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The Leading Women Entrepreneurs (LWE) Initiative was developed for the purpose of recognizing and connecting female business owners who exhibit outstanding performance in four areas: Market Potential, Innovation, Community Involvement and Advocacy for Women.

Hundreds of nominations were received from women entrepreneurs who are all accomplished, intelligent and inspired by their work. The 150 LWE finalists who were selected are women who together, support numerous non-profits, are employing thousands, generating millions and represent a variety of industries. A list of the Phase One Finalists is on page 19 of the LWE section. Phase One finalists are automatically submitted for Phase Two of the competition where our Advisory Board helps to select the Top 25. The Top 25 are then celebrated at the annual LWE Recognition Evening which will be held on December 4, 2014 at Fiddlers Elbow Country Club.

The LWE initiative is an opportunity to showcase these dynamic women and their stories to the next generation of business owners. We hope that learning about these powerful journeys is enough to inspire many others.

Through our media partners, events, global retreats and membership we hope to spotlight women courageous enough to imagine a better life and then make it happen. We honor their innovation, drive and commitment as essential to the continued growth of American business.

It is with great honor that we present the 2014 Leading Women Entrepreneur finalists. They are women who have demonstrated the value of leadership and the heights to which it can take a person, a community or even a nation.

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JoinUs at the Annual LWE Top 25 Recognition Event:

Thursday, December 4. 2014Fiddlers Elbow Country ClubBedminster, NJ6:00 - 9:00 pm

Register atLWEWorld.com201-388-9624 [email protected]

Early rate is $125 untilNovember 3, 2014

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Rising to NewHeightsThis years event theme is Rising to New Heightsand we will be showcasing women who havedone just that! Hundreds of nominationswere received from women entrepreneurs whoare all accomplished, intelligent and inspiredby their work; these trend-setting women make

a difference in their companies, industries and communities.Their contributions have given rise to the creation of theLeading Women Entrepreneurs and Business Owners Initiative,an honor which was open to the women of our state who havebeen keeping the small business economic engine warm.

The Top 25 who were selected to honor are women who supportnumerous non-profits, are employing thousands, generatingmillions and represent a variety of industries.

The Top 25 New Jersey Leading Women Entrepreneurs25 women who live or do business in New Jersey will be recipientsof New Jersey’s Top 25 Leading Women Entrepreneurs recognition.These exceptional women will be recognized for their strongbusiness acumen and influence they possess to re-inventthemselves and their businesses in an ever changing and everchallenging marketplace and economy.

Global Leading Women EntrepreneurDuring the annual Global Leading Women Entrepreneurs retreatin July 2014 to Ireland, nearly 100 women from Cork, Irelandapplied to pitch their business to the LWE panel of experts togain strategic advice on how to scale into the U.S. The winner ofthe Pitch session will be joining us and celebrated at the Top 25LWE Recognition Event on December 4th.

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The business experts on the Ireland panel above include:Karolina Dehnhard of Budd Larner, Caroline Gosselin,Founder of Gosselin Group at Prominent Properties Sotheby’sInternational Realty, Tara Gilvar, Founder of BIG, LindaWellbrock, Founder of Leading Women Entrepreneurs, AlexandraZetlin of Zetlin Strategic Communications, Liz Swinicki,Founder of Pravda Consulting, Susan Ascher, President ofThe Ascher Group and Terry Tateossian, Founder of Social Fix.


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Tracy’s passion, integrity, and leadership in medical communications have led Phoenix to success through the development of innovative, enterprise-wide turnkey services that meet the ever-changing compliance and regulatory demands of the medical marketing landscape. This combined with Angela’s ability to lead large teams with focus, clear direction, and professionalism have led the two to overcome industry obstacles, adapt to change, and grow Phoenix Marketing Solutions into a best-in-class resource for the Life Sciences Industry.

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Tracy is the 2005 New Jersey winner of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in the Healthcare Solutions and Services category. Phoenix has been recognized by Entrepreneur; by NJBIZ in “New Jersey’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies,” ranking number 3 in 2013; and year over year by Inc. Most recently, Tracy and Angela were featured in Forbes as regional female leaders in business.

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}JoinUs at the Annual LWE Top 25 Recognition Event:

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Linked inLeadingWomen Entrepreneurs #LWE US LindaWellbrock

Rising to NewHeightsThis years event theme is Rising to New Heightsand we will be showcasing women who havedone just that! Hundreds of nominationswere received from women entrepreneurs whoare all accomplished, intelligent and inspiredby their work; these trend-setting women make

a difference in their companies, industries and communities.Their contributions have given rise to the creation of theLeading Women Entrepreneurs and Business Owners Initiative,an honor which was open to the women of our state who havebeen keeping the small business economic engine warm.

The Top 25 who were selected to honor are women who supportnumerous non-profits, are employing thousands, generatingmillions and represent a variety of industries.

The Top 25 New Jersey Leading Women Entrepreneurs25 women who live or do business in New Jersey will be recipientsof New Jersey’s Top 25 Leading Women Entrepreneurs recognition.These exceptional women will be recognized for their strongbusiness acumen and influence they possess to re-inventthemselves and their businesses in an ever changing and everchallenging marketplace and economy.

Global Leading Women EntrepreneurDuring the annual Global Leading Women Entrepreneurs retreatin July 2014 to Ireland, nearly 100 women from Cork, Irelandapplied to pitch their business to the LWE panel of experts togain strategic advice on how to scale into the U.S. The winner ofthe Pitch session will be joining us and celebrated at the Top 25LWE Recognition Event on December 4th.

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The business experts on the Ireland panel above include:Karolina Dehnhard of Budd Larner, Caroline Gosselin,Founder of Gosselin Group at Prominent Properties Sotheby’sInternational Realty, Tara Gilvar, Founder of BIG, LindaWellbrock, Founder of Leading Women Entrepreneurs, AlexandraZetlin of Zetlin Strategic Communications, Liz Swinicki,Founder of Pravda Consulting, Susan Ascher, President ofThe Ascher Group and Terry Tateossian, Founder of Social Fix.


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CONTACT INFO:Bari Zell Weinberger, esq. | Weinberger law group, llc.800.891.1794 | [email protected] | www.WeinbergerLawGroup.com

ari Z. Weinberger, founder and managing

partner of Weinberger Law Group, experienced

divorce firsthand when she witnessed the end of herparents’ marriage as a child. Fast forward to 2008, when

she decided to start her own family law practice, and

decided that her firm would be different. Through its

sole focus on divorce and family law, Weinberger Law

Group is devoted to enhancing the lives of clients

through “compassionate counsel.”

This refreshing approach to such a sensitive and

personal area of law has helped Weinberger Law

Group grow from 2 employees to a staff of 52 with

offices throughout New Jersey... all in less than 6 years.

Under Bari’s leadership, the firm’s team approach and

pursuit of professional excellence has created an

incredibly positive employee work culture, recognized

as one of New Jersey’s “Best Places to Work.”

Today, Weinberger Law Group is the largest divorce

and family law firm in New Jersey and a trusted

authority in all areas of family law, including: divorce,

child custody, child support, alimony, domestic

violence, same-sex marriage and divorce, prenuptial

agreements, and more.

Bari’s extensive family law credentials support her

success. She is a certified Matrimonial Law attorney,

a designation achieved by only two percent of New

Jersey attorneys, and is the recipient of countless

awards and recognitions. She is a regular resource for

news, TV and radio media outlets. However, her true

joy and passion comes from being there for clients and

helping them transition into a more fulfilling chapter

in their lives.

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Q: If you had one sentence in which to describe your law firm, what would it be?

A: Our team of attorneys are compassionate, responsive and possess the outstanding legal skills necessary to help support, empower and help our clients achieve successful results.

Q: What’s a typical workday like for you?

A: A typical workday is first determined by the needs of our clients. I might have an early morning meeting to talk with a client about what options are available in his or her child custody dispute or collaborate with one of our attorneys about a domestic violence case. After this, I may need to drive over to court to be with my client who has a hearing. In the afternoon, I could have another meeting with a client to talk strategy before she and her spouse begin divorce mediation. In between, I am making calls and answering emails. While every day is different, there is one consistent theme: providing top-quality legal representation and effectively communicating with our clients.

Q: What are some of the trending, most interesting topics you are seeing in divorce or family law today:

A: Social media now plays a huge part in discovery in divorce cases. My advice: be careful what you post because you never know when that Facebook comment, Instagram photo or sarcastic tweet could come back to haunt you! The world of marriage and divorce is also becoming increasingly political, with some states promoting “one day divorce” and others working to make it more difficult for couples to divorce. You can think of it this way: with the same-sex marriage fight on the way to being won, there seems to be a new war brewing over the right to divorce, whether you’re gay or straight.

Q: Does it matter whether you have a male or female attorney?

A: When choosing an attorney, what’s key is knowledge and experience, not gender. Knowing that your attorney is listening, truly hears what you are asking, and then understands what you need are the most important factors, not whether they are male or female.

Q: Almost every entrepreneur/business owner experiences roadblocks. Who or what keeps you motivated during difficult times?

A: From the very start, my husband Aaron has been instrumental in helping me create and grow my firm. I can always rely on his business acumen and unconditional belief in my abilities. I consider Aaron to be my business mentor because he helps me to succeed by telling me what I need to hear, not necessarily what I want to hear.

Q: What are some obstacles you’ve faced in getting to where you are right now?

A: Like other women, I’ve had to fight the “glass ceiling” in order to get ahead in male-dominated firms. How I handled these challenges was to make up my mind to do things differently and create a law firm that has a positive culture of equality and excellence. I followed through and now have the distinction of being one of the few female sole partners in charge of one of the largest family law firms in New Jersey!

Q: What keeps you motivated to excel in your career?

A: As a divorce and family law attorney, helping my clients through times of great transition, protecting their future, and partnering with them through the process, motivates me each and every day to do my best. I also have an extraordinary team of individuals working with me at the firm. Helping them to build their own professional careers is another part of my work life that I find exciting and rewarding.

Q: Can you help us end by offering up some words that might be useful for other entrepreneurs?

A: I live by a quote from the Van Halen song, Get Up, “Hold your head up high, look ‘em in the eye, never say die; get up and make it work.”

Currently holding down the fort at the largest family law firm in the state, we asked Bari Zell Weinberger a few questions about what makes her law firm one of the top, leading-edge law firms in New Jersey.

LEARN MORE BY VISITING: www.WLG.com/gettoknowbari

Who: Bari Zell Weinberger – Family law attorney and certified matrimonial specialist with over 15 years experience representing clients in New Jersey.

What: Leading Woman Entrepreneur, Managing Partner, Owner & Founder Family Law & Divorce Firm in New Jersey

Where: Weinberger Law Group, LLC.

Number of Employees: 50-60

Attorneys: 22

Contact: (800) 891-1794

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Susan’s Mavins team provides concierge-style services and plans transitions based on a client’s individual needs, providing a full array of services to streamline the moving process from start to finish. Mavins plan, provide expert referrals, home organization, staging, move-in and unpack services, home sales and purchases.

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Susan is a Certified Relocation and Transition Specialist, Senior Real Estate Specialist, NJAR® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® recipient, Five Star Professional Real Estate Award recipient, and Weichert Club top sales agent who moves clients to the closing table quickly and smoothly.

Susan and the Mavins take care of it all, from relocations and downsizing to staging and home sales. She combines her kind, compassionate nature with her professionalism and negotiation skills to expertly manage all your moving and real estate needs.

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includes the area’s top lawyers, accountants, and therapists; some of whom are based at the Tomaro Professional Center, a 10,000-square-foot center, owned and developed by Victoria. During her career, Victoria has consistently been ranked among the top producers for TFS, an organization of 325 affiliated consultants in 22 states. She has been honored as “Representative of the Year,” a recognition she received more than anyone else within the organization. She also helps women succeed in the financial industry through networking and mentoring opportunities. She is an active member of the Jersey Shore Collaborative Law Group, and Women Presidents’ Organization, Monmouth County chapter. Victoria balances her success with numerous charitable endeavors including contributions to Superstorm Sandy victims, the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties and local needy families.

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and physical pain of the car accident that killed my little brother and left me unable to walk had ruled me, inside and out. The pain in my left foot was so excruciating that I could not stand for more than three minutes at a time, and every several months I had yet another arthroscopic surgery to vacuum out the bone chips that had collected in my left ankle, where I had no cartilage. After all of the years of surgeries and painkillers, I was not getting any better. My health was only getting worse, and I was putting on weight at an alarming rate. I felt numb from all of the suffering—I could not even feel emotionally attached to my children. I was up to my throat in grief and anxiety. I turned to the universe and prayed for a miracle. My prayers were answered and I met my Qigong Master Lin and my life changed. As I started practicing qigong, I felt better and the pain and struggle started to fade away. I embraced my inner child who was lost in darkness for

almost 40 years, she was trying to get my attention in various ways, but I was living my life on auto pilot, so was not able to hear her cry. My present health, both physical and emotional, is incredible. My perspective is completely different; I look at tough experiences as ways to grow, and more often than not I live in joy. I give workshops in Qigong and meditation in my local area, and I can stand up for three whole hours We do not have to suffer emotionally or physically. Our bodies are a miracle. We can heal, once the focus turns inward. Knowing your body’s systems and your inner self, you can start making the shifts in your body that are necessary for healing. That is how I started. Your healing depends on how open and willing, how committed and responsible, you are. Everything that has happened in your life did not take place in one moment—likewise, healing is a process. It is like a seed; it takes nurturing, loving care, and sunshine to grow. How open are you to receiving the healing energy of the universe? The universe is always ready to help us.

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As a founding member of the boutique firm Kelly & Associates, LLC, Vanessa

Kelly has built an employment practice that is known for providing big firm expertise in a more responsive environment. “We do the same complex and challenging work as larger firms, but we have much more flexibility and lower overhead costs,” Kelly says. “Instead of being just one of many attorneys working with a client, we’re able to build long-term relationships and really get to know our clients’ businesses. Our goal is to exceed client expectations by being smart, creative, attentive, and responsive. We recognize that the client has many choices for legal representation; we never take clients for granted and are deeply grateful for the trust placed by our clients.”

Before forming Kelly & Associates, LLC, Ms. Kelly gained experience in employment counseling and litigation at a national employment firm.

Now the owner of her own business, Ms. Kelly has acquired even more insight into the challenges faced by her clients. “We’re very much in touch with the pressures that go along with being business owners, be they financial or employee-related,” she notes. “My experience as an employer has shaped and improved my counseling skills.”

Ms. Kelly has extensive experience in drafting employment agreements, creating human resource policies, and advising clients on employment issues. She has also achieved significant litigation success, having won no-cause verdicts for a number of employers. “Clients find my style emphatic and reassuring,” Kelly says. “It’s very rewarding to be able to listen to clients and figure out a practical solution that works for them.” Yet at the same time, Ms. Kelly is assertive and proactive in defending her clients when they are involved in litigation.

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Judith Schumacher-Tilton is President of Tilton Automotive, parent company of Schumacher Chevrolet in Little Falls and Gearhart Chevrolet in Denville, both of which are among the largest volume auto dealerships in New Jersey.

In addition to business, Judith also serves her community through a variety of charitable missions. She serves on the Montclair State University Foundation Board, the Boys and Girls Club of Clifton Trustee Board, the Lakeland Bank Advisory Board, the Chilton Memorial Hospital Foundation Board, Passaic County 200 Club Trustee Board and the Domestic Violence Response Team for the Passaic County Women’s Shelter. In 2009, along with her son Stephen Tilton Jr., she established Give the Kids Hope Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)3 organization which supports educational and recreational opportunities for underprivileged children in New Jersey.

Judith serves as the Chairman of the Womens Dealer Advisory council at General Motors. She

was awarded Business Person of the Year by the local PBA in 2005, the 2009 Business Woman of the Year by John I. Crecco Foundation, 2010 Community Service Award for Business by the Giblin Association of New Jersey and in 2011 she was honored by Housing Partnership Home Ownership Center.

Judith was recently honored with the Women’s Choice Award by Women Certified and was also nominated as 2012 TIME Dealer of the Year—becoming New Jersey’s first-ever female to compete. She went on to win the title of Northeast Regional TIME Dealer of the Year and was among the four finalists for the national title which was recently published in TIME Magazine. Most recently she was honored by Assembly Speaker Sheila Y. Oliver with the 2012 Shirley Chisholm Award for Female Entrepreneurship and was honored in the fall of 2012 as Woman of the Year by the Boy Scouts of America. Tilton Automotive was a finalist in the 2013 New Jersey Family Business of the year.

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“When the Russians hacked into Citibank in 1994 Alta helped build

the first ever information security organization. Twenty years later we are recruiting Chief Information Security Officers and the teams that support them for companies that are the targets of sophisticated cyber attacks and identity theft,” says Joyce Brocaglia, CEO of Alta Associates.

Brocaglia founded Alta in 1986. Today they are the most prominent boutique executive search firm specializing in Information Security, IT Risk Management, Risk Assessment and Privacy. Alta has established an unparalleled track record for placing key C-level executives and building world class teams in various industries throughout the US.

After almost 20 years of recruiting in a male dominated industry, Brocaglia founded the Executive Women’s Forum (EWF). The EWF has become the

largest member organization dedicated to advancing women in Information Security, Risk Management & Privacy. What’s unique about the EWF is their commitment to a holistic approach of enabling women to not only achieve their professional goals, but to fulfill their personal dreams.

“The EWF feeds women’s minds and souls. We developed the EWF Leadership Journey to equip women in all fields with the skills and competencies to lead at senior levels. Corporations throughout the US are using this year-long virtual leadership development program to focus on strengthening the self-awareness, personal capacity and resilience necessary to flourish in critical roles regardless of their employees professional occupations,” says Brocaglia.

Brocaglia’s vision of building world class teams and developing leaders enables organizations to strengthen their most valuable asset – human capital.

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lawyer Lissa Jean Ferrell loves hearing the word “Yes.” As the Founder of LJF Consulting, Lissa ponders what it takes to get people to say “Yes” in business. Will it require compromise? Are there any magical words to use in a request? Is it a matter of timing?

With over 20 years of executive experience, Lissa recognizes that her approach to getting a “Yes” for her clients is non-traditional. She develops strategy based on a client’s core values and convictions. She also asks one simple, yet powerful question: “What do you want to achieve?”

Lissa has recognized the value of leveraging her corporate leadership experience for the purpose of assisting organizations in achieving their goals. A highly skilled integrator of strategy, process, community and culture, Lissa understands

the complexities associated with building and growing businesses, and the nuances of bridging the “opportunity gap” that exists between clients and strategic partners. LJF Consulting maintains a high-profile portfolio featuring diverse clients in a multitude of industries including: hospitality, entertainment, health care, civic leadership, sports, and education.

Lissa’s style of consulting is efficient and practical. The firm deploys a “thought-based” approach to examining the critical areas of each client’s business, with an eye towards providing the essential guidance for sustainable growth and success. Whether the need is systems integration, employee training, market or philanthropic development or any other identified challenges that stand between where a company is and where it aspires to be, Lissa and team are prepared to put their experience to work.

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Atlantic Infrared, a paving company, in 2002, the first of the AtlanticInfra family, from the walk-in closet of her bedroom in Point Pleasant Beach. Today there are two additional companies, Atlantic Infrastructure and Atlantic InfraTrac – all three serving the state’s utility industry.

From placing colorful utility flags which mark underground utilities to fixing the most challenging potholes, Grabowski’s unique development of “red branding” in the construction industry brings the Atlantic Infra team recognition on the road, in the field, and in the office. On the road, her meticulous fleet of more than eighty vehicles with EcoBoost engines and hands-free SYNC sends a message of an investment in the latest technology. At networking events “The Lady in Red” is recognized

as a contributor offering her time to mentor others including fellow women presidents (WPO), civil engineering student interns (CIAP), and serving on the NJ Board of Public Utilities Supplier Diversity Development Council (SDDC). In the office, all 90 of her employees join her proudly wearing the color RED each day, symbolizing their commitment to seamless quality and service, and the mission of Atlantic Infra – to protect and improve the infrastructure of the Garden State.

Grabowski challenges the AtlanticInfra family to continuously come up with solutions, one of the core values, to make or save the company’s money. She uses the beliefs taught to her by entrepreneur Ewing Marion Kaufman that “Those who produce shall share in the results”. The company benefits from innovative solutions like using cloud based technology to track work and vehicles putting the Atlantic team in front of the competition in the construction environment.

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Aldonna R. Ambler ......................................................AMBLER Growth Strategy Consultants, Inc. Susan P. Ascher .......................................................The Ascher Group, Inc. Julie Auslander ..................................................cSubsLisa B. Bair ...........................................................Hobart Group HoldingsLisa Ballerini.....................................................Montana ConstructionRachel Braun Scherl ..............................................Samprae Laboratories, Inc.Nancy Bray ...........................................................Shelby MechanicalAnnette Catino ........................................................QualCareSuzzane Cerra .........................................................Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, P.C.Colette Chapman ...................................................Chapman ConciergeJacqueline Cleary ........................................................Atlas Data SystemsJude Connally Zimmerman ................................Jude Connally ClothingElizabeth Corrigan ....................................................The Complete PackageJoan Cozzoli Rooney ..........................................Cozzoli Machine CompanyNathalie R. Doobin ......................................................HARVARD Services GroupBaldeep Dua ...........................................................Kirusa Inc.Tracey Early ..........................................................Untracht Early LLCAnne Evans Estabrook ........................................Elberon Development Co.Eileen Flarity ........................................................Alliance Cost ContainmentChristiana Foglio ........................................................Community Investment StrategiesBeverly Friedlander ................................................Dr. Beverly FriedlanderAmy Gonzales....................................................AK EnvironmentalCéline Greffard .....................................................OneCall ManageRita Gurevich ....................................................SPHERE Technology SolutionsJani Hegarty .....................................................Health and Wellness PartnersLisa Hirsh .........................................................Accurate Box Co.Eileen Huntington ...............................................Huntington Learning CentersJulie Kampf .......................................................JBK Associates InternationalLynne Katzman ....................................................Juniper CommunitiesKaren Kessler .......................................................Evergreen Partners, Inc.Poonam Khubani ....................................................Telebrands InternationalCaryn Kopp ..........................................................Kopp ConsultingDiahann W. Lassus........................................................Lassus WherleyPatricia Laus...........................................................Atlantic Club Inc.Thai Lee ............................................................SHI International CorpCindy Malinchak .................................................Environmentally Based Green Building LLCBeatriz Manetta ....................................................Argent Associates

Margaret Marcucci ....................................................CoranetKaren J. Martinez....................................................BRAVO! Group Services, LLCElizabeth Mascali ....................................................Party Bluprints, Inc.Cynthia Matossian ..................................................Matossian Eye AssociatesSusan McGlory Michel .........................................Glen Eagle Advisors, LLCMarguerite McHale .....................................................Consultant 2 Go LLCDonna Miller ........................................................Above & Beyond, Inc.Elisabete Miranda ....................................................CQ fluencyJanice C. Molinari..................................................... 9 Hill Productions, Inc. Lisa Molinari..................................................... 9 Hill Productions, Inc. Valerie Montecalvo ...............................................Bayshore Recycling Corp.Jennifer Nevins .......................................................DW Smith Associates, LLCChristine Nichlos ......................................................People ScienceKatherin Nukk-Freeman ..........................................Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, P.C.Katherine O’Hara .......................................................The O’Hara ProjectMelissa Oliver .........................................................Star Bright ServicesSharon Olzerowicz .................................................Hired By MatrixMarjorie A. Perry .........................................................MZM Construction Co. Inc.Susan Reach Winters ...........................................Budd Larner, P.C.Madeleine D. Robinson ..................................................LPS IndustriesDawn Sandomeno ...............................................Party Bluprints, Inc.Erin Saxton .......................................................The Idea NetworkBarbara Schmidt-Kemp ..........................................Dress For Success/Morris CountyJudith Schumacher ..............................................Tilton Automotive GroupTara Seager .......................................................Ally Solutions GroupLinda C. Sharkus ....................................................AcquiSci Inc.Monica C. Smith ........................................................Marketsmith Inc.Pamela Steeland-Indahl ........................................Homecare for ChildrenLinda E. Stone .........................................................Gentle Caring DentistryDebra A. Taeschler* .................................................GráficaGroupSusan L. Treiser ....................................................... IVF New JerseyMary Wallace Jaensch ........................................Samprae Laboratories, Inc.Desiree Watson ......................................................Wellness Interactive, Inc. Bari Weinberger ...............................................Weinberger Law GroupClare E. Wherley ....................................................Lassus WherleyTracey Wolfman ...................................................We Care Adult Care, Inc.Avis Yates Rivers ...............................................Technology Concepts Group

Susan JohnsonDirector of Communications, Women Presidents’ OrganizationSusan is a seasoned public relations agency professional, with a strong background managing strategic business-to-consumer and business-to-business communications that build brand reputation, value and support business objectives.

Desiree WatsonFounder, Wellness LoungeDesiree Watson, President and CEO of Wellness Interactive, Inc. (WI), is an award-winning entrepreneur, Top 25 Leading Woman Entrepreneur and serves on the Advisory Board of the UN Association of New York. Desiree has travelled globally, studying various approaches to health and complementary medicine, and has been particularly sought after by companies desiring a platform of

integrative wellness education that focuses on lifestyle variations among employees.

Bill BarnumVice President, TD Wealth ManagementBill Barnum is a Vice President TD Wealth Manage-ment in the New Jersey Market. Mr. Barnum works with High Net Worth individuals and their families assisting them with their credit, banking, invest-ment, and fiduciary needs.

Terry TateossianFounder/Lead Engineer, Socialfix MediaTerry Tateossian is the Founder and lead engineer of Socialfix Media, a NJ-based full service technology and digital marketing agency focused on engineering, developing and deploying cutting edge digital concepts with creativity and passion. Terry’s love of start-ups and bootstrapping along with her

formal technology pedigree and free entrepreneurial spirit have made her an indispensable resource to clients, partners and non-profits.

Cindy MalinchakFounder, Environmentally Based Green BuildingCindy Malinchak, Business Owner, Developer and Educator hails from Pittsburgh Pa. A resident of New Jersey since 2002, Cindy is an avid follower of a sustainable lifestyle and has brought this passion to each endeavor. A LEED accredited Professional, with certification in Sustainable Design From

NYU, Cindy is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Green Building as well as operating her business on a daily basis. Cindy continues to expand her company offerings and has recently formed a De-Construction arm of her Contracting Business to address the need of sustainable demolition efforts which will divert tons of debris from landfills. This passion has lead to collaborations with such notable companies as the NFL.

Sharon GordonPartner, Cohn Reznick, LLPSharon Gordon has been a Partner with Cohn Reznick, LLP, one of the leading accounting and consulting firms in the United States, since 2004. With a strong focus on both the construction and real estate industries, Ms. Gordon has worked with owners and financial executives of middle market companies to provide them with accounting,

auditing, tax advisory and business planning services. Ms. Gordon has developed excellent relationships through her client interaction and is considered their trusted adviser. In addition to her current accounting role, Ms. Gordon is Co-Director of Cohn Reznick Professional Women’s Program to help seek opportunities to advance our women and grow relationships within the community. She also hosts Executive Women’s Forum events on a quarterly basis in our Roseland, NJ headquarters.

Tara McKenzie GilvarFounder/CEO, B.I.G (Believe, Inspire, Grow)Tara McKenzie Gilvar is the Founder and CEO of B.I.G (Believe, Inspire, Grow). B.I.G. is a business support, education and networking organization for women. We are a growing community of intelligent, creative and entrepreneurial women who want to share our business ideas and build upon our dreams. Those dreams require the right environment to

flourish. B.I.G. offers precisely this forum with face to face guidance and support with local community meetings as well as an interactive, informative website.

AdviSory boArd 2014

2014 Leading Women entrepreneurs & business owners non-Profits


LWe top 25 — 2011-2013

Rachel Cook .........................................Seeds and The Microlending Film ProjectAlfa Demmellash .............................Rising Tide CapitalMaggie Doyne.......................................Blink NowRuth Dugan ......................................Gilda’s Club

Denise Grey .........................................Communication for Social Change ConsortiumDebbie Hart ..........................................BioNJMarissa Sackler .....................................BeespaceSonya Scott.........................................Dorson Community Foundation

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