With the safety of members and guests as the top priority, the New Jersey Food Council (NJFC) hosted its Annual Golf Outing on Monday, July 27, 2020 at the prestigious Suburban Golf Club in Union Township.
Another hot day on the links, the outing was designed in a way that followed all social distancing guidelines, with contactless registration and goody bags filled with masks, sanitizing wipes and snacks. Golfers enjoyed a fresh lunch prepared and individually wrapped for all on the course.
Even with these new COVID-19 guidelines, the outing was ideal for business and networking. Like always, there was a strong showing of food industry executives representing retail, manufacturers, brokers, wholesalers and convenience stores from across New Jersey.
“There was no doubt that this year proved to be a logistical challenge, but we were determined to host a safe, fun, socially-distanced outing for our sponsors,” said NJFC President Linda Doherty. “Since many summer golf events were either postponed or cancelled, members appreciated the great networking opportunity for food trade associates and retail executives; and the generosity we receive from members who donate to our bountiful goody bags and robust raffle donations always makes this a popular event.”
Doherty said the golf outing is a key fundraiser for the association; it helps support many ongoing initiatives and campaigns throughout the year to serve the food industry. “After these long months and stress on the industry, it was great to see so many friends and reconnect. It gives me hope for the future,” she said.
Breakfast was once again provided by Bimbo Bakeries.
The winning golfers:
Best Team Score 1:
Mission Foods
Mike Biase, Ed Seijido, Shawn Conlon and Rob Maszaros
Best Team Score 2:
Advantage Solutions
Debbie Pregiato, Dave Lacko, Jeremy Hyland and Dave Hucke
Closest to the Pin:
Mike Biase, Mission Foods
Amy Cosmas, Pepsico
Closest to the Line (Men & Women):
Howard Dorman, Mazars, USA
Debbie Pregiato, Advantage Solutions
Longest Drive (Men & Women): Seirra Botsakos, Pepsico
Rich Chamberlain, Inserra Supermarkets
