Business & Real Estate News: Week of Nov. 28

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Santander Renews Commitment to Monmouth U 
WEST LONG BRANCH – Santander Bank, N.A. announced that it renewed its commitment with Monmouth University for its Santander Universities Global Division to support the Urban Coast Institute (UCI) Marine Science & Policy Initiative.
Through the UCI Marine Science & Policy Initiative, students gain practical experience studying the ocean, its ecosystems and coastal environments. As stewards of the sea, they provide the region, state and nation with research and policies that impact critical sustainability issues on a global platform. From coastal storm readiness and community resilience, to coastal and estuarine water quality and restoration and ocean conservation and management, the UCI Marine Science & Policy Initiative is preparing students to be leaders in the field of marine science worldwide.
“The UCI Marine Science & Policy Initiative is giving students hands-on experience that will set them apart from their peers when they pursue their careers in the field of marine science,” said Eduardo Garrido, director of Santander Universities US. “We are delighted that this agreement will help Monmouth University continue its research and policy work studying the ocean, its ecosystems and coastal environments.”
Santander and Monmouth University first signed an agreement in 2011 for the Bank’s Santander Universities Global Division to support the Entrepreneurship in Spain Program, Sin Frontera Chile Project and Project BAM, a collaborative mentorship program between Monmouth’s Institute for Global Understanding (IGU), Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth/Ocean County and Asbury Park High School. The current agreement further establishes Santander’s interest in Monmouth University’s work in global sustainability and environmental and coastal issues.
“Santander is an excellent partner for Monmouth University,” said Paul R. Brown, Ph.D., president of Monmouth University. “Santander’s support for higher education, particularly for initiatives supporting scientific and technological progress, aligns perfectly with our commitment to expanding opportunities for immersive undergraduate educational experiences.
“We are honored to be selected as one of Santander’s global partners in higher education. This generous gift will support an initiative that has crucial regional, national, and even global implications,” Brown said.

Elizabeth A. Matecki
Elizabeth A. Matecki

Red Bank Resident Admitted to the NJ Bar
RED BANK – Elizabeth A. Matecki of Red Bank has been admitted to practice law in New Jersey.
Matecki is an associate with the law firm of McOmber & McOmber, P.C. with offices in Red Bank. She will specialize in employment law, business law, civil litigation, education law, wills, and probate matters.
Matecki graduated from Seton Hall University School of Law in May 2014. While at Seton Hall, Matecki served as a student advocate representing pro se litigants in mediation regarding employment discrimination matters in the Southern District of New York. Matecki also acted as a student advocate on behalf of investors in arbitration through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. Matecki additionally prepared income tax returns in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program as an IRS certified volunteer.
Matecki received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Lafayette College in 2010 and previously worked as a recruitment and admissions assistant with the Fund for American Studies in Washington, D.C. She also participated in the Koch Associate Program with the Charles Koch Institute, a 12-month management fellowship, through which participants apply for-profit management techniques to the nonprofit sector.
Matecki lives in Red Bank with her fiancé Timothy Blommestein, an office manager at Specto Technology.

Colonial American Bank to Host Holiday Bazaar
SHREWSBURY – Colonial American Bank invites the community to support local businesses from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at its second annual holiday bazaar in its Shrewsbury branch office, 490-B Shrewsbury Plaza at Route 35 and Shrewsbury Avenue.
In support of the Shop Local Campaign, the bank will be opening the branch to allow local merchants to display their gift items for the community to browse and buy.
The holiday mood will include festive music and refreshments.
“We are pleased to support our local merchants and their holiday merchandise from jewelry and art and crafts to clothing, accessories and home goods – and even cigars,” said Sharon Franklin, vice president, Shrewsbury branch manager. “Come out in support of our local businesses and cross some holiday shopping off your to-do list!”
Additional information is available by calling the Colonial American Bank Shrewsbury branch office at 732-389-9500.

Monmouth County Chamber to Hold Holiday Red Carpet Party
KEYPORT – The Monmouth County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual holiday gala from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, at Addison Park, 150 Route 35.
The popular and well-attended chamber event offers a festive evening of food, dancing, networking and more.
Tickets are $65 for a MCCC member and $75 for a non-member. Tickets for groups of 10 can be purchased for $600 for members, and $700 for non-members.
Tickets also will be available at the door at $75 for members and $85 for non-members.
Tickets include an open bar, cocktail hour with passed hors d’oeuvres, a sit down dinner, desserts and coffee/tea.
Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.monmouthcountychamber.com.

Morris Recognized for Outstanding Achievement
SHREWSBURY – Ann Morris, sales associate with Gloria Nilson & Co., Real Estate’s Shrewsbury office, was awarded Agent of the Month for October.
The award is given to the sales associate with the highest volume in closed sales within the month.
“Ann earned this award through her hard work and dedication to the outstanding customer service Gloria Nilson & Co. is known for,” said Pat Bell, president of Gloria Nilson & Co. “Our company holds all of our sales associates to the highest standards of customer service and industry expertise, and we thank Ann for her continued dedication to Gloria Nilson & Co.’s mission of superior service and real estate sales excellence.”
Morris has more than 10-years’ experience with Gloria Nilson & Co. Real Estate.

Ocean Township Chamber to Hold Holiday Networking Breakfast
OCEAN TOWNSHIP – The Greater Ocean Township Chamber of Commerce (GOTCC) will host its third annual Holiday Networking Breakfast from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10.
The event, which is open to anyone in business, will include a hot and cold breakfast buffet, 10-minute topic marketing speaker, round-robin introductions, door prizes and will also serve as a holiday food drive for the Foodbank of Monmouth & Ocean Counties.
“Everyone has so much going on in the evenings during the holidays, from their business obligations and networking events to the PTA and other family events, so three years ago we switched to a holiday breakfast and it has been a great success,” GOTCC Executive Director Kim Horn Blanda said.
The breakfast will be held in the auditorium of the GOTCC’s office inside the Township of Ocean Board of Education building at 163 Monmouth Road in the Oakhurst section of the township.
The fee to attend is $15 and must be paid in advance. The event is expected to sell out and advance reservations will halt after the first 100 registrations. Guests may register online using a check, credit card or credit/debit card by visiting www.GOTCC.org and clicking on the ad for the event or by calling 732-660-1888.