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Mount Olive Area Chamber's Record-Setting
Annual Food Drive Will Help Feed Families

With many families facing bleak economic conditions, this year's Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce Food Drive was more important than ever.

Thanks to an amazing outpouring of support this year, Chamber's 17th Annual Fall Food Drive was by far its most successful ever!

The chamber drive this year collected over 4000 pounds of food and nearly $3,300 in monetary and gift card donations. Indeed, the amount of food collected through this drive has steadily increased over the past several years. In 2005, for example, the organization collected just 820 pounds of food.

"The community has rallied around the food drive and the Chamber is proud to coordinate the effort," said Chamber president Jeff Stadelman. "Folks realize that our neighbors and friends are being affected and they need our help."

Participating businesses and organizations that either collected food or donations this year were Axis ATM, Rockefeller Development Group Corporation, Patriot Bankcard, Goddard School, Northern Hills Physical Therapy, Dr. John Berezny Chiropractic (who started the drive), Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Paragon Village, Valley National Bank, Elite Business Funding , Bob Scirocco, Esq., High Risk Merchants, Wuff 'N Purr Inn, NJ Mortgage Loans,The Wine Rack, PNC Bank - Flanders, GBW Insurance, Nisivoccia Consulting, Nisivoccia & Company, Warren Distributing, Nursery School at St. Dunstans, and Veolia Environmental Services

Stadelman declared, "Our most sincere thanks to everyone involved!"

Adam's Bagels and Grill - Ribbon Cutting

Township officials and Chamber members participate at the ribbon cutting in April.

Mount Olive Area Chamber Re-Elects Stadelman President; Stewart chosen VP

Chamber members gather at the annual Holiday Meeting in December.

Jeff Stadelman, owner of The Wine Rack in Flanders, was re-elected as the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce President for 2011 at the organization’s annual Holiday Meeting in December.

In addition, Greg Stewart of NexGen Management was chosen as the organization’s Vice President and Susan Frost of Hackettstown Regional Medical Center was named Recording Secretary. John Mooney of Nisivoccia & Company returns as the Treasurer. Also picked as part of the Executive Committee was Peter King of Paragon Village, named Corresponding Secretary.

Returning trustees for 2011 are Laura Rimmer, Community Consultant, and Lou Nisivoccia of Nisivoccia Consulting. Thom Torode of Action Business Coach was also chosen as a Trustee.

Stadelman notes that the chamber is here to help all businesses in the township, particularly small business.

“These are clearly challenging times,” said Stadelman, a longtime chamber members and business owner in the township. “The chamber is committed to offering forums and seminars that will benefit and educate small business owners in helping to manage their businesses, especially in this difficult economic climate."

Our Community Rocks FoodRaiser Beach Concert

The Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the "Our Community Rocks FoodRaiser Beach Concert" to benefit the Mount Olive Food Pantry.

The Quimby Mountain Band, a local family-friendly rock band, will perform on Sunday, August 15, 2010, at Budd Lake Beach from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Admission is FREE if each attendee brings 2 non-perishable food items to donate to the pantry.

Chamber Supports Haiti Relief

On Tuesday, March 16, 2008, the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce welcomed Lou Nisivoccia of Nisivoccia Consulting who presented "Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft".  Over thirty Chamber members and guests enjoyed a lunch provided by Paragon Village with all proceeds going to Haiti relief.

From Left to Right: Peter King of Paragon Village, Lou Nisivoccia of Nisivoccia Consulting, and Chamber President Jeff Stadelman

2010 Officers and Board

The Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce held its annual reorganization meeting for 2010 in December.

Longtime chamber member Jeff Stadelman was installed as the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce president for 2010 at the organization’s annual Holiday Meeting in December.

Jeff Stadelman of The Wine Rack is joined on the executive board by Thom Torode of Action Business Coaching, Vice President; Greg Stewart from NexGen Management, Recording Secretary; Sabine Elsasser of Jonathan Stone Law, Corresponding Secretary; and John Mooney of Nisivoccia & Company, Treasurer.

Trustees for 2010 are Laura Rimmer from the International Trade Center Alliance, Susan Frost of Hackettstown Regional Medical Center, Peter King of Paragon Village, and Lou Nisivoccia of Nisivoccia Consulting. Immediate Past President Rick Ege, who was honored at the meeting for his leadership for the past year, also remains a member of the board of trustees.

Board members who were on hand for the photo include (from left to right) Laura Rimmer, Lou Nisivoccia, Susan Frost, Jeff Stadelman, Thom Torode, Sabine Elsasser, Greg Stewart, Peter King, and John Mooney.

New Member Plaque Presentation

Joe Tahmoosh of United Bank Card being presented his plaque from Chamber President Rick Ege President and Chamber Membership Committee Chairperson Thom Torode

Johnson Chrysler Dodge Jeep hosts October 2009 Meeting

From Left to Right: Chamber Vice President Jeff Stadelman, Nick Provenzo of Johnson Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Bill Ryan of Ryan and Son Chimney Contractors, and Chamber President Rick Ege

2009 Business Person and Humanitarian Awards

From Left to Right: Business Person of the Year Lou Nisivoccia, Chamber Vice President Jeff Stadelman, Chamber President Rick Ege, Chamber Secretary Sabine Elsasser, and Humanitarian of the Year Thom Torode

Picatinny Credit Union - Mt. Olive Branch Opening

Welcoming Representatives from the 24th District

On Tuesday, April 21, 2009, the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce welcomed Representatives from the 24th District who covered many issues affecting local businesses.  The Chamber thanks the Wyndham Garden Hotel for sponsoring and hosting the event.

From Left to Right: State Senator Steven V. Oroho, Chamber President Rick Ege, Assemblyman Gary R. Chiusano,  Chamber Vice President Jeff Stadelman, and Mount Olive Mayor David Scapicchio

2009 Breakfast with the Mayor

The Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce started 2009 with the third annual Breakfast with the Mayor.  The event was held on Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  Over twenty-five Chamber members and guests enjoyed a breakfast provided by the Longhorn Steakhouse.

Rick Ege welcomes Mayor David Scapicchio
Photo Courtesy of YFM Media

2009 Officers and Board

The Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce held its annual reorganization meeting for 2009 in December.

Longtime chamber member Rick Ege was installed as the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce president for 2009 at the organization’s annual Holiday Meeting in December.

Ege of the NJ State Council of Trout Unlimited is joined on the executive board by Jeff Stadelman of The Wine Rack, Vice President; Anna Cirilli of Valley National Bank, Recording Secretary; Sabine Elsasser of Jonathan Stone Law, Corresponding Secretary; and Nick Sarinelli of Nisivoccia & Company, Treasurer.

Trustees for 2009 are Jacqueline Nisivoccia of Morris Podiatry Associates, Thom Torode of Action Business Coach, Laura Rimmer from the International Trade Center Alliance, Nalini Deonarine of Primerica Financial Services, Greg Stewart from NexGen Management, and Susan Frost of Hackettstown Regional Medical Center. Immediate Past President Lou Nisivoccia of Nisivoccia Consulting, who was honored at the meeting for his leadership for the past two years, also remains a member of the board of trustees.

Board members who were on hand for the photo include (seated from left to right) Susan Frost, Jacqueline Nisivoccia, Anna Cirilli, Sabine Elsasser, and (standing from left to right) Thom Torode, Nick Sarinelli, Jeff Stadelman, Rick Ege, Greg Stewart, Lou Nisivoccia.

Rita Hilbert Honored

Retiring Board Member Rita Hilbert is presented with a token of appreciation for her many years of service to the Chamber by President Lou Nisivoccia.

Mount Olive Chamber’s
Annual Food Drive A Huge Success

Thanks to a giving public, the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Fall Food Drive was once again a huge success.

With many families struggling in tough times, the food collection was more important than ever this year.

The chamber drive collected over 1900 pounds of food and more than $1450 in monetary donations.

The companies that make up the International Trade Center Alliance collected 900 pounds of food while the office of Dr. Berezny of Berezny Chiropractic in Flanders, which started started the food drive 18 years ago, collected 150 pounds of food and $500. Many other businesses and organizations took part in the drive, as well. Among them were Valley National Bank (both Mount Olive and Budd Lake branches), PNC Bank, Edible Arrangements, Robert Scirocco, Esq., MO Public Library, DPC Siemens, Wuff N Purr Inn, Northern Hills Physical Therapy, Goddard School, GBW Insurance, Warren Distributing Company, Village Green Rental Office, Crossroads Community Church, The Nursery School at St. Dunstans (Succasunna), and The Wine Rack. The Rockefeller Group Development Corporation in the ITC also donated a $500 check toward the cause.

“It was a team effort from the business community,” said chamber president Lou Nisivoccia of Nisivoccia Consulting LLC. “But it was the public that really made it a success. People were truly generous this year and as a result a lot of families will benefit from this drive.”

2008 Business Person and Humanitarian Awards

Lou Nisivoccia presents Anna Cirilli with the Business Person of the Year Award and Sabine Elsasser with the Humanitarian of the Year Award.

2008 Elmira “Al” Matcha Memorial Scholarship Awarded

On Tuesday, June 17, 2008, the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce awarded Mount Olive High School Senior Betsy Smith with the Elmira "Al" Matcha Memorial Scholarship at a meeting held at the Mount Olive Public Library.  Speakers included Mount Olive Township Mayor David Scapicchio and Centenary College Chief Financial Officer John Sommer.

From Left to Right: Mount Olive Township Mayor David Scapicchio, Centenary College Chief Financial Officer John Sommer, Chamber President Lou Nisivoccia, 2008 Elmira “Al” Matcha Memorial Scholarship Recipient Betsy Smith, and Elmira “Al” Matcha’s daughter Eleanor MacCormick

Welcoming Representatives from the 24th District

On Tuesday, May 27, 2008, the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce welcomed Representatives from the 24th District who covered many issues affecting local businesses.  The Chamber thanks the Wyndham Garden Hotel for sponsoring and hosting the event.

From Left to Right: Chamber Vice President Rick Ege, Chamber President Lou Nisivoccia, Don Hill, Chairman of the Mount Olive Township Economic Development Committee, Assemblywoman Alison L. McHose, Assemblyman Gary R. Chiusano, State Senator Steven V. Oroho, and Paul Licitra, former Mayor of Mount Olive Township

Helping the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater New Jersey

On Tuesday, March 18, 2008, the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce welcomed Peter King of Paragon Village and Dr. Rooney of Optimal Family Chiropractic.  Over forty Chamber members and guests enjoyed a lunch provided by Paragon Village with all proceeds going to the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater New Jersey.

Peter King of Paragon Village and Lou Nisivoccia present a check to
Amy Matthews of the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater New Jersey

Welcoming Sussex County Chamber and American Heart Association

On Wednesday, February 20, 2008, the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce welcomed Tammie Horsfield of the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce and Karen Uricoli of the American Heart Association.  Over fifty Chamber members and guests enjoyed a lunch at the Black Forest Inn.

Lou Nisivoccia welcomes Tammie Horsfield and Karen Uricoli with Rick Ege

2008 Breakfast with the Mayor

The Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce started 2008 with the second annual Breakfast with the Mayor.  The event was held on Tuesday, January 15, 2008.  Over forty Chamber members and guests enjoyed a breakfast provided by the Longhorn Steakhouse.

Lou Nisivoccia welcomes Mayor David Scapicchio and town administrator Bill Sohl

2008 Officers and Board

The Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce held its annual reorganization meeting for 2008 in December.

Lou Nisivoccia of Nisivoccia Consulting has been named the president of the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce for the second consecutive year. With Rick Ege of GBW Insurance named as vice president for 2008.

Joining Lou and Rick are Jeff Stadelman of The Wine Rack as Recording Secretary, Anna Cirilli of Valley National Bank as Corresponding Secretary, and Nick Sarinelli of Nisivoccia & Co. as Treasurer.

Trustees include Rita L. Hilbert of Mount Olive Public Library, Sabine Elsasser of Optimal Family Chiropractic, Dr. Jacqueline Nisivoccia of Morris Podiatry Associates, Thom Torode of Action Business Coaching, Laura Bartus of International Trade Center Alliance, and Nalini Deonarine of Primerica Financial Services.

Ceremonies were held during the Chamber's annual holiday party at The Skylands in Randolph on December 11, 2007.

Board members who were on hand for the photo include (clockwise from back left to front) Thom
Torode, Rick Ege, Lou Nisivoccia, Dr. Jacqueline Nisivoccia, Jeff Stadelman, Richard J. Murray, Esq.,
Nick Sarinelli, Sabine Elsasser, Anna Cirilli, Rita L. Hilbert, and Rev. Paul Ingeneri.

2007 Candidates Night

Story and Photo Courtesy of YFM Media

On Wednesday, October 17, 2007, the Mount Olive Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its third annual Candidates' Night for the upcoming November 6th election. The event was attended by members of the local media as well as over one-hundred (100) residents of Mount Olive Township. Mrs. Gagnon served as the moderator.

The Chamber wanted to provide an event that would benefit the public while aiming to provide an event that publicly highlighted Mount Olive in a positive light, especially for the media. This forum provided the opportunity to show that our political leaders can and will talk about the issues and compare and contrast ideas without any negativism. The Chamber firmly believes that all participants performed in an exemplary manner for our Township.

Richard Escobar, Walter Lata, and
Mayor David Scapicchio