The North Jersey Networking Collective
Join us for a casual, warm, and high-value evening designed for BUSINESS OWNERS, ENTREPRENEURS, FOUNDERS, and LEADERS.
May 14, 2026 | 6PM | GLEN RIDGE, NJ
Networking shouldn’t feel like a chore!
We’ve all been to those stiff, high-pressure mixers where you leave with a stack of cards you’ll never look at. We’re doing things differently.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fitzgerald's 1928 (Sidecar)
13 Herman StreetGlen Ridge, NJ 07028United States (map)
This Month’s Expert Insight
No keynotes. No dry lectures. Just real talk with local leaders about the wins, the hurdles, and what it actually takes to grow a business in North Jersey.
Samantha T. Alexander | Partner at Pashman Stein Walder Hayden
Samantha doesn't just "fix" problems; she builds foundations. As a specialist in Corporate Law and M&A, she has seen exactly what separates businesses that scale from those that stumble.
We’re sitting down with her to discuss:
The Expensive Mistake: Why waiting for a "legal emergency" costs 10x more than being proactive.
The Power of "No": Why walking away from a "good" deal is sometimes the best way to protect your growth.
AI vs. Reality: Where ChatGPT helps—and where it leaves your business dangerously exposed.
Meet Samantha: Stick around after the chat to ask questions and learn how to start your next big move on the right foot.
Connect, Collaborate, Succeed,
Connect, Collaborate, Succeed,
Meet Your Hosts
We’re "Community Curators," not gatekeepers. We’ll make sure you’re introduced to the right people.
Kimberly Amici | Founder of Amici Creative
Website Design and Brand Strategy
A special thanks to our venue host: Fitzgerald's 1928 | Glen Ridge, NJ
Douglas Steele | Owner & Managing Director - Supporting Strategies
Accounting for Small Business