HIA-LI Reporter Newspaper - August 2023

VOLUME 42 • ISSUE 6 • AUGUST 2023

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September 2023 HIA-LI UPCOMING EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH, 9:00AM-10:30AM Social Responsibility Committee Meeting

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keepingcurrent New York State Moves to Ban Employee Non-Compete Agreements

By The Harris Beach Labor and Employment Law Group Contact: Thomas M. McNally Partner, Harris Beach PLLC (516) 880-8484 www.harrisbeach.com New York inched closer to fully banning non-compete agreements on June 20, 2023, with the Legislature approving a bill banning their use in the future. The bill will soon be sent to Governor Kathy Hochul, who is expected to sign the measure into law.

New Section in Labor Law Will Prohibit NonCompete Agreements The bill, Bill 3100, creates a new section in the New York State Labor Law (Section 191-d) prohibiting employers and employees from entering into noncompete agreements after the bill is signed and goes into effect.

Critically, the measure does not impact existing noncompete agreements. The amendment goes into effect 30 days after Governor Hochul signs the measure; at that point, employers and workers will be prohibited from entering non-compete agreements.

The new law will give employees bound by a noncompete the right to sue in state court. In turn, the law empowers courts to:

• void any contractual clause that functions as a noncompete, • award damages for lost compensation, • award liquidated damages of up to $10,000, and • award employee’s attorneys’ fees.

“trade secrets,” confidential information, or “proprietary client” information; and • contracts or agreements that prohibit solicitation of the employer’s clients and customers, if the worker learned of the clients through their employment.

Law Limited to “Non-Compete” Agreements

Importantly however: the new law cautions that the above clauses can still be deemed unlawful if they would “otherwise restrict competition” in violation of the new law.

The law is ostensibly limited to pure “non-compete agreements,” which are defined as any agreement or contractual clause between an employer and worker that “prohibits or restricts” the worker “from obtaining employment after the conclusion of [their] employment with the employer.”

Notably, the law does not limit its scope to “employees,” and instead expands its reach to any “covered individual” that is “in a position of economic dependence on” their “employer.” In other words, the law’s prohibition on non-compete agreements is not limited to the traditional employee-employer framework, and could theoretically apply to other working arrangements.

Other Clauses Are Still Permissible Further, the amendment clarifies it is not intended to prohibit several other clauses commonly found in employment agreements. The law states it does not prohibit:

Next Steps As mentioned above, Governor Kathy Hochul is expected to sign Bill 3100. If signed, the law will go into effect 30 days later and will invalidate employers’ ability to enter into new non-compete agreements at that point.

The amendment constitutes a momentous change in New York’s labor, employment, and commercial law.

The law is rife with opportunity for disagreement and interpretation, and will almost certainly trigger litigation.

Businesses utilizing non-compete agreements should review their practices with experienced Labor & Employment counsel. Even if non-compete agreements are invalidated, other strategies can help protect businesses’ proprietary information and their investment in talent.

• contracts or agreements for a “fixed term” of service; • contracts or agreements prohibiting disclosure of

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LETTER FROM THE HIA-LI PRESIDENT & CEO Join us for HIA-LI’s 29th Annual Business Achievement Awards honoring outstanding Long Island companies on Thursday, September 21st, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at the Crest Hollow Country Club.

The outstanding firms below will be honored and have distinguished themselves in the Long Island Business Community in the areas of growth, leadership, and commitment to our region.

MEET THE FINALISTS LARGE BUSINESS FINALISTS: Bus Patrol Cameron Engineering Citrin Cooperman Contract Pharmacal Corp.

Suffolk OTB SMALL BUSINESS FINALISTS: Amplitech Group Environmental Consultants LGC Studios Premier Benefits Plans Sasserath & Co. NOT-FOR-PROFIT FINALISTS: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk Family Service League Marty Lyons Foundation Nassau Suffolk Law Services LEADERSHIP AWARD: JPMorgan Chase ROOKIE OF THE YEAR: Native Ceuticals

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The HIA-LI hosted a packed out meeting our New & Prospective Members! Attendees got a chance to hear directly from our staff, committee co-chairs and active members on the benefits of joining including networking opportunities, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives. Thank you to our sponsors People’s Alliance Federal Credit Union and our breakfast sponsor, The Board Room Cafe & Eatery.

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COMMITTEE CORNER

Our committee co-chairs met to discuss their upcoming plans for the 4th quarter. During this meeting we strategized ways to engage our members through valuable programming. A special thank you to our Tech 4 Business Co-Chair Anthony Lucidi for presenting to the group. We can’t wait for you all to see what they have in store for the 4th quarter!

COMMITTEE CORNER

The HIA-LI Human Resource Committee was presented by John and Mark X. Cronin, the founders of John’s Crazy Socks. They shared their journey to where they are today (the largest sock company!) and emphasized the significance of employing individuals with disabilities. They also highlighted the remarkable positive influence hiring such individuals can bring to a company. We also received a “mini” legal update from Alyson Mathews with Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC. Thank you to all who joined us!

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The HIA-LI’s Manufacturing/International Trade Committee met at Designatronics where CEO Robert Kufner showcased their products and discussed innovative practices they have implemented. We also heard from college interns who stressed the importance of connecting students with the workforce. Stony Brooks University’s MEP (MTRC) also highlighted valuable programs and resources available for manufacturers.

GOLD EVENT

The HIA-LI held its Gold Membership Meeting with the Marty Lyons Foundation. We would like to thank Marty Lyons, Former New York Jets Lineman and Founder of the Marty Lyons Foundation for discussing his extensive charitable work across the region while raising over $43 million through his organization. Thank you to SUNation Energy CEO & Founder and HIA-LI Board Member Scott Maskin for hosting this month’s special meeting and to all our attendees and members who could attend.

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processes, implement best practices, and reduce costs. What I have found to be the biggest mistake made in most organizations is doing it from the top down.

To be successful at transformation and change you need the support of senior management, but you also need to utilize a bottom-up approach. It is very important to include people doing work at all levels. Using a bottom-up approach includes people who can identify where the waste is as well as My name is Scott Meyers and over my often having great ideas on how to improve career, which spans more than 35 years, the way things are done. The ability to gain I have worked at all levels in finance and their trust and allow them to speak freely is the operations, working for startups up to large biggest hurdle. People are often hesitant and public companies. guarded about sharing their ideas because it could be looked down upon by management Of the many positions and areas of expertise as questioning their integrity. Once you get and skills I have developed over the years, the them to open up, they can be your biggest one I have enjoyed the most has been leading change champions within the organization. transformation and change across functional departments and the whole enterprise. This I have found that using lean methodology, is also one of the most difficult skills to refine continuous improvement, and not trying as transformation and change is often met to change everything at once is the best with skepticism and resistance. strategy. Working toward a couple of small successes to start, show that it is possible.

To transform and change a company involves By celebrating those successes and building working with cross-functional teams to on that momentum, that success will continue execute key strategic initiatives, enhance to grow and more people will jump on the

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LIBN 30 UNDER 30 AWARDS

This month, The HIA-LI was proud to congratulate Halle Grossman as an award recipient at the 30 under 30 Awards hosted by Long Island Business News! Halle has been an exceptional asset in how our organization has been able to grow and flourish in continuing its support of the Long Island community. Congratulations Halle and to all additional award winners at this year’s ceremony!

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2023 Editorial Calendar January 2023: 2022 Long Island Forecast Industry List: Financial Services & Insurance Companies Ad Deadline: Friday, Jan. 6th February 2023: The Economic Forecast for Long Island Business Industry List: Accounting, Banks & credit Unions Ad Deadline: Friday, Feb. 3rd March 2023: Long Island Tradable Sectors Industry Industry List: Manufacturing & Distribution Ad Deadline: Friday, March 3rd

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April 2023: Doing Business In The Long Island Innovation Park Industry List: Manufacturing & Distribution Ad Deadline: Friday, April 7th May 2023: Doing Business At The Largest B2B Trade Show Industry List: Law/Legal Services & Consulting Services Ad Deadline: Friday, May 5th

June & July 2023: What to do on Long Island, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Annual Golf Outing Industry List: Educational, Institutions, Staffing, Workforce Development, Event Planning, Hospitality, Restaurants Ad Deadline: Friday, July 7th August 2023: Innovative Trends in Technology Industry List: Info Services & IT Services Ad Deadline: Friday, August 4th September 2023: Honoring Long Island Business Excellence Industry List: Not-for-Profit, Health & Wellness Ad Deadline: Friday, Sept. 1st October 2023: The Future of Energy Industry List: Energy, Environmental & Engineering Ad Deadline: Friday, October 6th November / December 2023: Women in Leadership on LI, HIA-LI 45th Anniversary Industry List: Advertising Agencies, Marketing & PR Firms Ad Deadline: Friday, Dec. 1st

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2023 MAJOR EVENTS Honoring distinguished Long Island executives & business leaders [ ]January 13 [ ]February 15 [ ]March 21 [ ]April 18 [ ]June 8 [ ]July 17 [ ]September 21 [ ]October 13 [ ]October 27 [ ]November 15 [ ]December 14

HIA-LI 45th Annual Meeting & Legislative Program -Radisson, Hauppauge HIA-LI 29th Annual LI Economic Summit -Hamlet Golf & Country Club, Commack HIA-LI Economic Development in the Town of Islip - LI MacArthur Airport HIA-LI WHy Do Business in the Largest Innovation Park in the Northeast - Amplitech Group HIA-LI Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program - LGBT Network HIA-LI 44th Annual Golf Outing - Nissequoge Golf Club, St James HIA-LI 29th Annual Business Achievement Awards Gala - Crest Hollow, Woodbury Workforce Development Conference & Young Professional Scholarship Program -Farmingdale College HIA-LI 15th Annual Energy & Environmental Update - Suffolk County Water Authority HIA-LI 13th Annual Women's Leadership Conference - Hilton Long Island, Melville HIA-LI 45th Anniversary Celebration - Stonebridge Country Club

INDUSTRY SERIES / LEADERSHIP EXECUTIVE PROGRAMMING Complimentary educational programming highlighting specific industries/executives [ ]April 11 - Emerging Industries Series Part 1: Cannabis [ ]October 10 - Industry Series: Featuring Citrin Cooperman M&D Survey [ ]October 12 - Industry Series: Featuring Grassi Construction Survey [ ]October 25 - Family Owned Business Panel

35th ANNUAL BUSINESS TRADE SHOW & CONFERENCE Long Island's largest B2B Trade Show - make connections & close deals at one conference! [ ] May 10

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B2B MARKETING STRATEGIES, LLC (631) 478-2740 LAURI A. CHRISTIANSEN

PATALAN 650 MECHANICAL CORP (631) 957-0844 JERRY SEARS

BENNINGTON BROOKSTONE INC. 631.805.2247 MICHAEL ZAKRZEWSKI

SMM (631) 265-5160 TRICIA FOLIERO

CLEAR-VU LIGHTING (516) 941-3737 NICHOLAS RUSSO CONNECTONE BANK 718-313-0065 JOHN VICEDOMINI

STANDARD FIRE PROTECTION LLC (917) 587-6455 FRANK LENTSCH

GIBSON ENGINEERING CO. (781) 769-3600 DANIEL DIMODUGNO

SUMMIT PEOPLE PARTNERS LLC (516) 982-9951 COLLEEN COOKE

HEMPSTEAD WORKS (516) 485-5000 TERIA CUNNINGHAM

THE RESOLVER GROUP (631) 348-6737 JASON TATLEMAN

HUNTER BUSINESS SCHOOL (631) 736-7360 ALYSHA RICHARDSON

THE RETREAT (631) 329-4398 LISA GARZONA

LONG ISLAND NETS (631) 742-4428 GRIFFIN TIRIOLO

NY LABEL & BOX (631) 234-7207 CHRIS FREDDO

THIS IS LONG ISLAND MEDIA 6318823317 TREVOR JACKSON UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE (516) 423-4324 MIKE MANNIX

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MERRILL LYNCH (631) 361-3281 ADAM WOOD Through a unique partnership with the Miller Business Center, HIA-LI members receive access to extensive and specialized business resources as well as personalized business research and reference assistance. For more information, please contact Anthony Forgione at aforgione@hia-li.org.

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INDUSTRY LISTS INNOVATION TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY

SIGNALBASE

INNOVATION TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY

Chris Petrocelli (631) 361-4381 | chris@signalbase.com

2M TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

SOURCEPASS

Manny Morales (631) 231-3255 | mmorales@2mtech.com

William Collins (877) 678-8080 | jnolan@sourcepass.com

ALLIED RISK MANAGEMENT

STETSON CYBERGROUP

Kerry Madden (516) 992-3432 | admin@alliedriskmanagement.com

Joseph Horowitz (631) 417-3500 | jhorowitz@stetsoncg.com

APPLIED VISIONS, INC

TECHWORKS CONSULTING, INC.

AXE CREATIVES

TELECOM INFRASTRUCTURE CORP

Frank Zinghini (631) 759-3901 | frank.zinghini@avi.com

Christopher Coluccio (631) 285-1527 | info@maketechwork.com

Anthony Catanzaro (631) 858-9210 | acatanzaro@axecreatives.com

Ethan Barnofsky (631) 747-2915 | ebarnofsky@telecom-wiring.com

CENTRAL BUSINESS SYSTEMS

TELL ALL DIGITAL

Michael Chambers (631) 249-1990 | taquilino@centraldigitalsolutions.com

Steve Bookspan (631) 902-2212 | steve@tellalldigital.com

CONVERGE TECHNOLOGY GROUP

TRI-LIFT INC.

Chris Dell’Isola (631) 468-5729 | cdellisola@convergedtechgroup.com

Anthony Agliata (516) 249-4100 | aagliata@triliftinc.net

CROWE LLP

Christine Bongard (646) 231-7201 | christine.bongard@crowe.com

GLOBAL CALIBRATION LLC

Charles Mahoney (631) 750-5663 | cmahoney@globalcal.net

INSTINCT ROBOTICS

Oliver Palnau (631) 644-6878 | Oliver@InstinctRobotics.com

INTELLIGENT CLOUDCARE A DIVISION OF IPS Bob Wild (631) 676-7744 X133 | acastello@ips-yes.com

LI TECH ADVISORS

Anthony Buonaspina (631) 422-0969 | Anthony@litechadvisors.com

LUCIDI TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS L.L.C Anthony Lucidi (631) 487-5120 | alucidi@ltechconsulting.com

NEXXIS, INC.

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Anthony Joseph (631) 247-0770 | ajoseph@mynexxis.com

NST

Diana Santariello (877) 678-8080 | dsantariello@nst-li.com

OMNI BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE SOLUTIONS (“OBIS”) Jacqueline Ann DeStefano-Tangorra (631) 553-2676 | jacqueline@omnibisolutions.com

OZKAR SERVICES

Juan Martinez (631) 761-5667 Ext 5004 | jmartinez@ozkarservices.com

PUPFISH SUSTAINABILITY SOLUTIONS David Faverio (631) 403-1100 | nbrokaw@pupfishusa.com

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Apparel Boss is a leading embroidery and direct to film printing company located in Deer Park, New York. We have been providing high quality custom branded; apparel, uniforms, PPE, event merchandise and more to businesses and organizations all over the world for 35 years.

B2B Marketing Strategies, LLC is a consulting firm that helps organizations content development, demand and lead generation, and sales enablement services. The firm provides fraction CMO services to small and mid-sized businesses on a project or retainer basis. Lauri A Christiansen, MBA, PMP is the owner and President.

We are experts in our field and love to help create the perfect look for your brand. Our family owned and operated business provides personalized service and quality products that you can trust.

Apparel Boss helps fortune 100 & 500, small/medium businesses, government contract orders and everything in between to get noticed and stand out from their competition.

Our company takes pride in our work, and we strive to be your ongoing provider for all of your custom branded merchandise needs.

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Atlantic Group Plans 150 Motor Parkway, Ste. 401 Hauppauge, NY 11788 (631) 439-6819 www.atlanticgroupplans.com

Clear-Vu Lighting 1150 Motor Parkway Central Islip, NY 11722 516-941-3737 www.clearvulighting.com

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In addition, Atlantic Group Plans provides compliance expertise, enrollment services, technology solutions, COBRA administration, wellness programs and NEW this year we have a senior Medicare division.

Atlantic Group Plans is one of the area’s leading employee benefit firms. With over 25 years of experience in the employee benefits industry, we have the knowledge and resources to provide the best practical solutions for your business, bottom line, and employees.

OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE YOUR JOB EASIER

The Long Island Nets are the wholly owned and operated NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets. As a direct affiliate of the NBA franchise, the Long Island Nets provide the organization with an avenue for player and staff development in a consistent environment. The red, white, and blue colors of the Long Island Nets pay homage to the team’s heritage. The New York Nets wore those colors when they played at Nassau Coliseum from 1972-77, winning ABA titles in 1974 and 1976 before joining the NBA for the 1976-77 season. The Long Island Nets have also called Nassau Coliseum home since 2017.

Clear-Vu Lighting’s experience with developing and manufacturing LED fixtures began over 35 years ago in the emergency lighting market as an OEM for multinational lighting companies. Since 2008, Clear-Vu Lighting has been developing products under our own brand name in a state-of-the-art ISO 9001 manufacturing facility located in Long Island, New York.

Clear-Vu Lighting delivers innovative solutions using the most advanced technology for superior lighting quality, performance, and energy efficiency to clients ranging from municipalities, state agencies, and utilities to pharmaceutical manufacturers, large scale construction companies and start-ups alike.

One of our main product lines is our FLEX SLS low voltage temporary construction lighting. Our award-winning system is safer, more energy efficient, cost-effective, and flexible than traditional line voltage temporary lighting. FLEX LED modules are IP66-rated, extremely rugged and durable (can withstand 15’ drop test) and theft-resistant due to the proprietary T-Connectors.

Atlantic Group Plans specializes in group health plans for small and large businesses. In addition, we provide any array of ancillary coverages including dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary benefits. Atlantic Group Plans routinely enhances current offerings and saves our clients 10-20% off their current rates.

We are constantly developing “next practices” that change the game for employers. This is essential for attracting and retaining quality employees. Our consultants utilize an array of strategies and tools for cost containment, employee engagement and business efficiency. We deliver meaningful results and value to our clients, not renewal increases.

Long Island Nets Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum 1255 Hempstead Tpke Uniondale, NY 11553 631-742-4428 https://longisland.gleague.nba.com/

Summit People Partners LLC Human Resources Solutions www.summitpeoplepartnersllc.com Lets.Talk@summitpeoplepartners.com

With over 40 years of experience in HR leadership roles, Summit People Partners is a network of highly experienced HR leaders and professionals well positioned to meet the full scope of your HR needs. We have built our business on a foundation of sound partnerships based on knowledge sharing, collaboration, and lots of win-wins. We are equipped to support start-up and small businesses through scale-up and daily operations as well as maintain and develop existing HR functions in mid-large size

Gibson Engineering Co., Inc Gibson Engineering Co., Inc. is a leading solutions provider for world-class manufacturers of industrial automation products.

We provide solutions that help major corporations increase efficiency. We strive to become an extension of our customers’ engineering groups and create innovative technological solutions that: • Reduce risk • Maximize return on investment (ROI) • Provide ease-of-use • Increase profitability • Give our customers a competitive edge in the marketplace Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, with satellite offices in New Brunswick, NJ and Victor, NY, we have a team of engineering and support staff that deliver “whole company solutions” in several industries in the disciplines of machine control, framing, safeguarding, vision, motion control, data collection and visualization, robotics, and sensors.

For more than eight decades, our company’s core mission has been to solve problems from beginning to end –- to go above and beyond to help clients succeed. Our mission is to be a profitable enterprise by increasing the productivity, competitiveness and profitability of manufacturers who recognize the return on investment we provide. We will: • Provide the highest level of application intelligence at the point of sale.

• Provide knowledge and skills based training through our superior industrial technology curriculum and technical support team.

• Provide leading edge disruptive technologies as they become

NEW MEMBER PROFILES available.

• Provide our customer contact team with the understanding of the value that return on investment thinking brings to our customers.

• Guarantee that in every interaction we will use our honest curiosity to understand our customers needs and apply all of our problem solving skills to satisfy those needs.

One of our main product lines is our FLEX SLS low voltage temporary construction lighting. Our award-winning system is safer, more energy efficient, cost-effective, and flexible than traditional line voltage temporary lighting. FLEX LED modules are IP66-rated, extremely rugged and durable (can withstand 15’ drop test) and theft-resistant due to the proprietary T-Connectors.

hardfacing of machinery anvils; payloader bucket repairs; metal roofing repairs, and many other items and system parts, Patalan 650 Mechanical has performed the following: • Erected many pre-engineered buildings and canopies (Patalan 650 Mechanical manufactures R panels and ZEEs for pre-engineered buildings) • Provided service, on an on-going basis, to repair and maintain the operations of several power plants • Fabricated and repaired silos and hoppers • Fabricated steel parts for Pharmaceutical companies Patalan 650 Mechanical has experienced growth from both repeat and new business. Most of the current business is concentrated in about a 50 mile radius of greater New York and mostly in the recycling and manufacturing business area . Patalan 650 Mechanical has capabilities and expertise to provide Component Integration and has provided this type of service on several occasions.

The enormous strength of Patalan 650 Mechanical lies in its capacity to create complete solutions. We can draw on a team of competent specialists with complementary talents whose experience are perfectly in step with the customer’s needs to form a solution.

New York Label & Box Works 50 Oval Drive Islandia, NY 11749 (800) 257-2300 www.since1878.com Folding Cartons, Labels, and Specialty Packaging

New York Label & Box Works is a full service print packaging company, serving the metropolitan area and beyond. Over the years, our company has evolved to handle the complexities of an ever more sophisticated marketplace, in the Cosmetic, Food, and Vitamin industries. Today, NYLB with our three locations – continues to provide the premier products and services that our customers have always expected. We deliver a complete packaging solution that includes folding cartons, labels, and specialty packaging. We pride ourselves in our unique ability to innovate and provide real world solutions for our partners. We believe in consistent quality, world class service and competitive pricing. We have reimagined printing for the next century. For further information, contact Chris Freddo at 800-257-2300 or visit us online at www.Since1878.com.

SMM Advertising (SMM) SMM Moves Companies Forward SMM Advertising (SMM), a leading Smithtown, NY marketing company since 1985, has earned a reputation for delivering creative and effective marketing strategies that cater to a diverse range of clients from small startups to multinational corporations. SMM helps businesses reach and engage their target audiences, driving brand awareness, customer acquisition, and business growth.

At SMM we strive to know more, bring more and offer more to our clients. We continually modify, adjust and reassess our strategies to ensure the best possible outcome for your company’s success. Strategies that may use our expertise in lead generation, social media marketing, branding, video, media planning and buying, digital marketing, web development, SEO and public relations.

A formidable part of SMM’s success is its Recruitment Marketing Division, dedicated to helping companies attract top talent in an increasingly competitive job market. This division leverages the power of digital marketing and social media platforms to create compelling employer branding campaigns that resonate with potential candidates.

Founded in 1991, Patalan “650” Mechanical provides steel fabrication, installation and repairs of items, equipment and systems. Patalan 650 Mechanical has continued to add trucks, trailers, cranes and other necessary equipment to better serve our customers. About ten years ago Patalan 650 Mechanical moved to a larger location which provided space for the fabrication of larger items.

Aside from the welding, fabrication and installation of steel columns, beams, catwalks, stairs, landings, mezzanines, monorails; installation of bar joist, cranes, smoke stacks,

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The Retreat 13 Goodfriend Dr East Hampton, NY 11937 631-329-4398 24-hour hotline: 631-329-2200 https://allagainstabuse.org/ The Retreat supports survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault, and educates the community on healthy relationships.

Our comprehensive services include a 24-hour multilingual hotline; individual, family, and group counseling; legal assistance; and an 18-bed emergency shelter. All services are provided free of charge.

Through our education programs, children, teens, and adults learn about healthy relationships, communication, and boundaries to stop violence before it begins. Our programs are taught in schools, to healthcare providers, educators, law enforcement, and the general public. All programs are customized to the audience and use age-appropriate materials, violence prevention education.

The Retreat is committed to providing compassionate, empathetic and culturally aware services to all. Interactions are approached with these values in mind, and it is expected that everyone will be treated with compassion, respect and sensitivity during the provision of holistic, inclusive and welcoming services.

Standard Fire Protection LLC 57 Mahan Street West Babylon, NY 11704 212.334.6661 www.standardfireny.com

Standard Fire Protection LLC is a leading fire protection company that has been serving the New York City and Long Island regions since its inception in April 2016. With a passion

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Patalan 650 Mechanical Jerry Sears 1350 Akron Street Copiague, NY 11726 631 957-0844 fax 631 957-0854 jerry@patalan650.com www.patalan650.com

for safety and a commitment to excellence, our company has quickly become a trusted name in the industry.

At Standard Fire Protection, we specialize in a wide range of services, including installation, alterations, and NFPA-25 sprinkler and standpipe inspections, testing, and maintenance.

Our team of highly trained professionals is equipped with the latest technology and industry knowledge to ensure that all fire protection systems are in optimal working condition, providing our clients with peace of mind and a safe environment.

What sets us apart from the competition is our unwavering dedication to customer service. We believe that every client deserves the highest level of attention and care, and we strive to deliver exceptional service with every project we undertake.

Our commitment to responsiveness ensures that we are there when our clients need us the most, regardless of the time or day.

Over the years, our reputation for excellence has earned us the title of being the best in the business. We take great pride in our work and continuously seek ways to improve and stay at the forefront of the fire protection industry. Our team remains up-todate with the latest regulations, codes, and advancements to provide our clients with cutting-edge solutions.

As a company deeply rooted in the values of safety, quality, and integrity, Standard Fire Protection LLC is dedicated to safeguarding lives and properties. We understand the critical role fire protection systems play in preventing disasters and protecting assets, and we are committed to making a positive impact on our community through our services.

Whether it’s designing and installing fire protection systems or conducting inspections and maintenance, our team at Standard Fire Protection is here to serve you with the highest level of professionalism and expertise. Trust us to be your reliable partner in fire protection and safety, and let us help you build a secure and resilient environment for your home or business.

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HEARD AROUND THE ISLAND and Estates APPOINTMENTS, • Alexander Kerzhner, Corporate Law Robert L. Renda, a partner in the firm’s PROMOTIONS, HONORS • Lindsay Mesh Lotito, Banking & Finance Tax Certiorari practice group, was Law appointed Vice Chair of the Condemnation & OTHER HAPPENINGS • Robert L. Renda, Tax Law • Danielle E. Tricolla, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law; Commercial Litigation; Litigation – Labor and Employment and Litigation – Real Estate

The Art League of Long Island is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking initiative, the Youth PRIDE in the Arts | Mentoring & Scholarship Program, generously sponsored by TD Bank. More than just an art program, this transformative venture aims to empower LGBTQ+ youth and allies by providing them with a safe space to explore their identities, amplify their voices, and celebrate their unique contributions to the world of art.

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Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP’s (“FDT”) Chairman and Co-Managing Partner, Jeffrey D. Forchelli, was selected by his peers for inclusion in the 30th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Land Use & Zoning Law. He has been recognized annually since 2018.

FDT partner Gregory S. Lisi was recognized for a fourth consecutive year for his work in Litigation – Labor & Employment. FDT partner Kathleen Deegan Dickson was listed for the second time for her work in Cannabis Law. Special congratulations to the following FDT partners who were listed for the first time: • Joseph P. Asselta, Construction Law • Daniel P. Deegan, Real Estate Law • Keith J. Frank, Employment Law – Management The following FDT partners were included in The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch™ 2024 Edition: • John P. Gordon, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) • Cheryl L. Katz-Erato, Litigation – Trusts

Law and Tax Certiorari Committee. Mr. Renda, a Massapequa, NY resident, earned his J.D. from St. John’s University School of Law and his B.S. from St. John’s University.

Lisa M. Casa, a partner in the firm’s Employment & Labor practice group, was For the first time: appointed Vice Chair of the Labor and • Lisa M. Casa, Commercial Litigation and Employment Law Committee. Ms. Casa, a L a b o r a n d E m p l o y m e n t L a w – Massapequa Park, NY resident, earned Management her J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and • Erik W. Snipas, Land Use & Zoning Law her B.S. and B.A. from The George Washington University.

Louis Bernardi of BritePath attended the Health Rosetta Conference August 7-9 to Gregory S. Lisi, a partner and chair of the present a Case Study and accept a “Rosie firm’s Employment & Labor practice group, Award” on behalf of Oradell Animal was appointed Chair of the Lawyer Hospital. “Rosie” is a national award for Referral Committee and the Nominating health plan excellence presented by Committee. Mr. Lisi, an Oceanside, NY Health Rosetta. Fifty plan sponsors with up resident, earned his J.D. from the to 300,000 members were honored by Georgetown University Law Center and over 700 healthcare and benefits his B.A. from the State University of New professionals, industry experts, and York at Buffalo. thought leaders who gathered to discuss strategies for delivering better care at a Erik W. Snipas, a partner in the firm’s Land lower cost while improving patient Use & Zoning and Industrial Development outcomes.

Agency (IDA) practice groups, was appointed Vice Chair of the Municipal Law Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP (“FDT”) and Land Use Committee. Mr. Snipas, a warmly congratulates the following Lloyd Harbor, NY resident, earned his J.D. attorneys on their Nassau County Bar from St. John’s University School of Law Association (NCBA) Committee and his B.S. from St. John’s University. appointments effective June 1, 2023: Michael A. Berger, an associate in the Gerard R. Luckman, a partner and chair of firm’s Employment & Labor and Veterinary the firm’s Bankruptcy & Corporate practice groups, was appointed CoRestructuring practice group, was Chair of the New Lawyers Committee. Mr. appointed Chair of the Bankruptcy Berger, a Mineola, NY resident, earned his Committee. Mr. Luckman, a Glen Cove, J.D. from the Maurice A. Deane School of NY resident, earned his J.D. from St. Law at Hofstra University and his B.A. John’s University School of Law and his from the University of Pittsburgh.

B.S. from the New York Institute of Technology.

Cheryl L. Katz-Erato, a partner in the firm’s Tax, Trusts, & Estates practice group, was Danielle B. Gatto, a partner in the firm’s appointed Vice Chair of the Surrogate’s Litigation practice group, was appointed Court Estates and Trusts Committee. Ms. Co-Chair of the Commercial Litigation Katz-Erato, a Massapequa, NY resident, Committee. Ms. Gatto, a Dix Hills, NY earned her J.D. from the Maurice A. resident, earned her J.D. from the Maurice Deane School of Law at Hofstra University A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra and her B.A. from Stony Brook University.

University and her B.A. from Tulane University.

On June 23, Ed Smyth, Supervisor, Town of Huntington, was the guest speaker at LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action), which was held at the Candlelight Diner in Commack. During his presentation, he shared his vision for the town. Mr. Smyth spoke about the elevated vacancy rates in Class B and Class C buildings at the Melville Corporate Center.

He noted that the tenants of those buildings are moving into Class A buildings. He said he was concerned about the prevalence of empty buildings in the town because they can be “a magnet for trouble.”

Mark J. Grossman, of Medford, has been elected a board member of the Public Relations Professionals of Long Island. He is the Founder/ Principal of Mark Grossman Public Relations as well as an adjunct professor of Communications at Suffolk County Community College and Nassau Community College where he serves as Department Representative to the Adjunct Faculty Association.

Mayall Reappointed to Committee on Character and Fitness for Second, Tenth, Eleventh and Thirteenth Judicial Districts. une 26, East Meadow -- Jaspreet S.

Mayall (Dix Hills) infhas been reappointed by the Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department, as a member on the Committee on Character and Fitness for the Second, Tenth, Eleventh, and Thirteenth Judicial Districts to serve a fouryear term, commencing August 1, 2023 and expiring July 31, 2027. The Appellate Division, Second Department of the Supreme Court of the State of New York first appointed him in 2007.Mayall is a Partner in our Telecommunications and Bankruptcy Groups.

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Korth Named one of the 2023 Notable Women in Law by Crain. June 20, East Meadow, NY Coop/ Condo Litigation Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP, was named by Crainhonoress are raising the bar of excellence in a range of legal arenas from labor and employment to real estate to intellectual property law. Ms. Korth handles the regulatory and compliance work for residential and commercial developments, and also litigates all aspects of commercial and real estate law, including banking and commercial foreclosure, and handles lending workouts.pre or post-litigation, she was appointed to serve on the Commercial Mediation Panel in Nassau County Supreme Court, Superstorm Sandy/Natural Disaster Mediation Panel in Eastern District of the United States District Court, Alternative Dispute Resolution Panel of the Nassau County Bar Association, and is a member of the ADR Advisory Council of the Nassau County Bar Association.

On August 25, Christine Ponzio, M.S. Ed., will be the guest speaker at LIMBA (Long Island Metro Business Action).

This event will take place at the Winters Center for Autism, located at 92 Mahan Street, West Babylon, starting at 8:30 a.m.

The topic will be “Hire for a Higher Purpose!”.

Ms. Ponzio has worked with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities and their families for more than 35 years. She started her career in 1989 at the Developmental Disabilities Institute’s (DDI) Children’s Residential Program as a Special Educator and became the voice for children who had not yet found theirs. She served as the Director of the Young Autism Program (YAP) and developed countless opportunities for students and families to find great success and created an environment for staff members to excel. She served as the key administrative and clinical leader for the New York Centers for Excellence for children with autism and complex needs. She led the team to target and achieve deliverables related to a new reimbursement methodology; develop a statewide data repository with the potential for predictive analytics; improve assessment, screening and intervention methods; and inform research and create communications platforms for sharing and disseminating information internally and to New York State providers. Today, Ms. Ponzio works with over 20 companies who have embraced a neurodivergent workforce.

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