Ambassador Program

Ambassadors serve as the co-chairs for SIEDC's most highly visible programs.

As co-chair, each Ambassador becomes the public face for a specific program, getting involved in all aspects of planning. Through the Ambassador Program, members not only gain public exposure, but also the ability to cultivate effective relationships with other members of the SIEDC.

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Robert Bentson, Bentson Insurance Group
2012 20 Under 40 & Best Companies to Work for on SI Awards Ambassador

The Allen C. Bentson Agency, established 1948, is a full service insurance firm offering all types of insurance for business owners, retailers, wholesalers, manufacturers, importers, and financial institutions, covering building contents, loss of income, liability, commercial auto, worker's compensation, bonding, group health, and many other types of businesses and coverages. Licensed to do business in NJ, PA, FL, NH, and CT.

 


 

Barrington Burke-Green, Visiting Nurse Association of Staten Island
2012 SI Conference Ambassador

VNA of Staten Island is a Certified Home Health Agency and Long Term Home Health Care Provider regulated by the New York State Department of Health. The Agency's mission is to provide the highest quality therapeutic, support and preventive health care services outside the hospital setting as an independent agency.  VNA of Staten Island has earned accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP).

 


Robert Cutrona, Project-One Services, Inc.
2012 "SIEDC on CTV" & West Shore Light Rail Ambassador

At Project One, our goal is to be the only building maintenance company you will ever need. By offering a comprehensive array of maintenance services and very competitive rates, we want to add to your business' success. Our experience and results show that a neat and clean work environment--inside and out--leads toward increased employee performance, better customer relations, more sales and a higher real estate value. We always judge our success by our customer's success.

 


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John DiFazio, Faztec Industries and Diamond Ready Mix
2012 Green & Clean Expo Ambassador

Faztec Industries is a New York State and New York City approved fill material transfer station. We accept a range of materials that include dirt, rocks, concrete, brick and asphalt or any mix there-of.

In addition we offer a variety of materials; including topsoil and compost, various sand blends and quarry stone. We are known as a prime resource for many customers and we also offer a wide assortment of recycled aggregates that can be custom blended to any of your requirements.

 


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John R. Merlino, Jr., Esq., Merlino & Gonzalez
2012 Ultimate Networking Event Ambassador

MERLINO & GONZALEZ is a partnership dedicated to the practice of law in New York and New Jersey, with an emphasis in transactional real estate matters. We are experienced in representing buyers, sellers and lenders in all types of residential and commercial real estate transactions, including purchases, sales, and refinances.

We offer the convenience of flexible hours, and can conduct closings either at our on-site facilities or we can travel upon request to other locations as needed. In addition, we have a translator available to accommodate the needs of our Spanish speaking clients.

We welcome the opportunity to attend to any legal services which you or your clients may require.

 


   
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Michael Motelson, Dome Property Management
2012 "What's Happening" Electronic Newsletter Ambassador

DOME currently employs a devoted workforce of about 20 people, servicing the five boroughs of New York City and New Jersey. We are capable of managing community associations (such as condominiums, homeowners associations and cooperatives), commercial buildings (retail and offices), apartment buildings, multi-family dwellings and mixed-use properties, throughout the New York metropolitan area. We strive to be the best real estate services company in the industry.

 


   
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Frank Naso, The Naso Organization
2012 Lifetime Achievement Awards Ambassador

Frank Naso is vice president of the Naso Organization and has been active in the real estate industry on Staten Island for 17 years. His organization has provided quality housing for more than 500 Staten Island families.

 

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Chris Ressa, RJW Brokerage Corp.
2012 Chairman's Outing Ambassador

RJW Brokerage Corp. has been serving Staten Island's insurance needs for over 37 years.

 


   
Captain Libaniel Urbina, Salvation Army
2012 Annual Awards Ambassador
 
THE SALVATION ARMY RAY AND JOAN KROC CORPS COMMUNITY CENTER offers recreational, spiritual, educational, and cultural arts programs of superb quality. These versatile facilities are open to people of all ages and offer a wide variety of programs and services focused on building character, confidence, and capacity for excellence within underserved communities.
 
 
   

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Chris Williams, Williams Eye Works
2012 Health & Wellness Expo Ambassador

Chris Williams is the owner and founder of Williams Eye Works, which has served Staten Island community with eyewear, sun wear and contact lens needs since 1995. The professional and friendly licensed optometrists and opticians provide the patient with expert care and the most up-to-date lens technology from the moment they enter the store and continue to do so throughout the many years of comfort and enjoyment with their patient’s eyeglasses, sunglasses or contact lenses.

 
   
For more information on the Ambassador Program, please contact SIEDC at (718) 477-1400