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BUSINESS REPORT “Now more than ever, we’re connecting Meadowlands businesses with the critical news and resources they need to stay ahead.”
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ver the holiday season and the closing of 2020, I unplugged a bit and I thought deeply about how blessed I am in my life. I am thankful for the love and support of my family (especially my 3-year-old grandson!) and my close friends who are like family in so many ways. Our lockdown during this pandemic has many of us finding appreciation and recognition in little things we previously took for granted. For me, this means walks in the park with my wife, growing my own vegetables, planting flowers to brighten the day and checking off many little projects around the house. All of which I will continue after we emerge from this mess. I also spent some time rereading the Business Reports from and the notes I wrote to the MC membership over the last nine months, which all seem like just a week ago! I could not help but recognize that the theme of my notes – just about all of them –were reminiscent of the core values of the MC, which have long endured our organization. While the pandemic has us all thinking about the “new” normal and the reality to come, I can assure you our core values remain important. Now more than ever! As we begin a new year, I wanted to call attention to these pillars: Membership Success: As our main priority, our membership’s ability to be successful is exactly why we exist as an organization. We strive to provide valuable member benefits, networking, relationship building, professional development and business opportunities. But, in times of crisis, membership success can also be defined as empowering our members with knowledge and encouragement. We stand tall by their side, helping to identify even the slightest light at the end of the tunnel. In leading the way to recovery, we ensure membership success by doing everything in our power to lift as many as we can. Economic Development Advocacy: In times of crisis, we can become distracted by the event itself and lose focus. That has not happened here at the MC! While being a curator of important information to aid in business recovery, the MC leadership and management team have been steadfast in making sure our policy makers remain focused both on relief efforts and also on long term economic development. We must be thinking about our future and define what success looks like 5, 10 and even 20 years from now in 2040! We carry this message every day because all of our success depends on it. Community Catalyst: You have heard me say continuously, “You cannot have true economic development success without improving the 4
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quality of life in our region.” I believe this with all my heart. Being a community catalyst means we engage with local nonprofit organizations to help them be better at operating and advancing awareness of their cause. All our nonprofit entities help to make our communities better, stronger and more compassionate. Engaging local community leaders and incubating ideas and initiatives will make the Meadowlands region not only a great place to work and build a business but also be a great place for families to live and enjoy a terrific quality of life! Organizational Excellence: For the MC to lead by example, we must be on a never-ending quest to be a great business service organization in every aspect of our operations. We must raise the bar each year. That’s why we are re-envisioning and reimagining the future by thinking out of the box, innovating and using the latest technology to deliver the most relevant content and programming to you, our members. I pledge to you we will never stop looking forward and elevating our goals so you can always be proud to be a part of the MC. We are here for you If you are a business still struggling, or you know of someone who is, please do not hesitate to call me or anyone at the MC so we can help guide you to local, county, state and federal resources. There is also an immense amount of talent within the membership that would be willing to help a fellow member with advice and or guidance. Please reach out. From all of us at Team Meadowlands, we wish you prosperity and health for 2021! With a hopeful heart and determined spirit,
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LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Communicating Dissatisfaction Without Demotivating
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ere’s the deal: you have an employee who has been with your organization for several years. He has been pretty competent, but recently his performance isn’t up to par. More specifically, Bob has been late in submitting three out of his last four projects. Further, he only got them done because you kept pressing him. You don’t want to get rid of him because it would be too costly to bring a new employee in and start from scratch. But something has to be done. You want to communicate to Bob that his performance is sub-par, but you don’t want to de-motivate him. Worse, you don’t want him quitting, because he does have value. You need to have a “coaching conversation” that is direct but not contentious. You need to confront the problem without being personally confrontational. Most importantly, you want to improve Bob’s effectiveness. Much of this effort will be about what and how you communicate. Ensure Bob acknowledges the issue: Get Bob to agree that there is some performance problem that exists. Try saying; “Bob, are you aware that you have submitted three important projects in the last month well beyond the agreed upon deadline?” The idea is to not get bOB’s back up against the wall. Provide “neutral feedback.” Instead of saying, “Bob, you’ve submitted three projects in the last month that were late. What’s wrong with you?”, ask if he is aware so he has the opportunity to respond. If he says, “yes,” follow up with; “Why is that, Bob? What exactly is standing in the way of you meeting these deadlines?” You want to get Bob talking. Emphasize the impact Bob’s performance is having on the organization: “Bob, what impact do you think your missing these deadlines is having on Bob in marketing?” If he says, “I don’t really know, I 6
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haven’t thought about it,” make it clear that there are consequences and that he is an important part of the team. “Well, Bob really needed your report to put his marketing plan together for the next quarter. Because he didn’t have it, his plan had lots of holes in it. He really needs you, Bob, to get the job done right.” Try to get Bob to say, “Yeah, I see what you’re saying, it is a problem.” Ask Bob to identify how he will address the issue. “Bob, I appreciate you acknowledging the problem, but we need to agree on how we are going to address it. What are the three most important projects on your plate?” Let him respond and then ask, “When exactly will you have them completed?” Agree on next steps. Once Bob verbalizes the commitment, establish exactly what the follow-up is going to be. Don’t wait for Bob to miss the next deadline. Agree on how he will communicate with you between now and the deadline; “Bob, I’d like you to send me an e-mail by XYZ date and tell me where you are on each project.” Finally, ask Bob, “What else can I do to help you get the job done?” Be responsive and show your appreciation. When Bob sends you the update,
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acknowledge his efforts. If Bob’s update communicates a problem, address it immediately. The goal is to continue to provide immediate direct, candid, yet respectful feedback so you can continue to coach Bob to be an even more valuable member of the team. Steve Adubato, PhD, is the anchor of several programs on PBS stations WNET and NJTV and is the author of five books including his latest, “Lessons in Leadership” and “What Were They Thinking”, which examines crisis communication and leadership during challenging times. Steve’s “Lessons in Leadership” video podcast with co-host Mary Gamba airs Sundays at 10:00 a.m. on News 12+. Log on to www.StandDeliver.com to watch this video podcast, or subscribe to the podcast on Google Play, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Steve also provides executive leadership coaching for a variety of organizations both regionally and nationally. For more information and to find other articles Steve has written on communication and leadership in challenging times, visit www.Stand-Deliver. com
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Active philanthropy and community involvement Teddy is very involved in issues surrounding advocacy for people with Down Syndrome. He and his wife founded the non-profit Marnie’s Mile in honor of their daughter Marnie Grace. He is an avid supporter of the National Down Syndrome Society and serves on its board of directors for the NDSS’s Government and Advocacy Board. He also serves on the board of ChildHelp, Washington, DC Chapter, and is a member of the Foster Care Program, Washington, DC Chapter. For the last two decades, Teddy has been active in the Phoenix community where he volunteers for the Gigi Playhouse 8
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and serves on the board of the Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority, a politically appointed position. You can learn more about Teddy’s legal career and philanthropy on his Scarinci Hollenbeck biography page. Government Strategies Practice The importance of the role that government can play in an industry or with particular businesses within an industry has never been more clearly demonstrated than it has been throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether it was the Payroll Protection Act, laws or executive orders governing retail establishments or protecting intellectual property on the internet, government impacts business and the attorneys of Scarinci Hollenbeck’s Government Strategies Practice group are available to help. The group’s attorneys represent clients in numerous matters involving interaction with governmental entities of any level regularly assist clients in numerous government-related matters including, but not limited to, public policy, energy and environment, budget, defense, healthcare, financial services, transportation & infrastructure, congressional investigations, oversight issues and more. You can learn more about the scope of services offered by heading over to the Scarinci Hollenbeck Government Strategies practice page. With a growing practice of more than 60 experienced attorneys, Scarinci Hollenbeck is a regional alternative to a National 250 law firm. We serve the niche practice areas most often required by institutions, corporations, entities, and the people who own and control them. We offer a full range of services and have developed our business law practice with the expertise and specialization necessary to serve our clients as they adapt to the shifting economic landscape. More information on our firm’s expertise and range of practice can be found on our website: www.sh-law.com.
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carinci Hollenbeck recently appointed Edward “Teddy” Eynon to lead the firm’s new government strategies practice group and manage the firm’s Washington DC office, according to Donald Scarinci, Managing Partner. The firm’s expanded presence in Washington D.C. will help clients in New Jersey in terms of public policy, government relations and international business. “Teddy is an experienced attorney and political strategist with a knack for successfully bridging the gap between politics and business,” stated Mr. Scarinci. “He understands the ins and outs of public policy & government relations, as well as the impact that various laws, policies and regulations may have on your business. We are excited to have him on board to provide our clients with the full spectrum of legal services required at every level of government interaction.” Prior to joining the firm, Teddy served as partner at a prominent Washington, D.C. firm where he focused his practice primarily on public policy and government relations. He served clients from a variety of industries including trade, sanctions, healthcare, financial services, energy & environmental, appropriations, defense and homeland security. In the area of politics and public policy, Teddy has served as Deputy Chief of Staff to U.S. Representative John Shadegg of Arizona, where he gathered hands-on experience and understanding of the legislative process. “I am thrilled to bring my skills and experience over to Scarinci Hollenbeck,” stated Teddy. “The political landscape is constantly evolving, which presents a unique challenge for legal practitioners. However, throughout my career, I have only been inspired by this challenge and I look forward to aligning with the firm during this exciting new chapter.”
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HUMAN RESOURCES & EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
Recruitment in a Post-COVID-19 World
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n a pre-pandemic world, nearly everything was live and in-person, ranging from entertainment to job seeking. But the transformational shift of COVID-19 disruptions has caused technology to largely be the core of access for these previously live processes. Organizations have subsequently altered the way they attract, recruit and retain employees by making remote work and virtual meetings the new normal and adopting new technologies to empower virtual recruiting. Out with the old, in with the new Recruiting systems, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and talent management systems were designed for in-person interaction. Legacy Human Resource Management (HRM) systems are already displaying signs that they’re not able to live up to the newfound challenges the post-world has introduced. Closing the virtual recruiting gap Closing the virtual recruiting gap needs to happen first. For example, many organizations tend to prioritize recruiting the brightest and most skilled college se-
niors through in-person interviews conducted on campus during the winter and spring months. When the pandemic took off and caused schools to close down in mid-March of this year, this was no longer an option for recruiters. Instead, individual Zoom or Skype sessions with candidates as an attempt to keep track of the interviews to the best of their ability with Excel, Google Sheets and email. Furthermore, recruiters are trying to collect for mid-level and senior-level positions under in-creasing pressure from hiring managers. But how can one arrange interviews with the highest quality if they weren’t able to interact on campus beforehand? The answer lies in rapid technolo-gy adoption that facilitates the processes of identifying and interviewing candidates. Using AI technology Recruiting is facing a tough obstacle, but organizations saw this as an opportunity to elaborate, engage and search via online platforms. For example, a platform titled Eightfold.ai. has created and launched Virtual Even Recruiting- a tool
all organizations can utilize to their advantage. Eight-fold.ai. is best known for its Tant Intelligence Platform, the first AI-powered solution and an ex-tremely effective method for companies to identify promising candidates, reach diversity hiring goals, to retain top performers and engage with talent. Look ahead While some companies have temporarily shut down or scaled operations, many others have put hiring needs on hold. Still others have not tuned up their HR processes and programs to keep pace with the impacts of managing a virtual workforce. Now is the time to evaluate hiring and HR practices to adapt to this new environment, ensuring that you’re not only complying with new regulations but also leveraging new tools and technology that can help your company adapt and thrive. Nicole Rozenfeld, a senior at Bergen County Technical High School in Teterboro, is a journalism intern at Meadowlands Media and the Meadowlands Chamber. She can be contacted at nicroz21@bergen.org meadowlandsmedia.com
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Flattening The Mental Health Curve
How employers can help combat the mental toll of COVID-19
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he ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has erupted our world with economic uncertainty, isolation and health scares. And, while we continue the fight to flatten the curve of the virus, one factor must not be forgotten: mental health. According to the Census Bureau, the pandemic has led to an increase in mental health issues for many across the nation and the world. In fact, the CDC released a study, concluding that 50% of Americans experienced depressed moods in May 2020, which was a significant increase from 25% in 2014. With COVID-19 showing no signs of stopping, it is crucial that employers alleviate the mounting stress and support the wellbeing of their employees. Not only do mental health issues hinder an employee’s ability to complete physical job tasks around 20% of the time and decrease cognitive performance about 35% of the time, but it is also essential that workers feel safe and motivated to continue in spite of these adverse times. Ensure mental health coverage is included One step that employers can take to safeguard the epidemic of stress and mental is to ensure their benefits include mental health coverage, which encourages struggling employees to seek and receive help. There’s also a potential return on investment for companies that invest in mental well-being of their employees. As the stigma surrounding mental health slowly lifts and we learn more, the correlation to employee performance cannot be ignored. Mental health is perhaps as important of a factor on workplace productivity as physical health. For example, according to the American Psychiatric Association’s Center for Workplace Mental Health, it is estimated that depression alone costs American businesses over $44 billion USD annually in lost productivity. And this statistic was cultivated prior to COVID-19. So, similar to physical health, it’s 12
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beneficial to the bottom line for companies and employees alike to track and promote mental wellness – especially during the time of this pandemic when it appears employees are more vulnerable. Look into Employee Assistance Programs Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) services connect employees with confidential, professional help and counseling regarding a variety of issues, including but not limited to family, personal and work struggles. It’s critical that the EAP is administered through a third-party vendor to ensure privacy and confidentiality. EAPs can assist employees with pandemic stress without the fear of surrendering anonymity and safety. In fact, quality EAP services can be available with just January 2021
one phone call. Furthermore, EAPs also cover services to alleviate the balance between the workplace and home. These services may include childcare for those attempting to juggle their work with supervising their children attending online classes. Another benefit is financial assistance. During this pandemic, where adults fear unemployment and wage cuts, EAPs are particularly useful in alleviating such stress, especially inside a business. Ultimately, EAPs offer unmatched, quality services and programs that promote mental health. Create a positive environment During this time, where social distancing is encouraged, it may be difficult to interact and connect with employees. Thus, mental health issues are tough to
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spot and combat. When holding meetings over video and online, encourage those to utilize their cameras and microphones if they are willing to do so in order to create face-to-face interactions. This will simulate a physical environment, which fosters not only positive mindsets but also professionalism and greater work flow. Additionally, realize the value of communication. While mental health is a taboo subject, it is important to check up on employees. Speak to them about their home life, ask about their pandemic activities and share your own stories to build relationships past the mere surface. And, while face masks and guards ensure safety, they, unfortunately, hinder the ability to show and see a majority of physical emotion. Therefore, utilizing words and initiating conversations are essential in building stronger connections and promoting positive behavior. Consider virtual support networks If possible, look into forming support networks, both internally and externally 13
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with other businesses. Virtual support networks permit employers to connect, work with and relate to other employers, which can build friendships and teams based on accountability toward improving mental health. Employ digital applications and online resources Currently, there is a myriad of online resources fighting against both the COVID-19 and mental health pandemic. Take, for instance, Happify, a research-backed application with a variety of courses, tools and information to improve the well-being of users. Essentially, Happify provides trainings that include guided meditation, journaling and progress guides created to relieve stress. This app even allows users to connect with others and form communities, which is particularly useful to foster teamwork and collaboration within a business. Other similar apps include Calm and Headspace, both of which provide programs and resources designed to improve mental health by promoting mindfulness and relaxation. These apps also utilize exciting designs and tools January 2021
that are distinctive to merely talking with another person. Perhaps, technological anonymity and modern features will persuade more employees to take care of their wellbeing. Although these apps require subscriptions for some of the programs, investing in them may be valuable, as they provide informative guides with a lighthearted, enjoyable twist. The takeaway COVID-19 has certainly disrupted the daily routine of many employees. With such unpredictability, it is inevitable that stress, anxiety and depression are on the rise. Nevertheless, employers must consider the resources available to them in order to limit as much mental health issues as possible. Ohnyu Che, a journalism intern for Meadowlands Media and the Meadowlands Chamber, is a senior at Bergen County Technical High School in Teterboro where she studies Automotive Engineering and Design. She can be contacted at ohnyuche@gmail.com
RETIREMENT & ESTATE PLANNING
Retirement Tips For The Self-Employed
If you work for yourself, you can make retirement work for you too
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hile self-employed people may not always have the luxury of an employer-matched 401(k) or similar retirement plans, there are some potential perks when it comes to retirement planning. Here are some retirement tips to help the self-employed create a feasible, comfortable future for their golden years after they’ve left the workforce. What’s your number? The first thing to note is that you should be using a retirement calculator or understanding how to calculate your own numbers so you can decide how much you need to be saving each year which will then help to determine your best route. For starters, it is always helpful to start saving early and get into the habit of saving more when possible and less when money is tight. Consider insurance so that you can protect yourself from “financial shocks.” You’ll also want to take advantage of government-sponsored retirement programs when possible and educate yourself about the variety of retirement options that are available to you. 14
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The ‘simplified’ route According to the IRS’s Retirement Plans for Self-Employed People document, updated in 2020, one of the options to save for retirement as a self-employed individual is the Simplified Employee Pension (SEP). With this plan, you can put up as much as 25% of your net earnings from self-employment. However, this does not include contributions for yourself. This plan is completed by filing your form 5305-SEP or an IRS- approved “prototype SEP plan,” which is offered by mutual funds, banks upon other financial institutions. You will then need to formally open an SEP-IRA through a bank or other institution. Your SEP plan needs to be set up no later than the due date of your income tax return. Maybe you can have a 401(k) after all Another possible plan is the 401(k) plan, which the IRS also provides guidance for in its Retirement Plans for Self-Employed People document. This requires making annual salary deferrals up January 2021
to $19,500 in 2020, along with an additional $6,500 in 2020 if you are 50 years of age or older on a pre-tax basis or as designated Roth contributions. You will also need to contribute up to an additional 25% of your net earnings from self-employment for total contributions of $57,000 – and this includes salary deferrals. You should make sure that you adjust your plan to allow access to your account balance using loans and hardship distributions. Match and save There is also the Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE IRA Plan) which allows you to put all of your net earnings from self-employment in the plan, with an additional $3,000 if you are 50 or older along with a 2% fixed contribution or a 3% matching contribution. To create this plan, you will need to complete form 5304-SIMPLE, which is available for use through your selected financial institution where you can also direct your contributions to wherever you wish to setup your account or form 5305-SIMPLE which consists of the company designat-
ing the financial institution for the employee. On the other hand, you can, instead, complete an IRS-approved prototype SIMPLE IRA plan, provided by many mutual funds and banks among others. Along with this, you will need to open a SIMPLE IRA through a bank or other institution. This needs to be done at any time between January 1st through October 1st. Guidance on this plan is also discussed by the IRS’s Retirement Plans for Self-Employed People document. The traditional option If you have not been self-employed for an extensive period, you are leaving a job to go start your own or you are saving less than $6,000 a year, it may be best for you to look into the traditional or Roth IRA. Self-Employed Retirement Plans: Know Your Options document, released by the IRS in 2020, discusses this option and provides guidance for how to get started. You will need to open an IRA and this can
be done at an online brokerage within just a few minutes. This is potentially a wise plan for those who do have employees, or even those who do not. You will need to decide, though, which IRA you want to open. If you are just starting out, the tax treatment of a Roth might be better. Be sure you are eligible for the Roth IRA before deciding upon it because those who do earn too much cannot contribute in this plan. Are you self-employed with no employees? A self-employed person with no employees and a high income who wants to save aggressively for retirement would probably be best to steer toward a Defined Benefit Plan. Guidance for this is also shared by the IRS in its Self-Employed Retirement Plans: Know Your Options document. The contribution limit for this option is based on the benefit you’ll receive at retirement, your age and expected investment returns. If you think applies to you, you can look into a specific defined plan that would
be best suitable for your situation. Explore further and seek advisory These are only some tips on getting started and creating a retirement plan that would best fit your situation. There are many more options provided for many different circumstances so, in order to maximize your retirement potential, it is strongly recommended you explore them further. It is also highly recommended that you engage a financial advisor for retirement who can assist you in establishing a solid plan based on your specific self-employment and financial situation. Brianne Hailey Killeen is a senior at Bergen County Technical High School in Teterboro, New Jersey. She is also a Journalism Intern with the Meadowlands Chamber and Meadowlands Media, where she uses her passion in journalism and writing to articulate helpful, yet significant pieces for the MC’s publications. Brianne can be contacted at brianne_hailey@aol.com
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RETIREMENT & ESTATE PLANNING
Don’t Make These Retirement Mistakes
3 potential retirement planning mistakes to avoid during the COVID-19 pandemic
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any people are obviously worried about the influence this pandemic will have on the world. Most people are brimming with panic to the point where they cannot stand thinking about anything, let alone their retirement. That is why it is pertinent that people know a lot of facts and advice so that they do not make retirement planning mistakes that they will regret in the future. Potential mistake #1: Withdrawal of 401(k) Early on in the pandemic, President Donald Trump passed the CARES Act. This act was intended to help people during the pandemic financially. While people would instinctively want to take advantage of everything in this act now, there still are some details needed to determine how and whether you should use these benefits. The CARES Act lets people take money out of their retirement funds. Under certain circumstances, anyone can take up to $100,000 from their 401(k) retirement account. A 401(k) usually has penalties if someone takes out funds before they are 59 years old. People can also repay what had withdrawn in three years, instead of the usual 60 days. This allows more flexibility in a retirement account, which is what most people need to pay back bills and other expenses during this time. To be eligible you must have: • Contracted COVID-19 • Care for someone who has contracted COVID-19 • Be in financial trouble due to being furloughed or being laid off their job • A business that has suffered because of the virus This sounds very beneficial, but there are some issues. Even though individuals can pay back what you withdrew from their 401(k) account they still need to pay income taxes. The money withdrawn from a 401(k) counts as income and must be paid back. This does not diminish the benefit of this act to some but it still should be a detail that needs to be taken into account. Potential mistake #2: Retiring too early It will take an enormous amount of time until we recover from the virus. According to The Back-to-Normal Index, created by CNN
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Business and Moody’s Analytics, the U.S. economy in September 2020 was operating at about 76% of where it was before the pandemic. This instability could last until 2023 according to Mark Zandi, the chief economist at Moody Analytics. This estimate assumes that the virus does not grow stronger. This is a problem for anyone trying to retire because there is no way to be certain how the economy will react to this problem. According to The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities,15 million seniors would be in poverty without social security. If people retire en masse during this time it would result in a huge dependence on social security, which could wreak complications in the coming years. That dependency is risky, especially if those retiring do not have enough money in savings. These are surprising times and anything could happen, leaving many in financial ruin. Job opportunities are currently recovering but remain difficult. Unemployment in September 2020 stood at 7.9%, more than double the 3.5% unemployment recorded in September of 2019. Despite a tight job market, retiring early during the pandemic could prove to be a very poor choice if you are without a financial cushion. Even if you are not currently employed it might be in your best interest to continue seeking employment rather than retiring before ready. Potential mistake #3: Impulsive choices While some people might believe that selling your stocks during this time is a good idea, the truth is that this idea is impulsive and could lead you to lose a lot of opportunities. Former Citigroup CFO Sallie Krawcheck and Professor Aswath Damodaran, who teaches finance at the Stern School of Business at NYU, recently told Business Insider that, while the economy is turbulent, there are still opportunities for investors. Professor Damodaran suggested that it would be smart to cautiously buy stock from companies that are not doing well now but will most likely recover. He specified travel companies and oil companies as examples because they are easier to buy now than before the pandemic. He also stated that the companies benefiting from the pandemic would be a good choice if it was not for their rising stock value. These companies include educational services like Chegg and Zoom, also companies like AmJanuary 2021
azon, Apple, and Google which have not been affected by the virus. On the other hand, Krawcheck suggested being diverse in your investment portfolio and not to make company bets. She advises that mature professions maintain fewer equities and more bonds. Bonds, according to MarketWatch, are much more stable than equities because they protect against deflation. That protection is useful against economic distress with the only downside being that they are not affected by inflation, which could lower the worth of the bond over time. While these suggestions are logical and smart, they are also not risk-free. This advice should only be followed if you have enough money to think of the long-term benefits. Someone who is currently suffering financially should not be placing bets with the scarce money they have. “This is not the time to be playing games, ’cause if you survive, you will have time to build your nest egg back,” Professor Damodaran advised. The point is to be smart with money that is available and recognize the situation instead of letting fear dominate. Sebastian Pineda, an intern at Meadowlands Media and the Meadowlands Chamber, is a senior at Bergen County Technical High School in Teterboro where he majors in fashion. He can be contacted at sebpin21@bergen.org
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your office and at home, but products with traditional cleaning agents are generally not good for the body either. Many cleaning products emit fumes that can result in lung problems over time. Even worse, when some products are mixed, like bleach and ammonia, a toxic chlorine gas is released that can be fatal. Numerous studies have exposed that toxic cleaning products severely irritate mucus membranes in the airways. With repeated long-term exposure, users can suffer lasting negative changes to the airways themselves as well as asthma, COPD, emphysema and cancer. An independent study published by the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine found that professional cleaners who use these products regularly incurred as much lung damage as would be expected in someone smoking over a pack of cigarettes every day. The traditional toxic cleaning products aren’t just tough on our respiratory functions. They also kill probiotic organisms, the good bacteria. Some of the ingredients they use – such as paragons, quaternary ammonium compounds (QUATS), chlorine bleach, Triclosan, and triclocarban – are absorbed directly through the skin. Once inside the body, they can upset the delicate microbial balance. It has been shown that these dangerous ingredients get into breast milk and cause birth defects. Moreover, the common ingredients found in the most popular cleaners and disinfectants on the market can irritate eyes, skin, throat and lungs. They can also interfere with the health and function of red blood cells, kidney, hormones, liver, nervous system, reproductive system, DNA cellular, endocrine system and gastrointestinal system. meadowlandsmedia.com
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What does this mean for businesses? For businesses, the obvious negative health effects of cleaning products can have unanticipated impact on operations. With the repetitive use on employees or clients that we’re observing in the recovery period of COVID-19, the use of these products could become costly to a company in the long-term spurring an uptick in sick days, disability claims and even lawsuits. Bottom line: it’s best to steer away from any products that are going to eat away at your surfaces and put your health at risk, especially when they are supposed to be protecting you from harmful germs. In the “new normal,” you may need a new cleaning product With the threat of COVID-19 still imminent and other pathogens always on the loose, it’s safe to say that the trend toward spraying, scrubbing and wiping will not be reversing any time soon. To prepare for this wear and tear in the long term, it may be time to rethink how you keep your office and home clean. The first step you should take is obtaining a new disinfectant cleaner – one that is highly effective but also safe for your body and your surfaces. Here in our area, we are fortunate to have a local expert and fellow MC member in Protek Products, which is now offering its Triple Threat to local businesses and experts. Zero toxicity rating As previously stated, Triple Threat’s main ingredient is nature’s oldest disinfectant and it is actually found inside every human body. This ingredient goes by the name of Hypochlorous (HOCL) and it is produced by white blood cells for the purpose of traveling through our blood system to fight off infections and heal wounds. Hypochlorus is able to kill off harmful organisms without causing harm to our cells. That being said, it is one of the only compounds that can simultaneously act delicately toward our cells and still be deadly to pretty much all known harmful bacteria and viruses. Notably, no harmful chemicals or fumes are emitted when using Triple Threat. It causes no irritation to the skin or internal organs which means you don’t 20
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Corporate Citizenship Professionals, approximately 72% of corporations sought to increase their donations to charitable foundations, while about 20% of corporations contributed similar amounts to charity as they had in previous years. Around 13% of businesses that increased their contributions to charity saw their total amount donated rise by over 50% in the first quarter, compared to the prior year. This survey accounted for a host of companies ranging from local to global businesses, demonstrating that many corporations have decided to provide more aid to charitable organizations. There have been multiple ways in which businesses have broadened the scope of their contributions to relief efforts. In the same study, it was found that 43.7% of businesses awarded additional grants to help assist in the completion of goals that are designed to help those affected by COVID-19. Many firms have been working on domestic and global efforts to provide assistance, sending out medical equipment and professionals nationwide as
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Economic impact of nonprofit organizations Many people do not take into account how much nonprofit organizations contribute to the economy, yet they actually spur a lot of economic activity on a local and global scale. Charitable organizations make huge contributions to the labor force, employing around 12.3 million individuals, which is more than some large industries such as transportation or construction, according to data found by the National Council of Nonprofits. This does not take into account the millions of other workers that nonprofits employ indirectly, whether to provide people with services or to undertake tasks that provide people with the goods they desperately need. Nonprofit organizations also consume goods and provide services that foster growth in the economy: $1 trillion dollars a year are usually spent on taking in goods and services by charitable organizations that are given out into society when needed, like food, clothing, or medical equipment. All these transactions have a positive effect on the economy, contributing to a more stable job market and providing activity needed to positively impact the economy. Buying locally Despite limiting how much they spend during arduous times, consumers might also want to put more effort into supporting local businesses. According to the U.S. Small Business Association and the U.S. Department of Labor, for every 100 dollars spent at a local business, 68 of those dollars stay within a community’s economy, which can be two to three times as much money
given to the local community than that of a large businesses. Corporate giving allows for more money to be spent within a community to enhance it and create better opportunities within an area, whether that be in education or in beautifying a community. Supporting businesses in one’s local community also helps the local job market, as millions of Americans are employed locally. Buying from the businesses in one’s community ensures that these people will be able to keep their jobs. Local businesses are also known to be more environmentally-friendly than large global options. It takes less energy and resources to purchase goods from one’s area than to have things shipped all across the world when it comes to dealing with goods sold by large-scale companies. Small businesses support our communities In addition, local companies tend to take a more active role in helping their communities and are known to donate more to nonprofit organizations. According to data from SCORE, 75% of small businesses contribute about 6% of their profits to charitable organizations. The same study even found that smaller businesses contribute 250% more to local causes than larger businesses, proving that small businesses care about seeing their communities flourish. Giving locally and supporting local businesses has many benefits to a community, which is why it is important people make a conscious effort to give back on a smaller scale. Stepping up to the challenge Even with the struggles that 2020 has created, many people and companies are stepping up and offering aid on all scales and areas of need. This is a time where people need to be mindful of the situations of others and do their best to make decisions that could help those around them. Even small, simple gestures can go a long way. But one thing is for sure: when help is needed, people are willing to step up to the challenge. Emma Rock is a journalism intern for Meadowlands Media and the Meadowlands Chamber. She is a senior at Bergen County Technical High School in Teterboro, majoring in digital media. Emma can be contacted at emmarock604@gmail.com
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At the intersection of law, government and business Contact Information: 494 Broad St. Newark, NJ 07102 Telephone Number: (973) 533-0777 Website: www.genovaburns.com Top Executives: James M. Burns, Partner and Co-Founder Angelo J. Genova, Co-Founder, Managing Partner and Chairman of the Firm Year Founded: 1989
Company History Genova Burns LLC was established in 1989 as a boutique labor and employment law firm. The firm focused on representing management employers in the public and private sectors for over the last 30 years. Over time, Genova Burns has matured into a full service, high-quality varied practice with a regional platform. Areas of Focus For over 30 years, Genova Burns LLC has been in the business of representing public and private institutional clients and government principally in the following areas: estate development law, pub-lic procurement and contracts law, campaign finance, election law, government ethics, construction law, health care law, environmental law and business transactions. Giving Back Pro bono activities from a law firm speak volumes about its conscience and civic duty. Genova Burns’ pro bono activity extends its legal support to some of the region’s most substantial nonprofit philanthropies. They take a special focus on urban and diversity related objectives. While the attorneys of this practice specialize in law and work to help those in need, they are also engaged members of the communities where they live and serve.
Genova Burns firm has a long-term vision to create a law firm that not only provides legal services to public and private clients but, in addition, can also be very much a part of the government and business community at the state and local level. The attorneys at the practice are active members of the business and civic communities in which they live, a main ingredient in the success and culture of our firm. As a firm, the high level of in-volvement in multiple nonprofit and philanthropic activities is tremendous. Our professionals and attorneys serve on multiple boards of charities and nonprofit entities throughout New Jersey. Since 1989, Genova Burns LLC has served as counsel to many key trade associations and government interest groups. The crosslink between the community and government makes the firm stand out, distinguishing it as the right choice for any public entity.
Awards Genova Burns consistently achieves recognition among groups and professionals every year. In 2019 and 2020 Genova Burns was named “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers. The firm has been named by the New Jersey Law Journal as an “Employment Litiga-tion Firm of the Year” and a top Civil New Jersey “Litigation Law Firm of the Year.” The New Jersey State Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Section honored our Chairman, Angelo J. Genova, in 2016. The firm’s attorneys are consistently named to prestigious and diverse listings, to name a few: NJBIZ Best 50 Women in Business, New Jersey Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, New Jersey Law Journal Top Women in Law, ROI NJ Influencers List: People of Color, America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, and most recently, NJBIZ Law Power 50 listing for 2020.
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Hospital For Special Surgery A world leader in safety Contact Information: 140 E Ridgewood Ave Suite 175 S Paramus, NJ 07652 Telephone Number: (201) 599-8000 Website: hss.edu Top Executives: Dr. Anil Ranawat, Medical Director Pooja Kapoor, Director of Operations Year Founded: 1863
Company History Hospital for Special Surgery in Paramus, New Jersey offers the same world-class specialists and care as the Manhattan campus. Hospital for Special Surgery Paramus is a convenient location for area residents seeking care orthopedic and rheumatologic care. The facilities offer a comprehensive level set of services. This includes sports medicine, physical therapy and rehabilitation. Radiology and imaging services available directly onsite for conven-ience. Specialties The Hospital of Special Surgery specializes in the following: • Neurology • Orthopedic Surgery • Pain Management • Pediatric Orthopedics • Physiatry • Presurgical Screening • Primary Sports Medicine • Radiology & Imaging • Rheumatology • Physical Therapy & Sports Performance Services • Spine Surgery Hospital of Special Surgery Paramus has in-person visits and on-site imaging for patient con-venience. In light of the times, the hospital offers virtual care for every patient’s comfort level.
Client Portfolio Some of the most prominent clients are: • New York Giants
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Giving Back The Hospital for Special Surgery is is a nonprofit hospital whose fundraising prioritizes re-search, Rheumatology, new and updated buildings and labs, virtual health and general support. While the hospital focuses on its fundraising for its own efforts, the hospital engages and part-ners with numerous organizations and programs throughout the Tri-State area. Awards The Hospital for Special Surgery was ranked for 11 consecutive years in a row as the top ortho-pedic hospital in the United States. U.S. News & World Report also ranked it as 4th for Rheumatology.
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s we know it, COVID-19 took and continues to take a major toll on small restaurants. Local restaurant owners have been struggling to keep their doors open, and for most, the struggle became too difficult, causing them to close down. As per ongoing shutdowns due to COVID-19 or even post COVID-19, it is important that we find a way to support area restaurants through these unpredictable times. This pandemic has shown us that each of us play an important role in our communities. Take time to learn the facts The first step to being able to support small restaurants is to learn the necessary information. Many people find themselves worried about contracting the virus from ordering takeout, however the CDC maintains that there hasn’t been any evidence to back up this fear. Ordering takeout or delivery does not prove the virus easier to contract than when you go to the grocery store. Along with this, there has been no proof that the virus travels from person to person through food. Indoor and outdoor dining finally opens Although restaurant dining is not open completely as it was prior to the pandemic, there is still progress for such. This means you can still support your local eateries by enjoying outdoor or limited indoor seating. As the situation is still so up in the air right now, it is important to take the opportunity to support area restaurants through dining while it’s available.
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Take advantage of takeout and delivery Some restaurants may not have opened for dining, even though restrictions have been slightly lifted, or some have closed indoor dining. But many are offering takeout and delivery. Many families have been cooking at home or ordering in from their favorite restaurants. It is important to look online (especially in the restaurant directory on Meadowlands. org to see Meadowlands Chamber restaurant members) or maybe even take a drive around to find small restaurants that could really use your support. These small businesses need the most help they can get, as each order they receive is a count towards their recovery. Keep the kitchen demands possible As you do decide to order takeout from your community restaurants, try ordering during the location’s slow times. They may be getting swamped with takeout purchases at specific times in the day, but this leaves periods of time where the kitchen is not functioning. If you can contribute to this option and order during off-times, you are assisting in making sure that the kitchen demands continue to be possible for the staff Tip generously If it is possible, you should leave a generous tip whether you dine in or takeout. Before times like this took over, you may not have tipped as much when you ordered takeout. But now it is something you may want to consider, as this is another way you can help reduce the struggle for employees of local restaurants.
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Hop on social media We now live in a world full of technology which makes it less difficult to spread information. You can use your social media platforms to leave positive reviews and engage with local eateries. The internet gives the opportunity to spread the word about small restaurants in our community and convince others to check them out while keeping physical contact to a minimum. Still not comfortable with dining in or getting takeout? Some people may still feel uneasy about purchasing food whether it be dining in or taking out, and that is completely okay. If this pertains to you, don’t worry you can still contribute your support! While you’re at the supermarket or at the store running errands, you can purchase a gift card. By purchasing a gift card, you are lowering contact, yet ensuring a constant cash flow to local restaurants. This allows you to have something to keep in mind for when you feel comfortable enough to order food, while also giving small restaurants a chance to pick themselves up. Brianne Hailey Killeen is a senior at Bergen County Technical High School in Teterboro. She is also a Journalism Intern with the Meadowlands Chamber and Meadowlands Media, where she uses her passion in journalism and writing to articulate helpful, yet significant pieces for the MC’s publications. Brianne can be contacted at brianne_hailey@ aol.com
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Pink at Meadowlands Racing and Entertainment East Rutherford, (201) 842-5013
3rd Wave Cafe & Crepes, The Lyndhurst, (201) 528-8163
Cafe Four Fifty Five Secaucus, (201) 864-7300
Finch’s Rutherford, (201) 231-3141
Annabella’s Fine Foods, Inc. East Rutherford, (201) 804-0303
Caffe Capri East Rutherford, (201) 460-1039
Gabriel’s Grille & Bar Hasbrouck Heights, (201) 288-9600
Cafe Matisse Rutherford, (201) 935-2995
Al Di La East Rutherford, (201) 939-1128
Carrabba’s Italian Grill Secaucus, (201) 330-8497
Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza Clifton, (973) 471-2625
Casa Giuseppe Restaurant & Bar 503 Lyndhurst, (201) 460-0060
Bagels Plus & Deli Secaucus, (201) 330-0744 Bareli’s Restaurant, LLC Secaucus, (201) 865-2766
Chart House Restaurant Weehawken, (201) 348-6628
Bazzarelli Restaurant & Pizzeria Moonachie, (201) 641-4010
Cheeseburger In Paradise Secaucus, (201) 392-0500
Big Bowls Little Plates Secaucus, (201) 514-4163
Chevys Clifton, 973-777-6277
Biggies Clam Bar Carlstadt, (201) 933-4242
Chili’s Restaurant Secaucus, (201) 319-0804
Bistro at Courtyard Secaucus Meadowlands Secaucus, (201) 617-8888
Chipotle Mexican Grill Secaucus, (201) 223-0562
Chit Chat Diner Hackensack, (201) 820-4033
Bistro Six-Five-Zero Hasbrouck Heights, (201) 288-6100 Bonefish Grill Secaucus, (201) 864-3004
Buffalo Wild Wings Secaucus, (201) 348-0824
Hoboken Road Tavern East Rutherford, (201) 939-1128
Houlihan’s Hasbrouck Heights, (201) 393-9330 Houlihan’s Secaucus, (201) 330-8856
Segovia Restaurant Moonachie, (201) 641-4266
Starbucks Coffee East Rutherford, (201) 438-0584
Make Wine With Us Wallington, (201) 876-9463
Starbucks Coffee Secaucus, (201) 223-4924
Marco Polo Pizza/ Breakfast Grill Weehawken, (201) 863-0057
Stefanos Mediterranean Grille Secaucus, (201) 865-6767 Subway Weehawken, (201) 865-2500 Subway Secaucus, (201) 325-0300
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Il Villaggio Carlstadt, (201) 935-7733
Mamma Vittoria Nutley, (973) 662-0242
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Red Lobster Secaucus, (201) 583-1902
Sabor Latin Bistro North Bergen, (201) 943-6366
Il Cafone Lyndhurst, (201) 933-3355
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Rutherford Pancake House Rutherford, (201) 340-4171
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La Reggia Restaurant & Banquets & Lounge Secaucus, (201) 422-0200
Cosi Secaucus, (201) 330-1052
Boogie Woogie Bagel Boys Weehawken, (201) 863-4666
Firenza Pizza Secaucus, (201) 210-2562
Tokyo Hibachi & Buffet Secaucus, (201) 863-2828 Twisted Bites - Coming Soon Secaucus
New Jersey Beer Company North Bergen, (201) 758-8342
Urban Plum Gastropub Secaucus, (201) 520-0574
Olive Garden Secaucus, (201) 867-3543
Vesta Wood Fired Pizza & Bar East Rutherford, (201) 939-6012
Panera Bread Secaucus, (201) 348-2846
Which Wich Secaucus, (201) 325-8000
Oceanaire Seafood Room Hackensack, (201) 343-8862
Varrellman’s Baked Goods Rutherford, (201) 939-0462
Outback Steakhouse Secaucus, (201) 601-0077
Volare’s Restaurant Rutherford, (201) 935-6606
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25+ Restaurants with a variety of choices 9 Hotels, 1,529 Rooms Expo Convention Center Located on Route 3, Secaucus, NJ Exit 16E & 17 on NJ Turnpike, direct to Harmon Meadow Pedestrian-Friendly Campus with LA Fitness Signature Club & Kerasotes ShowPlace 14 Theatres
Res ide ntial, Retail, Restaurant & Hotel Direc tory RESTAURANTS and CAFÉS at HARMON MEADOW
MILL CREEK at HARMON MEADOW
Bagels Plus Big Bowls Little Plates Bonefish Grill Buffalo Wild Wings Burger Fi Café 455 (455 Plaza Drive) Carrabba’s Italian Grill Cheeseburger In Paradise Chili’s Chipotle Mexican Grill Cosi CUPS Frozen Yogurt Dunkin Donuts Houlihan’s In Thyme Plaza Café (100 Plaza Dr) Nikko Sushi & Bento Olive Garden (500 Route 3) Outback Steak House Panera Bread Press Coffee Bar (at Holiday Inn) Red Lobster Red Robin Starbucks Stefanos Mediterranean Grille Subway @ Mill Creek Subway @ Plaza The Urban Plum American Pub Tokyo Hibachi Asian Cuisine
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SECAUCUS OUTLETS Secaucus, NJ Burlington Coat Factory (275 Hartz Way)
Calvin Klein Company Store (30 Enterprise Ave)
Eileen Fisher (45a Enterprise Ave) Group USA (25 Enterprise Ave) Gucci (50 Hartz Way) Lenox (60 Enterprise Ave) Prato Menswear
201-866-1665 201-223-9760 201-866-0300 201-867-4455 201-392-2670 201-319-1980
201-864-1450 Rent the Runway Warehouse Store (100 Metro Way) 800-509-0842 Children’s Place 201-223-4849 (210 Meadowland Pkwy) Tommy Hilfiger (25 Enterprise Ave) 201-223-0601 Worth NY (210 Meadowland Pkwy) 201-605-2010 (210 Meadowland Pkwy)
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ENTERTAINMENT/FITNESS at HARMON MEADOW Kerasotes Theatres 1-800-Fandango (#1658) LA Fitness Signature Club 201-751-9940 Meadowlands Expo Center 201-330-7773
PLAZA at HARMON MEADOW
700 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ Art Gallery 201-902-0889 Bank Of America 201-319-0031 Chase Bank (450 Plaza Drive) 201-348-9204 Dunkin Donuts/Subway 201-617-9200 GNC 201-348-9549 Haircutter In The Meadow 201-863-3900 Harmon Meadow Jewelry Exchange 201-864-9666 Harmony Early Learning Center 201-348-2905 Pier 1 Imports 201-319-1110 Plaza Candy News & Lottery 201-520-0043 Raymour & Flanigan 201-809-1353 Sam’s Club (300 Park Place) 201-974-0702 Travel Meadows 201-348-3400 U.S. Post Office 201-866-6314 Walmart (400 Park Place) 201-325-9280
HARMON MEADOW HOTELS Secaucus, NJ Aloft Hotel Courtyard By Marriott
OPENING SOON
(455 Harmon Meadow Blvd)
Embassy Suites
(455 Plaza Drive)
Extended Stay America (1 Plaza Drive)
Meadowlands River Inn
(250 Harmon Meadow Blvd.)
Holiday Inn
(300 Plaza Drive)
Hyatt Place
(575 Park Plaza Drive)
La Quinta Inn and Suites (350 Lighting Way)
Residence Inn (800 Plaza Dr)
201-617-8888
LINCOLN HARBOR
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AAA Giants Limousine & Car Service (201) 933-3313 Academy Bus, LLC (201) 420-7000 Axis Global Systems, LLC (718) 458-3666 Country Club Services (973) 376-4352 Empire CLS Worldwide Chauffeured Services (888) 826-3431
Lyft Lyft.com
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car (908) 497-1234
State Shuttle (800) 427-3207
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EZ Ride (201) 939-4242
Vander Plaat Executive Limo (201) 891-3856
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16W Marketing Rutherford, (201) 635-8000
Cliffhanger Productions Inc. Rutherford, (201) 460-1489
4 Wall New York Moonachie, (201) 329-9878
Cutting Edge Entertainment (201) 460-1489
Adam Leffel Productions/ Petals Premier Event Design Hackensack, (201) 487-1300
Fabulous Foods Event Design & Catering Moonachie, (201) 896-8800
Annabella’s Fine Foods, Inc. East Rutherford, (201) 804-0303
Fiesta Banquets Wood-Ridge, (201) 939-5409
Any Excuse For A Party (973) 808-8700
Freeman Kearny, (201) 299-7400
Apple Spice: Box Lunch Delivery & Catering Company South Hackensack, (201) 525-2775
Graycliff Catering Inc. (The Graycliff) Moonachie, (201) 939-9233
Audience Pleasers Garfield, 973-773-0953 Bayway Catering Elizabeth, (908) 527-8584 Bounce Music & Entertainment Englewood Cliffs, (201) 482-8191 Chit Chat Creative Caterers Hackensack, (201) 820-4033
Greenwood Lake Air Show West Milford, 973-224-9142 Il Villaggio Carlstadt, (201) 935-7733 In Thyme Catered Events River Vale, (201) 666-3353 Jimmy’s Artistic Creations East Rutherford, (201) 460-1919
JNL Creative Tours, LLC Waldwick, (201) 312-4684
Royal Manor Garfield, (973) 478-8590
LTB Entertainment Secaucus, (201) 282-1117
Sal’s Good Eats Teterboro, (201) 375-4949
Mamma Vittoria Nutley, (973) 662-0242
Seasons Catering Washington Township (201) 664-6141
Meadowlands Racing and Entertainment East Rutherford, (201) 842-5013
Smooth Sailing Celebrations Oak Ridge, (973) 409-4456
Nanina’s In The Park Belleville, (973) 751-1230
Sterling Affair Caterers Carlstadt, (201) 372-0734
Palisadium Catering & Conference Center Cliffside Park, (201) 224-2211
Sweet Dreams Studio Photo Booth Madison, (703) 585-4704
Personal Touch Experience & Catering Hackensack, (201) 488-8820
The Excelsior of Saddle Brook Saddle Brook, (973) 772-9900
Photobooth Planet Ridgefield, (917) 780-5556 Pink at Meadowlands Racing and Entertainment East Rutherford, (201) 842-5013 Positive Impact Partners Cranbury, (609) 395-1972
The Terrace at Biagio’s Paramus, (201) 652-7900 Unique Event Center Little Ferry, (201) 880-5025 United Eventures (201) 694-6583
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“A diamond in the shadow of the Meadowlands, old-style cuisine that never disappoints” Zagat Survey, America’s Top 1000 Italian Restaurants 2008
“Best of Award of Excellence” - Wine Spectator Magazine
Come experience Il Villaggio’s distinguished cuisine in our newly renovated restaurant Since 1979, Il Villaggio has been consistently providing guests with truly memorable dining experiences. Our menu specializes in classic northern Italian dishes, which include a wide variety of fresh fish & seafood specials that change daily. Complete your dining experience with our wide selection of homemade desserts. Il Villaggio caters to Bar/Bat Mitzvahs,Weddings, and Private/Corporate Events. Monday-Friday: 11:30 am -11:00 pm • Saturday: 5:00 pm - 12 Midnight Sunday: Private Events Only 651 Route 17 North, Carlstadt, NJ 07072 Telephone: 201.935.7733 • info@ilvillaggio.com • www.ilvillaggio.com
EXPLORE THE MEADOWLANDS ECOTOURISM Hackensack Riverkeeper Hackensack, (201) 968-0808 NJSEA DeKorte Park Lyndhurst, info@njsea.com / (201) 460-1700 River Barge Park and Marina Carlstadt (201) 460-1700
BERGEN COUNTY PARKS Belmont Hill County Park Garfield Borg’s Woods Nature Preserve Hackensack Dahnert’s Lake County Park Garfield
Darlington County Park Mahwah, (201) 327-3500
Samuel Nelkin County Park East Rutherford, (973) 777-0318
Mill Creek Point Park Secaucus, (866) 927-6416
Hackensack River County Park Hackensack, (201) 336-7275
Van Saun County Park Paramus, (201) 262-3771
Losen Slote Creek Park Little Ferry
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Washington Park Jersey City/Union City, (201) 348-5700
Laurel Hill Park Secaucus, 201-915-1386 Overpeck County Park Leonia, (201) 336-7275
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West Hudson Park Kearny, (201) 217-5482 Braddock Park North Bergen, (201) 915-3188 Laurel Hill Park Secaucus, (201) 915-1388
NJSEA PARKS Richard W. DeKorte Park Lyndhurst, (201) 460-1700
Liberty State Park Jersey City, (201) 915-3403
River Barge Park and Marina Carlstadt, (201) 460-1700
Lincoln Park Jersey City, (201) 915-1388
STAY IN THE MEADOWLANDS Aloft Secaucus Meadowlands Secaucus, (201) 809-1000
Fairfield Inn By Marriott East Rutherford, (201) 507-5222
AVE CLIFTON Clifton, (973) 859-3200
Fairfield Inn By Marriott North Bergen, (201) 272-6600
Best Western Premier NYC Gateway Hotel North Bergen, (201) 758-5770
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Hampton Inn & Suites Teaneck Glenpointe Teaneck, (201) 883-9777
Home2 Suites by Hilton Hasbrouck Heights Hasbrouck Heights, (201) 552-5600
Residence Inn East Rutherford, (201) 939-0020
Homewood Suites by Hilton East Rutherford, (201) 460-9030 Homewood Suites by Hilton Teaneck/Glenpointe, (201) 883-1777
Residence Inn by Marriott Port Imperial Weehawken, (201) 758-7922 Residence Inn Saddle River, (201) 934-4144 Saddle Brook Marriott Saddle Brook, (201) 843-9500
Hilton Garden Inn Secaucus, (201) 864-1400
Hyatt Place Secaucus/ Meadowlands Secaucus, (201) 422-9480
Hilton Hasbrouck Heights Hasbrouck Heights, (201) 288-6100
La Quinta Inn & Suites Clifton/ Rutherford Clifton, (973) 778-6500
Hilton Meadowlands East Rutherford, (201) 896-0500
La Quinta Inn & Suites Secaucus, (201) 863-8700
Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe Teaneck, (201) 836-0600
Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights Hasbrouck Heights, (201) 288-9600
Marriott at Newark Liberty International Airport Newark, (973) 623-0006
The Meadowlands River Inn Secaucus, (201) 867-4400
Holiday Inn Secaucus Meadowlands Secaucus, (201) 809-4746
MC Hotel Montclair, (973) 329-5500
Holiday Inn Express Paramus, (201) 843-5400 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlstadt, (201) 460-9292
Sheraton Lincoln, Harbor Hotel Weehawken (201) 617-5600 Station at Lyndhurst Apartments Lyndhurst, (201) 252-4036
W Hotel Hoboken, (201) 253-2420 Element by Westin Jersey City, (973) 484-1500
Red Roof Inn Secaucus, (201) 319-1000 Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel Rutherford, (201) 231-3100
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Statue Cruises Jersey City, (201) 432-6321
Aviation Hall of Fame & Museum Of NJ Teterboro, (201) 288-6344
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The DOJO Rutherford, (201) 933-3050
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American Dream East Rutherford, 1-833-AMDREAM
Hackensack Riverkeeper Hackensack, (201) 968-0808
HEALTH, FITNESS & BEAUTY GNC Live Well Secaucus, (201) 348-9549
Haircutter in the Meadow Secaucus, (201) 863-3900 Jenny Craig Secaucus, (201) 330-0110
NY Waterway Weehawken, (201) 902-8700
King’s Court Health & Sports Club Lyndhurst, (201) 460-0088
RPM Raceway Jersey City, (201) 333-7223
LA Fitness Signature Club Secaucus, (201) 751-9940
Sofive Carlstadt, 347-790-5032
Poofy Organics Rutherford, (201) 438-6800
Space Farms Zoo & Museum Sussex, (973) 875-5800
Sally Beauty Supply North Bergen, 201-295-0020
The Plaza at Harmon Meadow Secaucus, (908) 226-5285 Newport Centre Jersey City, (201) 626-207z The Mills at Jersey Gardens Jersey City, (908) 436-3005 The Shops at Riverside Hackensack, (201) 489-0151 Westfield Garden State Plaza Paramus, (201) 843-2121 OUTLET SHOPPING
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