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Meet the 2025 Brigantine Chamber of Commerce Board
Dr. Paul Amalfitano PT, DPT, ATC | President NovaCare Rehabilitation Paul Amalfitano is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Certified Athletic Trainer with over 25+ years' experience and advanced training in orthopedics. Paul has been the manager of NovaCare Rehabilitation here in Brigantine for more than 16 years. Paul has a passion for health and wellness of all ages. As a former 2 sport collegiate athlete (Football/Rowing), Paul enjoys the wide variety of patients he can help in any given week. Originally from NY, Paul has been a resident of Brigantine for over 25 years, where along with his wife Kira he has raised 3 children (3rd generation Brigantine). Paul is a long time local sponsor of the Brigantine Triathlon, Brigantine Rams Youth Football Organization, Brigantine Baseball/Softball Association, and was a big part in the last Shark Park Playground Redevelopment Project years ago. As the President of the Brigantine Chamber, Paul is looking forward to the continued growth and prosperity of all on and around Brigantine island, as the Chamber crosses into its 100th year+ in existence. |
Alex Lukacher | Vice President Alex Lukacher-Solar4SouthJersey Alex Lukacher has been in the solar industry since 2014. You can spot Alex all over South Jersey - on social media, in the paper, on the radio, at events and even at Farmers Markets. Alex prides himself on standing out from other solar companies by focusing on the complete customer experience from an honest, integrity based education to a professional installation and even through long-term support. Impressively, over 98% of Alex's clients take full advantage of state and federal incentives by owning their solar systems. As a lifelong resident, Alex has always been deeply involved in the Somerdale, NJ community, even after moving to Brigantine. He coached Somerdale area and Sterling High School kids, ages 5-18, over the years in baseball while also serving on the board, as Baseball Commissioner and as President of Somerdale Baseball and Softball. Alex's love for Brigantine began with a few childhood visits to Brigantine Castle and the beach. After a few day trips down the White Horse Pike, he fell in love with Brigantine again, moving here part-time in 2018 and becoming a full-time resident in 2020. He joined the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce in 2016 and has been an active board member since 2020. Alex has been involved with many committees/projects such as Chamber Row at the Brigantine Farmers Market, Movies on the Beach and the growing in popularity Brigantine Beach Visitor Guide & Business Directory. Alex is passionate about supporting the community, local businesses, and the future of Brigantine. He gives back to local organizations whenever he can and often collaborates with island businesses, even giving out gift cards to his clients for local Chamber members. On top of all that, Alex is a die-hard Philly sports fan. That’s a passion that was passed down from his father and that he’s had since childhood in the 1970s. Stay up to date and follow Alex on Facebook and Instagram: Alex Lukacher-Solar4SouthJersey |
Kim Schenck | Secretary: Insurance Agencies, Inc. Kim (Kessler) Schenck, In 1988, Insurance Agencies, Inc. was formed as a partnership, linking together smaller independent agencies in NJ so customers can gain access to more insurance companies. Kim joined IAI in 2000 as Personal Lines Manager. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business from Richard Stockton College and maintains her NJ Property and Casualty Producer License, PA Non-Resident Producer License, and has a Certified Insurance Service Representative designation. In 2015, IAI opened a Branch office in Brigantine, NJ. Kim became a Board Member of the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce in 2017 and is currently Secretary. Kim was raised in Brigantine, so she is passionate about the coast and the communities that are bordered by it. Combine her experience and that passion with her drive to always provide excellent customer service, and you have a coastal risk and flood insurance specialist ideally suited to help you find the best coverage combination for you and your family. |
Barbara Rote| Treasurer: Haven Homes Builders, LLC Barbara Rote is a longtime Brigantine resident and current treasurer of the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce. Barbara and her husband, Scott, own Haven Homes Builders, LLC and specialize in custom homes. Prior to retiring, Barbara taught 7th and 8th grade science in Berlin for 30 years. Barbara is currently the treasurer for the Chamber and chairs numerous events, including the Mister Rogers Project and the Shake the Shamrock Island Celebration. She launched the popular Beach Bonfires as well as the beautiful Seawall Wreath Selfie Station. Barbara believes that Brigantine is an incredible place to live and work and loves to highlight all that it has to offer to residents and visitors. |
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Maria Sacco Handle | Past President Soliel Sotherby's Brigantine Realtor | Michael Riordan Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach Realtor | Michael James Aloha Tiki Cruises, LLC | Michele Hill McCrindle Coldwell Banker Downbeach Team |
Maria Sacco Handle flipped her first house in 1999 at the age of 27 and has been buying, selling, and investing in real estate ever since. Covering all of South Jersey, Maria sells New Jersey Real Estate from Brigantine to Cape May and their mainland shores. She is certified in selling Resort and Second Homes, Luxury Homes, and Investment Properties.
A Real Estate Marketing Leader and Syracuse Graduate, Maria relies on her Marketing and Advertising Education to make her properties stand out amongst the crowd. She has sharpened her talents by taking Technology and Social Media courses at Atlantic Cape Community College and The Art Institute of Philadelphia and is regarded as an Internet Marketing Guru among her peers.
Maria is a coal-cracker at heart from Shenandoah, PA. She moved to the Jersey Shore in 1995 and currently lives in Brigantine with her husband Joe and three children.
| Michael currently serves on the Board of Brigantine Chamber of Commerce. As a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach, he has successfully helped clients purchase and sell over $20 million in Brigantine and all over the South Jersey area. Michael is an active parishioner of St Thomas Church and belongs to the local Knights of Columbus, Brigantine Elks, and Brigantine Lions Associations. An elected representative on the island serving as Council-at-Large, Michael has a reputation for being fiscally conservative while helping cut taxes the last six years. As a Chamber of Commerce Board member and Chairman of the Economic Development Committee, Michael and his peers are constantly working to promote local businesses and support local Veterans and youth sports groups. Website: www.mrbrigantine.com Contact Michael Riordan | Michael James is an active member of the Brigantine Community, serving on the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Michael lives on the island year-round and is a well known radio personality in the South Jersey region for the last 25 years. He has been involved in stations including The Shark 103.7, 100.7 WZXL and WIBG Radio, Wibbage FM 94.3. Michael hosts Flashback Fridays, Fakefest, British Invasion, Deckstock and other events at Golden Nugget in Atlantic City. Michael is also the president and owner of three other local businesses, a charter boat company - Aloha Tiki Cruises LLC, a video screen company - SuperScreenRental.com and a DJ company - Disc Jockey Supply LLC. He is also the Owner/President of The Splash Media Billboard Boat. Contact Michael James | Having grown up here at the Jersey Shore, I know in Brigantine, Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate City, Longport, and offshore neighborhoods. I have served in teaching, banking, mortgage prep, and architecture planning roles prior to my real estate and finally found the perfect career combining all these skills to help you have a great real estate experience. I am licensed in NJ and Philadelphia and sell from city to shore and everywhere in between. |
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Christine Nese Dreams Come True Entertainment, Beauty by Christine Nese Christine is a professional makeup artist and creative lead. You can check out her work at www.christinenese.com Christine also owns Dreams Come True Entertainment. They offer everything from characters, mascots, Djs , for your party’s and events. She spends most of her time with her rescue dogs. | Sari Carroll My family opened the Brigantine Aquatic Center in 2000. Since then we have been a driving force for water saftey in the state. Green Whales Inc. was established in 2017 to bring our water saftey plan to the masses through scholarships and school programing. Through the pool and the non-profit our mission is to bring the love of swimming to the entire community regardless of age, skill level, or socioeconomic status through our all inclusive swim programs. Sari is the race director for various events, including the Brigantine Triathlon and the Brigantine Open Water Swim. Sari is very excited to be serving on the Board of the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce and is a driving force behind the new Collaboration Committee, which helps bring city organizations and non-profits together. | Dino Fanzo Hi my name is Dino Fanzo originally from New York then found brigantine over 25 years ago and fell in love with the island and been here since. I am an active member in local charitable organization, such as the Brigantine Elks Lodge, VFW post helping with bingo when I can and often provide rideshare services to South Jersey Cancer Fund organization. I am also part of the Planning Board and Chamber board in Brigantine , which I enjoy with a passion because this lets me do what I love the most help with making Brigatine one of the greatest places to live and raise my children | Helen Ann Meehan I help people transform their lives through nutrition, fitness, and mindset. I am passionately committed to helping others adopt a healthier lifestyle so they look and feel their very best every day. I am a Certified Nutrition Coach, a Certified Personal Trainer, and a Certified Health and Mindset Coach. My Coaching is available both online and in person. Helen Ann Meehan, owner of Fit4LifewithHelenAnn, has a wealth of experience as a Nutrition, Fitness, and Mindset Coach. With over 20 years of connection to Brigantine, she brings a deep sense of community to her role on the board, ready to contribute her expertise and passion to promoting local prosperity. |
