firm in New York City. Maimoouna earned her Bachelor of Technology in architectural design and building from the State University of New York at Delhi.
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The accounting firm Nisivoccia has announced three promotions to partner: Ryan Hynson, Andrew Kucinski and Mike Smith. Ryan, CPA, began his career as an intern with Nisivoccia in 2011. His expertise includes providing accounting and audit services to our for-profit and not-for-profit clients with a specialization in performing Single and Housing Urban Development (HUD) audits. Ryan received his Bachelor of Arts in sociology with a minor in accounting from Bloomsburg University and a Master of Science in accounting from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Andrew, CPA, PSA, RMA, CFE, joined Nisivoccia 14 years ago as a member of the firm’s Governmental Entity Group. He specializes in providing accounting, audit, budget and planning services to our municipal and school district clients. Andrew is also a Certified Forensic Accountant and leads the firm’s forensic engagements. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in accounting from Farleigh Dickinson University. Mike, CPA, began his career with Nisivoccia 13 years ago as an intern in the audit department. Through the years, he developed a specialization in providing accounting and audit services for both for-profit and not-for-profit clients. He is also well-versed in the specialized set of regulations that apply to Approved Private Schools for Students with Disabilities as well as audits of employee benefit plans. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in financial accounting from Virginia Tech and an MBA in accounting from William Paterson University.
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Spencer Savings Bank has announced the appointment of Michael Fasano to its board of directors. Fasano has more than two decades of commercial real estate experience and brings a wealth of commercial real estate expertise to the board. He currently serves as managing partner with RIPCO Real Estate, a full-service commercial real estate brokerage firm with eight offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Florida. He oversees the company’s investment sales and capital markets platform as well as leasing in Long Island, Queens and New Jersey. Fasano is a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and New Jersey Apartment Association. He is a graduate of Seton Hall University.
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The law firm Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP is pleased to announce that partner Sean R. McGowan has been named Co-Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sean’s experience encompasses all aspects of development, redevelopment, land use and zoning, real property transactions, project financing, and the representation of clients in issues related to property management, landlord-tenant matters and day-to-day business counseling. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Rutgers and his J.D. from Seton Hall School of Law and is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association’s Real Property Trust and Estate Law Section.
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The law firm Einhorn Barbarito Frost & Botwinick has announced that Matheu D. Nunn, partner and co-chair of the firm’s Family/Matrimonial Practice, has been accepted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Matheu is among only 1500 family lawyers in the United States, less than 60 of who practice in New Jersey, who have earned the distinction of AAML Fellowship by demonstrating the highest standards of matrimonial practice. Fellowship in the AAML is achieved through a rigorous selection process for family lawyers who have been practicing for a minimum of 10 years and whom are board-certified in their state. Fellows must also demonstrate a sufficient level of trial experience, receive recommendations from judges and other attorneys and pass a national exam.
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Berkeley College announced that political journalism organization City & State New York has recognized Sherrille Shabazz, vice president, student development and campus life and Title IX coordinator, on its 2022 Responsible 100 list honoring those committed to creating “real and enduring change” through social responsibility. In her role at Berkeley Sherrille provides leadership and vision for all student engagement programs at Berkeley College, including volunteerism and clubs, athletics, counseling and accessibility services and also serves as a member of the Berkeley College Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee, ensuring the college sustains a culture that is reflective of its diversity and mission.
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