Sunday, January 27, 2019

January 2019

BANNJ President, John Cioletti
President's Message 
Dear Members,
I am humbled to have been selected to serve as President of the Builders Association of Northern NJ for 2019.  Along with my fellow Officers and Board Members I want to thank you all for your continued support.   
As an Associate Member and Board Member for over 10 years,  I am excited to lead our Local, in this our 75th year. I look forward to meeting with membership and working to strengthen our organization.

This year we have several events already planned including our Annual Golf Outing and end of year Beefsteak.  Returning this year is an old favorite-Texas Hold-em. I know I can count on great turnouts and sponsorships.
Watch for panel discussions and seminars throughout the year. The goal of  the educational seminars is to cover issues that concern Associates and Builders alike.  


In March, BANNJ plans to cover the Hot Topic-Marijuana Legislation in NJ and how it will affect your workplace.
I do ask one favor.   
Let as many of your colleagues and contemporaries know about the importance of supporting our Local and State Organization. It may not always seem apparent but rest assured they are tirelessly working to protect our interests and further a beneficial agenda for builders.  Strong and vibrant construction makes for a healthy economy which benefits all.

All the best in the coming year.

Thank you and Best Regards,
John Cioletti
  



75th Anniversary Installation & Awards Celebration

Thank you to all who attended our special 75th Anniversary Installation Dinner on January 24th at The Graycliff.   All enjoyed an evening of great food, live music and networking to celebrate this milestone occasion.  Thank you to our Master of Ceremonies, Jeff Mathieu, to Dean Mon, NAHB First Vice Chair, for performing the installation ceremony of the President, Officers and Board and to Kemp Music for providing us with wonderful entertainment.   
Special thank you to our event sponsors Andersen Corporation, Smolin Lupin, GE Appliances/Monogram, and to our award sponsors Jenn Air and Dining Out Magazine.

The following members were honored with awards at the event:

Michael Deniz, CPA (Smolin Lupin) Associate Member of the Year
Victoria Reczkowski (Ferguson) Associate Continuing Service
John Kelly (Builders First Source) Associate Continuing Service
Richard Gaynor (Middleton & Company) Associate Silver Hammer
Stuart Berger, CPA (SAX, LLP) Associate Hall of Fame
Arnold DeMasi (DeMasi Construction) Builder Hall of Fame
Charles Baldanza (Baldanza Design+Build) Cornerstone Award

See photos from this and all events at 
BANNJ Image Gallery and on our Facebook page.





Monogram would like to congratulate John Cioletti as the incoming 2019 BANNJ President. Congratulations!




Congratulations to the follow BANNJ members honored at the NJBA Industry Awards Luncheon on January 23rd:



Dean Mon (Mon Properties) 
"Golden Hammer Award"
 To be eligible for this award, nominees must have received Builder of the Year, Builder Continuing Service, the Silver Hammer (received at least 5 years ago), and has remained active in the Association for at least 25 years continuing to serve the building industry. 

Michael Kurpiel (Universal Supply Company)  
"Golden Handshake Award"
To be eligible for this award, nominees must have received Associate of the Year, Associate Continuing Service, the Silver Hammer (received at least 5 years ago), and has remained active in the Association for at least 25 years continuing to serve the building industry.  

George Vallone (Hoboken Brownstone)  
"Builder Hall of Fame" 
To be inducted into the Builder Hall of Fame, a recipient must be an active Builder member who has made honorable commitment to the Association and the industry for a minimum of 10 years. All nominees must have already received the Builder of the Year Award or Builder Continuing Service or demonstrated leadership roles at the state level with continued & impactful participation in the Association. More than one award may be made annually if warranted.

Michael Deniz (Smolin Lupin) 
"Ironman Award" 
The Ironman Award is given to our “Associate Heroes,” those who literally go the distance in support of their locals. They should have a record of high attendance at local meetings and other functions, extensive participation on a variety of committees, boards, task forces, etc. and mentor other members with a goal toward increasing contributions to and involvement in the Association.


We at BANNJ are honored, as well as saddened, to accept the "Builder Hall of Fame Award" on behalf of the family of our immediate past President Anthony Volpe in his memory. 
 

 




MPM Associates, Inc. (Builder)
Pasquale Pianelli
1181 McBride Avenue
Woodland Park, NJ 07424
973-256-7040
patmpm@optonline.net






Thursday, February 7th : Associate Leadership meeting followed by the Board of Directors Strategic Planning Meeting. Location Reno’s Appliance in Paterson

February 15-21:  International Builders Show, Las Vegas NV

Thursday March 21st:  GMM/Educational Seminar; HOT TOPIC Marijuana Legislation in NJ and How it Will Affect Your Workplace.  5:30pm-7:30pm  Location TBA.

April 2nd-4th:  Annual Builders Convention in Atlantic City, NJ

Thursday, April 25thGeneral Membership Meeting/Educational Seminar  TBA

Monday, May 20th:  Annual Golf Outing & Scholarship Awards@ White Beeches Golf & Country Club.  Join us for a day on this beautiful course or join us for cocktail hour & dinner for networking and awards presentation.  11:00am golfer registration; 6:00pm dinner registration.  Details coming soon.

Wednesday, June 6th:  Mid-Year Economic Forecast Lunch & Learn.  TBA