May 2010 Newsletter

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May Program on Solar Energy

Join us on May 12, at the Crowne Plaza in Monroe NJ, as we explore the advantages of incorporating solar energy within your business.

The roundtable will include Commissioner Joseph L. Fiordaliso of NJ, Board of Public Utilities, John Drexinger a principal of Pro-Tech Energy Solutions & Steven Kern of Turtle Energy. Richard Gomez, VP of Facilities East Coast Warehouse in Port Elizabeth (a long term owner of solar panels ) to discuss their experience with solar energy and Clarence Beverly, Jr. of PNC Bank to explain how financial institutions regard and finance solar projects. Fred Gerstler of New Pak, Inc. will also sit on the roundtable offering his experiences and why it made sense for his company to move forward in obtaining an alternative energy source.

Pro-Tech Energy will exhibit an actual solar panel array, allowing those in attendance to experience all the components that make up a solar panel system Software that manages energy information produced by solar energy and the SREC’s (clean energy credits) will also be on display.

During the roundtable we will discuss all aspects of solar energy including different technologies, mounting options, government grants and how the clean energy certificates are sold.

Meeting registration begins at 5:30 PM with reception beginning at 6:00 PM.


PROGRAM SPONSORS

NEW PAK, INC.
PNC BANK
PRO-TECH ENERGY SOLUTIONS, LLC
TURTLE ENERGY, LLC

MHSNJ would like to thank our program sponsor for their support
of this month's program, as well as supporting our society.

FEATURED PANELIST

Joseph Fiordaliso
BPU Commissioner
New Jersey Board of Public Utilities

Commissioner Fiordaliso is the former Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Richard J. Codey. During Codey’s tenure, the Commissioner was responsible for inter-government relations; special interest groups; the governor’s advance team; briefing and special projects. Prior to going to the State House with Governor Codey, he was the District Director for the Senate President. Prior to joining Codey’s team, Fiordaliso was the Director of Government Relations for the Saint Barnabas Health Care System. Saint Barnabas is the largest healthcare provider in the State of New Jersey.

In 1988, he was elected to the first of 3 terms on the Livingston Township Council. He served as mayor 3 times during his tenure. In 1990, Joe as appointed, by the Essex County Executive, to serve as Director of Planning & Economic Development. A member of the Executive’s cabinet, he was responsible for establishing economic policy for the County of Essex. He has worked extensively with the New Jersey Democratic State Committee, the Essex County Democratic Committee & the Livingston Democratic Party. Joe was the founding member of Livingston Democrats for Change, and organization dedicated to making government more accessible.

A member of numerous organizations, he currently serves as a Trustee of Essex County College, and serves on the Board of Directors of The First Occupational Center of New Jersey. In 2003, Joe was honored as the “Citizen of the Year” by Livingston UNICO, an Italian/American service organization.

DINNER PROGRAM LOCATION

Crown Plaza Monroe
390 Forsgate Drive
Monroe Township, New Jersey

SCHEDULE

5:30..........................Reception at Restaurant
6:00...........................Dinner Program Begins

DIRECTIONS

From NJ Turnpike

• New Jersey Turnpike to Exit 8A.
  
• Stay to the left and follow signs for Jamesburg/Monroe.
  
• This will put you onto Route 32.
  
• Make first right into the Crowne Plaza Parking Lot.
  

REGISTRATION

Registration prior to tours is strongly recommended to guarantee admittance. Tours often fill to capacity prior to program date which prevents same-day on-site registrations. Please pre-register to allow us to adequately plan our programs and dinners. Please note: Walk-in day of tour registrations are subject to availability and are subject to an additional charge.

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Board of Directors Election

This year's election for our Board of Directors is currently underway. Nominations were received at our last general membership meeting in March.

At this time, all members in good standing have been mailed ballots. In order to be a member in good standing, you must have paid you 2010 membership dues. Click here if you would like to pay your current membership dues.

Below is the list of candidates for the open director positions:

DON CRONIN
Past President of MHSNJ, Don is President of Alternative Technologies, Inc. with over 35 years experience in the design and implementation of material handling systems. A member for 15 years, he currently chairs the Golf Scholarship Committee, and looks forward to supporting & serving members for another term.

FRED GERSTLER
A member for 18 years, and serving as our Executive Vice-President for the past two years, Fred is part owner and President of New Pak, Inc. “The knowledge offered by MHSNJ has made a positive contribution to me. As a Director I’m able to help keep the Society’s future strong.” His energy has proved that.

MINDY LISSNER
A new member of MHSNJ, Mindy is a Senior Vice President at CB Richard Ellis specializing in industrial real estate sales and leasing. “The networking and education opportunities within MHSNJ will enable me to better serve my clients. I look forward to being an integral part of the organization.”

DAVE LODWIG
Our President for the past two years, Dave is with Conveyco Technologies and has been a member since 1998. “I feel a responsibility to help the organization thrive so we all can benefit, and work to constantly improve our programs and services to our members. I enjoy my time spent with members at events.”

TOM PANETTIERE
Account executive with Victory Packaging for 6 years, Tom is a new member in 2009. “I am honored and excited to be nominated to the MHSNJ Board of Directors. With my expertise in implementing cost savings solutions, I look forward to the opportunity of serving the Society for the benefit of our members.”

PETER ROESSLE
Major Account Manager with Raymond of New Jersey, Pete has been a member since 1994 and served as President from 2002-2004. “I look forward to serving another 3 years on the Board and hope to continue to advance the interest of MHSNJ and our members. Serving as a Director has been a positive experience.”