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Committees That Drive Our Mission

Board of Directors

Third Thursday of the month @ 9 a.m.
Ciarco Learning Center, 355 Main Street, Hackensack

The Board supervises and controls the direction of the Chamber and promotes its purpose. The directors serve three-year terms, not to exceed 12 years. Directors are expected to be actively involved in the Chamber.

Marketing/Membership Committee

2nd Monday of the month @ 9 a.m.
Chamber office

Plans the May is Membership Event and the General Membership Event. The committee also welcomes new members in person at their place of business and acts as ambassadors at major events.

Events Committee

Chair: Donald Perlman
2nd Tuesday of the month @ 9 a.m.
Chamber office

Plans major events including the gala, beefsteak and scholarship event. This committee also helps to guide smaller events during the year.

Non Profit Committee

Chair: Amanda Missey
Meets Quarterly

Discusses issues affecting nonprofit agencies, including fundraising, governance, volunteers and staffing. Any 501(c)(3) organizations are welcome to attend.

Lawyers and Accountants

Chair: Joe Saccomanno
Once per month

Networking and industry-related topics. The main goal is to better understand nuances of each member’s business to encourage referrals and introductions.

Women’s Networking

Chair: Aurora Abdool
3rd Wednesday of the month

Professional women creating an atmosphere to speak about work-life challenges. Relationships built here grow businesses. Meets for one hour.

Hispanic Business Committee

Chair: Will Chilin
2nd Wednesday of the month
Chamber office

Discusses issues affecting Hispanic businesses. Members are expected to speak Spanish. Works to invite new businesses to attend meetings.

Veterans Networking Group

Monthly via Zoom

Made up of Veterans who own a business or are currently working. Supports veterans' events and prioritizes community service projects.