Calendar of Events

When and Where.
Biz@Net meets every other Tuesday (with the schedule adjusted for holidays and special events) at 7:30 a.m. in the Riga-An Italian Trattoria (Telephone: 973-882-1111) at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Fairfield (the former Prime Hotel and Suites) at 690 Us Highway (Route) 46 East, Fairfield, NJ 07004-1539 . Situated in Northern New Jersey's Corporate corridor, The Crowne Plaza Hotel Fairfield is close by the Willow Brook Mall and just a few miles west of the Meadowlands and Manhattan. Contact Paul Roberts at 201-934-4573 or by email for additional information about the meeting schedule or arrangements.  (Click on the photo of the hotel atrium at left to open a new window containing a large customizable map centered on the Crowne Plaza Hotel Fairfield. Use it for driving directions.)

2008 Schedule of Meetings & Events

September Meetings.
Tuesdays: September 9, 2007; September 23, 2008.

Multi-Chamber Biz Expo 2008
Biz@Net invites you to participate in the fifth annual Biz Expo, the largest multi-chamber networking event in Northern New Jersey on Thursday, September 25 2008 at the Birchwood Manor at 111 N Jefferson Rd, Whippany, NJ 07981 (Telephone: 973-887-1414).    Participating Chambers: Morris County, Newark Regional Business Partnership, North Essex, North Jersey Regional and Tri-County. All are welcome with guests at $15 per person. For more information, see the adavance registration form.

August Meetings.
Tuesday: August 5, 2008.

July Meeting.
Tuesday: July 8, 2008.

Golf Outing
The Paul B. Alper Memorial Tournament/Eighth Annual Biz@Net Invitational Classic will be held at the Preakness Hills Country Club on Thursday, July 23, 2008 starting at 11:00 a.m. (please arrive by 10:30). The Club is located at 1050 Ratzer Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470 (Telephone: 973-694-2200).  .

The Golf Package for the Outing consists of 18 holes of golf with a cart, a bucket of balls at the driving range, lunch at the outdoor grill, and hors d'oeuvres with open bar afterward.

Each Biz@Net member firm may field a member and one guest at $100 per golfer and an unlimited number of additional guests at $150 each. Non-golfers may join us afterwards for hors d'oeuvres and the open bar for $35 each. Please fax Paul Roberts at 201-934-7255 by July 9, 2008. Please mail your check payable to Biz@Net to Mike Wolansky, Demetrius & Company, LLC, Wayne Interchange Plaza II, 155 Route 46 West, Wayne, NJ 07470, or bring it to a meeting. Outings must be paid in advance. This is a Members Only event. Sorry!

Check in often to catch up on our full calendar of educational, recreational, and social events. Here you'll find the latest news about seminars, meetings, lectures, speeches, parties, functions, and more. If involves Biz@Net, you'll get the scoop on it here!

Past Events (for reference)

June Meetings.
Tuesdays: June 10, 2007; June 24, 2008.

May Meetings.
Tuesdays: May 5, 2008; May 20, 2008.

Racetrack Outing: A Night at the Races.
Thursday, May 8, 2008.   Don't miss our outing to the Meadowlands Racetrack, with dining and drinks at the Pegasus Restaurant overlooking the New York skyline. The cost is $50 per person, including entrance, program, dinner and limited drinks. Bring a guest, but RSVP Paul Roberts by phone (201-934-4573) or email ASAP. Attendance is limited to 25 because that's the largest table a horse owner can reserve.

April Meetings.
Tuesdays: April 1, 2008; April 15, 2008.

March Meetings.
Tuesdays: March 4, 2008; March 18, 2008.

February Meetings.
Tuesdays: February 5, 2008; February 19, 2008

All Networking All the Time
Join us on Thursday, February 28, 2008 from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Paris Inn, 1252 Alps Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470 (Phone: 973-696-0543) for a joint networking party sponsored by the Tri-County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Passaic County NJAWBO, Le Tip of Wayne, North Jersey Business Exchange, Networking Opportunities, and Network Plus.
All are welcome with guests at $15 per person.

January Meetings.
Tuesdays: January 8, 2008; January 22, 2008

Business Building Workshop
Erik Swanson of High Achievers will conduct a Business Building Workshop on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 8:00 am in the Riga-An Italian Trattoria at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Fairfield, NJ. Senior National Trainer, Erik Swanson will talk about time management, prospecting, referrals, uncovering clients, communication skills, overcoming objections, and closing the sale.

A graduate of the University of Vermont, Erik began his career with a NYC advertising agency, then moved on to share the stage with sales and motivational trainers such as Brian Tracy, Jim Rohn, Tom Hopkins, Jack Canfeld, and Tony Robbins. Today, Erik is the President of three companies, American Sales Trainers Association, Universal Seminars, and Thank You International. An engaging speaker who motivates with real life experiences and customized training, he is the veteran of over 5000 speaking engagements and keynote addresses. This is a must-attend seminar for everyone interested in growing their business. Additional information in the seminar brochure. [PDF: 2MB]

December Meeting.
Tuesday: December 4, 2007.

November Meetings.
Tuesdays: November 6, 2007; November 20, 2007.

Fall 2007 Networking Event
It's back to business this Fall with a Biz@Net Business Card Exchange on Wednesday October 17, 2007 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the King George Diner & Restaurant, 721 Paterson-Hamburg Tpke, Wayne, NJ 07470 (Phone: 973-696-3010) . The $10 entry fee includes appetizers and two cocktails. Reservations Required. Please RSVP Patricia Davino.

October Meetings.
Tuesdays: October 9, 2007; October 23, 2007.

September Meetings.
Tuesdays: September 11, 2007; September 25, 2007.

August Meetings.
Tuesday: August 7, 2007.

July Meeting.
Tuesday: July 10, 2007.

Golf Outing
The Paul B. Alper Memorial Tournament/Seventh Annual Biz@Net Invitational Classic will be held at the High Mountain Golf Club on Thursday, July 12, 2007 starting at 11:00 a.m. (please arrive by 10:30). The Club is located at 845 Ewing Avenue, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey 07417-2904 (Telephone: 201-891-1600). Click for directions or .

The Golf Package for the Outing consists of 18 holes of golf with a cart, a bucket of balls at the driving range, lunch at the outdoor grill, and hors d'oeuvres with open bar afterward.

Each Biz@Net member firm may field a member and one guest at $100 per golfer and an unlimited number of additional guests at $150 each. Non-golfers may join us afterwards for hors d'oeuvres and the open bar for $35 each. Please fax a completed reservation to Paul Roberts at 201-934-7255 by July 1, 2007. Please mail your check payable to Biz@Net to Mike Wolansky, Demetrius & Company, LLC, Wayne Interchange Plaza II, 155 Route 46 West, Wayne, NJ 07470, or bring it to a meeting. Outings must be paid in advance.

June Meetings.
Tuesdays: June 5, 2007; June 19, 2007.

May Meetings.
Tuesdays: May 8, 2007; May 22, 2007.

Summer Kickoff Networking Event
Kick off into Summer with a Biz@Net Business Card Exchange on Wednesday June 6, 2007 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the Chapala Grill Mexican Restaurant, 52 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621 (Phone: 866-435-1967). . The $10 entry fee includes appetizers and two cocktails. Reservations Required. Please RSVP Dave Fowler by phone (201-291-5459) or .

April Meetings.
Tuesdays: April 10, 2007; April 24, 2007.

March Meetings.
Tuesdays: March 13, 2007; March 27, 2007.

Rapid Growth
Sean Callagy, Esq. of the Callagy Group will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday, March 13, 2007 Biz@Net breakfast meeting. Mr. Gallagy will discuss Rapid Growth: How to Accelerate Your Business Growth and Development. He'll talk about time management in business development and effective communication.

A popular speaker who made over 150 presentations last year alone, Sean Gallagy developed a multi-million dollar law practice while still in his twenties. He sold his practice at 33 to help other people through his speaking, coaching and training. He continues of counsel to three firms, generating substantial business for each.

Sean is a dynamic speaker whose 30-minute presentation won't disappoint. You'll want to bring a guest, but let Biz@Net President, Paul Roberts know in advance.

February Meetings.
Tuesdays: February 13, 2007; February 27, 2007

January Meetings.
Tuesdays: January 16, 2007; January 30, 2007