We are honored to have as our guest speaker, Jerold Zaro, Chief of the Governor's Office of Economic Growth.
Jerold Zaro
TOPIC
During his address, Chief Zaro will provide an overview of New Jersey’s business climate and discuss the Office of Economic Growth’s efforts to make the state more business friendly by supporting the creation of pro-business legislation and a variety of financing, incentive and assistance programs. Working hand in hand with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, the office serves as a one-stop shop to expedite the delivery of state benefits and products to the business community. Under Jerry’s leadership, the office has implemented a “concierge service” through which all inquiries are addressed within 48 hours.
SPEAKER PROFILE
Jerry Zaro was named Chief of the Office of Economic Growth by Governor Jon S. Corzine in October 2008. In that capacity, he also serves on the board of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. Zaro brings to state government more than 33 years of experience in the law, business, banking, real estate and transportation fields.
The Office of Economic Growth was established as a permanent part of the executive branch in January 2007 by Executive Order 50, to coordinate the state's economic development efforts across all sectors and departments. As Chief, Zaro oversees the implementation of the state's Economic Growth Strategy, and coordinates efforts to improve the business climate while working to attract and retain jobs.
Prior to joining the Corzine Administration, Zaro served for more than two decades as president and managing partner of the law firm of Ansell Zaro Grimm & Aaron, one of the 50 largest law firms in New Jersey. During that time, he served as a Commissioner of the New Jersey Highway Authority for more than 12 years, with the last two years of the term as Chairman. More recently, he concluded a four-year term as Commissioner of the New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority.
Zaro has been involved in numerous business and corporate affairs throughout his career. He began his law career as a judicial secretary to the Honorable Thomas F. Shebell, Jr. in the Superior Court of Monmouth County and is a member of the Monmouth, New Jersey and New York Bar Associations. Among his many professional highlights, Zaro was one of the initial stockholders and served as Chairman of the Board of Ocean Independent Bank, a state chartered banking institution. He has served as a director of several other stock exchange listed companies, and as a principal in numerous real estate development and management firms. He also served as a member of the Board of Directors of Denholtz Holdings, LLC, a privately held national real estate company that develops, owns and operates office, industrial, flex and retail properties.
A lifelong philanthropist, Zaro served as Chairman of the board of trustees of Joan Dancy and P.A.L.S., Inc., which provides financial assistance and emotional support to people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). He also serves on the boards of the American Cancer Society's Special Gifts Unit, the Monmouth Medical Center Foundation, the Mental Health Association Foundation and a myriad of Jewish organizations.
Born in 1951 and raised in Teaneck, Zaro has a bachelor's degree in history and government from Boston University and received his juris doctorate from Boston College's School of Law in 1976. He lives in Ocean Township and has three grown sons.
The Office of Economic Growth was established as a permanent part of the executive branch in January 2007 by Executive Order 50, to coordinate the state's economic development efforts across all sectors and departments. As Chief, Zaro oversees the implementation of the state's Economic Growth Strategy, and coordinates efforts to improve the business climate while working to attract and retain jobs.
Prior to joining the Corzine Administration, Zaro served for more than two decades as president and managing partner of the law firm of Ansell Zaro Grimm & Aaron, one of the 50 largest law firms in New Jersey. During that time, he served as a Commissioner of the New Jersey Highway Authority for more than 12 years, with the last two years of the term as Chairman. More recently, he concluded a four-year term as Commissioner of the New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority.
Zaro has been involved in numerous business and corporate affairs throughout his career. He began his law career as a judicial secretary to the Honorable Thomas F. Shebell, Jr. in the Superior Court of Monmouth County and is a member of the Monmouth, New Jersey and New York Bar Associations. Among his many professional highlights, Zaro was one of the initial stockholders and served as Chairman of the Board of Ocean Independent Bank, a state chartered banking institution. He has served as a director of several other stock exchange listed companies, and as a principal in numerous real estate development and management firms. He also served as a member of the Board of Directors of Denholtz Holdings, LLC, a privately held national real estate company that develops, owns and operates office, industrial, flex and retail properties.
A lifelong philanthropist, Zaro served as Chairman of the board of trustees of Joan Dancy and P.A.L.S., Inc., which provides financial assistance and emotional support to people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). He also serves on the boards of the American Cancer Society's Special Gifts Unit, the Monmouth Medical Center Foundation, the Mental Health Association Foundation and a myriad of Jewish organizations.
Born in 1951 and raised in Teaneck, Zaro has a bachelor's degree in history and government from Boston University and received his juris doctorate from Boston College's School of Law in 1976. He lives in Ocean Township and has three grown sons.
SCHEDULE
5:00..................Reception at Restaurant
5:30..................Dinner Program Begins
6:15.............................Dinner Is Served
DINNER PROGRAM LOCATION
Lobster Shanty
82 Channel Drive
Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
(732) 899-6700
82 Channel Drive
Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
(732) 899-6700
DIRECTIONS
From the North:
From the South:
From the North:
- Take Garden State Parkway Exit 98, Manasquan / Point Pleasant exit.
- As you exit you will be on Route 34 South.
- Continue on 34 South to the second circle where you will pick up Route 35 South.
- Continue on 35 South about 2 miles over a large bridge, bear to your left and take the first left after you cross the bridge (sign reads Broadway/Beach area).
- Follow the turn through and bear right over the railroad tracks, make you first left onto Channel Drive.
- We are three blocks down on the left.
From the South:
- Garden State Parkway Exit 90.
- At the end of exit make a right onto Chambers Bridge Road.
- At the first light, go around the jug handle and then make a left onto Chambers Bridge Road.
- Take it to the first traffic light and make a right onto Route 88 East.
- Take Route 88 East about 10 miles until you enter Point Pleasant Beach.
- 88 East turns into Route 35.
- Take Route 35 North to the fifth traffic light and and make a right to go over the railroad tracks, then make your first left onto Channel Drive.
- We are three blocks down on the left.
REGISTRATION
Registration prior to programs is strongly recommended to guarantee admittance. Programs 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 programs registrations are subject to availability and are subject to an additional charge.
Please pre-register to allow us to adequately plan our programs and dinners.
Please note: Walk-in day of programs registrations are subject to availability and are subject to an additional charge.
MEMBER PRE-REGISTRATION RATE - $50.00
NON-MEMBER PRE-REGISTRATION RATE - $60.00
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