Anne Kurzenberger (9:33 AM) Morning! Thank you for hosting this session today. Nice to see the psg "celebrities." Marty Latman External (9:34 AM) Name: Marty Latman, CPA Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martylatman Email: MartyLatman@gmail.com Phone: 201-919-2607 Specialty 1: Fractional CFO for profit and Not-For-Profit companies under $500M in revenue Specialty 2: Keynote Speaker Specialty 3: Career Coach for executives and senior managers in all disciplines Philip Coopersmith (9:36 AM)(Edited) Philip S. Coopersmith: Philip S. Coopersmith | LinkedIn. Location: Morristown, NJ. I am an IT specialist with nearly 13 years experience in Data Compliance & Admin and Business Continuity at Prudential Financial. As a neurodiverse professional, I pay very close attention to detail when reviewing applications and documentation and can spot the proverbial "needle in the haystack"; I just have to know what the "needle" looks like. I am seeking full-time positions in IT or Administration/Clerical where I can carefully review documents, point out discrepancies, and ensure adherence to standards. Alan Kirshner External (9:41 AM) Hi Everyone, my Alan Kirshner, a career coach. glad to connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alankirshner/ Rachael Barish External (9:41 AM) Greetings from NJ Rachael Barish https://www.linkedin.com/in/rbarish/ Career Coach - I assist people stay confident and calm while going down the path to a new position. rbarish@comcast.net Looking for college career center in northern NJ or other organization that uses career coaches. Scott Boudreau, CPIM (9:47 AM) Chat ylou put the book in chat Rick Aiere (9:49 AM) stats say online applications success rate of 2-4% but networing 85% - any thoughts when there are crickets from network (besides your network is not good:)) Haribol (9:49 AM) https://www.linkedin.com/in/haribol-thapa-shrestha. I am Haribol, Financial Analyst. Glad to connect Serene Longsworth External (9:52 AM) Serene Longsworth - Seeking Director/VP position in Project/Program/Portfolio Management Website hellophello.com/hi/serenelongsworth Linkedin linkedin.com/in/serene-longsworth-pmp Rick Aiere (9:52 AM) happy to connect https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-aiere Rick Aiere - fintech startup entrepreneur, non-profit executive - I also teach Kung Fu in Maplewood on Saturdays - ping me if interested :) Rachael Barish External (9:52 AM) Home - The Breakfast Club NJ https://thebreakfastclubnj.com/ Matthew O'Connell External (9:54 AM) Matthew O'Connell Quality Assurance | Quality Systems |Industrial Engineering | Auditing ASQ Certified: CQE | CQA | CSSGB | CQPA | CQI | CQT | CQIA Northern New Jersey matthewkoconnell2000@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewoconnell2000 Ellen Platton (9:56 AM) Good Morning everyone, - My name is Ellen Platton and I'm a Corporate Trainer. I'm passionate about giving people the tools and resources they need to become more efficient and effective at their jobs. Changing behaviors and improving skills through training leads to improved business results. Let's connect: linkedin.com/in/ellenvplatton You (9:58 AM) The Breakfast Club of NJ Meetup Group June 13 Event Link. Please register in advance via our Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/the-breakfast-club-nj/events/311752055/ George Shenouda External (9:59 AM) Good morning everyone. I’m George Shenouda. I’m a financial advisor, retirement planner, and co-treasurer of the Breakfast Club of NJ. Please don’t hesitate to connect and reach out! https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-shenouda-crpc®-1834301a1?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios Anne Kurzenberger (9:59 AM) Hi, I'm Anne Kurzenberger. I'm looking for a role in talent management including succession planning, organization development, and leadership development for all levels and notably for executives and high potentials. Carol M McCullagh, PhD External (10:01 AM) Good morning. I am Carol M McCullagh, PhD; I’m the one who gets it done!; Beacon4Life Power Player award (networking and continuous learning), looking for a President / Chief Operating Officer position in the diversified industrial sector; willing to relocate from NJ; mccullaghcarol@yahoo.com; https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolmc ; Targets are Allegion, Trane Technologies, Johnson Controls, SPX. Any contacts appreciated – especially ex-employees, suppliers, customers. Also looking to expand network in NC, IN, WI, MA, and CT. Affinity points: AT&T Bell Labs, Stony Brook University, love cats and dogs, hiking, good food. Clifton Strengths: Achiever, Strategic, Focus, Learner, Significance; DISC: Dc; MBTI: INTJ; Daily Mindset: FelixBellaWillow on Facebook. Have worldwide network that I’m glad to share. Also have a Getting past the ATS tip sheet (updated 11/25) off my LinkedIn profile. Plus a 3/26 presentation on how your social media presence can be used in hiring Catherine Cantieri (10:01 AM) Hello! I’m Catherine Cantieri. I’ve worked in communications/content for 30+ years (though I only put 15 of it on my resume, lolsob). I’d love to get another position in content strategy, but I’m currently considering pivoting to teaching. So I’m interested in connecting for either field. Thanks! https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinecantieri/ Rick Aiere (10:01 AM) ageism can be discrimination due to perceived inexperience as well - interested in seeing how age is represented when the job calls for high level of experience Rick Aiere (10:03 AM) how about time commitment - preception that younger workers can prioritize time for work as opposed to personal and family stuff? Philip Coopersmith (10:04 AM) I've definitely been branded overqualified for some of the jobs I've applied for. Shilpa External (10:04 AM) Hi Everyone, I am Shilpa Gugale, a Senior Software Engineer. Glad to connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shilpa-gugale Rick Aiere (10:05 AM) I'll stop learning the day I expire Rick Aiere (10:05 AM) Gen X - our generation invented the internet and modern tech Lorena Koszarek (10:07 AM) Good morning everyone. I’m Lorena Koszarek, a marketing project manager from Northeast PA. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorena-koszarek/ Philip Coopersmith (10:14 AM) This is reminding me of an episode of Batman: The Animated Series where a former model seeks vengeance against certain companies she used to work for because they fired her once she turned 30, as they wanted younger demographics. You (10:16 AM) Click HERE to see… The Breakfast Club of NJ 2026 events speakers and topics: https://thebreakfastclubnj.com/about-us/speakers/ Funke External (10:17 AM) Funke Olaleye https://www.linkedin.com/in/funkeolaleye ofunke.olaleye@gmail.com Results driven Data Science professional leveraging data analytics and machine learning to help organizations make informed and strategic decisions. Seeking opportunities across diverse industries, with particular interest in healthcare. Rick Aiere (10:18 AM) Many people, specially younger ones ask for flex work and remote working conditions - your willingness to schlep into the workplace the ”old fashioned way” will definitely work for you You (10:18 AM) The Breakfast Club of NJ *** Back to In-Person *** June 13, 2026 @9:30am Sam Velu Unleashing the Power of AI Automation for Job Seekers Fika External (10:20 AM) https://www.meetup.com/mindshearts-without-borders/events/312425940/?slug=mindshearts-without-borders&eventId=312425940 Scott Boudreau, CPIM (10:20 AM) Hello everyone | Scott A. Boudreau, CPIM |Supply Chain Professional located in Central New Jersey | Certified in Planning and Inventory Management | Production Planning | Inventory Control | Material Management | Quality Systems | Please connect with me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottboudreaucpim/ | sboudreaucpim@gmail.com | Hope you enjoy the meeting and please connect with me via Linkedin. | Don’t forget to enter yours in the chat here and ALL other meetings you’re on. Manu Rajvanshi External (10:21 AM) What was the acronym ABP?