July - Princeton Chamber of Commerce

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JuLY 23, 2014
Champions for Business
August Events at the Chamber
Letter from the Chairman
Dear Friends,
A
highlight of this past month
was the presentation at our monthly
luncheon by Howard Stoeckel, the
recently retired CEO of Wawa. In
April, Wawa celebrated 50 years of
operating convenience stores, having grown from a single store to a
$9 billion enterprise with 22,000
employees and 650 outlets, all operating (and serving coffee) 24
hours a day.
Mr. Stoeckel is widely admired
for his success in strengthening the
Wawa experience that customers
have come to love. He shared stories from his 25 years at Wawa and
used them to illustrate key leadership principles. Perhaps not surprisingly, these principles focused
on his commitment to treating people well and upholding Wawa’s
core values.
Remarkably, Wawa’s successful
business model is based on customer transactions that may average
only $5 and customer interactions
that may last only 4-5 minutes. Wawa customers are time-starved and
want to complete their transactions
quickly. That’s particularly true if
that involves getting their morning
coffee on the way to work.
One of the keys to the Wawa experience, according to Mr. Stoeckel, is its emphasis on store associates serving as brand ambassadors,
who express Wawa’s core values
through their work. For this to work
everything must be aligned around
those values. As he explained, Wawa’s hiring and management is focused on its values. He added that
Wawa also believed in sharing ownership of the company with the people who deliver the Wawa brand,
the associates in every store, who
now own 38 percent of Wawa stock.
It was an impressive story and one
that reminded all of us of the power
of great organizational culture.
Another highlight of the month
was our Regional Mayoral Roundtable. This forum provided the may-
ors of seven municipalities from our
region an opportunity to share their
visions for their communities, as
well as describe the key challenges
they face. It was fascinating to hear
both the similarities and differences
in their perspectives. In particular,
many in the audience were impressed with the positive fiscal and
governance impacts of Princeton’s
consolidation, as reported by Mayor Lempert, as well as the absence
of any interest in exploring consolidation on the part of residents in
other nearby communities.
On June 26 we enjoyed a wonderful Business After Business at
the scenic Springdale Golf Club.
This club serves as the home course
for the Princeton University men’s
and women’s golf teams, and
Chamber members enjoyed the opportunity to explore the club’s facilities at this well-attended event.
On July 1 Eric Jackson was inaugurated as the new mayor of Trenton. As many have said, our region
cannot thrive without a strong capital city. Much anticipation accompanied the election of Trenton’s
new mayor, and he has already
made several key appointments to
his cabinet. The Chamber looks forward to working in partnership with
the new administration to strengthen local businesses and promote
new investment in Trenton.
We have some exciting programs set for the month ahead. On
July 23 the Business Before Business Breakfast event will provide
an opportunity to hear Ron and
Ruthie Bzdewka share their story
of the origins of Princeton’s own
House of Cupcakes. We look forward to hearing them describe how
they perfected their award-winning
cupcakes and other baked goods
(and perhaps sample a few) and
then made the leap to franchise
their business.
Our next monthly luncheon will
feature a presentation by Julie
Brown, the senior VP and chief
technology officer of Universal
Display Corporation. Ms. Brown
has been described as “one of the
20 brainiest people in New Jersey”
and has used her remarkable abilities to develop the technologies behind one of the most innovative
companies in New Jersey. The
company develops organic light
emitting diode technologies that
are used in digital displays for devices such as television screens,
computer monitors, as well as for
lighting and even flexible displays
(think of foldable daily refreshed
newspapers). This will be a fascinating talk.
One final note: the Chamber is
grateful for the support from
throughout the region that has enabled us to achieve record levels of
growth over the first six months of
this year. We have already exceeded 100 new members for the year,
and we’re on track to have the largest growth in membership in our
history. We are stronger financially
than ever and once again we will be
able to partner with the Princeton
Area Community Foundation to
award grants to nonprofit organizations in our region to support community development.
As always, further information
about the Princeton Regional
Chamber of Commerce can be
found by checking our website at
www.princetonchamber.org
or
calling 609-924-1776.
John P. Thurber
Chairman of the Board
Princeton Regional Chamber of
Commerce
August Luncheon, Thursday,
August 7, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Princeton Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, 100 College Road
East, Princeton. Speaker: Julie
Brown, Senior Vice President &
Chief Technology Officer, Universal Display Corporation
Hear how Julie Brown, called
“One of the 20 brainiest people in
New Jersey,” became a developer
and a global leader in technology in
New Jersey.
International Business Breakfast, Tuesday, August 12, 7:30 to
9:30 a.m., Nassau Club of Princeton, 6 Mercer Street, Princeton.
Speaker: Joseph Quinlan, Managing Director and Chief Market
Strategist, U.S. Trust, Bank of
America Private Wealth Management.
Transatlantic Trends will be the
focus of the first in a series of three
breakfasts in conjunction with the
European American Chamber of
Commerce.
Business After Business,
Wednesday, August 13, 5 to 7 p.m.,
Peony Pavilion, 15 Farber Road,
Princeton.
Peony Pavilion, a Japanese and
Asian Fusion, BYO, restaurant
with a lush, exotic, romantic decor
and a star-studded culinary team, is
the newest, exciting addition to
Princeton’s vibrant dining scene.
Come join owner Lisa Shao as she
welcomes the Chamber for a terrific evening of networking. Peony
Pavilion will be showing off their
terrific food and incredible atmosphere. It is a summer event that
should not be missed! Peony Pavilion is named for a famous 16thcentury Chinese opera. The unique
menu takes it cue from time-honored East Asian cuisines with contemporary approaches using the
freshest, finest ingredients to be
found. The peony, which symbolizes good fortune, peace, prosperity and nobility, is interwoven
throughout Peony Pavilion’s dramatic interior design.
Sustaining Sponsors 2014
With great appreciation, the Chamber thanks the following companies and organizations who have shown
their support and loyalty to the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce by becoming Sustaining Sponsors.
Our Sustaining Sponsors enable the Chamber to advance to a level which allows the resources for greater
benefits and enhanced programs events to our Members and the business community.
Platinum
Bristol Myers Squibb, Fox Rothschild, PSE&G, Bank of America, OnePrinceton,
New Jersey Manufacturers, Thomas Edison State College, Novo Nordisk, Capital Health,
RWJ University Hospital Hamilton, Wells Fargo Bank, Investors Bank
Gold
Verizon, Studio Hillier, Leigh Visual Imaging, Glenmede, Paychex, Princeton University, Hopewell Valley
Community Bank, Blackrock, Morgan Stanley, PNC Bank, Caliper, First Choice Bank, Szaferman Lakind, NRG
Silver
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, PC, Nelligan Sports Marketing Inc., Eden Autism Services, Princeton Air Conditioning,
The Mercadien Group, Provident Bank, The Bank of Princeton, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Sun National Bank Center,
Mercer County Community College, NAI Fennelly, Peapack Gladstone, Borden Perlman Salisbury & Kelly, Princeton
Healthcare System, TD Bank, Sam’s Club, Princeton Global Asset Management
Bronze
Bloomberg, Comcast Business Class, ETS, First Bank, Hill, Barth & King, The JM Group, Madolyn Greve — Callaway Henderson,
Mrs G TV & Appliances, Munich ReAmerica, PinG, Rue Insurance, St. Lawrence Rehabilitation Center, Sandler Training,
SES Engineering, Sound Choice, Stevens & Lee, United Way of Greater Mercer County, WithumSmith+Brown
August Membership Orientation, Tuesday, August 19, 8 to 9:30
a.m., Residence Inn by Marriott
Princeton/Carnegie Center, 100
Canal Pointe Boulevard, Princeton.
This orientation and seminar is
free for new Members, new representatives of existing Members and
current Members who want to learn
more about how to maximize their
Membership. It is highly recommended that New Members attend
this important meeting. You will
have a chance to meet fellow
Chamber colleagues, as well as
hear from some key Chamber personnel. The event is free of charge
but is only open to existing Chamber Members. Breakfast is included. The seminar is an overview of
the Princeton Regional Chamber of
Commerce and is designed for
businesses and organizations that
have already submitted a Membership application.
Business Before Business
Breakfast, Wednesday, August 20,
7:30 to 9:30 a.m., Nassau Club of
Princeton, 6 Mercer Street, Princeton. Speaker: Ben Weiss, founder
& CEO, bai brands.
Ben will share the story of how
he took his local small business
from his basement to supermarket
shelves across the country.
Swing into Success, Thursday,
August 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.,
Princeton Country Club, 1 Wheeler
Way, Princeton.
Join us as we take a swing at the
indoor simulators at the Princeton
Country Club. Pros will oversee
skill development for ALL types of
golfers in a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Save the Dates:
September Events
Thursday, September 4:
Monthly Luncheon
Wednesday, September 17:
Business Before Business Breakfast
Thursday, September 18:
Business After Business
Tuesday, September 23: 2014
Healthcare Symposium
Tuesday, September 30: Membership Orientation
Tuesday,
September
30:
Plains­boro Business Networking
Save the Dates:
Special Events
Healthcare Symposium, Tuesday, September 23, 7:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m. Conference Center at
Mercer County Community College .
Questions? Contact Cheri Durst
at 609-924-1776 or [email protected]
2014 Women’s Leadership
Conference, Thursday, October
30, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Princeton Marriott Hotel & Conference Center.
Featuring: Sandra Sobieraj
Westfall, Washington Bureau
Chief, PEOPLE magazine. Janet
Kestin and Nancy Vonk, the advertising team behind the Dove “Real
Beauty” Campaign
Questions? Contact Lorraine
Holcombe at 609-924-1776 or [email protected].
JULY 23, 2014
Interested in Joining
the Chamber?
D
id you know that more than
60 percent of our member businesses have 25 or fewer employees? What does that mean? This
means that these small businesses
need resources — resources many
of our Members are ready, willing,
and able to provide.
If you haven’t taken the time to
attend one of our events, now’s the
time to step forward and join the
Chamber! We provide our nearly
900 members with quality services,
which include networking and
marketing opportunities that will
enhance their ability to run a successful business.
Chamber Events: Receive invitations to attend nearly 100
events each year, including networking receptions, luncheons, forums and special events.
Awareness Building: Increase
your visibility by participating in
Annual Chamber trade show
events, awards galas, and golf outings.
Destination Marketing: Automatically become a Member of the
Princeton Regional Convention &
Visitors Bureau with Chamber
Membership.
Continued Growth through
Diversity: Embrace regional diversity through growing partnerships such as the Capital Region
Minority Chamber of Commerce
and the Women in Business Alliance.
Customer Referrals: Be recommended. Each week the Chamber receives inquiries asking to be
referred to a business which will
meet their needs.
Brochure/Business Card Display: Display your brochure and/or
business card at the Chamber office, at no additional charge.
Chamber Website: Build your
online presence through the Chamber website, a leading resource to
find out about Princeton region.
The site profiles all Chamber members.
Business Directory: Get published in comprehensive listing of
more than 800 member businesses
published annually. Additional advertising opportunities are available.
Newsletter: Gain exposure by
being featured in the Chamber’s
monthly U.S. 1 newsletter.
Direct Mail Options: Purchase
a mailing list of the full Chamber
Membership or have your flyer inserted into the Chamber’s monthly
events calendar mailing.
Exciting News in the Princeton
Region!
Join McGraw-Hill Federal Credit Union For
a Financial Wellness Seminar! Take the Wheel:
Get the Best Car Deal. Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Dinner and dessert begins at 5 p.m. Seminar starts
promptly at 5:45 p.m. 120 Windsor Center Drive,
East Windsor. Contact Annmarie MacDonald at
1-800-226-6428, x6513 to register.
Arijit Singh Live. Where: Sun National Bank
Center in Trenton . Date: Saturday, August 2 @ 8
p.m. (Doors open 7 p.m.)
Arijit Singh surfaced in the music scene as one
of the top six contestants of Fame Gurukul. He
joined music director Pritam as an assistant. His
voice has since been featured in many recent hit
films like Cocktail, Barfi, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Chennai Express. However, he shot to
fame with the highly successful and critically acclaimed songs of Aashiqui 2. Visit www.sunnationalbankcenter.com/event-detail.php?id=638
for more information!
The Carrier Clinic is holding its fourth annual
Walk of Hope Day. The Walk event will take place
on Saturday, September 20. Registration begins at
9 a.m. and the walk begins at 10 a.m. We will be
offering lots of family fun, a one-mile walk on our
campus, free food and beverages, games, a DJ,
Magic 98.3 on premises, a “doggie oasis,” mental
health resources, the Montgomery Township JV
and varsity cheerleading squads, art projects, and
many other exciting activities designed to make
this a fun, family day for the whole community.
Visit
www.carrierclinic.donorpages.com/
WalkofHope2014/ for more information!
Chamber at Work:
Above, Peter Crowley, President & CEO, Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce, left; Howard Stoeckel,
CEO Wawa, retired; and John
Thurber, Chairman of the
Board at the July Luncheon.
At right, Jay MacLean, MacLean Agency, having some
fun with the attendees at the
Mid-Summer Marketing
Showcase.
Photos by Jennifer Guhl, Princeton
Chamber of Commerce.
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