The New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards 2017
The most prestigious acknowledgment of the power of family business in the
State of New Jersey
Winners will be featured in New Jersey Business magazine, a Publication of
the New Jersey Business & Industry Assocation.
"Our family was so privileged to be recognized for the values with which we hold so dearly: hard work,
innovation and respect for one another. The award has become a major source of inspiration and
confidence building for our younger employees who now have a stronger appreciation for our heritage of
craftsmanship."
William Bauer, Managing Director, ROYCE Leather,
New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2016 (Over $10 million)
“One of the most exciting and rewarding experiences in our lives was winning the New Jersey Family
Business of the Year Award. We are very proud of this award and cherish it deeply. The strong work
ethic that my father instilled in my brother and me really paid off; my dad would have been really proud
of us and the award. With my son Vincent Jr. now in the business, I know the legacy will continue.”
Vincent Losavio, President, John’s Meat Market,
New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2006 (Under $10 million)
“The Family Business of the Year Award definitely gave Gateway an opportunity to showcase our talent
and expertise within the service industry.”
Lou Dell’Ermo, Founder and Former Chairman, Gateway Security Inc.,
New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2004 (Over $10 million)
“Our family was proud to be honored with the New Jersey Family Business of the Year Award in 2002.
We have been citing this award in our advertising and easel displays in all four of our stores ever since
and cannot help but think that it builds confidence in our customers.”
Max Lebersfeld, President, Capitol Lighting,
New Jersey Family Business of the Year 2002 (Over $10 million)
Sponsors
PNC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC. (WWW.PNC.COM) is one of the nation’s largest
diversified financial services organizations providing retail and business banking; residential mortgage
banking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, realestate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management.
THE ROTHMAN INSTITUTE OF INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP has been serving the
academic and business communities in support of entrepreneurship and innovation for over 25 years. The
Institute’s mission is to teach and support entrepreneurship through collaborative partnerships in the
academic and business communities. Since 1989, as part of the Silberman College of Business, the Institute
has been supporting entrepreneurship and innovation by offering academic and outreach programs on the
local, regional and increasingly, global levels. Outreach programs include the Family Business Forum,
CEO Innovation Lecture, Veterans Launching Ventures, Innovation Conferences and the Business Plan
Development Program that partners teams of MBA students with regional businesses, start-ups and
nonprofits.
THE CRYSTAL PLAZA is a magnificent turn-of-the-century mansion located in Livingston, N.J., and
designed by renowned architect, Stanford White, and restored to its original grace and splendor by the
Janoff family. Renowned for its cuisine, butler service, sparkling chandeliers, cozy fireplaces and
breathtaking Renaissance-styled ballroom — the Crystal Plaza creates an atmosphere of refined elegance
and sophistication.
FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP is a national law firm with more than 600 attorneys practicing in 20 offices coast to coast.
We’ve been serving clients for more than a century, and we’ve been climbing the ranks of the nation’s 250 largest
firms for many years, according to The National Law Journal. Our lawyers provide a full range of legal services to
public and private companies – from family-run businesses to multinational corporations. We also represent
charitable, medical and educational institutions both in the United States and in more than 50 countries worldwide.
Our lawyers partner with clients and work hand-in-hand with them to keep pace with their business objectives and
anticipate the challenges ahead. Our entrepreneurial approach — as a firm that works in the trenches with clients,
helping them to achieve their goals — is a characteristic that differentiates us.
THE NEW JERSEY BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ASSOCATION
The New Jersey Business & Industry Association exists to advance the competitive excellence and financial success
of our members. With 20,000 member companies that employ over 1 million of New Jersey’s workforce, we are the
largest and most influential statewide business association in the nation. Eighty-five percent of our members are
small businesses. Regarded as the most credible and effective advocate for business in the Garden State, our staff of
government affairs experts are vigilant in protecting the interests of our members. We provide practical information
through various sources, including our monthly magazine, New Jersey Business, and our daily e-news service, New
Jersey Business Today. Our menu of member benefits includes access to NJM Insurance, a Member Action Center
to answer complex human resource questions, 30 minutes of free legal consultation on a monthly basis, and a widerange of other money-saving benefits. NJBIA, for a “family-owned” business like yours.
SOBEL & CO. is an accounting and consulting firm offering a broad range of services to meet the needs of our
clients by fostering an environment that encourages personal and professional growth and a passion for the firm’s
core values. We will continue to be recognized as a leader in the community – known for delivering timely, quality
professional services through a multi-disciplinary approach. Our vision is that Sobel & Co. will be nationally
recognized as the professional service organization that accomplished the ultimate balance between outstanding
client service, a focus on family and the financial success of the firm. This will be accomplished by creating a
culture of pride and passion that will enable us to continue attracting and retaining the best and brightest
professionals, who will be rewarded, recognized and respected for their contributions to a firm that is founded on
shared core values.
New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards Application
The New Jersey Family Business of the Year Awards recognizes family firms that best exemplify strong
businesses acumen, active family engagement, innovation and community involvement. Please help us
honor the family businesses whose innovative strategies and business practices have had a positive impact
on the New Jersey business community and society. Winners will be featured in a notable industry
publication and honored at an annual awards luncheon. The 25th Annual New Jersey Family Business of
the Year Awards Luncheon will be held at the Crystal Plaza in Livingston, NJ on
Wednesday, October 25, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Who is Eligible?
Eligibility: Any New Jersey-based, family-owned business that now includes, or has included, more than
one generation, and whose policies and business practices have had a positive impact on business and the
community.
Who can Nominate?
Nominations may be submitted by anyone. You may nominate your own company.
Categories:
Category One: Businesses with annual sales/revenues up to $10 million.
Category Two: Businesses with annual sales/revenues of more than $10 million.
Deadline:
Deadline: All nominating forms and any accompanying materials must be emailed by
June 16, 2017
to be considered for the New Jersey Family Business of the Year Award.
1. Nominee:
Name
Title
Company
Address
Business Phone
Business Fax
Web Site
Email Address
2. Nominators:
Name
Title
Company
Address
Business Phone
Business Fax
Web Site
Email Address
3. Type of Business:
Manufacturing
Retail
Sales, Distribution
Service
Technology
Other (please specify):
4. Financial Category (please check one)
Up to $10 Million in annual sales
Over $10 Million in annual sales
5. Provide total sales numbers for each of the past three years.
Year:
Sales:
Year:
Sales:
Year:
Sales:
6. How long has the nominator known the nominee and in what capacity?
(up to 500 Characters)
7. _Company Description: Please include the following information:
Year the company was founded
Number of employees
Number of family members involved
Number of generations involved
Generation currently in charge
Oldest active family member
Youngest active family member.
Has the company been involved in any controversy that should be considered when
submitting a nomination? If yes, please feel free to explain (PLEASE NOTE: A “YES”
ANSWER WILL NOT NECESSARILY DISQUALIFY THE CONSIDERATION OF
YOUR COMPANY). (Up to 2000 characters)
8. Describe or draw a “family tree” showing the generations of family members working
in the business (past, present.) Begin with the founder, and include the names and ages
of all current family members. (Please provide as a separate document with your
application)
9. How did you hear about the Family Business of the Year Awards? Please provide
specific details and note all that apply.
Mailing/Postcard flyer:
Website:
E-mail:
Social media:
Word of mouth (please specify):
Phone call:
Other (please specify):
10. Please provide us with any DIGITAL PDF files of any brochures, photos, news clips,
website addresses, testimonials, letters of recommendation, and advertisements that
would give us a more complete picture of your company. These materials truly help to
show the well-rounded history and impact of your business. You may also mail in these
items to the below mailing address.
Please email your completed application, family tree and supporting
materials in a zipped file to:
Name your company file: [Your Company Name_FBOY16].zip
Email file to: [email protected] and [email protected]
You may also mail your application and all supporting documents to:
New Jersey Family Business of the Year Award
Rothman Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Fairleigh Dickinson University
285 Madison Avenue, M-MS1-05
Madison, NJ 07940
For further information, please contact FDU’s Rothman Institute at (973) 443-8842.
Additional forms are available to download at:
www.fdu.edu/rothman
Email: [email protected] and [email protected]