Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce

10/13/2026

🎬 Episode 33 — Alice Marketing & Media
🤝 Featuring Gina Castro & Pablo
💡 Creativity · Connections · Entrepreneurship · Storytelling
🎤 Hosted by Elizabeth Cano
🏢 Presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Watch Episode 33 now!

Follow and discover the entrepreneurs, partnerships, and inspiring stories shaping our business community.

Every business has a story. It’s time to tell yours.

10/08/2026

A packed room, powerful conversations, and connections that kept everyone talking! ☕️🤝

Our October Power Breakfast: AI for Marketing & Beyond was a tremendous success! The energy in the room was incredible, and the synergy among attendees was so strong that no one wanted the networking to end!

Led by Tanesha Halstead - Client Experience + Operations Strategist Halstead of UCEDC, this engaging session explored practical ways to leverage artificial intelligence to work smarter, strengthen marketing efforts, streamline everyday operations, and grow our businesses with greater confidence.

Beyond the valuable insights, what made this morning truly special were the meaningful connections, shared ideas, and conversations that continued long after the presentation ended. That's what our Power Breakfast series is all about—learning, connecting, and growing together!

A special thank-you to our breakfast sponsor Mr. Stan Robinson Jr. of Social Sales Link for helping make this wonderful morning possible!

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our fellow sponsors and community partners for their continued collaboration and commitment to empowering our local business community:

vintagecity

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ
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County of Union

10/08/2026

A packed room, powerful conversations, and connections that kept everyone talking! ☕️🤝

Our October Power Breakfast: AI for Marketing & Beyond was a tremendous success! The energy in the room was incredible, and the synergy among attendees was so strong that no one wanted the networking to end!

Led by Tanesha Halstead of UCEDC, this engaging session explored practical ways to leverage artificial intelligence to work smarter, strengthen marketing efforts, streamline everyday operations, and grow our businesses with greater confidence.

Beyond the valuable insights, what made this morning truly special were the meaningful connections, shared ideas, and conversations that continued long after the presentation ended. That's what our Power Breakfast series is all about—learning, connecting, and growing together!

A special thank-you to our breakfast sponsor Mr. Stan Robinson Jr. of Social Sales Link for helping make this wonderful morning possible!

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our fellow sponsors and community partners for their continued collaboration and commitment to empowering our local business community:

Vintage City Offices

Elizabeth Development Company

Union College of Union County, NJ

UCEDC, Resources & Solutions for Small Business

County of Union, NJ

10/08/2026

🎬 Coming Soon | Episode 33

She knows how to open doors.

He knows how to make people look.

So… what happens when they decide to build something together?

In the next episode of Tell Me Your Business Story, presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Elizabeth Cano, we meet Gina Castro and Pablo, the team behind Alice Marketing & Media.

Gina built her career through relationships, business development, and connections.

Pablo built his through creativity, branding, and storytelling.

Different skills.
Different journeys.
One vision.

And eventually…

one company.

But building Alice Marketing & Media wasn’t simply about creating another agency.

It was about creating their own opportunities, building something from the ground up, and using their strengths to help other businesses get noticed.

What made them choose each other?

What tested their partnership?

And what happens when nobody opens the door?

You build your own.

This is not an ad.
This is a business story.

🤝 Featuring Gina Castro & Pablo | Alice Marketing & Media
💡 Relationships · Creativity · Branding · Opportunity
🎤 Hosted by Elizabeth Cano
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Full Episode 33 coming soon

Follow and discover the people, partnerships, and ideas behind the businesses shaping our community.

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.

10/06/2026

🎨 A NEW LANDMARK IS COMING TO ELIZABETH!

The Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce invites our business community and residents to join us for the official Welcome World Mural Ribbon Cutting. ✂️🎉

This vibrant new mural celebrates America’s 250th anniversary while welcoming residents and visitors arriving through one of Elizabeth’s most important gateways.

More than a work of art, the mural represents the history, diversity, creativity, and communities that continue to shape Elizabeth.

And now, it’s time to officially unveil it! 🙌

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 33 West Grand Street, Elizabeth, NJ
🚉 Adjacent to the NJ TRANSIT Train Station Plaza

The mural also complements the new Elizabeth Museum at 14 Julian Place, helping connect our historic landmarks, walkable downtown, transportation gateway, and diverse communities through art and placemaking.

Come celebrate another exciting addition to our city and another reason to be proud of Elizabeth. ❤️

Follow and stay connected to the people, businesses, events, and initiatives moving our community forward.

Get Connected. Stay Connected.

10/06/2026

🎬 Episode 32 | Now Live 🧬

Sometimes… one test can change everything.

A new job.
An immigration case.
A question about family.
Or simply needing an answer you can trust.

And behind those answers are real people, real stories, and moments when accuracy, privacy, and trust truly matter.

In Episode 32 of Tell Me Your Business Story, presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Elizabeth Cano, we sit down with Cindy Guarini, founder of Elizabeth DNA, Drug & Alcohol Testing.

Cindy shares what led her into this unique industry, the human side of helping people during important moments in their lives, and what it takes to earn someone’s trust when they’re waiting for an answer that matters.

And there’s another important part of her story:

Elizabeth isn’t just where she built her business. It’s part of its name.

In this conversation, we discover why Cindy chose this community and what serving individuals, families, employees, and local businesses has meant throughout her journey.

Because sometimes a business isn’t simply providing a service…

It’s helping someone find an answer, take the next step, and move forward.

This is not an ad.
This is a business story.

📍 577 Division Street · Elizabeth, NJ
🧬 Featuring Cindy Guarini | Elizabeth DNA, Drug & Alcohol Testing
🎤 Hosted by Elizabeth Cano
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Watch Episode 32 now

Follow and discover the people behind the businesses serving and strengthening our community.

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.

10/05/2026

Join the Elizabeth Celebrates America 250 Legacy Circle by contributing $250 to help preserve our rich heritage.

As a member, you will receive recognition in the gala journal, a commemorative certificate, and more!

This is a unique opportunity to leave a lasting impact on our community and celebrate our history. Don’t miss out on being part of this historic event!



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Email from Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce Make your mark on Elizabeth’s 250th anniversary with a $250 contribution and exclusive Legacy Circle recognition. JOIN THE 250 LEGACY CIRCLE Be One of

10/03/2026

Become a Spy Spot and enhance the Spy Nights mystery by introducing your business to participants. This initiative not only supports local engagement but also fosters community spirit. Register your business today to welcome guests and create memorable experiences.

Email from Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce $100 puts your business directly into the mission. BECOME A SPY SPOT Your business becomes one of the stops in the Spy Nights mystery. Spy Spots help b

10/02/2026

Put your organization behind a milestone moment in Elizabeth's history.

🇺🇸 Sponsorship opportunities are available for Elizabeth's America 250 celebration and The Elizabethtown Ball.

Help support the experience while connecting your organization to this historic celebration.

Sponsorship details: Scan QR code or visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/f26f6042-98e5-49a7-8bd4-a15c308fa9fc

Sunday, October 18 | 5-10 PM. Tickets: link in bio.

*All Ages are Welcome

10/01/2026

Register for the Descendants Reunion and experience Elizabeth’s history through the families who lived it. 🇺🇸

Meet descendants of historic Elizabeth families, hear stories passed down through generations, and discover how their legacies connect to the history of New Jersey and America.

Whether your own roots lead back to Elizabeth or you simply love history, this is your chance to learn about the past, meet the descendants, explore family connections, and discover how your own story may connect to history.

📜 Meet the descendants
🏛️ Discover Elizabeth’s history
🌳 Explore generations of family heritage
🔎 See where your story connects

Ready to join us? Register using the link or QR codes on the final slide of this carousel.