Assembly Candidate Vince Sera Guest Speaker at Chamber Meeting
Last week, Assembly Candidate Vince Sera was the guest speaker at the Advocacy Committee Chamber meeting. He talked about his prior experience as a legislative aide and his current role as a Brigantine council person. Sera also discussed the key issues facing our area and responded to questions from committee members.
Chamber & Members Continue to Oppose Expanded Gaming
While the “No North Jersey Casinos Coalition” proved successful back in November, there continues to be discussion on expanded gaming, particularly in North Jersey. On Monday, 8/7/17, The Greater Atlantic City Chamber was asked to sign a formal letter opposing expanded gaming by Deb DiLorenzo, of “No North Jersey Casinos Coalition” and The Chamber of […]
Bill S2369 Formally Supported by Greater Atlantic City Chamber
This bill would limit application of DEP rules concerning shellfish habitat for certain dredging projects. Historically, it is extremely difficult for marinas to get new DEP dredging permits. The South Jersey coastal areas rely heavily on tourism-related economic activity. Boating and marine commerce are a significant part of that activity. Passage of this bill would […]
What is S2872? Learn How AC Chamber is Working For You
The Chamber’s Economic Development Committee has begun an effort to help grow and diversify the area economy. As part of that effort, the Chamber proposed expansion of an existing tax incentive program to benefit Atlantic City and Atlantic County. Â State Senate Bill S2872 was introduced in January 2017 and expands the NJEDA administered Grow […]
Slate of Officers June 1, 2017 – May 31, 2018
Charlie Wimberg, Chair Mitch Zitomer, Immediate Past Chair Paul Gallagher, Chairman Business Advocacy Committee John Heinz, Co-Chairman Communications Committee Justin Tinel, Co-Chairman Communications Committee Ken Calemmo, Co-Chairman Economic Development Committee David Goddard, Co-Chairman Economic Development Committee Julie Dods, Co-Chairwoman Membership Events Committee Janice Johnston, Co-Chairwoman Membership Events Committee Jeff Dolan, Co-Chairman Membership Retention and Development […]
Chamber Statement on Offshore Oil Exploration
“President Donald Trump signed an executive order in late April that will open up the Atlantic and Arctic oceans for potential drilling. The order allows interior secretary Ryan Zinke to revisit a plan signed by former President Barack Obama that would have put those oceans off limits to drilling for another five years. As a […]
Chamber Board briefed on Atlantic County Workforce Development plans
The April Board of Directors Meeting welcomed the Atlantic County Workforce Development Board’s Executive Director, Rhonda Lowery. Executive Director Lowery briefed the Chamber Board on both the local and regional plans as they related to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Following the presentation, Chamber board members were asked to review and provide feedback on the Workforce Development […]
Chamber in Trenton for Senate Budget Committee Meeting
The Chamber is in Trenton today at the Senate Budget Committee. Issues for the committee today are state pension and transportation spending.
Chamber Meet & Eat Networking Lunch @ Andre’s
The Chamber’s monthly networking lunch hosted by Andre’s Italian Restaurant in Brigantine, NJ. Great turnout, wonderful food, excellent networking opportunities. Join Us for the Greater Good.
Chamber President Honored For 20 Years of Leadership
At the February Board of Directors meeting, Chamber President Joe Kelly was honored with a commemorative gift celebrating his 20 years of Chamber leadership.  The Board of Directors and Chamber Staff thank Joe for his hard work and dedication to the leadership of this organization.