Happy 4th of July!

Today and this weekend, our nation commemorates its founding when it declared it's independence from England. That declaration led to the war for independence, heroically won by people willing to fight for establishing a nation that would go on to become the best and strongest in the world.

As we celebrate the 249th year of independence, and head toward the big 250th celebration, let's rededicate ourselves to the ideals set forth in the Declaration of Independence.

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.--That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, --That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. 

God Bless America.

Gabby Rodriguez Bello has joined the Bridgeton Area Chamber of Commerce team as an intern for a few months. She comes to us through the intern program of Rowan College of South Jersey, where she attends classes at the Cumberland County Campus.

Gabby is majoring in computer science with a career in graphic design in mind. She started on June 30, and is already busy boosting our Chamber's use of and presence on Facebook, expanding the Chamber to other social media platforms, assisting with database management, and promoting Chamber and community events.

Our thanks to Iris Mendez of Rowan College of SJ for her assistance. Chamber members may consider participating in the RCSJ intern program. Please read this information provided by Iris Mendez.

We are actively seeking paid opportunities and internship placements for Business Studies students at RCSJ Gloucester and Cumberland campuses in the following majors:

-Accounting 
-Human Resources Management
-Digital Marketing
-Global Business & Leadership (Business admin) 
-Computer Graphic Arts – Print Design 
-Computer Graphic Arts – Interactive Game Design
 
This program gives employer partners the opportunity to offer paid internships to students in their business field of study. By partnering with us, you'll have access to motivated students eager to contribute to your organization. If your organization has needs that align with any of these fields and you're interested in hosting a talented, career-ready student intern, I would love to connect or reconnect! Let’s build meaningful experiences for our future workforce!
 
If this inquiry does not fall within your scope, please feel free to forward my email to your company's internship coordinator and/or HR rep/contact if that is best. 
 
Internship Career Connections Key Program Highlights:
•    Students gain hands-on experience in positions directly related to their major or industry.
•    Employers provide mentorship and real-world learning experiences that benefit both the students and your company.
•    Business Studies Students are paid an hourly wage or stipend and commit to completing 150 hours during the semester, earning 3 course credits.
•    Scheduling is flexible, allowing employers and students to collaborate on a suitable arrangement.
You may find more information by visiting our website below:
https://www.rcsj.edu/icc/employers

Interested and ready to get matched with a student?  
Complete the Employer Partner Form below (if you haven't before) and we will reach out and begin matching and sending student resume(s) for your company needs. 
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=qc5jy2hKLES7sGYsI7UbWZGHrWWrIvhAt-2Y9XUM3kJUMDNSN0tQTUFEWUhBUlNSVE5ZNkwyTDFCMyQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl
If you would like further information, we can set up a time to talk via phone or Zoom to answer your questions. 
Email imendez@rcsj.edu to schedule.

Our Chamber Member, Clarity Partners, invites you to a Mastermind Success Program for Small Businesses that will begin in late July.

Message from Jerry Covella:

We are discounting our pricing for these four
chambers:  Millville, Vineland, Bridgeton, and Salem.

Members receive a $100 discount on the monthly fee ($1200 savings per year).

If you are familiar with Mastermind cohorts and the associated costs, we have priced this at a very, VERY affordable rate. The program includes traditional
Mastermind group sessions .... and we have also added:

- a personal 1-to-1 coaching call each month for each attendee;
- Access to two of our online success platforms;
- A complimentary copy of our latest book: The Success Engine.

Here is the link: https://www.claritypartnersinc.com/current-programs/p/mastermind-for-small-businesses

Bridgeton Area Chamber of Commerce

Mail to: P.O. Box 1063, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Office: 590 Shiloh Pike, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

in the Hopewell Twp. Municipal Building

856-455-1312    Fax: 856-453-9795

bacc@baccnj.com    www.CumberlandGrows.com 

www.Facebook.com/BridgetonAreaChamber 

Jonathan Cummings, President

Tony Stanzione, Chief Executive Officer

Laurie LaTorre, Member Services Coordinator

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