NRBP Membership Drive: Join Us in Strengthening Newark!

written by Ferlanda Fox Nixon, Esq., President & CEO, NRBP

We are more than five months into our second annual membership drive, and I am thrilled to share the incredible progress we are making together! The energy, commitment, and advocacy being shown for the Newark Regional Business Partnership are nothing short of inspiring.
 
Record-Breaking Results
I am proud to announce that, to date, we have welcomed 14 new members into the NRBP family through this drive. To put this in perspective, this time last year we were celebrating seven new additions. By mobilizing our network, we have nearly doubled our efforts, significantly strengthening the collective voice and reach of our region’s business community. Last year, Frank Ferruggia (McCarter & English) set the standard by recruiting the most new members with two.
 
Celebrating Our Advocates
The competition is fierce, and the enthusiasm to grow our network is palpable. Please join me in acknowledging the individuals currently topping our leaderboard:
 

• First Place: Ari Fox (Audible, Inc.) is in the lead with four new members secured!

• Second Place (Tied): Mitch Cahn (Unionwear) and Anthony Marin (MIG Real Estate), each with two impressive recruitments.

• Our Momentum Builders: A sincere thank you to Chanice Fish (Taste of the Caribbean Restaurant & Catering), Nathaniel Cooke (Propel America), Emily Manz (Invest Newark), Kevin Callaghan (City of Newark), Deidra Viney (Express Employment Professionals), and Dee Asch (GPS Consultants, LLC), who have each successfully onboarded one new member.

 
Why Join the NRBP Now?
Whether you are a long-standing member or a business leader considering joining us for the first time, you are entering a community that is more active and connected than ever before.
 
Membership in the Greater Newark’s premier chamber of commerce provides:

• Strategic Connections: Participate in our Engage and Exchange initiative, featuring our CEO Updates & Member Forum, high-impact networking events, and our podcast series where members share their stories with a broader audience.

• Advocacy and Leadership: Join a network that serves as a trusted partner for business success and a steward of regional economic growth.

• Enhanced Value: With our updated dues structure, we have refined our offerings to ensure that every organization, from small enterprises to established firms, receives maximum benefit and return on investment.

 
Let’s Cross the Finish Line Strong!
We have until August 31, 2026, to keep this momentum going. I encourage all our members to continue sharing the value of an NRBP membership with your colleagues and peers. For those of you who have been considering membership, there has never been a better time to get involved and add your voice to the conversation.
 
If you have questions about how to join or how to participate in this drive, our membership team, led by Kirsten Giardi, is here to assist you. Reach out to Kirsten at [email protected] or 973-242-4228.
 
Thank you for your dedication to Newark and for your continued belief in the power of this chamber of commerce. Let’s make the final stretch of this drive our most successful yet!