The Consultant Quarterly Newsletter Fall 2011 Adler Memorial Event Honors Nation’s Veterans Inside this issue: SENATOR MENENDEZ VISITS NEXT GEN 2 AVIATION PARK

CIVILITY IN GOVERNMENT 2 AND POLITICS AWARD

MOORE JOINS SVL AS 3 MANAGER OF COMMUNICATIONS

ARTP HONORS TOM 3 CARVER

NJ ENERGY COALITION 3 ANNUAL MEETING

SVL ASSOCIATE ELECTED 4 FREEHOLDER

From left to right: US Senator John Kerry; House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi; Shelley Adler

On November 2nd, 2011, Honorary Co-chairs US University” and write “John H. Adler Memorial Fund for Senators John Kerry and John McCain hosted a fundraiser Veterans’ Affairs” on the memo portion of the check. in support of the John H. Adler Memorial Fund for Send checks to: John H. Adler Memorial Fund for Veterans’ Affairs at Harvard University in Washington, Veterans’ Affairs; c/o Shelley Levitan Adler; 61 Cameo DC. Drive; Cherry Hill, NJ 08003. Congressman Adler was a fervent advocate for our veterans as both a State Senator and a US Congressman. His family and friends are honoring his memory by establishing an interdisciplinary study of veterans’ issues at Adler’s alma mater, Harvard University. The endeavor strives to create a prestigious field of study to formulate the best public policy for our nation’s veterans. Congressman Adler’s wife, Shelley and his three sons Jeffery, Andrew, and Oliver spoke at the event. His fourth son, Alex, a student at Cornell was unable to attend due to mid-semester testing. Also in attendance was US Senator , US Congressman , US Congressman Leonard Lance, and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi. What a great way to honor John and help our veterans who service America on the field of battle. Would you consider a $25 or more donation to this important cause, From left to right: donations to the fund can be made payable to “Harvard Dr. Edward H. Salmon; US Senator John McCain The Consultant Quarterly Newsletter Fall 2011

Senator Bob Menendez Visits Next Generation Aviation Park

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez visited the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center on August 11th and was provided with an update on the status of the Next Generation Aviation Research & Technology Park in Atlantic County, NJ. The Park is expected to generate more than 2000 jobs. "Investments in NextGen and the aviation park will produce jobs in the process of creating that long term economic growth," Menendez said. “The employees here at the FAA facility in Atlantic County are spearheading the development of NextGen technology that is of From left to right: US Senator Bob Menendez; Gordon Dahl, Economic significant national Development District; Freeholder Alisa Cooper; Howard Kyle, Atlantic County Chief of Staff; NJ importance.” State Senator Jim Whelan; Dr. Edward H. Salmon, Board President, NextGen ARTP. During the visit, Senator partner with the FAA and that synergy can Aviation and Technology Research Park Menendez was joined by move us forward and we can all fly more on the campus of the William J. Hughes State Senator Jim Whelan. safely," said Senator Whelan. FAA Technical Center in Atlantic County, Whelan also highlighted the NJ. The ARTP's mission is to leverage the The Senator was briefed by ARTP Board research center’s importance core expertise at the FAA Tech Center President Dr. Edward Salmon and to passenger safety. with academic and private sector Executive Director Ron Esposito on the expansion of aviation technologies, "We need this Aviation development of the research park. making this area the epicenter for the Research Park to bring in the The ARTP is a nonprofit corporation tasked transformation of the National Airspace other companies so they can with developing a Next Generation System.

Civility in Government and Politics Award On September 13, 2011, W. chairman of the State Commission Cary Edwards was honored of Investigation. with the first William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy’s Edwards was well-known for Civility in Government and fostering engagement and Politics Award at Stockton dialogue regardless of political College. affiliation. Mrs. Lynn Edwards

Edwards (who passed away accepted the award in his honor. last year) was honored for his 30 years of service to New Dr. Edward H. Salmon, Chairman Jersey. Edwards was a of the Hughes Center Steering member of the General Committee, served as Master of Assembly, Chief Counsel to Ceremonies for the event which Governor Tom Kean, NJ featured former Congressman From left to right: Dr. Edward H. Salmon, Chair of Hughes Attorney General, and Jim Saxton as keynote speaker. Center Steering Committee Chair; Jim Saxton, former Congressman; Mrs. Lynn Edwards; Bill Hughes, former Page 2 Congressman and Ambassador; Dr. Herman J. Saatkamp, Jr. The Consultant Quarterly Newsletter Fall 2011 David Moore Joins Salmon Ventures as ARTP Honors Tom Carver Manager of Communications SVL is pleased to announce the appointment of David Moore to the position of Manager of Communications.

Moore joins the firm from the Fifth Legislative District office of Senator , Assemblyman Angel Fuentes and Assemblyman Gilbert “Whip” Wilson and previously worked for U.S. Senate, Lambda Chi Alpha Senator Frank R. Lautenberg. Fraternity, and served as Moore has significant Class President. In addition, experience with constituent he was a member of the From left to right: Dr. Edward H. Salmon, ARTP Board President; services, policy initiatives and Order of Omega Honor Tom Carver, Founding ATRP Board Member; Dr. Anne Harlan, ARTP public affairs. Society, Pi Lambda Sigma Board Vice President; Dr. Ron Esposito, ARTP Executive Director. Honor Society, and was “We are extremely excited awarded the John M. On October 27, 2011, the advancement of aviation to have David join our firm as Colestock Student Board of Trustees of the Next sciences as well as establish our Manager of Leadership Award. Moore Generation Aviation Research economic growth and job Communications,” said Dr. resides in West Deptford, and Technology Park (ARTP) creation in the South Jersey Edward H. Salmon, Chairman NJ and is a graduate of honored Tom Carver. area. of SVL. “His diverse Gateway Regional High experiences and enthusiasm School. Carver, who is VP of Board President Dr. Edward will make him a definite asset Government Affairs for Hi- H. Salmon, Board VP Dr. Anne to our professional team,” "David’s roots in the South Tec Systems, was honored for Harlan, and ARTP Executive continued Salmon. Jersey community will be a the time he spent as a Director Dr. Ron Esposito valuable asset in dedicated founding member presented Carver with the Moore is a 2008 graduate communicating with our of the Park’s Board of award. Trustees while serving as of Gettysburg College with clients on key initiatives," The ARTP is a nonprofit Executive Director of the New Bachelor of Arts degrees in added CEO Kim Schalek corporation tasked with Jersey Casino Reinvestment Political Science and Film Downes. “We are fortunate developing and constructing a Studies and a current Rutgers Development Authority. to have found someone with next generation aviation and University Masters of Public David’s experiences, Carver remains a true technology research park at Administration candidate. credentials and inter- believer that the creation of the FAA William J. Hughes While at Gettysburg, he personal skills to welcome to the Research Park will Technical Center in Atlantic participated in leadership our professional family,” strongly support the County. activities including Student concluded Schalek Downes. NJ Energy Coalition Hosts Annual Meeting in Salem The NJ Energy Coalition held its Board of Public Utilities “Assemblyman Chivukula, in his annual membership meeting at the Commissioner Joe Fiordaliso, role as chair of the Assembly PSEG Energy and Environmental Business Transformation Vice Telecommunications and Utilities Resource Center on September 15, President of Pepco Holdings Karen Committee, has demonstrated 2011. Lefkowitz and New Jersey outstanding leadership in Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula. developing New Jersey energy Presentation topics included an policy and advocating for update on Japan Fukushima plant, Assemblyman Chivukula was affordable, clean and reliable legislative and regulatory honored on the New Coalition power sources,” said Bob perspectives on the NJ Energy with the Distinguished Achievement Marshall, Executive Director of Master Plan and an overview on Award in recognition for his the New Jersey Energy Coalition. smart grid infrastructure investment leadership on energy policy issues “We are proud to honor the in New Jersey. The event featured in New Jersey. Assemblyman with this award.” Page 3 President of PSEG Power Bill Levis, The Consultant Quarterly Newsletter Fall 2011 SVL Associate Elected Freeholder with CEO as Campaign Manager

After retiring from teaching, Surace first served as Vice President of Salmon Ventures Limited, a government affairs firm based in Millville, and then later transitioned into an associate role at the company. In 2007, he helped produce a 170-page efficiency study on all aspects of the Passaic County government operations. Surace has also played a lead role in assisting the Bridgeton School District raise nearly $5 million from public and private sources to build a new High School Stadium.

Surace earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) from West Chester State College in 1969 and his Master of Arts (MA) in Health & Physical Education from Glassboro State College in1979. He received his Principal Certificate and Supervision Certificate from Glassboro State Tony’s Teammates From left to right: Tony Surace; Freeholder Rev. James Dunkins; Freeholder College in 1981. Director William Whelan; Deerfield Township Committeewoman Carol Musso; Sheriff Robert Austino. SVL CEO Kim Schalek Downes Robert “Tony” Surace, a former Millville impact on peoples’ lives. If elected, volunteered to work as Cumberland football coach and school administrator, I will adhere to the same principles County race campaign manager. was elected Cumberland County Freeholder that defined me as a successful She worked tirelessly for Surace and November 8, 2011. Salmon Ventures CEO coach and educator – honesty, the other candidates. Her and the Kim Schalek Downes served as the discipline, integrity, teamwork and entire Democrat team were able to campaign manager for the race. a passion for serving others.” see four of their candidates elected into office. Surace worked in the Millville School District Surace’s long list of career for 37 years primarily as a teacher of accomplishments include being Health & Physical Education. During his inducted into the South Jersey tenure, he served for 25 years as head Coaches Hall of Fame, the New coach of the Millville High School Football Jersey Football Coaches Hall of Team and 14 years as Supervisor of Health, Fame and the New Jersey Physical Education, Intramural Sports and Interscholastic Coaches Hall of Athletics. Fame. His 25 years of coaching led the Millville Senior High School football team to eight Conference When announcing his candidacy Surace Championships, ten County said, “There have been several Championships, five State Play-off opportunities for me to run for elected Appearances and one State office in the past and when asked, I have Championship. always respectfully declined. But this is a new day. Since my retirement there has been a void in my life, and I believe that serving as County Freeholder will grant me Salmon Ventures Ltd. is a national consulting firm providing professional services to another opportunity to have a positive utilities, government agencies, educational institutions, trade organizations and businesses. For any questions or comments on the content featured in this newsletter, Page 4 please contact David Moore at 856-825-0500 or [email protected]