Bringing an individualized approach to psychotherapy, with a passion for creative and deep-reaching individual, family and couples’ therapy.
Read MoreDr. Matt Safari and Dr. Sally Guerrasio are the husband-and-wife partners at Atlantic Pediatric Dentistry, a practice in Little Silver. They are each extensively trained pediatric dentists, active in many professional dental organizations, and highly regarded by their peers.
Read MoreA long-time Monmouth County resident, he has made a career of helping people either find the perfect home or sell their current home. He has earned the New Jersey Realtors Circle of Excellence Sales Award every year since starting in business in 2008, and prides himself on having both the respect of his clients and peers in the industry. Meet realtor Christian Giamanco.
Read MoreAfter competing at the collegiate level alongside Olympic caliber athletes, Austin Gere has co-founded College Bound Nutrition (CBN) with his brother Alex Gere to offer proper training and nu[1]trition to young athletes at the high school and middle school levels. They call it Human Power Training – not focused on any one particular sport or talent, but instead striving to make the athlete quicker and more powerful.
Read MoreEstablished in 2010, the HV Design Group, Inc. is a part of Colts Neck business history. Founded and run by Holly Volpe, HV Design Group specializes in interior design, space planning, and project management. Services offered include interior enhancements, new home builds, full renovations, one-off projects, kitchens, baths, and commercial spaces. Go beyond the brand with us and meet Holly of HV Design Group.
Read More“Hops, Bees, and Christmas Trees” is how brothers Bob and Mickey Clark refer to the business. The 23-acre Fir Farm in Colts Neck has been selling Christmas trees for nearly 40 years, but the brothers are also beekeepers and harvesters of hops, running an all- organic farm free of any pesticides.
Read MoreMeet Tom Paolella Enjoy the Process is a saying that applies to many events in our lives— for most people, shopping for a car or truck is not one of them. One common complaint is a lack of confidence that the dealer has offered the best price. (Remember the Seinfeld dealership episode and the line item for “additional overcharge”?) Others find it tedious, confusing, or time-consuming. Then there is Tom Paolella who embraces the process. Nine years ago, Tom founded Car Concierge Plus, a unique service to level the playing field between dealers and buyers.
Read MoreHanan Ayoub, MD, MPH, IMD, is a practitioner, researcher, educator, and pioneer in naturopathic, integrative, and environmental medicine. Early on in her career, Dr. Ayoub was inspired to go beyond traditional medical treatments alone. “I realized there are available natural ways to prevent our body systems from shutting down, and to prevent patients from becoming disabled or dying prematurely,” Dr. Ayoub explained. The Atlantis Centers treats patients, educates those interested in holistic healthcare, and established Waves of Equality, an environmental community outreach organization.
Read MoreGreen Leaf Pet Resort, circa 2011, is a product of more than 50 years of canine-wellness and training experience from its founder, Shelly Leibowitz. Covering all things canine, from training to boarding, daycare to swimming, parties to boutiques, it’s one of the largest and most comprehensive pet facilities in Monmouth County. We caught up with Meghan Flynn, Green Leaf’s Marketing and Events Manager, to go beyond the brand.
Read MoreWhen Anthony “Tony” Frigoletto decided to start his wealth management company, he took inspiration from the Navesink River. Like a river, Tony believes one’s financial life can often have twists and turns, but if a plan is in place, and preparations are made for the turns, the currents can bring one to his or her desired destination. Choosing Red Bank as the home for River’s Edge Wealth Partners seemed the obvious choice, and since September 2020 Tony and his team have in[1]habited the old Mechanic Street School in a newly renovated and modern office.
Read MoreEntrepreneurs Barton Henderson and Joe Baur Create an Artificial Intelligence Driven Landscaping Company
Read MoreBrothers Bill and Drew Cowley started their business 31 years ago and have expanded their offering to now include pest control, nuisance wildlife control, and mold abatement in both Monmouth and Somerset counties. They also have divisions within the company that handle bird control, insulation installation, crawlspace repair, gutter guard installation, minor repairs, and a Christmas light and decorating business called Christmas Decor by Cowleys. Having been raised in Manalapan, the brothers have lived and worked in and around Monmouth County their entire lives. Bill lived in Tinton Falls before moving to Oakhurst 27 years ago with his wife, Barbara. They have four children, Drew, Rhett, Maeve, and Trevor. Drew has lived in Brielle for 30 years with his wife, Sandy while raising their three children, Shae, Tanner and Janie. Go beyond the brand with us as we introduce you to the siblings who form the leadership team of Cowleys.
Read MoreMelodee Peters moved to Colts Neck from Los Angeles and recently opened OCD Spaces, building on an idea that came to her while she was spending time home due to the pandemic. The initials, OCD, for “Organization, Closet & Design” reveal a deeper meaning: Melodee discovered her diagnosis of OCD has been a great asset in the organization business. Meet Melodee Peters, owner of OCD Spaces.
Read MoreMeet Cathy S. Davis, Independent College Counselor The college admissions process can be very stressful in “normal” times. Now, the pandemic has added layers of new issues and strategies as colleges change their requirements and methods, and students weigh their best options. Meet Cathy Davis, a former high school guidance counselor, guiding families for more than 25 years. She understands the students, the process, and as importantly, has built relationships with many admission departments.
Read MoreWith nearly 80 years of combined experience in the alteration and construction industry, this couple brings both of their expertise and lovable natures to the business, Builders Architectural Millwork Inc. in Shrewsbury. Anita DelPesce and Bob Montesano have lived in Monmouth County for the past 35 plus years in three different homes, one in Lincroft and two in Colts Neck.
Read MoreSeaview Orthopeadic and Medical Associates has more than 30 years of experience and a comprehensive array of orthopaedic services offered in six locations throughout Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Its newest office is in Holmdel where it recently welcomed Dr. Grigory Goldberg to the practice. An 11-year resident of Montgomery, NJ with his wife and two children, he has worked in Monmouth County for more than 10 years at another practice. Meet Dr. Goldberg.
Read MoreBehind this innovative and expanding Red Bank business… is a woman. In 2017, Kristina Henderson took the helm at a promotional products company, tripled sales in one year, and rebranded the company known today as Henderson Promos. Her ownership and efforts resulted in the company’s recognition as both a certified Women’s Business Enterprise and SBA Woman Owned Small Business. Kristina grew up in Colts Neck and credits her versatile background in preparing her for the many roles involved in managing a business. Perhaps most striking is Kristina’s ability to engage with people. She was awarded the titles of Miss Congeniality and Most Photogenic as a finalist in the Miss Massachusetts USA Pageant in 2016, and the Best Interview Award in the 2012 Miss New Jersey USA Pageant. She has a sense of adventure, sparked by her stint as a flight attendant at age 19, and an appreciation of service from her time in the restaurant industry. She studied journalism while living in Hawaii, finished her degree at Boston University, worked as a news producer in New Hampshire, fund-raised for the Human Rights Campaign in DC, and volunteered as a “discharge buddy” at Boston Children’s Hospital.
Read MoreExquisite space, unique gifts, & a friendly vibe greet each person at the brand new Scheál Spa. Owner Christina Depascale loves to banter and laugh with her clients, making the treatments that much more enjoyable. Christina is an empath healer aesthetician, a true “skin guru”, having studied organic chemistry for years, earning many certifications. Raised between Europe and Rumson, she honed her craft working side by side with makeup magnate Laura Mercier for more than 16 years, treating such luminaries as the princesses of Georgia and Turkey and many celebrities.
Read MorePhil and Keri Petracca and Greg Taylor recently opened Source Brewery in Colts Neck and are grateful for the overwhelming positive response from the community. Set in a restored historic farmhouse, the owners emphasized Source is more than a business, it is their home.
Read MoreThe first full service farm distillery in New Jersey is about to become a reality in our own backyard, thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit of Colts Neck’s Geoff Karch. Unlike the existing industrial warehouses, The Colts Neck StillHouse (StillHouse) will offer cocktails, tours, tasting and events in the brand-new facility at 300 Route 34 South. Why MuckleyEye? Geoff explained, “This is a term my grandfather used for those moments of discovery, joy and enthusiasm. He’d scream out, ‘Holy Muckleyeye!’…a word of exuberance that matched the level of my passion for what I’m doing. Hopefully people will say ‘Holy MuckleyEye’ at the end of the experience.” This proclamation captures the core of the distillery’s motto: Each product is made with white-knuckle enthusiasm and exuberant pride.
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