Here is a list of current MNG members. For detailed information, please scroll down the page.
Accounting: Jeffrey T. Spiegel, C.P.A. | Jeffrey T. Spiegel, Principal Architect & Interior Designer: Ora Studio | Giusi Mastro, Owner Attorney: Chris D'Angelo, Partner at Vandenberg & Feliu LLP, focus on Management-side Labor & Employment Law Attorney: Joe Donlon, focus on Estates, Trusts, Wills Attorney: Elke Hofmann, focus on Liquor Licenses and Small Business Legal Consulting Banking, Small Business: Signature Bank | Rich Murasso, Branch Manager (Co-Founder of Midtown Networking Group) Business Financial Consultants: Management Services Consultants LLC | Bob Moss Chiropractic Physician: 20 East Chiropractic of Midtown | Evan Levine, Chiropractic Physician & CEO Commercial Real Estate: The Mason Alexander Group | Lynn San Andres, President Event Planning & Catering: Menus to Venues | Joan Haberman, Founder Executive & Workplace Coaching: Response-Able Consulting LLC | Paul McGinniss, PCC SBL® MSHR; Founder Financial Planning: Sam Gurvitch, CMFC Group Health Insurance: Robert Sammon Financial Services | Robert Sammon, CLU CHFC LUTCF; Principal Human Resources Consulting: Atlantic Human Resource Advisors LLC | Pamela Ross, President Imaging - Sales, Supplies, Service: Carr Business Systems | Sal Piga, Field Sales Manager Internet & Telephone Service: One Communications | Sean Muller, Senior Account Executive IT Support & Database Design: Myriad Tech Solutions | Jason Staiger, Sales Executive Marketing: BrownDirectMarketing, LLC | Gail Brown, Founder & Owner Mortgage Broker: FCMC Mortgage Corp | Stuart Kolinsky, Senior Loan Officer Office Furniture, Facilities, & Interiors: Payroll Services: Accu Data Payroll | Susan Accardo, VP Sales Printing & Advertising Specialists: Superior Resource Printing & Graphics | Jim Ewing, President (Co-Founder of Midtown Networking Group) Residential Real Estate: Prudential Douglas Elliman RE | Phyllis M. Mehalakes, Associate Broker
Accounting
JEFF SPIEGEL
Jeffrey T. Spiegel, C.P.A.
Principal
Jeffrey T. Spiegel manages his private accounting practice from an office in Smithtown, Long Island and serves the NY/LI Metropolitan area. Prior to that he was a partner with a mid-size Long Island based CPA firm for 18 years and has more than 30 years experience in the field of accounting. He graduated from the State University of New York at Albany with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting. Jeff is a member of the NYS Society of CPA’s and the AICPA. He belongs to numerous networking groups, is a Board Member of the Midtown Networking Group, and runs two networking events each month as the Long Island representative for Networking for Professionals (NFP).
Jeff was very active in the Make-A-Wish Foundation from 1984 until 2000, serving for three years as the Treasurer and three years as the Chairman of the Audit and Investment Committee of the National Foundation. He served on the Board of Directors of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Suffolk County and was Chairman of the Board for the final two years of his term.
Jeff’s practice consists of small to mid-size privately-owned businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and individual tax clients. Services range from tax planning; to business plan creation and review; to non-profit entity organization; and all other aspects of accounting, tax and financial reporting. Jeff concentrates in the area of business and tax planning and has extensive expertise in non-profit accounting. Jeff’s media credits include The Real Estate Finance Journal (a national publication, where he co-authored an article on the redevelopment of contaminated land sites or brownfields), a number of web-based publications, guest lecturer on various business and financial topics, appearances on CNN and ABC Digital, a feature article in the State University of Albany School of Business Alumni Magazine, and an interview in the March 2007 issue of CFO magazine. Jeff can be reached at jtscpa@gmail.com.
Architect & Interior Designer
GIUSI MASTRO
ORA Studio
Owner
To enter a space designed by Giusi Mastro is to experience the pleasure of being alive in a unique, personalized environment. As principal of ORA studio (the New York company she founded in 2001), and with a degree in architecture from the University of Florence, Italy, Mastro has perfected the art of combining color, shape, light and texture into ideal spaces customized for each client.
Moving easily between periods and styles, Mastro’s inspired designs for living, working, and hospitality, are supported by planning skills and meticulous site supervision that consistently produce the results her clients dream of.
Known for her cost-effective use of the finest materials and her skill at enhancing the value of her clients’ properties, Mastro’s ability to intuit their needs and guide them through the journey of construction to a successful conclusion can be enjoyed at ORA’s Web site: www.orastudiony.com. You can reach Giusi at 212.448.9518 or info@orastudiony.com.
RICHARD MURASSO Signature Bank Branch Manager Co-Founder of Midtown Networking Group
Rich is a champion of small to mid-market businesses and their banking needs. His hallmark is the personal service and attention he gives every one of his clients. In most banks, you’re stuck in a voicemail loop or dealing with non-decision makers. Rich cuts through the red tape and gets things done for you, offering the right tools to help you build your business. You can reach Rich at rmurasso@signatureny.com. Website: www.signatureny.com
20 EAST CHIROPRACTIC of MIDTOWN Evan Levine Chiropractic Physician & CEO
20 East Chiropractic of Midtown is a boutique chiropractic practice specializing in the conservative management and treatment of back pain, neck pain, sports and occupational soft tissue injuries. Dr. Levine utilizes gentle low-force techniques, conservative manual therapies, and therapeutic exercise and stretching. As the sole care provider, Dr. Levine is intimately familiar with all of the details of each patient’s case. He places an emphasis on providing active therapeutic interventions during each patient visit to ensure that maximum medical improvement is obtained as quickly and safely as possible.
Dr. Levine is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care to all of his patients. Dr. Levine is a graduate of Cornell University and the National University of Health Sciences, where he obtained his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. He also completed a clinical externship at the prestigious Texas Back Institute. He is board-certified, holds certifications in many chiropractic techniques and stays current with his training and new research in the profession through post-graduate education.
You can reach Dr. Levine at 212-687-3865 or DrLevine@20eastchiro.com for a complimentary consultation.
Lynn is an extremely knowledgeable and trusted expert when it comes to Commercial Real Estate and the New York Metropolitan area. She has a wealth of experience and is a respected advisor, in and out of her field, as demonstrated by her selection as president of the National Association of Women Business Owners-New York City Chapter (2003).
Whether you are looking to buy, develop, rent, sell, or lease commercial space in NYC, Lynn is the person to call.
Jason founded H2O Associates over 20 years ago and has turned it into an innovative and award winning firm that provides media companies with strategic insight into their sales initiatives. H2O will help you find creative—lasting—ways to entrench your brand and grow your business. They produce a variety of sales tools that address your Brand Strategy, Marketing, Copywriting, Design, and Web Development needs in intelligent and insightful ways.
H2O employs a simple, yet powerful, 1-2-3 approach:
1) follow a proven process
2) develop sound strategies
3) produce creative work that gets you noticed and generates results
Menus to Venues is a boutique event catering and planning company committed to creating signature experiences to help:
* Corporations strengthen their image and increase their business * Not-for-profits attract new donors and reinforce bonds with current supporters * Individuals give that one-of-a-kind, unforgettable party or event.
At Menus to Venues we believe every event should be a memorable experience that honors each guest and is a true reflection of you and/or your organization.
In addition to customizing your perfect menu, we provide rentals, staffing, venue search, theme development, scheduling and all party and entertainment services.
PAUL MCGINNISS, PCC SBL® MSHR Response-Able Consulting LLC Founder
The focus of Paul’s work is helping professionals move from where they are to where they want to be by facilitating positive change in their businesses -- and in their lives. As an executive and workplace coach, Paul works with executives and small business owners to help them create a personal vision and (re)align their work to support achieving their vision.
Paul uses a unique brain-based coaching model with his clients and is known for his integrity, his humor, and his complete attention to his clients’ agendas. He holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Economics and a Master’s of Science in Human Resources Management. He has twice appeared on the Manhattan cable TV show Life Coach TV, is an International Coach Federation Professional Certified Coach (PCC), a Results Certified Coach, a Certified Strategic Business Leadership (SBL®) Coach, a Certified TAB® Board facilitator, president of the Long Island Coaching Alliance–an ICF Chapter, and a member of SHRM, ASTD, ICF, and the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce. Paul gives back to his community through volunteer work with the Farmingdale Citizen’s Advisory Committee, Big Brothers Big Sisters Long Island, ALSA-NY, and the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition.
For more information or a complimentary coaching consultation, you can reach Paul at 516.216.4233, paul@response-ableconsulting.com.
SAM GURVITCH, CMFC Sam is a financial advisor specializing in individual investment portfolios and company retirement plans. What makes Sam’s office unique is that they are process driven, not product driven. They also do not exclusively represent any one company's line of products; but rather, represent your best interests versus the many different agencies competing for your business. Since 2001, Sam’s practice has been registered with broker-dealer Waddell & Reed. Utilizing an excellent array of resources, Sam focuses on consistently providing personalized service tailored to your goals. Sam currently works with small to medium sized local business owners, highly compensated executives, real estate investment groups, and non-profit organizations. Business clients are typically service providers (i.e., medical, legal, real estate, HR, staffing, shipping, telecommunications, creative arts, etc.) and have 15+ employees. Organizational clients have 10+ employees with revenues ranging between $2 and $10 million. Individual clients earn $70,000 (if single) and $160,000 (if married) and are typically in management positions (i.e., executives, sales managers, independent contractors or consultants, etc.). As a Financial Advisor, Sam’s goal is to help his clients make informed decisions about their money and sort through their choices without bias.
To arrange a complementary no-obligation consultation, you can reach Sam at sgurvitch@wradvisors.com or 212.589.1022.
Group Health Insurance
ROBERT SAMMON, CLU ChFC LUTCF
Robert Sammon Financial Services
Principal
Sammon Financial brings over 18 years of insurance industry experience to small and mid-size businesses. Principal owner Robert Sammon helps H.R. Directors, CFO’s, CEO’s, and Executive Directors select, implement and manage their group insurance programs, which can include medical, dental, disability and life insurance benefits. His goal is to help organizations save money and improve their plan offerings.
Robert provides personal service and is known as the broker who always goes the extra mile for his clients. He is valued for his industry connections and his ethical business practices. The designations Robert has earned are awarded to only 5% of his industry peers.
You can reach Sammon Financial at 212.242.8002 or rsammon@sammonfinancial.comfor a complimentary review of your group insurance plan to see whether you can save money or get more for what you’re already paying.
Human Resources: Admin & Compliance Consulting
PAMELA ROSS Atlantic Human Resource Advisors LLC President
Pamela Ross is the President of Atlantic Human Resource Advisors, LLC, a New York based HR consulting firm, with offices in Boston and Washington, serving clients nationally. Ms. Ross consults clients in various for profit and non-profit industries, including health care, hospitality, advertising, technology, asset management, legal, and associations. She provides consultation to clients on a variety of HR topics, including state and federal compliance, employee benefits, management training, transition support, labor relations, wage and hour, employee handbook and policy creation, and mergers and acquisitions.
Having served as the Director of Human Resources in the hospitality industry with regional responsibilities in Chicago, Boston and New York, Ms. Ross is an accomplished human resources practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the field. Throughout her career, she has been responsible for directing all aspects of the human resource function including training, benefits administration, recruitment and labor and employee relations. Ms. Ross served as the President of Brighton Human Resources, a human resource outsourcing firm, for 5 years prior to forming Atlantic Human Resource Advisors, LLC. In addition, Ms. Ross has been a featured speaker at the Club Managers Association of America National Conference, Maryland Association of CPA’s, PCMA, Hospitality Finance and Technology Professionals.
Ms. Ross is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Bentley College.
Carr Business Systems has been New York’s office technology dealer of choice for well over half a century. With offices in New York, Queens, and Melville (Long Island), we are a locally run company trusted by the region’s businesses since 1937.
From our humble beginnings as an adding machine and manual typewriter dealer, we’ve grown phenomenally; the past two years we were voted among Office Dealer magazine’s “Elite” dealers. We’re much more than an equipment provider; we partner with clients to develop customized solutions to their office productivity needs and keep them up-to-date in the rapidly evolving world of office technology. We also install and maintain data networks to keep you and your business at the top of your game. Our goal is to be your one-stop source for the newest office equipment technology; technology that is backed by programs, systems and guarantees designed to help your office operate more efficiently and, in turn, make your business more profitable.
Our products are backed by a staff of highly trained technicians who provide fast, friendly installation, training and service. We also offer supplies for all current copiers and fax machines on the market, regardless of make or model. These supplies are competitively priced and delivered immediately.
SEAN G. MULLER One Communications Senior Account Executive
With over ten years of top-performing technology sales experience with Sprint PCS and Weatherbug, Sean currently serves as a Senior Account Executive with privately-owned One Communications. Sean specializes in offering business grade telephone and internet service solutions, including private networks. Sean consults with companies in the tri-state area and throughout the country, and prides himself in taking a one-on-one consultative approach. He enjoys actively listening to his client’s needs in order to offer the best possible solution. He provides a free cost analysis of current set-ups and provides alternatives that can often total a significant savings of time and money.
Sean is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, with a Bachelors of Arts degree in English. Sean was a top leader within student government and managed a multi-million dollar budget as President of the SAE fraternity. Sean’s passion for sports is apparent and continues even after his college playing days. Prior to joining One Communications, Sean also was a member of the sales division for the New Jersey Nets Basketball team working with private and Fortune 500 companies.
Sean has received numerous accolades including President’s Club, Master’s Club (salesperson of the month, quarter and year) and received awards for his customer service. Sean currently is one of the top performing sales reps within One Communications and on pace for Master’s Club, reserved for the top 1% of the company.
Sean can be reached at smuller@onecommunications.com or on his mobile phone at 301-379-8784. He’s “looking for an opportunity and he will earn the rest”.
IT Support & Database Design
JASON STAIGER Myriad Tech Solutions Sales Executive Headquartered in New York City, Myriad Technology Solutions is committed to providing quality IT solutions that enable our clients to build and maintain their infrastructure more cost effectively. We can provide everything from a fully managed IT solution, to a project based service, to an extra set of hands for your next network upgrade.
Gail Brown, founder and owner of BrownDirectMarketing, has over 25 years of marketing experience. After spending many years working at large advertising agencies, Gail founded BrownDirect and is using her varied direct marketing background, which includes extensive experience with direct mail, interactive, and print, to help clients grow their businesses.
In today's continually evolving marketing environment, it's important to have a marketing partner work with you to develop the best marketing solutions based on your needs. Our services are customized to fit specific client goals and budgets. We've partnered with small and medium size companies as well as Fortune 500 clients, and have served clients on local, regional, national and global levels. BrownDirect's services include: Direct mail, web site content and design, SEO, banner ads, email marketing, print, sales material and collateral as well as point of sale.
Prior to launching BrownDirect, Gail worked at Grey Advertising including 15 years at Grey Direct/NY as EVP, Director of Client Services. She managed many Fortune 500 accounts, including JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Sprint and Xerox to name a few. In her leadership role on Chase, she was responsible for managing 15 unique lines of business and launched 6 new products. Gail won the United Airlines account and opened the GreyDirect/Chicago office, where she was named President and managed over 50 professionals for two years.
Gail and her team have extensive experience in the financial services, telecom, travel, B2B, pharmaceutical, not-for-profit and retail industries and has been involved with all aspects of direct marketing -- from new product introductions to acquisition, as well as loyalty and retention programs. BrownDirectMarketing has a proven track record in partnering with clients to identify new marketing strategies that will improve response rates, increase retention, maximize revenue, save time and money and drive growth.
STUART KOLINSKY FCMC Mortgage Corp Senior Loan Officer As a Senior Loan Officer at FCMC Mortgage Corp., Mr. Kolinsky has the backing of a full-service mortgage brokerage company. He uses his vast experience and knowledge of the mortgage industry to help you obtain financing for the purchase or refinance of primary homes, vacation homes and investment properties. Mr. Kolinsky provides targeted advice and specializes in putting together loan product and program recommendations that address your unique financial circumstances.
Mr. Kolinsky also brings to the table a wealth of experience as a licensed attorney. His legal background sets him apart from other brokers and can provide you with valuable insight into loan and property transactions.
You can reach Mr. Kolinsky at 877-722-2022, 917-776-6848, or skolinsky@fcmc.net.
Office Furniture, Facilities, & Interiors
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Payroll Services SUSAN ACCARDO Accu Data Payroll VP Sales
For the last 20 years, supreme (some would say extreme) service has been the "secret to success" for Accu Data Payroll. From the original owners' combined 60 years of professional financial work experience to the staff who know each of our clients on a first name basis, ultimate professional service is the bottom line for this family-owned business!
Our cutting edge technology enables Accu Data to respond to your specific payroll needs. By combining custom payroll reporting with integration of Human Resources and Time & Attendance solutions, Accu Data's goal is complete and continued customer satisfaction. Our flex services provide cost-effective pricing at every service level, whether paying 2 employees or 2000 and our efficient audit-controlled processing guarantees you the most competitive pricing around. You can reach Susan at saccardo@accudatapayroll.com or 516.935.6767. Website: www.accudatapayroll.com
Printing & Advertising Specialists
JIM EWING
Superior Resource Printing & Graphics
President
Co-Founder of Midtown Networking Group
Superior Resource Printing & Graphics is a full service printing and graphics company founded in 1992 by Jim Ewing, a 30-year veteran of the printing industry. Jim founded Superior Resource to connect businesses with the exact resources they need to achieve their printing & graphics business goals. As a result, Superior Resource has assembled a comprehensive network of printers, warehouses, products, and printing & graphic solutions providers.
Superior Resource strives to become a trusted business advocate who represents your needs with our numerous vendors. We work with you to identify a superior solution to your printing and graphic needs, often making suggestions that save you time and money AND result in a superior outcome. We create value where you may not realize value even exists. Then, we manage the process for you doing what we do best so you can focus on doing what you do best. Think of Superior Resource as YOUR superior resource.
PHYLLIS M. MEHALAKES Prudential Douglas Elliman RE Associate Broker
Phyllis specializes in guiding people through the challenges of buying and selling real estate by simplifying an often stressful and arduous process. She works extensively with individuals and families in transition and has assisted couples separating or divorcing, individuals relocating for personal or business reasons, and families requiring assistance with estate sales. For her, it’s about giving clients all they want so they can make the right buying and selling decisions with absolute confidence. Phyllis is an associate broker and a Prudential President’s Circle Award recipient, Certified Relocation Specialist, Prudential Fine Homes Specialist, and a member of the Real Estate Board of NY. She directly serves clients in Manhattan and can refer real estate services in Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island, as well as out of state assistance through her nationwide Prudential network of realtors.