The Jersey Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau is the fastest-growing destination marketing organization in New Jersey, promoting the Jersey Shore region as a destination for individuals and families, businesses and organizations, and meeting and travel planners for both domestic and international markets. In the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, the organization launched the Open for Business campaign. The goal is to promote Jersey Shore businesses and share the real story about the state of the local business community and the region’s popular tourist attractions.
Read more...Muscle Cars And American Pride: 5 Questions With Jim Cardona, COO Of American Autowire
American Autowire is the manufacturer of the industry’s finest OEM restoration, modified restoration and universal wiring systems for classic cars and trucks. Automobile restorers and enthusiasts turn to American Autowire for wiring harnesses, accessories and parts for their automotive restoration and repair projects.
Read more...Content Marketing Trends for 2013: 5 Questions with Joe Pulizzi, CEO of the Content Marketing Institute
Joe Pulizzi is a leading author, speaker and strategist for content marketing. Joe is first and foremost a content marketing evangelist, and founded the Content Marketing Institute (a division of Z Squared Media, a 2012 Inc 500 Company), which includes the largest in-person content marketing event, Content Marketing World, as well as Chief Content Officer magazine, the leading magazine for content marketers.
Read more...Recovering from Disaster: 5 Questions with Diane Courtney, Owner of Tangerine Boutique
Tangerine Boutique opened its doors in 2003, just three blocks from the ocean in Bay Head, NJ. Originally from Delaware, Tangerine Boutique owner Diane Courtney loved the idea of opening a small shop in a charming, seaside community like Bay Head. On October 29, 2012, the resolve of Diane and other Jersey Shore business owners was challenged like never before by Hurricane Sandy.
Read more...The Beauty of Education and Safety: 5 Questions with Dr. Rudolf Thompson, Founder of the Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery
Dr. Rudolf Thompson is a board certified plastic surgeon and founder of the Thompson Center for Plastic Surgery in Colts Neck, NJ. Dr. Thompson believes nothing is more beautiful than confidence. His goal is to help his patients feel better about themselves, whether they’re in the boardroom, on the beach or at their child’s soccer […]
Read more...An Artist’s Journey from Brick-and-Mortar to Pinterest and Etsy: 5 Questions with Carl Christensen, Owner of Integrity Studio
More than a decade ago, Carl Christensen, then an advertising director and graphic designer, felt an instinctive pull to leave behind his corporate lifestyle and pursue his own craft. He shot some landscape photos and headed to a flea market with his wife, Ina. After selling a few hundred photos, Ina said, “That’s where your […]
Read more...The Marketing Prodigy Returns: 5 Questions with Donovan the Popcorn Scout
Two years ago, a 10-year-old Boy Scout named Donovan came to my house selling popcorn and chocolate pretzels to raise money for the scouts and our troops. I was blown away by his presentation on his iPad, the follow-up emails and the Facebook page that he created with the help of his father. When Donovan […]
Read more...5 Questions with Jaimie Hardell, Owner of JLynn’s Boutique: Overcoming Risk by Recognizing Opportunity
A lifetime Jersey Shore resident, Jaimie Hardell wanted to open her own store since she began working at a beach store at age 16. When she learned that a local women’s clothing boutique was for sale, she jumped at the chance to fulfill her dream. JLynn’s Boutique opened on July 1, 2011 on Main Street […]
Read more...5 Questions with Liz Schuber, Manager and Lead Singer of Daddy Pop: From Singing Bartender to a Magical Night with Jon Bon Jovi
Whether they’re playing at an Atlantic City casino, a Jersey Shore nightclub, the floor of the New York Stock Exchange or a private party, Daddy Pop brings a contagious energy to the stage. Raised in a musical family, Liz Schuber has been singing for as long as she can remember. Liz loves any song that […]
Read more...5 Questions with Brian Ciriaco, Co-Founder of East Coast Beer Company: Ditching Hi-Tech to Brew Craft Beer for the Real Jersey Shore
John “Merk” Merklin (left) and Brian Ciriaco (right) were high school buddies in Brick, NJ. They went to the same college and enjoyed successful careers in hi-tech with the same company. Then they decided to chart a very different career path as brewers of craft beer that represented their home – the real Jersey Shore […]
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