When Barbara Farley stepped to the podium at the recent OCBA luncheon, she brought with her more than five decades of family craftsmanship. CHAP Construction – born in 1972 from the partnership of brothers Chuck (“Chap”) and Hap Laing—still operates under the very same EIN number today. That continuity tells you everything you need to … Read more
Jim Jamieson of Atlantic IT Solutions Shares Valuable Insights at OCBA At a recent Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) lunch meeting, Jim Jamieson, Director of Sales for Atlantic IT Solutions, delivered an eye-opening presentation about cybersecurity threats facing small and midsize businesses—and what can be done to prevent them. Based in Toms River, Atlantic IT … Read more
Eco-Friendly Cleaning with a Personal Touch At a recent OCBA meeting, Emily Stasiak, owner of EcoMaids of Toms River, Brick, and Neptune, gave an engaging presentation about her growing business and how she’s redefining residential and small office cleaning with sustainability and service at the core. With a clear mission to create a cleaner, greener … Read more
At a recent Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) meeting, longtime member and local business owner Bobby Kostrewa delivered his commercial craft talk, giving members insight into the history, growth, and technical excellence behind his business, Tranz Connection. Bobby has been a fixture in the Toms River automotive community since founding Tranz Connection in 1991. Born … Read more
At a recent OCBA meeting, longtime member Bill DeBernardis of Atlantic Printing & Design shared exciting updates about the company’s recent growth, new capabilities, and ongoing commitment to high-quality printing services in Ocean and Monmouth Counties. A Legacy of Printing and Expansion Bill has been a dedicated OCBA member for over a decade, while Atlantic … Read more
At a recent Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) meeting, Art Bailey, a licensed public adjuster, shared valuable insights into the insurance claims process and the critical role that public adjusters play in ensuring homeowners and business owners receive fair settlements. His talk highlighted the importance of detailed documentation, the complexities of working with insurance companies, … Read more
with Essential In-Home Care Services [Video] At a recent Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) meeting, Kevin Bradshaw from Affordable Senior Home Care shared valuable information about the company’s commitment to providing high-quality, in-home care services to seniors and veterans in Ocean County, NJ. With a veteran care contract through the VA, the agency offers essential … Read more
Family Owned and Full Service [Video] At our recent Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) lunch meeting, we had the pleasure of hearing from Cathy Mulhern of A Blossom Shop Florist in Bayville, NJ. Cathy emphasized that while her shop has all the traditional offerings—cut flowers, wedding florals, funeral pieces—it truly specializes in “selling emotions.” Whether … Read more
Craft Talk Recap: Gary W. Herviou of A Neumann & Associates, LLC Presented at OCBA Lunch Meeting on October 17, 2024 At our recent OCBA lunch meeting, Gary W. Herviou from A Neumann & Associates, LLC gave an insightful talk on his firm’s approach to helping business owners with succession planning, business valuations, and the … Read more
Rich Gilchrest from Capstone Insurance gave an insightful talk at a recent Ocean County Business Association (OCBA) lunch meeting, sharing his extensive experience in the insurance industry. With over 40 years in the business, Rich reflected on his journey from working for large corporations to becoming an independent broker specializing in employee benefits and medical … Read more