Monday, April 29, 2013

Northern Lights: April/May 2013

Charles Baldanza
Message from BRANNJ President

One of the best descriptions of how BRANNJ works can be found in this article, titled;  "BRANNJ's Cycle for Success (click here) It is a quick read and explains why, what and how your membership investment works.

Congratulations to the following BRANNJ members who were honored at the NJBA Industry Awards Luncheon on Thursday, April 11th in Atlantic City:

Howard Van Natta, Van Natta Mechanical:  Associate Continuing Service Award
Donald Dobres, Fine Home Construction:  Remodeler Continuing Service Award and Honorable Mention Associate Appreciation Award
Patricia Philipson, Sax, Macy, Fromm & Co:   Associate Hall of Fame Award
Victoria Reczkowski, Ferguson:  NJBA Ironman Award

From left to right; Don Dobres, Patricia Phillipson, Victoria Reczkowski and Howard Van Natta


And to our members who won at the Sales and Marketing Awards on Tuesday, April 9th:

Best Kitchen Remodeling/Renovation Project
Whimsical White
Creative Design
Design By: Glen Lumia

Best Specialty Room Remodeling/Renovation Project
Modern Marvel
Creative Design
Design By: Glen Lumia

Sales Manager of the Year - For Sale Housing
Martin Brady
The Marketing Directors, Inc. 

Thank you to Victoria Reczkowski and her team at Ferguson Enterprises for graciously hosting our April General Membership Meeting at their Norwood location!  Members and guests enjoyed their hospitality with a great view of the showroom, a fantastic dinner and an informative presentation by Jared Lans, Esq. and Linda Speigel, Esq. on New Jersey Construction Lien Law. Ferguson continues to be a huge supporter of the home builder’s association and an advocate for the building industry. 
I highly encourage you to attend our 66th Annual Golf Outing & Scholarship Awards on Wednesday, May 29th, 2013 at a new venue, beautiful River Vale Country Club!  Tee-up some new business and enjoy a day on the course, or join us for dinner and networking!   Special thanks to our Golf Event Sponsor Blackman Plumbing .

Don't delay, register for golf today by clicking here! And while registering, please think about sponsoring our event by clicking here!

Best regards, 
Charlie

 
Welcome New Members:

Michael Cantor (Builder)
Cantor Build, LLC.
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

AKTT Financial Group, LLC. (Associate)
Edward P. Kasperavich, Managing Partner
Paramus, NJ 07652




Save the Date:
 
 After our Golf Outing make sure you schedule this wonderful networking & educational event!
June 19th General Membership Meeting @ Reno’s Appliance in Paterson
Join us for an informative Contractor’s Roundtable of relevant manufacturers and suppliers with current information for you!  Bring your business cards and network with building industry professionals as we kick off summer with a fantastic BBQ dinner!

NAHB Updates: