Reviews

I joined the Chamber in 2019 when I was first building my business. I didn’t know anyone in town, but I was immediately welcomed into the community because of the wonderful chamber members. I have met the kindest and most generous people through the EBRCC and would highly recommend joining if you are looking to make connections with great businesses and fantastic people.

Nicole Drasin, Edward Jones

I am a proud charter member of the East Brunswick Regional Chamber of Commerce that was established in 2017. As a current Board Member, past Events Committee Member, and now Social Media/Website Committee Member I have been able to share my professional skills while learning new ones. Being a member of this amazing Chamber over the past 5 years has allowed me to develop mutually beneficial professional and personal relationships and friendships. I encourage you to join today!!

Amy Levine, Lifestyles Publications/King Kong Printing

We joined the East Brunswick Regional Chamber of Commerce to network with local business owners and like-minded people, but what we discovered was a large group of caring & supportive individuals who elevate those around them. The chamber also gives back to the community in so many ways! We feel lucky to have found such an encouraging group of business professionals.

Kari & Jon Grove, Owner/Directors Lakeview Day Camp

I have been an active member of EBRCC since it was chartered in 2017. I volunteered in various positions throughout the years and I currently serve on the board and chair the event committee. It has been a welcoming experience, with a strong feeling of community amongst professional members. My business has gained more exposure through the opportunities provided by the chamber ranging from the monthly networking breakfast to the social and community events we host. Being a member of this organization has not only helped my business expand but also helped me grow personally. I highly recommend EBRCC!

Lamia Hakim, NJ Air Pros LLC

I am a founding board member of EBRCC. Over the past five years, I have enjoyed networking with a group of diverse independent business owners who have a shared goal of building successful businesses and working toward a mutually beneficial community for business owners. The members provide honest and helpful guidance to one another. This is the best Chamber of Commerce to be a part of!

Sunit Patel, Primerica Financial Services

I was starting my business back in 2017 and wanted to meet community leaders and business owners that were like me. I knew that type of support would provide a benefit not only to my business, but my own well-being. Fast forward almost 5 years later and I have fostered some of the best town and local business relationships, been involved in countless activities, received exposure through networking, and been able to give back to the business community by volunteering on the E-board. If you are thinking about joining, this is your sign to JOIN NOW!

Brittany Fedun, ELITE Fitness Alliance

I have been a charter member of the EBRCC since the beginning. My return on my investment has been one of the smartest decisions I’ve made. Not only from a financial standpoint but from all of the great people and friends that I have met. I believe joining the EBRCC is a no-brainer

Jay Grosholz, Lifetyme Photo and Video

I joined the EBRCC in October 2018. Since that first event, my personal and professional life has benefited greatly. For me, the summary of the relationships that I have made during that short time has culminated during the first months of quarantine.

The EBRCC immediately began offering informational webinars that detailed benefits small businesses affected by Covid-19 could apply for. When I tried to apply for the PPP loan, I found out my bank was not offering the program since it’s a Credit Union. I immediately called Jovanny Belisario of PNC Bank, a member I met often at past events. She set me up virtually with a new business checking account so that I may apply through her bank. There were a series of very fortunate events that set the path to make my application efforts a success. In February 2020, I had attended a free member educational event about Quickbooks, hosted by member Doug Martin Bookkeeping. There I learned basic Quickbooks information which led to a deeper instruction to set up the desktop version to complete my 2019 taxes, by fellow member, Lamia Hakim of TemperaturePro Central Jersey. I would NOT have been able to complete the PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) application without this setup and the supporting documentation necessary. (My accountant has ALL my tax stuff from before quarantine & they are closed due to the shutdown.) Having the profit & loss statement from the Quickbooks was sufficient to submit.

Sometimes not knowing the right technology can provide a roadblock. From our January breakfast networking event, I learned of an efficient app called Scannable to scan multiple documents and turn them into a pdf from your phone from member Amy Jones of Broad Marketing Services. Chamber Vice President and member, Joe Kim of Minuteman Press has been a great sounding board to help me design a banner to publicly thank the essential workers to display on behalf of my business. In addition, I received a timely ‘check-in phone call’ from Chamber President, Ron Lichtenberger of Brunswick Square. Having voiced some recent challenges my college daughter was facing after losing her summer internship due to the Covid19 pandemic, he volunteered to step up as her “virtual intern” to get practical business experience. To further display the personal efforts this Chamber has had to my life, due to the virus outbreak, my son’s birthday party had to be canceled. Chamber member, Dori Saypol from Total Party, saved the day with a celebratory balloon decoration for his Birthday Parade. I don’t know about you, but I sure feel loved by everyone in EBRCC & have a great love for them.

J. Vicky Laszlo, Laszlo Center 4 Hope & Healing