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Turn off your ''Um'' Switch: 5/22/2020

Turn off your "UM" switch!Very Important Tips, especially in the COVID-19 Social Distancing World of ZOOM and Online chats!Always be Learning! Take advantage of this time and learn, as well as implement, some suggestions you learn for your job search.  Monmouth County Workforce Development cannot answer any unemployment questions.  We are just passing on information to you. Please do not reply to this email with unemployment questions. If you have general questions about unemployment insurance, such as who

NJCC PPP Changes - Advocacy for 501(c)6: 5/22/2020

Just to clarify, the bill that the Senate is expected to be voting on is not the HEROES Act.  If and when they decide to take up a version of the HEROES Act may be the last opportunity to include 501(c)(6) organizations.   Please let me know if you have any questions.   From: Laura GunnSent: Thursday, May 21, 2020 12:07 PMCc: Tom Bracken <Tom.Bracken@njchamber.com>; Michael Egenton <Michael.Egenton@njchamber.com>Subject: PPP Changes - Advocacy for 501(c)(6)Importance: High   Chamber

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Honoring & Remembering: 5/22/2020

Honoring and Remembering Dear Friends, For Girl Scouts, Memorial Day is a time we honor and remember our fallen heroes by participating in community parades and expressing thanks to military personnel currently serving in the armed forces. While the pandemic has halted parades and commemorations here at the Jersey Shore, our girls are showing their gratitude in other ways, like flying our beloved Old Glory and sharing the comfort of Girl Scout Cookies with active military. Lexi and Isabelle

YMCA Be Kind to Your Mind: 5/22/2020

BE KIND TO YOUR MINDMay is Mental Health Awareness Month and we want to take a moment to recognize our Counseling & Social Services team. Since the state mandated shut down, donors like you have made it possible for our clinicians and social workers to have more than 15,000 interactions with people who needed support. In addition, our team has been able to visit our emergency child care center to work with the kids there who may be experiencing some anxiety.SUPPORTING OUR HEROES Learn how we're working on

NJCC Webinar Featuring NJ Senate President Steve Sweeney: 5/22/2020

 WEBINAR   Featuring New Jersey Senate President Steve SweeneyTuesday, June 9 at 9:00 a.m.Join the NJ Chamber of Commerce and NJBIA for a virtual town hall with State Senate President Steve Sweeney. Senate President Sweeney will share his views on issues affecting New Jersey businesses during this pandemic. A Q&A session will follow the main presentation. We are compiling a list of questions for the webinar. If you would like to submit a question for the senate president, please send it to Laura

MCWDB LinedIn's Head of Recruiting Shares His Thoughts on the Top Talent Trends for 2020 5/22/2020

LinkedIn’s Head of Recruiting Shares His Thoughts on the Top Talent Trends for 2020**COPY AND PASTE THE URL LINK INTO YOUR OPEN INTERNET BROWSER TO VIEW FULL ARTICLE**  https://business.linkedin.com/talent-solutions/blog/talent-on-tap/2020/LinkedIn-head-of-recruiting-on-top-talent-trendsAlways be Learning! Take advantage of this time and learn, as well as implement, some suggestions you learn for your job search. 

Covenant House NJ Update: 5/22/2020

Hello and Happy Friday! In 35 days we will be hosting our sleep OUT!!!   We don't know what restrictions we will be facing in 35 days, however the community will all  come together Virtually in one screen to show homeless young men and women that we are all here to support them and help them on their journey to become independent adults.   Today in Newark we are testing all our youth and staff that have been in the building over the past few months.  In the future days this practice will move into other

NJCC State CoVid-19 Reopening/Recovery Survey: 5/22/2020

Chamber Colleagues: Please see below and pass along to your members.     The State of New Jersey is requesting your input to better understand how to assist you in reopening and get you back to work safely and productively. By filling out an online survey about your operations, you will provide us with valuable insights to inform the State’s reopening strategy, and guide the creation of products, services and assistance programs to be made available to businesses across the state.   Survey questions

90.5 the night Brookdale Public Radio: 5/22/2020

May 2020This Memorial Day weekend might feel a little different from the ones in the past. Here at 90.5 the Night, we're going to do what we always do, play the best music on the Jersey Shore. Today at 5pm our Perfect Album Side Weekend begins! It's our way to unofficially kick off summer — and you can join us by putting on some shades and turning up 90.5 the Night for your "Perfect" weekend playlist. Abbey Road from The Beatles? Here you go. How about Purple Rain from Prince? Yep, you got

Two Rivers Title Insurance Welcomes Sharon Sluder-Risch

It is my pleasure to announce that Sharon Sluder-Risch has joined the Two Rivers Title Executive Team.As Senior Vice-President/Director of Marketing and Business Development, Sharon will be leading Two Rivers’ expansion efforts, increasing its service footprint throughout and beyond the five states where the company currently operates. (NJ, NY, PA, CT & FL).   Sharon comes with a wealth of experience within the real estate industry, having spent the last 22 years building successful partnerships between

This is How You 10X Your Recruitment Process

This is how you can 10x your recruitment process **COPY AND PASTE THE URL LINK INTO YOUR OPEN INTERNET BROWSER TO VIEW FULL ARTICLE**  https://www.greenhouse.io/blog/this-is-how-you-can-10x-your-recruitment-process-2   Add My Email Address to Monmouth County's Mailing List ‌  ‌  ‌

NJ Chamber News 5/21/2020

NJ ChamberCoronavirus Update May 21, 2020 Today's News for New Jersey Business:Seeking liability protection for employers. A guide to reopening workplaces. New Jersey has paid $3.4 billion in unemployment benefits during the pandemic. An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Liability Protection for Employers – The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce has joined a coalition of chambers asking Congress to

Return to Working Free Live Webinar: 5/20/2020

FREE LIVE WEBINAR : THE RETURN TO WORK DURING COVID-19 5/21/2020**COPY AND PASTE THE URL LINK INTO YOUR OPEN INTERNET BROWSER TO REGISTER FOR THIS FREE EVENT**https://www.mylakewoodchamber.com/register/livewebinarwithannasantucci-braun     Monmouth County Workforce Development cannot answer any unemployment questions.    We are just passing on information to you. If you have general questions about unemployment insurance, such as who is eligible/how to apply/step by step instructions/etc., please visit

NJCC Update on State Officials' Coronavirus Business Briefing: 5/19/2020

Dear Chamber Colleagues:   The following was discussed on today’s business briefing call with the EDA and the Governor’s office:  Small Business Grant Program Last week, the Governor and EDA announced they will allocate $50 million from CARES Act funding for a small business grant program.    The way it was explained to us, they anticipate a 90/10 split – 10% going to some of the backlog from the first grant program, and the balance going to a new, broader program.  It’ll have the same basic

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/20/2020

May 20, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Dealerships can re-open today – by appointment only. Pharmacists to give COVID-19 tests. N.J. Chamber kicks off 'Buy NJ' campaign. Liability is a big question for colleges and for everyone.An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Dealerships Can Open Today - The state is permitting in-person sales to resume at car, motorcycle and boat dealerships, as

SCAN: 5/20/2020

 Social Community Activities Network's mission is to enhance the quality of life for all adults ages 50+ in Monmouth and Ocean Counties through socialization, education, technology, and assistance with community resources. We are excited to share our 2019 Annual Report, "SCAN By The Numbers" that highlights how our programs are impacting our members and the community. Click the button below to view the full report now.VIEW ANNUAL REPORTVisit SCAN's Website SCAN is Thankful For Our Sponsors and

#BuyLocalNJ #BuyNJ - Raise the Curve: 5/20/2020

Dear Chamber Colleagues:   Yesterday, NJ Chamber President and CEO Tom Bracken wrote a guest column in ROI-NJ reminding everyone that for the economic reopening of New Jersey to succeed, small business must succeed.  Tom said that New Jerseyans came together to flatten the COVID-19 curve and now it is time for businesses and consumers across the state to Buy NJ where and when possible as a way to raise the state’s economic curve.   You can read Tom’s column by clicking here.   We believe this is a

NJCC Chamber Updates: 5/20/2020

Dear Chamber Colleagues:   We recently signed on to the US Chamber of Commerce’s coalition letter to advocate for liability protections at the federal level.  Tom has already mentioned this on our calls with state officials and asked them to start thinking about it as businesses start to open back up.  We will most likely be putting together a letter in the near future to ask that the state also make sure there are safe harbors for businesses trying to do the right thing, and would invite you to join the

NJBIA Awards for Excellence Call for Nominations: 5/19/2020

If you know an organization or an executive that deserves to be recognized nominate them for the2020 NJBIA Awards for Excellence!THE AWARD CATEGORIESCommunity ServicePresented to an organization for outstanding service in the public interest.Executive of the YearPresented to an individual who has exemplified excellence in their position.Outstanding EmployerPresented to an organization that has established an innovative approach to HR.Diversity & InclusionPresented to an organization that encourages and

Red Bank RiverCenter: 5/18/2020

#1 - Curbside parking expands #2 - Safety session at 9:30 a.m., Monday, May 18 #3 - Tell us you are OPEN! Get featured on social media + 2 more things - Both free #1 Curbside Pickup Zones River Center is working with Borough of Red Bank to establish curbside pickup parking zones to conveniently help customers pickup food and products from the businesses in the borough. The zones will coincide with the restart of non-essential retail stores opening for curbside pickup only on Monday, May 18. The

NJCC Webinar with NJ Senate President Steve Sweeney: 5/18/2020

WEBINARFeaturing New Jersey Senate President Steve SweeneyTuesday, June 9 at 9:00 amoin the NJ Chamber of Commerce and NJBIA for a virtual town hall with State Senate President Steve Sweeney. Senate President Sweeney will share his views on issues affecting New Jersey businesses during this pandemic. A Q&A session will follow the main presentation. We are compiling a list of questions for the webinar. If you would like to submit a question for the senate president, please send it to Laura Gunn.   REGISTER

NJBIA Upcoming Events: 5/18/2020

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NJBAC Provisions on Resuming Business Operations: 5/18/2020

Your resource for current news, policies and updates to stay informed during the global pandemic.http://cv.business.nj.gov/Resuming In-Person OperationsAs part of New Jersey's Road Back, the strategic plan for reopening businesses in the state, Governor Phil Murphy signed an Executive Order allowing the resumption of some non-essential operations and businesses. With provisions and strict adherence to guidelines, the resumption of non-essential construction, curbside pickup at non-essential retail

NJSBDC at Brookdale Updated PPP Guidance, Grant & Webinar Opportunities:5/18/2020

 COVID-19 Updates PROTOCOLS FOR OPERATING SAFELY To review the mitigation protocols required by the State of NJ for businesses continuing to operate:CLICK HERE REOPENING SAFELY: A GUIDE TO RECOVERY AND REINVENTION Based on the best practices shared by employers in New Jersey’s critical industries, NJBIA is offering guidelines and suggestions to assist businesses in their efforts to provide safe workplaces for their employees and customers. VISIT NJBIA WEBISTE NEW SBA GUIDANCE ON PPP Certify in good faith

Hill Wallack FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 5/18/2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Good afternoon. I thought this may be of interest to you and your readers. Best regards, Eileen Garretson  Hill Wallack Family Law Attorney, Vito Colasurdo Jr. Has Been Named Co-Chair of the Young Lawyers Subcommittee of the New Jersey State Bar Family Law Executive CommitteePrinceton, NJ May 18, 2020 - Hill Wallack Family Law attorney, Vito Colasurdo Jr. has been named Co-Chair of the Young Lawyers Subcommittee (“YLS”) of the New Jersey State Bar Family Law Executive Committee

PATCH Survey for local businesses: 5/18/2020

From: Tom Davis <tom.davis@patch.com>Sent: Monday, May 18, 2020 2:32 PMTo: newjersey-business@patch.comSubject: Correction: Patch survey for local businesses   Hello again:   I'm Tom Davis, New Jersey editor of Patch.com. I want to apologize for sending the wrong link to our local business survey. It's actually right here: NJ Local business survey  Again, Patch is interested in your views as a member of the New Jersey business community in the timeline for reopening the state's economy. We're inviting

For Businesses: CoVid-19 Jobs & Hiring Portal: 5/15/2020

FOR BUSINESSES:COVID-19 JOBS & HIRING PORTAL  The State is building a centralized resource to match talent with opportunities in industries on the front lines of the COVID-19 outbreak. A crucial step is to gather details on employers’ immediate hiring needs. To share your immediate needs, copy and paste this URL into your internet browser: https://jobs.covid19.nj.gov/intake You can find more information on intake process on the State’s COVID-19 Business Information Hub: https://cv.business.nj.gov.Add My

Recruitment Trends for 2020

  5 Recruitment Trends for 2020 Both Candidates and Recruiters Should Know About **COPY AND PASTE THE URL LINK INTO YOUR OPEN INTERNET BROWSER TO VIEW FULL ARTICLE**  https://www.recruiter.com/i/5-recruitment-trends-for-2020-both-candidates-and-recruiters-should-know-about/  Always be Learning! Take advantage of this time and learn, as well as implement, some suggestions you learn for your job search. Add My Email Address to Monmouth County's Mailing List ‌  ‌  ‌ Monmouth County Workforce Development | 17

Paycheck Protection Loans Still Available

  Paycheck Protection Program Loans Still Available  NJ Business Action Center   http://createsend.com/t/i-DEA83F60F54E3DAC2540EF23F30FEDED   Your resource for current news, policies and updates to stay informed during the global pandemic.http://cv.business.nj.gov/  Paycheck Protection Program Loans Still AvailableForgivable loans under the second wave of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) are still available through the Small Business Administration (SBA). So far, about $17 billion in PPP loans have

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/14/2020

May 14, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Gov. Murphy lifts some retail and construction restrictions. State budget problems are just beginning. Hospitalizations continue to decline. Coming this summer: 'Social distancing ambassadors' on the beach.   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  First Steps Back - New Jersey will allow nonessential businesses to open for curbside pickup and

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/15/2020

May 15, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Beaches will be open this summer - with restrictions. Boardwalk restaurants open for take-out and delivery, but rides and arcade games are still closed. Number of workers seeking unemployment benefits continues to rise.An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Jersey Shore Beaches are Open for Summer - Beaches along the Jersey Shore and lakes throughout

Lindabury McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, PC Guidance for Reopening the Workplace: 5/14/2020

  Businesses are looking to state and local stay-at-home directives to determine when and how they can reopen. While it is anticipated that reopening will occur in phases, there are crucial guidelines employers should consider in advance. We have prepared a summary outlining this important information, which you can read here. As always Lindabury’s Labor & Employment team is vigilantly monitoring the legislative and regulatory developments in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Stay up to date with the

Tracey & Jon Stewart donate first harvest of Hockhockson Farm Foundation to Lunch Break: 5/14/2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2020Press Only, Contact: Ellen McCarthy (908) 489-0181 emccarthy@lunchbreak.org   Lunch Break continues partnership and collaboration withTracey and Jon Stewart’s Hockhockson Farm Foundation  Red Bank, NJ— The fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic has sent record numbers of people to local food banks. In their ongoing partnership with Lunch Break, Hockhockson Farm Foundation is using their 11 acres of growing fields to grow as much food as possible, with as few people

Salt Creek Grille Takeout: 5/15/2020

NJBIA Member Alert Back to Work: A Guide to Recovery and Reinvention: 5/15/2020

Back to Work: A Guide to Recovery and Reinvention   With more businesses permitted to reopen in a limited capacity, and more reopening orders on the way, NJBIA is encouraging employers to be prepared to return to work before they get the call. To assist in this critical preparation, NJBIA has assembled a Back to Work Toolkit for business owners, now accessible on our new Recovery page. The guide to reopening includes detailed recommendations on how to best prepare your workplace, protect employees and

NJCC State Chamber Supports Provisions in the HEROES ACT: 5/15/2020

Good morning, Chamber Colleagues:   As you may have read in the news, the US House of Representatives will be voting on the HEROES Act today.  While this is a partisan bill that will most likely not be considered by the US Senate and instead will be used as a negotiating piece going forward, we have expressed our support for many of its provisions.  These include relief for 501(c)(6) organizations, more funding for small businesses, and more funding and flexibility for state/local

Planning to return to the office: What tools businesses can turn to: 5/15/2020

Planning a return to the office: What tools businesses can turn to**COPY AND PASTE THE URL LINK INTO YOUR OPEN INTERNET BROWSER TO VIEW FULL ARTICLE** https://www.hrdive.com/news/coronavirus-office-return-contact-tracing-tools/577769/   Always be Learning! Take advantage of this time and learn, as well as implement, some suggestions you learn for your job search. 

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Community Update: 5/15/2020

Leading the WayDear Friends,It is a pleasure to announce the election of new officers and three new members to Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s Board of Directors. Leading the Board for a two-year term are: Chair Teri O’Connor, County Administrator for Monmouth County; First Vice Chair Nina Anuario, Senior Vice President of Business Development at OceanFirst Bank; Second Vice Chair Jacqueline Shea, Vice President and Chief Information Officer at New Jersey Resources; and Secretary Ben Waldron, Executive

A Night of Covenant House Stars Monday 5/18/2020 : 5/15/2020

I want to make sure you get the opportunity to watch the show on Monday night.  We can't have it at NJPAC like in past years, but we will have the amazing Morgan Freeman on the show!!!!  And even better, two of our NJ youth will be performing nationally.  We are so proud! If you haven't done so yet, please take a moment to register HERE.   That way you will receive the links to watch the show directly in your inbox. Also, feel free to share this link with your family and friends. The more people who get to

SCORE Circle of Women Mentors May 21 call: 5/15/2020

Circle of Women Mentors May 21st CallThe women Mentors of SCORE NJ will continue to host a weekly webinar to offer Advice, Support, and Direction to Women Business Owners in New Jersey. This FREE Webinar scheduled for Thursday, May 21st at 10:00 AM will give Women Business Owners around NJ the opportunity to ask questions of the SCORE Mentors, share experiences with other Women Business Owners and provide a platform for support, purposeful, and proactive outreach across the state for the woman business

Census 2020 - Local & State Business Community in New Jersey Week: 5/15/2020

Hello -   The New Jersey Complete Count Commission and the New Jersey Department of State continue the social media campaign to support getting a complete and accurate count for the 2020 Census! We will be dedicating our social media posts to weekly themes, showcasing the impact Census data has on so many areas of life in New Jersey.   Next week we are highlighting the LOCAL AND STATE BUSINESS COMMUNITY IN NEW JERSEY, starting Monday, May 18, 2020. We need YOUR help to spread the word!   Here’s how

News Release: 5/14/2020 Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Permitting Resumption of Non-Essential Business

COVID-19 Press Information  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2020                                                                                                  Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Permitting Resumption of Non-Essential Construction, Curbside Pickup at Non-Essential Retail Businesses, and Gatherings in Cars  TRENTON – As part of New Jersey’s Road Back, Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 142, permitting the resumption of

NJCC State Official's Coronavirus Business Briefing: 5/13/2020

Dear Chamber Colleagues,   The Business Briefing Calls with the Governor’s office, EDA and Dept. of Labor have been rescheduled to Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.  I will send you the recaps as soon as possible after the calls.  Today, the following was discussed.  Governor’s Restart and Recovery Council The subcommittees started meeting this week.  As they continue to have discussions, the state will continue to look at plans in terms of a restart.    The Deputy Chief of Staff referenced the

NJBIA Upcoming Events: 5/13/2020

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Red Bank RiverCenter COVID-19 PPP Update: 5/13/2020

Tuesday, May 12, 2020 Updated PPP & Tax Credit InfoLATEST PPP NEWSOver $100 Billion in Paycheck Protection Program Funds Are Still Available. If you are self-employed witn h no employees, you still qualify for a PPP Loan. Don't miss this opportunity, if you have not yet applied.RiverCenter businesses have reported successfully securing PPP monies from these local banks: Chase, Investors Bank, TD Bank, OceanFirst, PNC Bank, Santander, Two River Community Bank, Wells Fargo. If you applied to multiple banks

NJSBDC at Brookdale CC CoVid-19 Updates: 5/13/2020

  LATEST PPP NEWS Over $100 Billion in Paycheck Protection Program Funds Are Still Available. If You are Self-Employed With No Employees, You Still Qualify for a PPP Loan. Don't Miss this Opportunity, if you have not yet applied.  Application Form Find the list of approved SBA PPP lenders here.Lenders by State   We are aware that many business applied to multiple banks for PPP loans. Once you have received funding from a bank, please cancel any outstanding PPP applications you may have in process with

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/13/2020

May 13, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Gov. Murphy suggests reopening will be done statewide, not regionally. N.J. plans to double the amount of COVID-19 testing, and double the number of people tracing cases. Small business PPP loans are still available — N.J. companies are getting more of them.   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Reopening the Economy - New Jersey’s timeline to

SCORE Closing the Gap: 5/13/2020

Closing the GapHow to Exit your Business in StylePresented by Ian KanskyFridayJune 5, 20203:00 PM - 4:00 PM FREE Register Here    Hosted by Monmouth SCOREJoin Monmouth SCORE and Ian Kansky of Strategies for Wealth, Exit Planning to learn how to close the gap between what your business is worth today, and what it must be worth for you to exit in style. Your business is your future, do you know what you need when you chose to exit your business.  SCORE, America’s premier source of free, confidential

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/12/2020

May 12, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Gov. Murphy says "hard dates" coming soon for reopening. New Jersey is hiring an army of contact tracers. College administrators are coming to terms with the future of higher education.   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  The Road Back - New Jersey residents could soon get "hard dates" on when the state will begin to reopen, Gov. Phil Murphy

Lunch Break Life Skills Press Release: 5/5/2020

Amanda’s New HomeLunch Break Life Skills Center Finds Housing  For Family  Just a few months ago, Amanda and her three children were homeless. She had nowhere to turn, and without a job, transportation or housing, she was in a desperate situation. Then Lunch Break stepped in. Now, with the help of her coach and the Life Skills Center employment coaching program and its partnerships, Amanda is employed at a physician’s office, is driving a used car, has the keys to an apartment with some furnishings and

Salt Creek Grille Takeout Starting: 5/6/2020

SCORE Monmouth Circle of Women Mentors: 5/11/2020

Circle of Women Mentors May 14th CallThe women Mentors of SCORE NJ will continue to host a weekly webinar to offer Advice, Support, and Direction to Women Business Owners in New Jersey.This FREE Webinar scheduled for Thursday, May 14th at 10:00 AM will give Women Business Owners around NJ the opportunity to ask questions of the SCORE Mentors, share experiences with other Women Business Owners and provide a platform for support, purposeful, and proactive outreach across the state for the woman business

SCORE Hosts Senator Vin Gopal: 5/11/2020

Monmouth SCOREHosts Senator Vin GopalFridayMay 15, 20203:00 PM - 4:00 PM FREERegister HerePlease join in for our weekly webinar seriesJoin Monmouth Score in our Friday webinar series as we proudly host Senator Vin Gopal. Vin Gopal is a lifelong resident of Monmouth County, born at Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune and raised in Freehold. He is a proud to be a small-business owner, having built his business from the ground up, now with 14 employees. Vin is also the Founder and President of a 501c(3)

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/11/2020

May 11, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Charting a 'restart' for the economy. Testing more people without symptoms. Food banks feel pressure.An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Charting a Restart - New Jersey Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Tom Bracken and 15 members of the New Jersey Chamber’s Board of Directors, including Board Chair Linda Bowden, are among the business leaders

Lunch Break ''Artists Open Hearts'': 5/11/2020

For Immediate Release   Local Artists Sponsoring “Artists Open Hearts for Lunch Break” fundraiser Through May 17th   In a compassionate effort to promote goodwill among the arts community and help feed hundreds of community members in need, 35 artists are sponsoring an online mixed-media art auction, "Artists Open Hearts for Lunch Break,” now through 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 17th.  These artists have generously donated 75 paintings, prints, photographs, and sculpture for this one-of-a-kind auction to

NJCC Webinar Replay with State Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin: 5/11/2020

NJ Chamber Webinar Replay AvailableState Assembly Speaker Craig CoughlinSee  May 6th's N.J. Chamber of Commerce and NJBIA virtual town hall where Speaker Coughlin shared his views on issues affecting New Jersey businesses including the latest on the COVID-19 crisis followed by a Q&A session.Click here to watch the webinar 

YMCA Thank you Thursday: 5/7/2020

THANK YOULet's TACO-bout how awesome you are! We could make another Cinco de Mayo joke (and we might, keep reading!), but we really want to give you a big, heartfelt THANK YOU for making #GivingTuesdayNow a success! Because of you, the $6,378 that was raised will go right back into our community as the Y continues to serve our neighbors in need. Your gift to the Y means essential workers can perform their job knowing their children are safe at the Y's emergency childcare. It means seniors have someone to

NJBIA Virtual Event: The Impact of COVID-19 on Wage and Hour Issues 5/11/2020

View in your browserNJBIA Upcoming EventThe Impact of COVID-19 on Wage and Hour Issues (Virtual Event)May 12   |    Free HR Webinar   |   9:00 am - 10:30 amDue to the global pandemic there are a multitude of new wage and hour issues that could lead to problems and misunderstandings for employers. Join us for this free HR webinar with leading attorneys Marianne C. Tolomeo, Esq. of Connell Foley, and Susan S. Hodges, Esq. of Parker McCay who will discuss:Emergency Sick Leave and the Emergency Family Leave

SCORE's Chris Carlsson's Weekly Update on SBA Funding and COVID-19 5/11/2020

SCORE's Chris Carlsson's Weekly Update on SBA Funding and COVID-19    We will be having a weekly Wednesday Webinar with update’s on SBA Funding form Chris Carlsson.  You are invited to a Monmouth SCORE webinar. When: May 13th, 2020 04:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: SCORE's Chris Carlsson's Weekly Update on SBA Funding and COVID-19  Register in advance for this webinar: https://score.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w9lOEUP3SlyQUtd7ZaUXVA   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email

NJBIA Upcoming Events: 5/11/2020

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NJ Chamber News: 5/11/2020

May 11, 2020N.J. Chamber President Tom Bracken, Board Chair Linda Bowden and 14 Other N.J. Chamber Board Members Are Named to Governor Murphy’s Restart and Recovery Advisory Council   New Jersey Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Tom Bracken and 15 members of the NJ Chamber’s Board of Directors, including Board Chair Linda Bowden, were among the business leaders named on Friday to serve on Gov. Phil Murphy’s Restart and Recovery Advisory Council. Bracken and the 15 Board members will serve on six of

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/8/2020

May 8, 2020Today's News for New Jersey BusinessBeaches and boardwalks in the coronavirus era. Where have the small business loans gone? Health care workers are heroes, but what about death care workers?   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Summer in the Coronavirus Era - With Memorial Day — the unofficial start of summer — only 18 days away, Gov. Phil Murphy said last night he expects New

TEquipment Elevated Body Temp. Screening Solutions: 5/7/2020

View Entire Message in Browser   Elevated Body Temperature Screening SolutionsLEARN MORE    Group, line or single person screening system FOTRIC 226B Scan groups or one at a time with AI-driven facial detection technology.A Built-in Facial detection module that automatically recognizes people as they enter its field of view with a range of over 10 feet.★★★★★ (5.0)$4,499.00 - IN STOCK!  LEARN MORE    Single person screening system RICHTECH AATSS Single person

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/6/2020

May 6, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Coronavirus-related hospitalizations are down. State won't have to return $2.4 billion in federal aid. Businesses need access to cash and safety guidelines.   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Numbers are Looking Better - Hospitalizations related to the coronavirus in New Jersey — a figure officials say is a key to how quickly the state reopens —

Monmouth DayCare Center #Giving Tuesday: 5/5/2020

View this message in your browser#GivingTuesdayNow is an opportunity for people around the world to stand together in unity - to use their individual power of generosity to remain connected and heal.DONATE TO MONMOUTH DAY CARE NOW   First of all, we would like to thank you for supporting Monmouth Day Care Center.  Your well wishes and generosity during these uncertain times have been so greatly appreciated. Right now, Monmouth Day Care Center's doors are closed.  We are taking this time to carefully plan

Lunch Break: 5/5/2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LUNCH BREAK RELAUNCHES FOODSTOCK-UP 2020 FOR OPERATION GEAR-UP  Hunger doesn’t social distance. In response to an increase in demand for food during the COVID-19 pandemic, Lunch Break, a non-profit organization providing food, clothing, life skills and fellowship to greater Monmouth County, is relaunching its FOODSTOCK-UP 2020 food and fund-raiser to help replenish pantry shelves for Operation Gear-Up: We Will Not Miss A Meal. More families are depending on Lunch Break during this

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/5/2020

May 5, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:What's next for schools? Gov. Murphy says a state budget disaster is weeks away. When the state tests people without symptoms, who will be first?   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  What's Next for Schools? - Schools are closed for the year. But there are still questions. What will happen with graduations? How will students be moved ahead? How is

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/4/2020

May 4, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:New Jersey teams with six other states to buy medical equipment and tests. Some hospital emergency rooms have suddenly 'gone quiet.' A legendary Jersey Shore nightclub won't open this summer.   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Teaming Up - New Jersey is joining six other states to develop a regional strategy to acquire personal protective gear,

YMCA Giving Tuesday: 5/4/2020

HERE FOR ALL. HERE FOR GOOD.We could all use something to look forward to these days. So here are 3 reasons for you to look forward to next Tuesday:  1. Taco Tuesday! - Tacos are comfort food! 2. Cinco de Mayo! - See #1 above... 3. #GivingTuesdayNow!  #GivingTuesdayNow is a global day of giving for individuals and organizations to join together in support of communities and nonprofits around the world.   Join us on Tuesday, May 5th for #GivingTuesdayNow by giving to the Y's Crisis Response Efforts. Through

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore: 5/4/2020

Community UpdateApart but ConnectedDear Friends, Our doors may be closed due to the coronavirus epidemic, but Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore has never felt more connected to our community. We miss seeing everyone in person, but we are grateful for all the ways we are coming together to continue to make a positive impact for our girls and our community here on the Jersey Shore. Our new Cookie Relief Fund is going strong. More than 70,000 boxes of cookies have been donated by our community to share with

Passport Health Antibody Testing: 5/4/2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Paul O’Neil, Director of Sales and Marketing Company: Passport Health-Travel Medicine of New Jersey Phone: (732) 539-0161 Email: poneil@passporthealthnj.com Web: www.passporthealthnj.comPASSPORT HEALTH EXPANDS COVID 19 TESTING CAPABILITIES TO INCLUDE ANTIBODY TESTING(SHREWSBURY, NJ MAY 4, 2020)--Passport Health has added COVID19 antibody testing to the list of their COVID19 capabilities. In addition to this test, Passport Health offers on-site COVID 19 symptom

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 5/1/2020

May 1, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Another federal business loan program is coming - offering $500,000 loans. More COVID-19 tests are on their way. NJ Transit rolls out longer buses.   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  More Money for Businesses is Coming - Yesterday, the Federal Reserve released guidelines for its soon-to-open Main Street Lending Program that will offer four-year

NJCC Update on State Officials' Coronavirus Business Briefing: 5/1/2020

Dear Chamber Colleagues:   On today’s call with the Governor’s Office, the NJEDA and the Dept. of Labor, the following was discussed.  The Governor’s office said they hope to announce the additional stakeholders for the Governor’s Advisory Commission next Tuesday.   As the state looks to reopen, they are looking for any thoughts on: riding bus or rail, what shopping environments work and how, what has worked or not worked during quarantine. (Some of this feedback may have already been provided to us,

Rotary Challenge: 5/1/2020

Dear Rotarians,  I hope this message finds you and your loved ones well. I'm pleased to announce additional details of the recent districtwide "Rotary Challenge" service project in partnership with the three (3) major food banks including: Food Bank of South Jersey, Community FoodBank of New Jersey, and Fulfill.  The attached PDF (here) includes a profile of each food bank, which details communities served and services provided.   I am inspired by the good work being done by many clubs around the

NJBIA Member Link Connections: 4/30/2020

The NJBIA Member Link community just got a whole lot bigger. In response to COVID-19, we have opened our Member Link community up to all businesses across New Jersey as an additional resource to help get your questions answered.* With over 6,000 fellow employers in the Member Link community, this is a great resource to network and get input from fellow business operators. We hope you take advantage of this platform. You do not need to be a member of NJBIA to access the community, but you will need to create

NJCC Coronavirus Update: 4/30/2020

April 30, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:Unemployment claims exceed 1 million in New Jersey. Gov. Murphy meets with Trump at White House. The new rules for parks and golf courses.An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  Breaking News - The number of unemployment claims for the year has exceeded 1 million, a 524 percent jump from a year ago, the state Labor Department announced this morning.

Free Brookdale Online Classes: 4/30/2020

Thank you to our EMACC Member Trinity Worldwide Technologies for helping another member, Brookdale Community College, get the word out!Good Afternoon,  Trinity Worldwide Technologies would like to announce that Brookdale Community College is currently offering free online classes for those who qualify.  Throughout the month of May you can take advantage of these free offerings online using Zoom.  Brookdale has scheduled six timely topics for you to help you through these uncertain times in the best way

NJCC Coronavirus Update 4/29/2020

April 29, 2020 Today's News for New Jersey Business"Astonishing" number of asymptomatic staff and residents in long-term care facilities tested positive for COVID-19. Gov. Murphy's reopening commission begins work immediately. Pushing back property tax payments.   An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.  In Pilot Testing Program, an "Astonishing" Number of Asymptomatic Staff and Residents in

NJCC Update on State Officials' Coronavirus Business Briefing: 4/29/2020

Dear Chamber Colleagues:   On today’s call with the Governor’s Office, the NJEDA and the Dept. of Labor, the following was discussed.  NJEDA The agency is continuing to review the applications for their programs, and the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are up and running.   The EDA is now thinking about how to go from emergency support to recovery support.    NJ Department of Labor The Governor and the Department will be announcing that they will officially be processing

NJBIA: 4/29/2020

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NJCC Webinar with State General Assembly Speaker: 4/29/2020

WEBINARFeaturing State General Assembly Speaker Craig CoughlinWednesday, May 6 at 9:00 amJoin the NJ Chamber of Commerce and NJBIA for a virtual town hall with State Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin. Speaker Coughlin will share his views on issues affecting New Jersey businesses including the latest on the COVID-19 crisis. A Q&A session will follow the main presentation.REGISTER NOW

Red Bank Date Night In! Mother's Day orders!: 4/29/2020

Red Bank Date Night is still possible & Feeding first responders in the Two River Area   Don't be stuck in a rut -Red Bank can still be your go-to Date Night place! How about curbside pick-up of food, an adult beverage, flowers, and something for your at home date ambiance? There are three choices for this week: Hometown Date Night In - All things Red Bank Selection of chocolates from Red Bank Chocolate Shoppe, 4-pack of Quentin Quarentino Pale Ale from Red Tank Brewing, seasonal flowers from Craig

Lunch Break Everyday Hero: 4/29/2020

EVERYDAY HERO & “JERSEY 4 JERSEY” TV STAR WALLY WOODS   Wallace or “Wally,” as he is affectionally called, is our “boots-on-the-ground” maintenance supervisor. Among staff on Lunch Break’s front lines, he’s the face behind the wheel of the Lunch Break truck, stopping all over the county to pick up food and donations. Wally never skips a beat. He keeps our facility in safe and secure order and ensures that all pickups and drop-offs run smoothly. You just know that when Wally’s around, everything is going

Theo Announces Everything Must Go Sale: 4/29/2020

Below please see a list of items which some of the EMACC members might be interested in. If they would like to know more about individual items i.e. photographs, specifications and pricing then they can email me at alexander@theoclothier.com. Everything must go ASAP! All offers will be considered. Leather bench cream tufted chrome legs 49.5 L x 18.8 W x 15 HRug 5.3 x 7.7 Modern Grey Oriental 100% low pile high-density viscoseRug 4 x 6 Modern Grey Oriental low pile unknown (no label)Pharmacy display cabinet

SCORE NJ Women Mentors Circle: 4/28/2020

Circle of Women Mentors April 30th CallThe women Mentors of SCORE NJ will continue to host a weekly webinar to offer Advice, Support, and Direction to Women Business Owners in New Jersey.    This FREE Webinar scheduled for Thursday, April 30th at 11:00 AM - 12:00 pm will give Women Business Owners around NJ the opportunity to ask questions of the SCORE Mentors, share experiences with other Women Business Owners and provide a platform for support, purposeful, and proactive outreach across the state for the

NJCC Webinar Replay : 4/28/2020

Replay AvailableU.S. Chamber of Commerce Chief Policy Officer Explains Federal Relief ProgramsN.J. Chamber of Commerce webinar with Neil Bradley, Executive Director and Chief Policy Officer of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. He discusses federal relief programs, outlines what the return to work will look like and answers questions submitted by participants. Click here to watch the webinar Download the presentation materials

NJBIA Upcoming Events: 4/28/2020

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NJCC Coronavirus Update: 4/28/2020

April 28, 2020Today's News for New Jersey Business:The plan for reopening New Jersey could take weeks. Memorial Day is one target. Small businesses need more help.An intelligence briefing for N.J. Chamber of Commerce members on how coronavirus is impacting your business, the economy and health in New Jersey.   The Six-Point Plan to Reopening - Gov. Murphy’s plan to lift restrictions on New Jersey businesses and public spaces doesn't have a timeline. It seeks a two-week decline in COVID-19 cases, and

NJSBDC Recap for Week Ending 4/24: 4/28/2020

NJSBDC at Brookdale Community College Week Ending 4/24/2020 Recap of Covid-19 Program UpdatesEveryday brings changes to the federal and state programs trying to help small businesses in New Jersey. This is our effort to keep you up to date with the most important ones this week.Today, President Trump signed legislation to replenish the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL). A statement from the SBA encouraged all approved lenders to process loan applications

News Release: 4/28/2020

NJBIZ Presents:Connecting While Disconnected: From a LinkedIn Strategist Join a webinar May 5th at 11am to learn more about utilizing your LinkedIn network to grow your business with Karen Yankovich, CEO of Uplevel Media, and host of the popular podcast “Good Girls Get Rich” will discuss: Why now’s the time to build the network of your dreams Being intentional in your connection requests Get to know your existing connections How to fully utilize LinkedIn Sales Navigator And moreREGISTER HERE

Monmouth Medical Center News

News from Monmouth Medical Center Long Branch, New Jersey April 28, 2020 The team at Monmouth Medical Center continues to do amazing work caring for our community. The acts of compassion and teamwork that we are all seeing each day reinforces our message that they are all heroes.Thank you again for all your thoughtful messages and donations to the staff. The following is an overview of current conditions at Monmouth Medical Center:    To date we have provided care to 440 patients who have tested

Take Out in Monmouth: 4/13/2020

Takeout in Monmouthhttps://co.monmouth.nj.us/page.aspx?ID=5029As liaison to the Monmouth County Divisions of Economic Development and Tourism, and on behalf of the Freeholder Deputy Director Kiley, Freeholder Burry, Freeholder Impreveduto and Freeholder DiRocco, I want to share with you this initiative we have been working on to show our support for our business community during this difficult and unprecedented time.  To help keep our food and restaurant industry open during this time, we are preparing a

EMACC Update: 4/7/2020

What EMACC is doing now! http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=076b9d7d-90aa-4ad0-9f35-3e9f7a3eb7f4&preview=true&m=1102162493913&id=preview

Resources

Thank you to Red Bank RiverCenter for providing a "ONE-STOP-SHOP" for all of the current and up to date information RESOURCES:   NJ Business Resources - https://faq.business.nj.gov/en/collections/2198378-information-for-nj-businesses-on-the-coronavirus-outbreakNJ Dept of Labor - https://www.nj.gov/labor/NJEDA - https://www.njeda.com/Small Business Administration (SBA) - Coronavirus website https://www.sba.gov/page/guidance-businesses-employers-plan-respond-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19​Sign up for Red