President’s Message
Dear Members,
As we embark on a new year, I am filled with immense excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to serve as your president for the 2025-year term. It is an honor to lead such a dynamic and dedicated community, and I am eager to work alongside each of you to achieve our shared goals.
First and foremost, I would like to extend a warm welcome to our board of directors and new board members. We are fortunate to have an exceptionally talented group with us this year. Their diverse skills, fresh perspectives, and unwavering commitment to our mission will undoubtedly propel us to new heights. I am confident that their contributions will be invaluable as we navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Please congratulate Vice President, Daniel C. Webb, MAI, Treasurer, Erin Taffera, SRA, AI-RRS, and Secretary, George J. Sopko, MAI on their new leadership roles. Our new board members for this year also include Nicholas Couzzi and Stephen Puccio. Our current board members that will continue their service in 2025 include Andrew M. Beltran, Tammy L. Bucior, MAI, Paul M. Colella, Karan P. Shah, MAI, AI-GRS, and Thomas J. Grouss, MAI. I want to thank our past two presidents, Joe Wisniewski and Jennifer Barany, for the exemplary leadership they have provided the chapter – I know I have big shoes to fill.
This year, I am committed to innovation and growth of our chapter. With help from National, our executive director, Debra Miller, and the board, I am particularly excited about the opportunity to try new events. I have listened to the feedback during LDAC and regional meetings this year and would like to plan activities/events that reflect the ever-changing needs of our members. I hope that these events will exceed our members’ expectations for professional development as well as create spaces for networking and collaboration.
One of our primary goals next year is to increase member engagement. We believe that the strength of our organization lies in the active participation of its members. To that end, I hope that these new ideas can encourage involvement and foster a sense of belonging. Whether you are a long-time member or new to our community, we hope to see you at our events and hear your ideas.
In addition to our new events, we will continue to build on the success of our existing programs. Our annual Princeton and Fall Conferences and educational offerings remain cornerstones of our organization. We are committed to enhancing these programs to ensure they meet the evolving needs of our members.
I encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities and to bring your friends and colleagues along. Seeing new faces at our events is always a pleasure, and we are eager to welcome more members into our community. You can find our upcoming events and educational offerings on our website at www.ai-newjersey.org on the home page.
As we move forward, I want to emphasize the importance of open communication. Your input is crucial to our success, and I encourage you to share your thoughts and suggestions with us. Together, we can create a vibrant and inclusive community that supports and inspires each of its members. I would love to hear your ideas and suggestions; email me at katherinetsoi5@gmail.com.
In closing, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks for your continued support and dedication. I am confident that, with your help, we can make next year one of our best yet. I look forward to working with you and seeing the incredible things we will accomplish together.
Wishing you all a prosperous and fulfilling year ahead.
Warm regards,
Katherine Tantinan, MAI
President of Metro NJ Chapter 2025
