Dear SIEDC Supporter... Photos from the 6th Annual Thanks to the work of staff, our Resource Development Staten Island Film Festival: Committee and several other members, our Membership is at an all-time high. As of the date of this letter, the ONLY openings we have for new membership are within the Business Council, Building & Developers Circle and Green and Clean Council. All other memberships have maxed out. I believe this success is a testament to the good product we put out, the service we provide our membership and most importantly, the quality of the membership. Congrats to everyone!

I never received more of a positive response to an email than after we sent out the June 5th email blast - “Staten Island’s Lack of Product May be the Biggest Hindrance to Future Development.” Every call and email we received was in agreement with our evaluation. Only one property owner has stepped forward with a new entry. When it is all said and done, we may only have 100 acres of turnkey, industrial and commercial developable property left on Staten Island.

Please keep the submissions coming. We only have 7 sites that have made the cut so far.

A quick note on our South Shore Project – there is no bigger supporter of small businesses on the South Shore than Councilman Ignizio. See the feature article in this edition of SIEDC News. Our partnership with the Councilman has led to great strides in these towns. Lastly, just a reminder to everyone – please dine at our nine Executive Dining Network locations this summer. Support those businesses that support economic development!

Cesar J. Claro President & CEO, SIEDC PHOTOS COURTESY OF FINE ART FOTOS. SIEDC NEWS Chair SIEDC NEWS Chair

Joseph Carroll Keith Cummings Citibank KCM Plumbing ELECTRONICS & METAL RECYCLING

The SIEDC is not sure what to do with them,” off ers DONJON pleased to Recycling’s Marketing Coordinator, Lisa Coster. announce its “Our program helps businesses properly recycle partnership with DONJON Recycling for our equipment which is wasting space in the offi ce own electronics and metal recycling program. as well as sheds light on how anybody can The SIEDC Electronics and Metal Recycling recycle electronics with DONJON Recycling. “ program builds upon the model of the SIEDC’s Commercial Paper Recycling Project Here As a scrap metal and electronics recycler, members currently enrolled in the Paper DONJON Recycling can accept both metal and Recycling Project can schedule a one-time FREE electronic items from individuals and businesses pick up of electronics or metal by DONJON at their Arthur Kill Road facility. This ability to Recycling. DONJON Recycling will coordinate accept and recycle both metal and electronics the pick up, transportation and recycling of is a key diff erence that sets DONJON Recycling all your electronics and metal such as offi ce apart from other scrap yards and electronics equipment at no charge to you. recyclers. In addition, DONJON Recycling is very proud to provide this green service right here in The goal of this program is to illustrate how Staten Island, NY. easy it is for businesses to recycle unwanted and out-of-date equipment and better utilize offi ce The SIEDC is optimistic that all our members space. DONJON Recycling’s friendly associates will want to take advantage of the free, one- will work with your staff to schedule the pick time pick up service by DONJON Recycling. up as well as which items can be recycled. The program is initially being rolled out to our Scheduling the pick up can be coordinated members in the Commerical Paper Challenge through www.donjonrecycling .com/siedc.html but any SIEDC members can participate. To or 718-984-4100. schedule your offi ce’s pick up, visit www. DONJONRecycling.com/siedc.html or call 718- The SIEDC recently took advantage of their free 984-4100. off er and recycled offi ce computers, monitors, printers and other offi ce electronics. “The process went very smoothly and easily,” stated Marisol Paulino, Outreach Coordinator and contact for the pick up.

Following the advice of the DONJON Recycling team, Ms. Paulino also reached out to SIEDC associates and encouraged them to bring in items from home for recycling. “It’s amazing how many people have old electronics at home sitting in their basements. They know they shouldn’t toss them in the garbage but they are 2 2nd QUARTER ECONOMIC INDICATOR REPORT

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6TH ANNUAL SI FILM FESTIVAL

The 6th Annual Staten Island Film Festival, held June 8-12th, was a great success. Featuring:

-Over 70 fi lms from around the world were showcased at the St. George Theatre and Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden

-Harry Belafonte opened the Festival and entertained fi lmgoers with a Q& A Session after the documentary fi lm, “Sing Your Song”, which chronicled his life.

-Angelina’s Ristorante was host to 150 attendees at the Celebrity and Sponsor Party

-600 Attendees enjoyed an evening of cocktails and fi reworks and participated in the celebration of 21 award winning fi lmmakers. Categories included Best Comedy, Documentary, Drama and many more. Award winners are posted on www.sifi lmfestival.org 8 FROM MERCHANT PROJECT TO B.I.D

This year, the Staten Island Economic Development Corporation and Councilman Vincent Ignizio launched an ambitious plan to bring the services and benefi ts of a Business Improvement District (BID) to three Staten Island towns. In just a few months, The South Shore Merchant Project has already brought holiday decorations, street cleaning, banners, and landscaping to the business centers of Annadale, Eltingville and Great Kills. The purpose of this pilot program is to let the business community taste what they could be receiving if they elected to form their own BID.

Throughout , sixty-four BIDS are already giving small business owners the opportunity to manage their own municipal services. The concept of a BID represents a huge step in the decentralization of City Hall and the empowerment of the business community to make decisions for itself. As merchants around the South Shore begin to notice the additional services, we hope they consider the possibilities and long term benefi ts of a BID.

The novelty of these organizations has worn out. More and more, municipalities around the country are turning to BIDs as a practical solution of how to manage city services. Nearby cities like Philadelphia are now routinely using them as a means to turn around otherwise depressed areas, and its suburbs are using them as tools of economic growth. BIDs operate simultaneously as a merchant association, community organization, and a branch of local government. The combination of these duties under one umbrella, funded and run by the store owners themselves, has led more times than not to a thriving economic environment. The rest of New York City is clamoring for this self-reliance, its time Staten Island joins them and establishes its second BID.

The success of the South Shore Merchant Project is already evident. Business owners from outside the pilot area have been reaching out to SIEDC and Councilman Ignizio demanding the same services. Shoppers in the three towns have remarked how clean the sidewalks are. Soon, private security will begin routine patrols for quality of life problems, and summer decorations will be on display. As a result, Ignizio has secured funding to operate the project into the next fi scal year. During that time, both he and SIEDC will be working on forming a Local Development Corporation (LDC) for the area. This is the fi rst step towards formally organizing a BID, and they are hopeful that members of the business community come forward to volunteer on the board. With cooperation and hard work, anything is possible.

Joseph Borelli Chief of Staff , Hon Vincent Ignizio

9 2011 SIEDC CABINET

The Cabinet was created in an eff ort to groom local business leaders to eventually become SIEDC Board Members. SIEDC Cabinet Members have an active role in SIEDC policy, meet with developers seeking to relocate or expand on Staten Island and make recommendations to the SIEDC Executive Committee regarding long-term SIEDC initiatives.

Ralph Branca Ram Cherukuri Walter Daszkowski Phil Guarnieri William Spiezia Victory State Bank New York Fragrance Daszkowski, Tompkins & Weg P.C. Empire State Bank Rogers Surveying PLLC SIEDC FOCUS Focus on SIEDC Ambassador... John R. Merlino, Jr., Merlino & Gonzalez For over 10 years, THE LAW FIRM OF MERLINO & GONZALEZ has been dedicated to the practice of law in New York and New Jersey. Our primary practice areas include Real Estate, Trusts and Estates, and Elder Law. Collectively, we have over 25 years of legal experience.

We are experienced in representing individual and business clients in all types of residential and commercial real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, refi nances, and leasing. Additionally, we represent numerous lenders in residential and commercial loan closings, and serve as agent to Chicago Title Insurance Company under our affi liated company, MGM Gotham Abstract LLC. Moreover, we are skilled in all aspects of elder law, estate planning and estate administration, with an emphasis on asset protection and wealth preservation. Through the implementation of various types of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care proxies and strategically planned asset transfers, we help our clients minimize estate taxes, protect assets from creditors, and insure that that their estate passes quickly and effi ciently to the decedent’s intended benefi ciaries. Our goal is to provide high quality, yet aff ordable legal representation. We take pride in providing the services customarily associated with much larger fi rms, while maintaining the hands-on approach of a smaller fi rm. Everyone in our offi ce is intimately involved with each fi le to provide an unsurpassed level of client service to insure that transactions run as smoothly as possible. Focus on SIEDC Ambassador... Michael Menicucci, Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC has carved a niche in the New York Metropolitan Area serving both individual and business clients. We concentrate in Banking & Finance Law, Real Estate Law, Mortgages & Foreclosures, Litigation and Appeals. In each of these areas our goals are to provide quality advice, leadership, innovative and practical solutions, and insight into all our clients’ business and individual needs. We utilize the most current technology and cost-eff ective methods to provide services in a timely, client-oriented manner and a personal yet professional environment. We’re committed to responding to telephone calls promptly, reporting on cases regularly, and advising of risk by informing clients of signifi cant changes in the law and strength of their case. Our approach and the results we’ve delivered have attracted major corporate and individual clients and have been the foundation of our long-standing 110relationships0 with our clients and the community. 2011 SIEDC AMBASSADORS

Gary Angiuli Debra Feaser Angiuli & Gentile LLP Edward Jones Annual Awards Ambassador Fashion Island Ambassador

Robert Bentson Peter Malvasio Allen C. Bentson Insurance Agency Interglobe Communications, Inc. Chairman’s Outing Ambassador 40 Under 40 Leadership Group & 20 Under 40 Awards Ambassador

Barrington Burke-Green Michael Menicucci Menicucci Villa & Associates PLLC Visiting Nurse Association of SI Commercial Paper Recycling Health & Wellness Expo Ambassador Project Ambassador

Robert Costomiris & Matthew Meehan John R. Merlino, Jr. Meehan Costomiris Group Merlino & Gonzalez Business Council / Building & South Shore Merchants Program Developers Circle Ambassador Ambassador

Keith Cummings Michael Motelson KCM Plumbing & Heating Corp. Dome Property Management E-Newsletter / Annual Golf Outing Ambassador What’s Happening Ambassador

Robert Cutrona Project-One Services, Inc. Frank Naso Ambassador Chair The Naso Organization SI Conference Ambassador SI Film Festival Ambassador

John DiFazio Faztec Industries David Rampulla Green & Clean Expo & FerryAds.com Green Zone Ambassador CTV Ambassador 1111 CON EDISON’S GREEN TEAM

1122 CON EDISON’S GREEN TEAM

CON EDISON INCENTIVE AND REBATE PROGRAMS

PROGRAM 1-4 Family 5-75 Unit Residential 75+ Unit Residential Small Business and Industrial Commercial Energy Efficiency 1-877-870-6118  Home Energy Survey Program ; Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning Program ; Appliance Recycling Program ; Room Air-Conditioner Rebate Program ;; Multi-family Program ; Small Business Direct Install Program ;; Commercial and Industrial Rebate Program ;;; Commercial and Industrial Custom Program ;;; Demand Response 1-877-870-6118  Residential Smart Appliance Program ; Distribution Load Relief Program ;;;; Commercial System Relief Program ;;;; Critical Peak Rebate Program ;;;;; Direct Load Control Program ;;;;; Oil-to-Gas Conversion 1-800-643-1289 ;;;;; Targeted Demand Side Management 1-877-870-6118 ;;;;;

For more information, please visit: conEd.com/energyefficiency

Religious and nonprofit organizations: call 1-877-870-6118 to learn about program eligibility 1133 2011 SIEDC AMBASSADORS (cont.)

, PHOTO Capt. Libaniel Urbina Anthony Tucci, Esq. St. George Station / Real Estate COMING The Salvation Army Women’s Leadership Council Program & Brownfi eld SOON Ambassador Development Ambassador

Chris Williams Chris Ressa William’s Eye Works RJW Brokerage Corp. Social Media & Blog / Monthly Member Dinner Series Seminars Ambassador Ambassador

Brad Silber Industry Magazine B-to-B, Best Companies & Appreciation Dinner Ambassador 2011 EXECUTIVE DINING NETWORK The SIEDC Executive Dining Network is an exclusive group providing its elite restaurant members with an opportunity to host multiple SIEDC events, while receiving membership benefi ts, including networking with the Island’s business leaders to obtain new customers.

1144 2011 BUILDING & DEVELOPERS CIRCLE

Michael Abboud, Monarch Meedical Richard Nicotra, Nicotra LLC Mohamed Adam, May Ship Repair Frank Rizzo, Cornerstone Realty Partners, Inc. Donald J. Banks, Bedford Construction Tricia Sabatini, Staten Island Terminal, LLC Brian DeForest, Atlantic Salt, Co. Jim Virga, ABCO Maintenance Phil Farinacci, Bell Building Corp. Josiah A. Wuestneck, PE, PP, Ironstate Development Peter Franchini, Flag Container Services, Inc. James Witte, DONJON Recycling Richard Marini, Avanti Building Consultants, Inc. SIEDC FOCUS Focus on SIEDC Building & Developers Circle... James Witte, Division Manger Recycling Services Donjon Marine Co., Inc., DONJON Recycling James Witte entered the workforce a Graduate of Lehigh University, with a Bachelors of Science in Business and Economics. Mr. Witte also attended and completed various executive training programs including some at The Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania.

Launching his career, Mr. Witte joined the sales force of Clean Venture / Cycle Chem, a full service environmental contractor and RCRA Part “B” treatment, storage and disposal facility, with locations throughout New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and New England areas. Mr. Witte assisted in the development and expansion of markets, to include specialized waste programs, such as household hazardous waste days. After leading the organization successfully to the expansion of various markets, Mr. Witte was promoted to Sales Manager. He was responsible for the staffi ng of personnel and for ensuring continued growth and success of the business unit.

After achieving success in sales and an extensive knowledge of environmental clean up services, Mr. Witte started his own consulting and contracting fi rm, Focus Recycling Systems in 1997. His fi rm off ered industrial and commercial businesses environmentally responsible waste disposal options for chemicals, electronics and other hazardous materials. After successfully owning and operating his own small business for several years, Mr. Witte decided to sell his business and join his siblings at his family’s business Donjon Marine Co. Inc., founded in 1966 by his father, J. Arnold Witte.

Mr. Witte’s enhanced qualifi cations in the environmental fi eld and as an entrepreneur directed his placement within Donjon Marine Co. Inc. Mr. Witte became Vice President- Division Manager of the 22 acre metal recycling plant in Staten Island, NY. Mr. Witte transformed his family’s scrap yard into a thriving, compliant and profi table facility. This division of DONJON Marine Co. Inc. now operates under the name of DONJON Recycling. Mr. Witte has successfully expanded DONJON Recycling’s portfolio through the acquisition of C&M Metals in Dover, NJ and the introduction of electronic recycling services. Mr. Witte expanded the business, creating a strong presence in the Metro NY/ NJ metal recycling industry and the fi rst to receive and process electronics recycling on Staten Island, NY.

Mr. Witte fi nds great pride in contributing to Green Vision Inc., a non profi t program which works with older children and adults with autism to learn technical and recycling skills and ultimately fi nd employment. As a result of DONJON Recycling’s vendor relationship with Green Vision Inc., Mr. Witte was invited to join the Board of Directors and recently became Treasurer.

Mr. Witte is married with three children and life long resident of New Jersey. He enjoys golfi ng, traveling, and spending time with his family. 1155 OPPORTUNITY SI 4TH EDITION

Advertise in Staten Island’s premier business magazine!

The 2012 Opportunity Staten Island Magazine (OSI 4) will have a primary focus on Real Estate. SIEDC will only be list- ing and featuring the best and the cleanest available and developable properties on Staten Island. Over 10,000 cop- ies of OSI will be printed and distributed throughout the tri-state region to developers, real estate professionals and businesses. In addition, SIEDC will be posting the Magazine online and marketing it via our social media network. Other sections of interested will include:

THE STATEN ISLAND GREEN ZONE, 2010 CENSUS DATA, COMMERCIAL SERVICES (ie: Howland Hook, Arlington Yard and Freight Rail).

THE MAGAZINE WILL BE UNVEILED AT THE 2012 STATEN ISLAND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE

Contact [email protected] or 718-477-1400x15. Please note: both vertical and horizontal ads will be accepted.

1166 LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

Background - Building upon the success of the 20 Under 40 Awards, the 40 Under 40 Group and the many years of member promotions, SIEDC will soon be launching the SIEDC Leadership Institute as a way of grooming young professionals to be future leaders on Staten Island.

Eligibility Requirements –

1 – Must be 45 years old or younger 2 – Does not have to be an SIEDC Member 3 – Must own or work for a for-profi t business on Staten Island 4 – Must commit to the $2,500 in annual membership dues 5– Must be nominated by SIEDC SVP & President & CEO 6 – Must be selected/voted in by SIEDC Cabinet 7 – Must already serve on the Board of one other Staten Island Not For Profi t

Curriculum –

A) Once a quarter, candidates will be invited to participate in a private Leadership Seminar and hear from local leaders in business and government B) An SIEDC Member will be appointed as a “Business Mentor” to each candidate C) Once a quarter, candidates will hear from local not for profi t leaders about their group, its mission and work. In order to remain in the program, candidates must select at least one group to volunteer their time with D) Candidates will be allowed to participate in one 40 Under 40 Leadership Group Meeting per month E) Candidates will receive a host of SIEDC benefi ts, including – rotating seat at SIEDC Cabinet Meetings, a vending table to the Annual Economic Development Conference, tickets to SIEDC annual awards and other events, one single for the annual SIEDC golf Outing F) Candidates will participate in one large scale Leadership Institute community initiative (ie – beach clean-up, walk to raise $ etc) G) Candidates who participate in all Leadership Institute activities will be given a Special Recognition Award at the SIEDC Annual Awards Reception and/or Appreciation Dinner H) At the end of two years, a formal graduation ceremony will take place at the annual SIEDC Economic Development Conference

MEMBERSHIP WILL BE LIMITED TO TEN (10)

If you are interested in being considered for nomination, please email Laura Liberto at [email protected] no later than August 1, 2011 1177 ANNUAL GOLF OUTING / ANNUAL AWARDS

1188 FASHION ISLAND

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To bring these For over 45 years, Villa Marin Buick GMC Isuzu has been on Staten outstanding soups to hungry consumers everywhere, Al has teamed Island serving Islander’s (and off-Islander’s) sales, service and parts up with an amazing group of franchise and food retail specialists. needs.Whether for commercial trucks or new or used cars and trucks, Villa Marin is located close to major roadways for sales and CTS & SUPPLIES service. Our sales staff is friendly and knowledgeable. We don’t push Brighton U.S.A. LTD. and strive to add customers to our family and treat them as we do 814 Richmond Terrace, SI, NY 10301 our own. Many people say our sales experience is like none they’ve Contact: Gary Timblin had before and that we exceed their expectations. Our service staff Phone: (718) 447-2000 Fax: (718) 876-0862 has many years of hands-on experience in addition to their training Website: www.brightonus.com certifi cations so that you can be completely satisfi ed that your Brighton USA was started in 1966 by Robert Skeele to service the vehicle will be maintained and repaired correctly, by professionals. Janitorial and Paper Supply customers of Staten Island. Over the years So whether it be a family car, crossover, SUV or commercial vehicle our organization has grown to service the needs of the New York, 2200 2011 SIEDC BUSINESS COUNCIL

New Jersey Metro Area. The steady growth and stability through Contact: Jack Hoff man the years has ensured a high level of Customer Satisfaction. Our Phone: (718) 313-9609 success can be attributed to our commitment to provide the best Affi liated Computer Services (ACS) is a premier provider of diversifi quality products such as: Gym Finish, Stain Remover, Hand Soaps, ed business process outsourcing (BPO) and information technology Disinfectants, Toilet Tissue, Carpet Shampoo, Trash Liners, Concrete (IT) services and solutions to commercial and government clients Cleaner, Floor Machines, Truck & Auto Wash and more! worldwide. As a FORTUNE 500 company, ACS has proven success delivering strategic value, business results, and operational gains to COFFEE SUPPLIER our clients. At ACS, it’s people, clients, and culture that make the U.S. Coffee difference. With unparalleled levels of growth and client retention, 51 Alpha Plaza Hicksville, NY 11801 ACS is 65,000 people strong and growing. In October 2007, the New Contact: Bob Stimell York State Thruway Authority, MTA Bridges & Tunnels, and the Port Phone: (516)351-0363 Fax: (718) 761-3400 Authority of NY & NJ awarded ACS State and Local Solutions a 10- Website: www.uscoffee.com year contract renewal to continue operating the E-ZPass New York For over 40 years and three generations of family management, customer service center. U.S. Coff ee has grown from a small, local coffee supplier to a well respected leader in our industry. We are now large enough to handle ENERGY all of your refreshment needs, but still hands-on enough to take care NRG Energy, Arthur Kill Operations Inc. of each account personally. Over the years, we have expanded our 4401 Victory Boulevard, SI, NY 10314 services to include everything from coff ee to cleaning supplies, water Contact: Richard Travers cooler and offi ce supplies. Our continuing goal and guiding principal is Phone: (718) 390-2776 Fax: (718) 761-8825 to make your job easier. When you choose U.S. Coffee you no longer Email: [email protected] need a separate water company, vending company, coffee company and NRG Energy is a leading competitive energy provider. Founded in offi ce supply company. We are all of those and more. Wouldn’t it be 1989, NRG develops, owns and operates a variety of energy related nice to make only one phone call, have only one contact and pay only operations worldwide. NRG Arthur Kill Operations Inc. operates one invoice? That’s why over 15,000 offi ces rely on us every day. We an 850-megawatt generating facility, located in the Travis section of also have on-line ordering and next day delivery. U.S. Coffee really is Staten Island. complete offi ce refreshment made easy. 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In partnership with Cementos Lima of Peru, it will create FINANCE eco-friendly deepwater channels along Richmond Terrace within two Comprehensive Wealth Management Group, LLC years to permit cement from South America to be shipped to city 3117 Richmond Road, Staten Island, NY 10306 construction sites rather than transported via truck routes, thereby Contact: Allan Katz reducing air pollution and road and bridge infrastructure burdens and Phone: (718) 980-3737 Fax: (718) 980-3858 congestion. An estimated 800,000 metric tons of cement is expected Planning for fi nancial independence can be an intimidating and to be delivered annually from the site to the ready-mix concrete overwhelming experience due to its complexity. At Richmond market in the metropolitan area. Financial Associates, Inc. we strive to show you that the process can also be an extremely rewarding endeavor over the course of time. DISC JOCKEY This is especially true when the techniques you have employed come HI NRG Sound Productions to fruition and your goals are met. Contact: Matthew Zocco 2110 Clove Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305 GIFTS Phone: (718) 818-8490 Edible Arrangements Email: [email protected] Contact: Sergey Guberman 39 Victory Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10301 ELECTRONIC TOLL COLLECTION Phone: (347) 466-5699 & (718) 667-3636 Transportation Solutions Group, TSS Email: [email protected] Affi liated Computer Services | A Xerox Company Website: www.ediblearrangements.com 1150 South Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314 Edible Arrangements® has a fresh fruit bouquet to make any occasion 2211 2011 SIEDC BUSINESS COUNCIL special - from birthdays, anniversaries and congratulations to business government. He actively supports youth programs, The Alzheimer events and client gifts. 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Lahr in 1912, specializes its Contact: Josephine Marino practice in real estate, focusing on representation of mortgage Phone: (718) 840-4492 lenders in the core areas of residential loan fi nancing, commercial Website: www.healthplus-ny.org loan fi nancing, multi-family loan fi nancing, construction and land Established in 1984 by Lutheran Medical Center, Health Plus, one of loan fi nancing and the fi nancing of loans given in connection with the largest HMOs in the New York area, works to ensure that every cooperative apartment units. In addition to its extensive experience child and adult in the fi ve boroughs and Nassau County who qualifi es in the area of fi nancing, the fi rm has a long established history has access to free or affordable healthcare. As a not-for-profi t and background in the representation of sellers and purchasers of organization, they help to keep nearly 270,000 New Yorkers healthy, residential and commercial real estate, representation of real estate happy, and strong. developers in land acquisition and the development and construction of commercial and residential properties. The fi rm has provided HOSPITALITY closing services in over sixty thousand transactions to a great many M&R Hospitality Management mortgage lenders and private clients. The fi rm also specializes in and 144-17 156th Street, Jamaica, NY 11434 provides services in the areas of estate planning and asset protection, Contact: Manish Patni including wills, revocable & irrevocable trusts, Medicaid trusts, power Phone: (718) 276-8689 of attorney, health care proxy and living wills. Website: www.mrhotelgroup.com For over a decade we have successfully owned and managed quality MENTAL HEALTH hotels throughout the New York City marketplace. 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Staten Island Behavioral Network’s Supported Housing Program has 18 beds in extremely nice settings on Staten Island for clients who INSURANCE have been long stay clients in a state psychiatric center and/or are Limeri Insurance Agency curently in OMH licensed Apartment Programs. 3929 Amboy Road, SI, NY 10308 Contact: Fred Limeri MORTGAGE Phone: (718) 227-0808 Financial Equities Mortgage Brokers We are a full service insurance agency, providing life, health, auto, 1110 South Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314 home and business insurance solutions to our business and personal Contact: Salvatore Criscuolo line clients needs. We represent many of the leading carriers such as Phone: (718) 869-4795 Travelers, Hartford, Progressive, ING, Empire Blue Cross / Blue Shield, Website: www.fi nancialequities.com GHI and more. We make shopping for your insurance an easy and Financial Equities Mortgage Bankers Inc. is a Direct Mortgage Lender stressless experience. specializing in residential mortgage fi nancing. We are HUD approved and provide fi nancing through various channels. We have been JEWELER fi nancing residential mortgages for over 20 years. Our overhead is Gerald Peters Goldmine Jewelers low which translates into low rates and our staff is knowledgeable Contact: Gerald Amerosi which translates into quick effi cient closings. Financial Equities is Staten Island Mall - 2655 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314 located at 1110 South Avenue with our main offi ce in Garden City Phone: (718) 477-4000 Fax: (718) 370-3852 Long Island. 800 924 6336 Email: [email protected] Gerald Peters Gold Mine features the most prominent brands in the NOT-FOR-PROFIT jewelry industry today. The brands fl ourish in “Gerry’s” domain. Jewish Community Center of Staten Island The store is upscale and vibrant and no one comes in to the store Aberlin/North Shore JCC - 485 Victory Boulevard, SI, NY 10301 without getting a warm greeting from the dynamic “Gerry”. “Gerry” Phone: (718) 475-5200 Is222 2a Rotarian a civic leader and participant in the local and state Avis/South Shore JCC - 1297 Arthur Kill Road, SI, NY 10312 2011 SIEDC BUSINESS COUNCIL

Phone: (718) 475-5200 One of New York’s most respected providers of comprehensive Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC - 1466 Manor Road, SI, NY 10314 residential, industrial and commercial heating and plumbing services. Phone: (718) 475-5200 Contact: David Sorkin REAL ESTATE Website: www.sijcc.org Salmon Real Estate The JCC of Staten Island operates with a mission to foster and 1855 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10314 strengthen an understanding of and appreciation for Jewish values, Contact: Henry Salmon culture and heritage, and provide increased opportunities for Jewish Phone: (718) 447-6477 Fax: (718) 273-3765 Cell: (917) 848-9677 association on Staten Island, and a wealth of social and recreational Email: [email protected] services to the entire Borough community. Salmon Real Estate, established in 1956, is among the oldest independent brokers serving the Staten Island community. The OFFICE EQUIPMENT experience Salmon Real Estate brings to Residential, Commercial and Offi ce Equipment Company Industrial real estate transactions is second to none. “If you are not 2366 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10303 looking with Salmon Real Estate, you are not really in the market; if Contact: Dan Wheeler you are not listed with Salmon Real Estate, you are not really listed Phone: (718) 273-3605 on the market.” Website: www.oecny.com Offi ce Equipment Co. has been faithfully serving all 5 boroughs & RESTAURANT NJ since 1951! We sell offi ce furniture and supplies with substantial Arirang Hibachi Steakhouse and Sushi Bar discounts. 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Special Tees provides vocational training and employment Contact: Keith Cummings opportunities for people with a diagnosis of mental illness, who are 125 Lake Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10303 traditionally considered “unemployable” through a screen printing/ Phone: (718) 556 -0600 embroidery business program. Email: [email protected] Website: www.kcmplumbing.com 2233 2011 SIEDC BUSINESS COUNCIL

SECURITY GUARDS Sottile Security International, Inc. 981 Bay St., Staten Island, NY 10305 Phone: (718) 448-0148 Contact: Sal Sottile Sottile Security is the culmination over over twenty con secutive years in the security guard industry. Mr. Sottile was the part owner of Tower Security Investigation & Services Inc. (est. 1990-94) and Starr Security Services Inc. (est. 1974). Through out its history the company has served the New York City area and the state of New Jersey from its offi cers in Manhattan. From Sottile Security’s inception the benchmark has been to achieve quality through hard work and determination.

SIGNAGE RGM Signs 1234 Castleton Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310 Phone: (718) 442-0598 Contact: Ron Malanga Established in 1978, RGM Signs has been continuously designing and manufacturing awnings, canopies and marquees for commercial and residential customers throughout the New York and tri-state area. We are one of the most trusted and experienced companies in the industry. Family owned and operated, RGM Signs is dedicated to providing our customers with ground-breaking design, outstanding craftsmanship, exceptional service and competitive pricing. Based on our many years of experience, we are pleased to offer detailed renderings for designs and many suggestions for your specifi c needs. We are the sign and awning experts, so let us assist you. Whether your awning is used to promote a business, embellish a building or home, offer shelter from the weather or control energy costs, RGM Signs is the company to turn to.

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WELLNESS SPA A.F. Bennett Salon & Wellness Spa 350 New Dorp Lane, SI, NY 10306 Contact: Frank Bennett Phone: (718) 979-9000 Website: www.afbennett.com With years of experience and continuing education, A.F. Bennett Salon & Wellness Spa’s dedicated staff is ready serve you and your beauty needs. We will help you decide the best look, and deliver just the right services to achieve it. Our comfortable, relaxed atmosphere is designed to make you feel great!

2244 2011 SIEDC 40 UNDER 40 LEADERSHIP GROUP Pavel Alvarez, AHRC Anthony Libecci, Afl ac Insurance Erik Anderson, PR Solutions Jennifer Limeri, Limeri Insurance Agency Charles Balducci, NYC Arts Cypher Richard Luthmann, The Luthmann Firm, LLC Ryan Brehm, Sign Guy Matthew Meehan, Meehan Costomiris Group John Burbridge, Nightwatch Services William Mehnert, Sovereign Bank | Santander Frank Buthorn, Crown Trophy Joseph Milano, Northwestern Mutual Fantima Canosa, Pratt Industries Mara Montalbano, NY1 News Dan Caropreso, MAGICX Studios Christopher Otterbeck, The Otterbeck Law Firm Robert Carpinello, Sovereign Bank | Santander Diana Petrone, Not Just Bagels Steve Costa, Victory Healing Arts Michael Piazza, Paving Arts Jak Daragjati, JD Systems Dario Pompeo, Lotus Advisory Group Samuel Figueroa, Attorney at Law Anthony Rapacciulo, PRcision Kim Flotteron, Falk & Associates, LLC Tara Roed, Let Them Eat Cupcakes! Ken Formica, Flag Container Services, Inc. Frank Sanchez, Hilton Garden Inn Michael Gaglio, Paul Gaglio General Contractors, Inc. Cory Schifter, Casale Jewlers Dil Gillani, Gillani Homes Sal Settepani, Pasticceria Bruno Brian Gomez, TD Bank Shane Sorrento, APEX Credit Solutions David Gutman, Merchant Data Systems Philip Squatrito, Healthy Smiles of SI Richard Ippolito Jr., R. Ippolito Distrubuting Benny Umbra, Staten Island Terminal, LLC Elvis Kraljev, Posh Baby & Teen Renee Wood, Renee Wood & Associates, LLC Nick Legakis, St. John’s University David Youssef, Better Biz Works 2011 SIEDC GREEN & CLEAN COUNCIL Libia Colon, Free Lighting Irene Paoli, Vitale Sunshine Realty Maureen Fairlie, Snappy Solutions, Inc. Dr. Carole Reiss, Ph.D, SI Green Charter School Alex Federico, Coastal Plumbing Supply Co., Inc. Chris Rinaldi, County Tree Steve Ferdinando, Richmond Plumbing & Heat Irene Santoro, Forever Green Joe Guerra, Metacrylics Gary Timblin, Brighton USA James Imbro, SI Renewable Energy Evan Weissglass, Gold Seal Offi ce Supply Prod- ucts Richard Milano, AMCOR Electrical Contractors L. Adrian Wilton, Greensulate Christian Moccia, MetroInk Charlie Oliver, Greenbuildingevents.com 2255 2011 SIEDC WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP COUNCIL The Women’s Leadership Council was offi cially launched on September 20, 2007. To date, over 40 women have joined WLC, with the hopes of accomplishing the following mission: To motivate, educate, inspire, and guide women in the business and non profi t sectors so that they may grow personally and professionally, while also strengthening their community. Xiomara Ayala - Sovereign Bank | Santander Janet Mandile - Our Island Real Estate Christine Battaglia - Educational Program Consultant Chrissy Mazzola - North American DF Patricia Bove - Plaza Island Abstract, LLC Eileen Merkent - Northfi eld Bank Joan Camerlengo - Joan Camerlengo Realty, LLC Enid Motelson - Dome Property Management Linda Carozza - Speech Consulting Services Irene Paoli, Vitale Sunshine Realty Melanie Franklin Cohn - COAHSI Michele Paolino, Sylan Learning Center Sister Patricia Corley - Notre Dame Academy Kathleen Pesile - City University of NY/Pesile Financial Paula Coyle - Richmond University Medical Center Jackie Reiter - Home Instead Senior Care Ilyssa DeCasperis - DM Advisors Vicki Roitman - Jewish Community Center Janet Dugo - Staten Island Business Trends Lisa Rondon - Magnusson Architecture & Planning Maureen Fairlie, Snappy Solutions Jeanne Sarno - Empire State Bank Roselle Farina Hecht - Staten Island Parent Gina Schlagel - SIUH Gerry Fredericksen - Love Travel Lenore Schwartz - Total Electric Christene Fergusson, Chase Bank Adrienne Setbon - Own-A-Home Realty Joan Galestro - TD Bank Lori Sinagra - Vitale Sunshine Realtors June Gallop - Visual Artist, Historian & Educator Linda Steinman - Project Hospitality Joanne Gerenser - Eden II Terry Tarangelo - Signature Bank Jennifer Gray-Brumskine - Island Voice Sarah Trusewicz - Citibank Norma Haddad, Capital One Bank Ellen Vitellas, Marathon Bank Eileen Hopkins, PhD - Eden II Holly Wiesner Olivieri - Joanne Costa Realty Robin Lefkowitz - Northfi eld Bank Fern Zagor - Staten Island Mental Health Society Juliet Lewis - Con Edison

Women of the WLC visit the College of Staten Island Holly Weisner Oliveri of the WLC provides communica- to mentor young women. 2266 tion student, Goergette, with career advice. SIEDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS EExecutivexecutive CCommitteeommittee Edward Birdie R. Randy Lee, Esq. New York Power Authority Lee & Amtzis, LLP Membership Manager Chairman John Alexander Stanley M. Friedman Northfi eld Bank Sr. Executive Vice-Chairman Executive Committee Member

Robert Moore Aubrey Braz Executive Vice-Chairman Consolidated Edison Executive Committee Member James P. Molinaro Borough President of Staten Island Anthony Ferreri Vice-Chairman Staten Island University Hospital Executive Committee Member Dr. Ronald Sheppard Treasurer Michael F. Manzulli Richmond County Savings Bank Lynn Rossi Chairman Emeritus JP Morgan Chase Secretary Maurice K. Shaw (1939-2007) Founding Chairman Emeritus Members of the Board of Directors Joseph Doolan Sandy Krueger Richard Sabatini TD Bank Staten Island Board of Realtors Staten Island Terminal, LLC Joseph Carroll Gary Langenhahn Josephine Savastano Citibank, N.A. Private Client Group, LLC Sovereign Bank | Santander Richard Codd Hank Levin Frank Scollo The Teleport / Port Authority of Pratt Industries New York Container Terminal, NY & NJ Inc. Dominick Lombardi Pamela Columbia IDB Bank Michael Stevens Statewide Fire Corp. Time Warner Cable Carmine Manna Seth Edwards Hylan Datacom + Electrical Mark Tranchina JP Morgan Chase The Vanderbilt at South Beach Ray Masucci Felix Gilroy, Esq. Raymond Homes, Inc. Frank Powers (1940-2008) Kevin Ferryman Kenneth Mitchell Capital One Bank Advisory Members: Nancy Pouch Eugene Garaventa, PhD Richard Ippolito, Sr. College of Staten Island R. Ippolito Distributing Joseph Rende National Grid 2277