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Jennifer McHahon Named 2013 Women In Industry Winner

The YCWA of Central Jersey has awarded OCBA member Jennifer McMahon a 2013 TWIN (Tribute to Women and Industry) Award. McMahon is the Director of Human Resources at Perlmutter Family ShopRites. This is the 34th year of the awards, designed to recognize women who make significant contributions to the workplace and corporations whose polices and practices encourage women to strive high, with equal advancement opportunities for women of diverse backgrounds.

McMahon, who started as a part time cashier, has earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees while at Perlmutter ShopRites and has risen to become a key part of management that operates seven ShopRites within Ocean County.

She is also being recognized for her philanthropic efforts. Following Hurricane Sandy, Jennifer worked with the 200 Club of Ocean County to deliver more than 37,000 meals prepared by Perlmutter Shop Rite to first responders. She is also on the Board of Directors for the Ocean County Hunger Relief.

OCBA Donates to Caring for Children

The OCBA’s adopted charity is Caring For Children. These toys were collected and distributed to needy families over the Christmas holiday. Members contribute donations during regular meetings and also bring toys to our annual Christmas party.

Jim Everett Elected New OCBA President

The Ocean County Business Association has elected Jim Everett as its new President. Everett, owner of Toms River Locksmith succeeds Chuck Laing. Ocean County Business Association is entering its 33rd year as the County’s premier networking organization.

OCBA allows only one member per business category. Members must adhere to a code of ethics and are subject to peer review of their professional conduct. The group is comprised of some 56 businesses.

Joining Everett on the board of directors are:
1st Vice President, Marty Aronow of Aronow Business Advisors
2nd Vice President, Dennis DeMey, Adam Safeguards
Treasurer Glenn Van Pell, of Hutchins, Farrell, Meyer & Allison, P.A.
Secretary, Regina Gelzer, Attorney at Law

The Board of Directors include:
Steve Pollack, Pollack Life and Wellness
Sheree Robinson, Shaklee Products
Dave McIndoe, Netwave Interactive Marketing
Andy Anderson, Anderson Agency
Paul Losseff, Holiday Opticians
Lisa McComsey, Writer and Editor
Chuck Laing, Construction Consultant

The goal of the organization is to promote commerce within the community and to provide buyers with confidence that OCBA members comprise the best businesses in Ocean County.

First Annual OCBA Beach Bash a Huge Success

The weather cooperated and so did the town of Seaside Heights as more than 100 people turned out for our Beach Party. It truly was a group effort:

Great food (thanks to Jennifer McMahon of Perlmutter Shop Rites)
Great Beverages (thanks to Donny Sanders of Spirits Unlimited)
Great Bonfire (thanks to lumberjack Chuck Laing, hole digger Mark Kotzas and fire tender Steve Pelligrinelli)
Great Decorations (thanks to Donna Barnett of Creative Changes Salon)
Great Planning by Steve Pollack and Angie Lombardi to make the event a highlight of the year.

It was wonderful to see everyone in their casual attire. It was great to see so many kiddies running around, knowing these second and third generation OCBAers will be future business owners. And, it was terrific to be among friends and business associates who all call this wonderful slice of NJ home!

The fitting climax to the evening was the announcement by President Jim Everett that Chuck Laing was overwhelmingly selected as our OCBA Member of the Year. Chuck has served as OCBA President for two consecutive terms and has been a member of the organization for more than 30 years.

Donny Sanders, of Spirits Unlimited brought an outstanding assortment of beers and wines to the outing—along with his excellent suggestions

Dr. Steve Pollack of Pollack Health & Wellness, organized the event down to the finest detail, including filling the tiki torches

Chuck Laing Named OCBA
Member of the Year

The Ocean County Business Association has named Chuck Laing as 2012 Member of the Year.

Chuck, has been a member for more than 30 years, first as part owner of Chap Construction, then as owner of Able Home Inspections. He is now an independent Construction Consultant.

Most recently, Laing completed his second consecutive term as President. He has served on the board for more than 20 years. He has led the group through some of its greatest growth, bringing the club to 68 members.

Each year Association members vote for the one member who has done the most for the organization in the past year. The Ocean County Business Association is comprised of Ocean County Businesses that meet twice monthly to refer business to one another. The Association only accepts one member per category and holds members to a code of ethics including honesty, integrity, and high service standards to the general consumer.

The goal of the organization is to promote commerce within the community and to provide buyers with confidence that OCBA members comprise the best businesses in Ocean County.

Member of the Year and Immediate Past President Chuck Laing poses with his lovely wife, Lynn (and former OCBA member) Chuck is an Independent Construction Consultant, while Lynn is the owner and operator of Hilltop Nursery School

2012 Senior Living Expo

OCBA participated at the 2012 Senior Living Expo held at Ocean County College. Pictured left to right are OCBA members, elder law attorney Robert Novy, business consultant Marty Aronow, Jaclyn Ewing, Marketing Director for Novy & Associates, Donny Sanders, executive for Spirits Unlimited and Jim Everett of Toms River Locksmith. Ocean County College, which hosted the annual event is also an OCBA member, represented by Joanne Padrone.