POSITION OVERVIEW GREATER NEWARK CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU PRESIDENT & CEO (NEWARK, NEW JERSEY) THE CITY ATHE CITY AND DESTINATION Newark, America’s third oldest city, has a great history, a dynamic present, and an exciting future. The city is increasingly a corporate center, with Panasonic USA joining the ranks of Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield, PSE&G, NJ Transit, Panasonic, Audible and Prudential as major business organizations with headquarters here. And with six college campuses, Newark is proud to host more students than Cambridge, Massachusetts, in some of the most diverse and respected universities in the nation. Located just 8 short miles from New York City, Newark offers quick and easy access with dozens of transportation options to choose from. Newark Liberty International Airport, welcoming over 35 million travelers per year, is just a ten-minute drive from downtown and can be reached via AirTrain, Amtrak, NJ Transit bus or taxi. Being a transportation hub, you can get you anywhere you need to go. New York City can be easily reached in 20 minutes or less by subway(PATH), train (NJ Transit or Amtrak) or one of the many buses (NJ Transit, Bolt, Greyhound) servicing the area. Take the light rail to explore around town, or set off on foot and mess around in Newark's urban playground. REVITALIZATION As one of the country’s most accessible cities, Newark is capitalizing on the suburban to urban trend by touting its metropolitan area location, expansive transportation network, outstanding telecom infrastructure, proximity to talented workforce and its own wealth of cultural and entertainment offerings. In 2016, Newark marks its 350th anniversary with events and activities that look back upon its historic past while celebrating the City’s current transformation as a live- work-play destination. Recently, the first two new downtown hotels in 40 years were opened and five more are in the pipeline. Prudential Financial cut the ribbon on its new 400,000 sf office tower last year and Audible has grown from 150 to nearly 800 employees since its 2007 move to Newark. A $50 million venture fund and accelerator, Newark Venture Partners, has been established in downtown to take advantage of the extensive, lightning fast fiber network. THE BRIDGE BETWEEN PROFESSIONALS | SearchWide Position Overview www.searchwide.com Page 1 of 8 Hundreds of residential units have been added downtown with the building of Teachers Village and additional rehabilitation of historic buildings into luxury apartments and retail space. One of the most ambitious of these projects, opening in 2017, is the conversion of the massive Hahne & Co. department store into 160 apartments and more than 200,000 sf of commercial space that includes Whole Foods. The City’s higher education community is expanding with Rutgers-Newark’s recent opening of graduate student housing at 15 Washington Street and its Express Newark project in the Hahne’s project that will include an arts incubator, communications media center, print shop, portrait studio, lecture hall and gallery space as well as the university’s Institute of Jazz Studies. New Jersey Institute of Technology is building a new 200,000 sf multi-purpose events center and has a comprehensive plan to redevelop the Martin Luther King Boulevard corridor with its Gateway project. With proud residents, enthusiastic civic leadership and a strong business community, Newark’s revitalization is no longer just a dream, it is happening in a big way. NEWARK ATTRACTIONS The Ironbound A culinary adventure waits just steps from Newark Penn Station. The Ironbound exudes old world style, a picturesque place on the banks of the Passaic River. It is a district renowned for its Portuguese, Spanish and Brazilian fare and the place to be seen once the sun sets. Bounded by railroad tracks, the Ironbound earned its name for its proximity to foundries, it was a mecca for manufacturing in the 19th and 20th centuries, bringing an influx of immigration, saloons, breweries and gathering spots. Today the Ironbound District is home to over 170 restaurants, unique markets, European stores, sports memorabilia shops, and small cafes all contained within a four square mile radius. It is a stone’s throw from several major sports and entertainment venues, NJPAC, Red Bull Arena and Prudential Center making it an ideal location pre or post event time. Rev your engines at Teixeira’s Bakery with a steaming hot cup of galão, a revitalizing espresso and foamed milk beverage. Need to dunk? A pasteis de nata, egg custard tart, or broa, a Portuguese corn bread always make a splash. Outdoor adventurers can take a stroll along Newark’s Riverfront Park; the vibrant orange walkway offers fantastic views of the Passaic River. Summertime, stretch for outdoor yoga, see a movie under the stars, catch a boat tour or rent a kayak and explore more. Carnivores, stock up on sausages with a Presidential pedigree. Lopes Sausage Co. purveyors of chorizo and linguiça (chorizo's less spicy cousin), have supp ied the White House with delicious smoked meats...and yes, they'll ship it to your house too. Need immediate gratification? Satiate your craving for grilled meats at Fernandes Steak House, known for their Rodizio. Looking for a quick and easy meal, try on Ferry Street Barbecue for smoky succulent Portuguese style BBQ. Count the stars, D'Artagnan supplies all of NYC's 4 star restaurants with gastronomic delights. From foie gras, game meat, organic poultry, pâtés, truffles and sausages, it's Newark's finest meat market offering a farm to table experience. THE BRIDGE BETWEEN PROFESSIONALS | SearchWide Position Overview www.searchwide.com Page 2 of 8 Find frozen bliss at Nasto’s Ice Cream has been serving up homemade premium ice cream and old world desserts since 1939. Their tartufo is not to be missed. Looking for the perfect gem? Stop in at one of the two Vinhas Jewelry stores and pick up beautiful filigree pendants, watches, precious metals and sparkling stones. Prefer a taste of the Old World? Head to Lisbon Wines & Liquors for the areas largest selection of Port; with rare bottles dating back to the early 1900’s. They specialize in wines from Portugal and offer periodic seminars and tastings. To truly savor the Ironbound, one must embark on a seafood exploration. At Seabra Marisquieria find contentment in Frutos Do Mar, a gigantic platter festooned lobster, crab, shrimp, clams and oysters…you’ll need a lot of friends to finish. Try a fresh fish dish at Fornos of Spain, or tackle classic Basque dishes like Bacalao at Casa Vasca. Looking for something on the lighter side? Mompou and Catas offer tempting tapas, served in stylish surrounds. If its sizzling nightlife you’re after, the Ironbound is the place to be. Take on the retro style illuminated floors at Adega Lounge where DJ’s spin an eclectic mix of Latin rhythms. You’ll feel like a real VIP at Vivo where you can enjoy bottle service and huge dance floor. Looking for a unique experience? Every Thursday night the über artsy Hell’s Kitchen Lounge unleashes Brick City Burlesque, an ode to a bygone era with barebacked babes, glitz and glamour. Out late? Find refreshments at Andros Diner serving up comfort food 24 hours a day. Shopping Stock up in Newark and save. From quirky shops, vintage couture, to markets with a European flair, Newark’s got what you are looking for. Hit the Nike or Gap Factory outlets downtown, explore Eastern curiosities; Luxe Boutiques, skate shop culture, haberdasheries, purveyors of fine menswear and even a historic general store. TM Ward has been serving up fresh roast coffee beans since 1869; the store is filled with candy-coated goodness, gadgets, nuts and dried fruits. The Mills at Jersey Gardens, located just minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport happens to be NJ's largest premium outlet mall with over 200 stores under one roof. There is no sales tax on clothing or shoes, so let the savings begin And only 3.5 % state sales tax (50% off) on everything else at The Mills. Sports and Recreation Get in the game. Goals will be scored, risks will be taken, cheers rise as the outcome teeters. We're on the edge of victory. A palpable energy runs deep, propelling all to achieve the impossible. Root for our home teams, the New Jersey Devils NHL hockey, New York Red Bulls MLS soccer and Seton Hall NCAA basketball will battle for glory. You're invited to attend our happenings, our showdowns, bouts, and expositions. Great events happen daily. Action adventurers will find endless thrills in this urban playground. Strategies will be tested at our paintball and laser tag facility. Play with fire and molten matter as you delve into the ancient art of glassblowing. Hit the ice for a Devilishly good time at the Barnabas Health Hockey House. Roll back in time to the last urban roller rink located in Branch Brook Park. Strike a yogic pose, try on outdoor Zumba, or super-size your cinematic experience in Shaq DX. Perfect your patterns; THE BRIDGE BETWEEN PROFESSIONALS | SearchWide Position Overview www.searchwide.com Page 3 of 8 dance moves the Ironbound all night long. Take to our courts, our fields, our boardwalks, or slow it down with a stroll through our rich verdant gardens. Every day, in every corner of Newark, something is going on. New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) One of the largest and most glamorous performing arts centers in the nation, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center hosts world-class dance, theater, music, poetry and comedic performances. Enjoy the innovative stylings of the Grammy Award-winning New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, proud to call NJPAC it home.