Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce

09/02/2026

Maximize your business exposure by donating to the raffle for the 29th Annual GECC Boat Cruise!

Contributions can include gift cards, products, or unique experiences. Each donation not only enhances our event but also places your brand in front of local leaders.

Don't miss out—arrange your donation by 12:00 PM on September 4!

https://conta.cc/463ZjNB

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09/01/2026

🎬 Coming Soon | Episode 30

Some restaurants serve great food…

but only a few become part of your family’s traditions. ❤️

For years, Rancho Mateo has been more than a place to sit down for a meal.

It’s where birthdays are celebrated.
Where families reconnect.
Where friends gather.
And where memories are made around the table.

But behind every full table, every smile, and every celebration…

there’s a story.

In the next episode of Tell Me Your Business Story, presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Elizabeth Cano, we sit down with Elenilson Segovia to discover the story behind Rancho Mateo.

We talk about the importance of hospitality, what it takes to create an experience that feels like home, and why generations of families continue coming back.

Because the best restaurants…

don’t just serve food.

They become part of your story. ❤️

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

🍽️ Featuring Elenilson Segovia and Rancho Mateo
🤝 Family · Hospitality · Tradition · Community
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Full Episode 30 coming soon

Follow and discover the businesses, the people, and the stories that make our community stronger.

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.

09/01/2026

On Sunday, October 18, 2026, step beyond the ordinary and into history at the Elizabethtown Cocktail Reception, Dinner & Ball.

This is more than a gala. It is a once-in-a-generation, fully immersive experience celebrating the people, places, and stories that helped shape Elizabeth—and America.

Guests will journey through three historic landmarks, enjoy horse-and-buggy transportation, gather for an elegant cocktail reception, and conclude the evening with a historical engagement, dinner, music, and dancing at the Elizabethtown Ball.

Together, we will walk in the footsteps of those who came before us, honor Elizabeth’s remarkable legacy, and write another page in history.

Sunday, October 18, 2026
Cocktail Reception: 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Dinner & Ball: Beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Black Tie Optional • Military Dress • Period Attire Encouraged

🎟️ Ticket and reservation information:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/TJLItk0/ElizabethtownExperience

A journey through time. Three historic landmarks. One unforgettable evening.

08/27/2026

🎬 Episode 29 | Now Live ☀️

Most people don’t think about electricity…

until they open the bill.

But for Paul Walker, that problem became something much bigger.

It became a family business.

In Episode 29 of Tell Me Your Business Story, presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Elizabeth Cano, we sit down with Paul Walker of Walker Power Solar to discover the story behind the family, the mission, and the business.

Paul shares the journey that led him to solar, the moment Walker Power became a vision his family could build together, and why educating homeowners is such an important part of what they do.

Because when it comes to something as important as your home and energy choices, it isn’t just about solar panels.

It’s about understanding your options.
It’s about personal service.
It’s about trust.
And it’s about helping families make informed decisions about their future. 🏡☀️

We also talk about serving diverse communities like Elizabeth, the importance of connecting with families in both English and Spanish, and what success for Walker Power could look like in the years ahead.

Because sometimes…

the best businesses don’t begin with a product.

They begin with a problem…
a family…
and the decision to find a better way.

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

☀️ Featuring Paul Walker and Walker Power Solar
🤝 Family · Education · Trust · Community
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Watch Episode 29 now

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

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.

08/25/2026

🎬 Coming Soon | Episode 29 ☀️

Your electric bill goes up…

…and you just keep paying it.

But what if there was another way?

For Paul Walker, that question became more than an idea.

It became a family business.

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 Paul Walker of Walker Power Solar and discover the story behind the company.

Building Walker Power wasn’t simply about solar panels.

It was about learning.
Taking risks.
Earning people’s trust.
And building something together as a family.

In this episode, Paul shares how Walker Power began, what it really takes to build and grow a family business, and why helping families and serving communities like Elizabeth has become an important part of their journey.

Because sometimes…

you start a company to build a future…

and end up helping other families build theirs. ☀️🏡

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

☀️ Featuring Paul Walker and Walker Power Solar
🤝 A story of family, entrepreneurship, trust, and community
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Full Episode 29 coming soon

Follow and discover the people behind the businesses shaping our community.

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.

08/20/2026

🎬 Episode 28 | Now Live 🌴🍹

Close your eyes for a second…

What if you could feel like you’re on vacation…

without ever leaving Elizabeth?

Welcome to Tiki Mojito. 🏝️

In this episode of Tell Me Your Business Story, presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Elizabeth Cano, we step inside a tropical experience designed to make you escape the everyday—right in the heart of Elizabeth.

But behind the colors, music, cocktails, and atmosphere is the story of an idea that became something much bigger: a destination where people come together to celebrate, relax, take pictures, dance, and simply have a good time.

In this conversation, we discover the inspiration behind the name Tiki Mojito, the reactions people have when they first walk through the doors, and the vision behind creating an experience that feels like a getaway without leaving the city.

Because sometimes…

the best getaway isn’t a plane ride away.

It’s closer than you think. 🌴✨

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

📍 Elizabeth, New Jersey
🌺 Featuring Tiki Mojito
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Watch Episode 28 now

Follow and discover the entrepreneurs, businesses, and stories creating unforgettable experiences throughout our community.

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.

08/18/2026

🎬 Coming Soon | Episode 28

What if we told you…

you don’t need a passport ✈️
or a plane ticket…

to feel like you’re on vacation? 🌴🍹

Right here in the heart of Elizabeth, there’s a place where the music, colors, cocktails, and atmosphere can make you forget you’re still in New Jersey.

Welcome to Tiki Mojito.

In the next episode of Tell Me Your Business Story, presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Elizabeth Cano, we go behind the experience to discover the story that brought this tropical concept to life.

How did one idea become one of Elizabeth’s most unique destinations?

And why do people come here for more than dinner?

Because Tiki Mojito isn’t just about food and cocktails…

It’s about the experience.
The energy.
The atmosphere.
The escape.

Because sometimes…

the best trip is only a few minutes away. 🌴

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

🌺 Featuring Tiki Mojito
📍 Filmed in Elizabeth, NJ
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Full Episode 28 coming soon

Follow and discover the people, businesses, and stories that make Elizabeth unlike anywhere else.

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.

08/14/2026

⚓ NEW DATE — SAVE THE DATE! 🇺🇸🚢

The 29th Annual GECC Boat Cruise is now sailing on Monday, September 14, 2026 aboard the Atlantis Yacht!

Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable evening of networking, dinner, and stunning views of the NYC skyline.

🤝 Networking Reception: 5:00–6:00 PM
🚢 Cruise Departs: 6:30 PM

✨ Now accepting sponsors! Showcase your business at one of the Chamber’s signature events while supporting our local business community.

🎟️ Member: $190
🎟️ Non-Member: $250

📅 Mark your calendar for the NEW sail date: Monday, September 14!

Reserve your spot or become a sponsor today — link in bio!

08/13/2026

🍽️ Elizabeth’s
— and we want YOU at the table!

Join us for the September Elizabeth Quarterly Restaurant Meeting, open to all local restaurant owners and industry partners. We’ll be sharing important updates and opportunities, including:

• Health Department updates
• Elizabeth Restaurant Week & Winter 2026 updates
• Latin District
• Midtown Elizabeth
• Elizabeth Avenue Partnership
• Updates to GoElizabethNJ.com and restaurant listings

🤝 Connect with fellow restaurant owners, stay informed, and learn about opportunities to grow and promote your business in Elizabeth.

📅 September 2, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM
📍 Elizabeth, NJ

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Elizabeth’s growing dining community!

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08/13/2026

🎬 Episode 27 | Now Live

They say success happens overnight…

But very few people see the years of sacrifice behind it.

Before the millions of streams…
before the packed stages…
and before everyone was singing “Coqueta”…

there was a man with a dream, a deep love for his roots, and a passion for carranga music. 🇨🇴🎶

In this special episode of Tell Me Your Business Story, presented by the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Elizabeth Cano, we sit down with Féizar Orjuela Aponte, “Heredero,” to discover the person behind the music.

Heredero opens up about his beginnings, the difficult moments when he considered giving up, the real story behind “Coqueta,” and what it feels like to see a traditional Colombian sound connect with millions of people and reach new audiences in the United States.

It’s a story about authenticity.
Perseverance.
Roots.
And believing in your talent long before the world recognizes it.

Because some songs are simply heard…

Others become part of our lives.

And behind every great song…

there’s a great story.

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

🎶 Featuring Féizar Orjuela Aponte “Heredero”
🇨🇴 Carranga from Colombia to new audiences in the United States
🎥 Recorded and produced by pag.digitalagency
▶️ Watch Episode 27 now

Follow and discover the stories of people whose talent, passion, and perseverance inspire our community.

This is Tell Me Your Business Story.