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Quality in Busin�s, Quality in Living

AWARDS DINNER

32NDANNUAL

Thursday, March 23, 2017Lake Mohawk Country Club • Sparta, NJ

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Sussex County Chamber of Commerce

120 Hampton House Road

Newton, NJ 07860

Phone: (973) 579-1811 Fax: (973) 579-3031

www.sussexcountychamber.org

mail@sussexcountychamber.org

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Chamber Council Affiliatesthe sussex County Chamber of Commerce has six Chamber

Councils, each offering members of the Council’s area opportunities to work together to better their communities.

• Branchville-Frankford-lafayette Chamber Council• Central sussex Chamber Council• Franklin-Hardyston Chamber Council• southern sussex Chamber Council• sparta Chamber Council• sussex-Wantage Chamber Council

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President’s Message About the AwardsThe Sussex County Chamber of Commerce Annual Quality inBusiness/Quality in Living Awards Program is one of the most direct waysto honor those companies and individuals who have unconditionallyprovided exemplary service to the County. They have been role models ofidealism and integrity both in their ethical business practices and in thehumanitarian lifestyles they have brought to this County. They areinnovative change agents, reaching beyond the status quo to accomplishgoals others often think are impossible.

It is for these reasons that we honor those who have set high standards forquality in business and living. Because of this, our selection process isrigorous, demanding, and thorough. The program we are enjoying tonightis a true celebration of the standards for business and living we intend topreserve in Sussex County. As a result, the Chamber is indeed proud toshow public appreciation for the care, dedication, and value this year’saward recipients have brought to our County.

We enthusiastically honor both the nominees and the award recipients fortheir innovation, vision and commitment. I am pleased to join all of you inpublicly thanking and acknowledging these leaders for their contributionsto our community.Sincerely,

Tammie Horsfield, President

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Don't Miss Out...on these future Chamber events

4/13/17: DISNEY'S aPPROaCH TO BUSINESS EXCELLENCEPROFESSIONaL DEvELOPMENT COURSE sussex County Community College8:30 am to 4:30 pm (approximate)

9/17/17: SUSSEX COUNTY DaY aT CHaMPIONS OF THE GRILLsussex County Fairgrounds12:00 pm to 5:00 pm

10/30/17: BUSINESS EXPOCrystal springs Country Club4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

CHaMBER BUSINESS TO BUSINESS BREakFaSTSare held the 2nd tuesday of every month

(except in July and august) at various locations.doors open at 7:30 am. reservations are required.

FOR MORE INFORMaTIONPlease Call tHe CHamBer at 973-579-1811

Or visit Our WeBsite at:WWW.sussexCOuntyCHamBer.Org

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Angelo J. BolcatoLaddey, Clark & Ryan, LLP

Joe DiPaoloNewton Medical Center,

Atlantic Health

Buffie DobbsDobbs Creative Group, LLC

Jackie EspinozaJCP&L, a FirstEnergy Corp.

Jennifer GardnerSussex County YMCA

Rocky Gott

Lynn GrovesKittatinny Valley State Park

Don HallThe Chatterbox

Cathy KutRealty Executives Exceptional Realtors

T LoveQuantum Wellness

Sara Ann MeglettiPB&J Stores, Inc.

Frank M. WarrHQW Architects

Lidia ZdunekFirst Hope Bank

2017 Officers

2017 Board of Trustees

Jackie Espinoza, Chairwoman

Jennifer Gardner, Vice-Chairwoman

T Love, Secretary

Buffie Dobbs, Treasurer

Angelo J. Bolcato, Past Chairman

Tammie Horsfield, President

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This Evening’s ProgramCOCKTAIL RECEP TION6:00pm to 7:00pm (cash bar)

DINNER AND AWARDS PRESENTIONWELCOME

J a c k i e E s p i n o z aCha i r w oman o f t h e B o a r d o f T r u s t e e s , S u s s e x C o u n t y C h amb e r o f C omme r c e

a n d A r e a Man a g e r, J CP&L , a F i r s t En e r g y C ompan y

AWARDS PRESENTATIONTa m m i e H o r s f i e l d

P r e s i d e n t S u s s e x C o u n t y C h amb e r o f C omme r c e

MenuSEASONAL SALAD

Medley of Mixed Field Greens with Candied Walnuts and Dried Craberries

CRISPY ORGANIC CHICKEN BREAST with Roasted Garlic, Onions & Wild Mushrooms served with

Fresh Seasonal Vegetables and Roasted Red Potatoes

CHEF'S CHOICE DESSERT

Thank you to our Sponsors!

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Description of Awards & NomineesCHAIRMAN’S AWARD: The Chairman's Award is reserved forthat individual or organization that has made an exemplary and/orextraordinary contribution to the County in the past twelve months.This award is presented by the immediate past Chair of theChamber.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT: This new award recognizes anindividual that has made an extraordinary, long–term contribution tothe community for many years.

2017 NOMINEES:• Laddey, Clark and Ryan, LLP • Newton Police Dept/Narcan• Sussex County C.L.E.A.R. Program• Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative2016 WINNER: The National Parks Conservation Association Scenic, Wild Delaware River Geotourism Program

2017 NOMINEES:• Elizabeth Morgan • Terry Newhard • The Nicholson Family• Dawn Tedesco 2016 WINNER: E. Scott Danielson (Posthumous), Hon. Edward V. Gannon J.S.C. (Posthumous), Charles M. Kuperus (Posthumous), Gene Walter Mulvihill (Posthumous)

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Description of Awards & NomineesQUALITY IN BUSINESS AWARD: This award is given inrecognition of a business organization, which began as a smallenterprise and has either survived in its original form for many yearsor has grown larger as the result of fair customer practice and/orexceptional quality of service.

2017 NOMINEES:• Andersen Farms LLC• Andre’s Lakeside Dining• Bear Brook Valley • Bentley Assisted Living• The Chocolate Goat • CKW• Comet Management• Comet Security• CP Engineering LLC• Farmstead Golf and Country Club • Friendly’s (Newton & Wantage)• Garden of Life Massage & Yoga Center• Homestead Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center• Laddey, Clark, and Ryan LLP• Montague Tool & Supply Co., Inc.• Space Farms Zoo and Museum• Sparta Books • Sparta Dental Designs• Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative• The Hair Gallery • The Mitchell Agency• Toyota World of Newton2016 WINNER: Home Furniture Warehouse and Krogh’s Restaurant and Brew Pub

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Description of Awards & NomineesENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS AWARD: Given to a businessleader that has successfully created new and innovative products orservices and has experienced outstanding growth due to theircreativity and innovative marketing.

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL AWARD: Presented to a youngbusiness leader (40 years or under) in recognition of his/her businessachievement and/or service to the community.

2017 NOMINEES:

2016 WINNER: Chelbus Cleaning Company Inc. and The Chocolate Goat Gift Shoppe

• Kate and Rich Hashway• Ron Kahn • Leslie Martin • Anastasia Negri

• Beckie Sajban • Steve and Rachel Scro • Bela and Alice Szigethy

2017 NOMINEES:• Tor Andersen• Timothy Dinan• Corey Feinsod • Tiffany Heineman• Dr. William Holdsworth • Ryan Hynson• Jessica Jansyn • Anastasia Negri• Lidia Zdunek2016 WINNER: Jake Lighten

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Description of Awards & NomineesQUALITY IN LIVING AWARD: This award is in recognition ofa non-profit health, educational, social service, or recreationalorganization or agency whose activities produce broad personalbenefits for large numbers of County residents, thereby contributingsignificantly to the quality of living in Sussex County

BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP AWARD: Given to an individual,business or organization that demonstrates a partnership approachwith other stakeholder(s) as a major element in their achievement. A“partnership” should be interpreted as a formal or informalcooperative program or agreement between business enterprises andorganizations.

2017 NOMINEES:• Atlantic Ambulance• Birth Haven• High Point State Park • IES Brain Research• SCARC Guardianship• Willow Glen Academy 2016 WINNER: Ginnie’s House

2017 NOMINEES:• Farmstead Golf and Country Club • Mountain Creek & Special Olympics• Newton Theatre /Newton Restaurants • NJ Herald Advertising • Project Self Sufficiency Taste of Talent • Saint Clare’s Ambulance & Vernon Twp• SK Shred & Karen Ann Quinlan• Sussex County C.L.E.A.R. Program2016 WINNER: Mohawk House

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Description of Awards & NomineesTOURISM AWARD: This award is given to the organization oragency whose cultural, agricultural, recreational, or entertainmentprograms and/or services are of such quality and reputation that theyserve to attract tourists in and around Sussex County.

WELLNESS AWARD: This award is given to an individual ororganization promoting a healthier Sussex County throughprogramming and or activities, significantly contributing to thehealth and wellness of our community.

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2017 NOMINEES:• Farmstead Golf and Country Club • The Great Divide Campground• Hidden Pastures• Holiday Inn Express• Kittatinny Valley State Park• Milk Street Distillery • The Newton Theatre• Skydive Sussex• Skylands Stadium • Sparta Education Foundation Dragon Boat • Sparta Historical Society• Wild West City 2016 WINNER: F. Phyllis Oppenheimer and Skylands Stadium

2017 NOMINEES:• American Cancer Society • Garden of Life Massage & Yoga Center• Kittatinny Valley State Park• Laddey, Clark, and Ryan LLP• Sparta Cancer Center2016 WINNER: Sussex County YMCA

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Description of Awards & NomineesCOMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD: This award is given to anindividual or organization that provides strong community outreachactivities, which could include sponsoring, supporting and/orunderwriting worthwhile community activities.

PHILANTHROPIC AWARD: This award is given to anindividual or business that generously and substantially contributesfinancial resources from business or personal sources to one or morecharitable or non-profit organizations located within Sussex County.

2017 NOMINEES:• Father John’s Animal House• First Hope Bank • Franklin Mutual Insurance • Homer’s Restaurant • I Heart Media• Ronetco ShopRite• Sparta Elks 2016 WINNER: Lakeland Bank

2017 NOMINEES:• 200 Club of Sussex County• Ames Rubber Corp• First Hope Bank • Lake Mohawk German Christmas Market • Mohawk House & Nielsen Auto Group• Newton Medical Center-Atlantic Health Systems• Thorlabs2016 WINNER: Sparta Kiwanis Club

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Description of Awards & NomineesDAVID C. HERZENBERG AWARD: This award represents atribute to that organization or individual who makes significantcontributions to the health and welfare of County residents throughthe provision of direct health care and/or human service activities.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS AWARD: Awarded in Recognition of awoman business leader with an established track record of significantaccomplishments in business and / or community.

2017 NOMINEES:• Barn Hill Care Center• Durga Tree International Inc.• Family Promise • Homestead Rehabilitation and Health Care Center • Joseph T Quinlan Bereavement Center • Captain Lee Moreau – Lake Hopatcong Cruises • National Alliance on Mental Illness – Sussex Affiliate (NAMI)• Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services• United Way of Northern New Jersey2016 WINNER: Project Self-Sufficiency

2017 NOMINEES:

2016 WINNER: Cecelia Clayton

• Rhona Beadle • Lori Space Day • Tracey deWaal• Robin M. Dolan• Lauren D. Fraser • Betty Garger

• Ursula Leo • Sara Megletti• Tina Miragliotti • Elizabeth Morgan • Megan Sandow • Diane Taylor

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Description of Awards & NomineesHUMANITARIAN AWARD: This award honors a company,organization or individual who extends a humanitarian effort that isclearly outside the normal scope of their business or professional life,contributing financial resources and/or extensive personalinvolvement to the effort.

VOLUNTEER AWARD: This award is given to an individual whogives of himself or herself and who is known for his/her personaldedication and contribution of quality time to one or more charitableorganizations.

2017 NOMINEES:• First Baptist Church of Sussex• Manna House• Samaritan Inn• Sussex County Fire Departments & EMS• Sussex County Food Pantry Volunteers • Dr. Edward Tirpack 2016 WINNER: The Spanish Cultural Club at Sussex County Technical School

2017 NOMINEES:

2016 WINNER: James Furgeson

• Bob Charlton• Lori Space Day • Peggy Fischer • Don Hall• T Love • Sara Megletti

• John Quinlan • Mary Ann Ryan • Barbara Wortmann• Lidia Zdunek• Linda Zulus

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Description of Awards & NomineesCUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD: Presented to thebusiness/organization that can best demonstrate that it has thecustomer at the heart of the business and deploys and manages itsresources to most effectively meet the needs of its customer base.

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2017 NOMINEES:• Center for Prevention and Counseling• Chatterbox Drive In • The Chocolate Goat • Culligan Tri County Water Conditioning• The Hardware Store of Sparta• Jackie Espinoza- JCP&L, A FirstEnergy Company• Lakeland Bank• Realty Executives Exceptional Realtors (Sparta) • Rock Island Lake Club • Sparta Library • Sussex County YMCA • Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative• Sussexpress2016 WINNER: Sussex Rural Electric Cooperative and Rock Island Lake Club

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Description of Awards & NomineesBEAUTIFICATION AWARD: This award is given to anindividual, business, or organization that has enhanced the economicwell-being and quality of life in Sussex County by contributing to itsbeauty and maintenance.

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2017 NOMINEES:• Abbey Glen Pet Memorial Park • Byram Township• Crossed Keys Inn• Farmstead Golf and Country Club • Lake Mohawk Country Club• National Winter Activity Center• Sparta Township • Stillwater General Store• Waterloo Village 2016 WINNER: Selective Insurance

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