The New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards 2018 The most prestigious acknowledgment of the power of family business in the State of New Jersey Winners will be featured in New Jersey Business magazine, a Publication of the New Jersey Business & Industry Assocation. "Our family was so privileged to be recognized for the values with which we hold so dearly: hard work, innovation and respect for one another. The award has become a major source of inspiration and confidence building for our younger employees who now have a stronger appreciation for our heritage of craftsmanship." William Bauer, Managing Director, ROYCE Leather, New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2016 (Over $10 million) One of the most exciting and rewarding experiences in our lives was winning the New Jersey Family Business of the Year Award. We are very proud of this award and cherish it deeply. The strong work ethic that my father instilled in my brother and me really paid off; my dad would have been really proud of us and the award. With my son Vincent Jr. now in the business, I know the legacy will continue. Vincent Losavio, President, John s Meat Market, New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2006 (Under $10 million) The Family Business of the Year Award definitely gave Gateway an opportunity to showcase our talent and expertise within the service industry. Lou Dell Ermo, Founder and Former Chairman, Gateway Security Inc., New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2004 (Over $10 million) Our family was proud to be honored with the New Jersey Family Business of the Year Award in 2002. We have been citing this award in our advertising and easel displays in all four of our stores ever since and cannot help but think that it builds confidence in our customers. Max Lebersfeld, President, Capitol Lighting, New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2002 (Over $10 million)
Sponsors PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. (WWW.PNC.COM) is one of the nation s largest diversified financial services organizations providing retail and business banking; residential mortgage banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, realestate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. THE ROTHMAN INSTITUTE OF INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP has been serving the academic and business communities in support of entrepreneurship and innovation for over 25 years. The Institute s mission is to teach and support entrepreneurship through collaborative partnerships in the academic and business communities. Since 1989, as part of the Silberman College of Business, the Institute has been supporting entrepreneurship and innovation by offering academic and outreach programs on the local, regional and increasingly, global levels. Outreach programs include the Family Business Forum, CEO Innovation Lecture, Veterans Launching Ventures, Innovation Conferences and New Jersey Business Idea Competition for high school students. THE CRYSTAL PLAZA is a magnificent turn-of-the-century mansion located in Livingston, N.J., and designed by renowned architect, Stanford White, and restored to its original grace and splendor by the Janoff family. Renowned for its cuisine, butler service, sparkling chandeliers, cozy fireplaces and breathtaking Renaissance-styled ballroom the Crystal Plaza creates an atmosphere of refined elegance and sophistication. COUGHLIN DUFFY LLP has solidified its reputation in NJ, nationally, and internationally as a diverse, full-service firm dedicated to providing legal services of exceptional quality and superior value. To every client, they bring the energy, experience and creativity of lawyers and staff committed to obtaining optimal results and fulfilling the highest standards of the profession. They serve as steadfast advocates for family owned business and their entrepreneurial owners, guiding them through their most pressing business and corporate transactions. With offices in NYC and Morristown, Coughlin Duffy prides itself on always being available for its clients and responsive to their concerns. THE NEW JERSEY BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ASSOCATION The New Jersey Business & Industry Association exists to advance the competitive excellence and financial success of our members. With 20,000 member companies that employ over 1 million of New Jersey s workforce, we are the largest and most influential statewide business association in the nation. Eighty-five percent of our members are small businesses. Regarded as the most credible and effective advocate for business in the Garden State, our staff of government affairs experts are vigilant in protecting the interests of our members. We provide practical information through various sources, including our monthly magazine, New Jersey Business, and our daily e-news service, New Jersey Business Today. Our menu of member benefits includes access to NJM Insurance, a Member Action Center to answer complex human resource questions, 30 minutes of free legal consultation on a monthly basis, and a widerange of other money-saving benefits. NJBIA, for a family-owned business like yours.
SOBEL & CO. is an accounting and consulting firm offering a broad range of services to meet the needs of our clients by fostering an environment that encourages personal and professional growth and a passion for the firm s core values. We will continue to be recognized as a leader in the community known for delivering timely, quality professional services through a multi-disciplinary approach. Our vision is that Sobel & Co. will be nationally recognized as the professional service organization that accomplished the ultimate balance between outstanding client service, a focus on family and the financial success of the firm. This will be accomplished by creating a culture of pride and passion that will enable us to continue attracting and retaining the best and brightest professionals, who will be rewarded, recognized and respected for their contributions to a firm that is founded on shared core values. New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards Application The New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards recognizes family firms that best exemplify strong businesses acumen, active family engagement, innovation, and community involvement. Please help us honor the family businesses whose innovative strategies and business practices have had a positive impact on the New Jersey business community and society. Winners will be featured in a notable industry publication and honored at an annual awards luncheon. The 26 th Annual New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards Luncheon will be held at the Crystal Plaza in Livingston, NJ on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Who is Eligible? Eligibility: Any New Jersey-based, family-owned business that now includes, or has included, more than one generation, and whose policies and business practices have had a positive impact on business and the community. Who can Nominate? Nominations may be submitted by anyone. You may nominate your own company. Categories: Category One: Businesses with annual sales/revenues up to $10 million. Category Two: Businesses with annual sales/revenues of more than $10 million. Deadline: Deadline: All nominating forms and any accompanying materials must be emailed by June 22, 2018 to be considered for the New Jersey Family Business of the Year Award.
1. Nominee: Name: Title: Company: Address: Business Phone: Business Fax: Web Site: Email Address 2. Nominators: Name Title Company Address Business Phone Business Fax Web Site Email Address: 3. Type of Business: Manufacturing Retail Sales, Distribution Service Technology Other (please specify): 4. Financial Category (please check one) Up to $10 Million in annual sales Over $10 Million in annual sales 5. Provide total sales numbers for each of the past three years. Year: Sales: Year: Sales: Year: Sales: 6. How long has the nominator known the nominee and in what capacity? (up to 500 Characters)
7. _Company Description: Please include the following information: Year the company was founded: Number of employees: Number of family members involved: Number of generations involved: Generation currently in charge: Oldest active family member: Youngest active family member: Has the company been involved in any controversy that should be considered when submitting a nomination? If yes, please feel free to explain (PLEASE NOTE: A YES ANSWER WILL NOT NECESSARILY DISQUALIFY THE CONSIDERATION OF YOUR COMPANY). (Up to 2000 characters)
8. Describe or draw a family tree showing the generations of family members working in the business (past, present.) Begin with the founder, and include the names and ages of all current family members. (Please provide as a separate document with your application) 9. How did you hear about the Family Business of the Year Awards? Please provide specific details and note all that apply. Mailing/Postcard flyer: Website: E-mail: Social media: Word of mouth (please specify): Phone call: Other (please specify):
10. Please provide us with any DIGITAL PDF files of any brochures, photos, news clips, website addresses, testimonials, letters of recommendation, and advertisements that would give us a more complete picture of your company. These materials truly help to show the well-rounded history and impact of your business. You may also mail in these items to the below mailing address. Please email your completed application, family tree and supporting materials in a zipped file to: Name your company file: [Your Company Name_FBOY16].zip Email file to: srslavin@fdu.edu and rothman@fdu.edu You may also mail your application and all supporting documents to: New Jersey Family Business of the Year Award Rothman Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fairleigh Dickinson University 285 Madison Avenue, M-MS1-05 Madison, NJ 07940 For further information, please contact FDU s Rothman Institute at (973) 443-8842. Email: srslavin@fdu.edu and rothman@fdu.edu