EONJ New Member Integration Dinner
2025-08-20 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-11 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 600 Commons Way Bldg. E,, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States

2025 US East Moderator Summit
2025-08-27 08:00 - 2025-08-29 17:00 | Atlantis Paradise Island, Nassau, Bahamas
Celebrate in-person learning opportunities when peer leaders come together to listen and share their own experiences and insights. The US East is hosting a Moderator Summit for YOU the Moderator!
Moderator Summits are EO’s premiere event for YOU, the Forum moderator or moderator elect. Designed to acknowledge and support moderators as the most pivotal leaders within our organization, Moderator Summits offer face-to-face connection and deep exploration of the most impactful moderator concepts. During the summit, our expert Forum facilitators – Anna Birch & Fletcher McKenzie -will guide us through topics such as open coaching, effective 5% Reflections, clearing, and conflict, building Deep Dives, and managing critical conversations.
–👥 WHO IS WELCOME TO JOIN?–
All Forum moderators, who have been through Moderator training (MTP); members, life partners (SLP moderators and elects), Key Executives, and moderator elects.
Moderator training is a requirement. If you are not yet Moderator trained, please contact your Chapter Staff to get signed up for a Moderator Training prior to this event.
🎯 Meeting goals - WHAT IS IT?
A day-and-a-half program curated to deepen understanding of the Forum concepts gained through Forum (FTP), Moderator Training (MTP), and your forum experience. Throughout the Summit, emphasis is placed on peer learning. Moderators will have the opportunity to share their Forum experiences openly, learn from one another, and gain confidence in their role. By leveraging the collective wisdom of Moderators from different chapters, you can enhance your leadership skills to contribute more effectively to their forum.
WHAT IS COVERED?

Deepening your forum’s 5% Reflections
Strengthening your forum’s Deep Dives
Live Open Coaching Session
Philosophy of Forum: Forum is for my own self-discovery.
Johari Window – “why/how Forum works”.
Forum Mindset – understanding it at a deeper level; the why of this shift.
Drama Triangle – everyone is their own creator, not victim, hero, etc.
Conflict and Clearing exercises

Rough agenda for all participants:

Day One – Wednesday 27 August
Arrivals

Day Two – Thursday 28 August
8:00 – 9:00 am Breakfast
9 am -5 pm — Moderator Summit
7:00pm — Evening social

Day Three – Friday 29 August
9 am-12 pm — Moderator Summit
Departures after 12 pm

BOOK YOUR HOTEL
Sign up now to dive deep with your fellow moderators!
The registration deadline for the US East Moderator Summit is July 27
If you wish to bring an SLP, there is a $200 fee which will include dinner on August 27 and August 28.

Huddle: Get Paid to Train Your Team
2025-08-28 11:00 - 12:00 | NJ
What if the state reimbursed you to train your employees?
New Jersey offers grants that most business owners don’t even know exist—so much so that funds go unused every year.
On Wednesday, August 28 | 11AM–12PM (Zoom), EO NJ’s SAP Rob Ripp interviews EO member Traci Totino, who’s helped 1,000+ companies—from a local pizzeria to Johnson & Johnson—tap into these hidden dollars over the past 30 years.
What you’ll learn:
• How to apply for NJ employee training grants
• What other business incentives and funding are available

Global Speakers Academy 2025
2025-09-08 08:00 - 2025-09-12 17:00 | NJ
Join EO’s Global Speakers Academy (GSA) for a transformative experience on mastering your communication skills and crafting your story for impact!
Through an immersive and intimate learning experience that takes place over the course of five days, EO members gain the unparalleled experience of developing, practicing and refining a signature talk with coaching from stellar presentation experts.
What’s in store for you as a GSA participant?
An immersive and intimate learning experience on storytelling and public speaking by stellar communication experts
5 days of 1:1 coaching, Q&A, presentation & feedback, classroom discussions, and breakout groups
Strengthen your storytelling, experience sharing and persuasion skills for different needs, which can prove powerful in everyday interactions
Connections with and inspiration from EO members from all over the world who are on a shared journey of growth
May include official certification as a GSA speaker that may open new speaking opportunities
This is subject to evaluation and confirmation by the GSA Coaching Team
READ on what to expect during this transformative programme!
Applications for the 2025 edition of GSA will are now open.

Nerve Kick Off Party
2025-09-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Ocean Place Resort & Spa, 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ, 08401, United States
Kick off Nerve with a splash as we take over the Pool at Ocean for a private EO New Jersey Pool Party that you will not want to miss. Join fellow EO New Jersey members for an unforgettable afternoon of – Signature Cocktails, Lunch buffet, Networking with our own EO Cabanas , Live DJ, Games and Contest. Swim wear encouraged, Energy required. lets make some waves.

EONJ Moderator Meeting (Virtual)
2025-09-16 09:00 - 11:00 | NJ
EONJ Moderator Meeting

EONJ Board Meeting (Virtual)
2025-09-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-12 13:00 - 15:00 | NJ

Open Forum
2025-09-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-14 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-20 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-22 08:00 - 12:00 | R3volution Brands, 1 Gatehall Dr. Suite 300, Parsippany, NJ, 07054, United States
Join us for a full EO Forum agenda in a temporary, drop‑in format. We’ll cover opening rituals, 5% reflections, presentations with open coaching, and more.
This is your chance to:

Experience forum firsthand in a safe, confidential environment
Connect with fellow EO members from across chapters
Sharpen your skills in deep listening, sharing, and resonating

Some preparation is needed — especially for your 5% reflection — but we’ll guide you through it in advance so you can fully immerse in the session.

Led by EO member & moderator Kris Goodrich, this drop‑in format is perfect for exploring what makes forum such a cornerstone of EO. Spots are limited — register now to secure your seat.

Culture as a Competitive Edge: Success Cheat Codes
2025-09-25 11:30 - 15:00 | Park Ave. Club, 184 Park Ave., Florham Park, NJ, 07932, United States
Join us for an interactive session by EO NJ members for EO NJ Members designed to bridge the gap between culture and strategy:

Zach Johnson, PhD (former tenured professor and associate dean) will kick things off with a10–15 minute overview of the academic theories behind why culture is a critical driver of organizational success.
Tiffany Slowinski will lead an interactive 2-hour workshop where each participant will complete a Culture Index survey and learn how this validated platform reveals where teams are thriving—and where improvement is needed.
Scott Peloquin will close (20-30 minutes) by exploring how to support culture through benefits packages, covering both foundational and innovative options.

Who should attend: Leaders and managers looking to align team culture with strategic business goals.
What you’ll gain: Practical insights related to your team, actionable data, and strategies to build and sustain a culture.
Note: Lunch is included

EO CT Signature Event: Driven to Win: The Leadership Playbook of Geno Auriemma
2025-10-09 17:30 - 20:30 | Hotel Marcel New Haven, 500 Sargent Drive New Haven, Connecticut, CT, 06511, United States
This special evening features legendary UConn Women’s Basketball Head Coach Geno Auriemma, who will share his winning leadership strategies, team-building insights, and the mindset that’s shaped one of the most successful programs in collegiate sports history.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Hotel Marcel, New Haven, CT
🎟️ EO Members from neighboring chapters attend free!
👥 Guests are welcome at $100 each

EONJ Board Meeting
2025-10-15 14:30 - 17:00 | Park Ave. Club, 184 Park Ave., Florham Park, NJ, 07932, United States

Explore EO New Jersey Test Drive
2025-10-16 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Gladstone Tavern, 273 Main St,, Peapack & Gladstone, NJ, 07934, United States
EONJ Test Drive: Members can sign up, but the membership chair will determine the final attendees.

EONJ Presidents Club
2025-10-22 16:00 - 19:00 | 3 West, 665 Martinsville Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920, United States

AI Beyond the Hype
2025-10-30 12:45 - 17:30 | Park Ave. Club, 184 Park Ave., Florham Park, NJ, 07932, United States
WHAT IF YOU COULD 10X YOUR TEAM’S PRODUCTIVITY, DO MORE WITH LESS, AND SCALE WITHOUT THE STRESS? THIS WORKSHOP CHANGES EVERYTHING.

At the intersection of AI, automation, and storytelling science, there’s a gold mine for your business. This highly-interactive workshop is designed to help you significantly boost your brand visibility with minimal effort. You will learn:

• How to craft content your audience craves
• How to be everywhere on social media with minimal effort
• Mastering the art of story selling
• Creating the illusion of a large PR/media team on any budget
• Leveraging AI for image creation
• Effortless video content production
• Effective automation for any skill level
• Harnessing the power of 26% to double your business
• Utilizing super tools for efficiency and output improvement
• Understanding the future impact of AI on your life and business

*Note: Please eat lunch prior to arrivals (a light afternoon snack will be served).
The day will end with Happy Hour and appetizers from 5-6pm.

EO Powerhouse Series: Gary Vaynerchuk
2025-11-04 08:00 - 17:00 | NJ
6-time New York Times Bestselling Author | CEO | Investor | Creative Force
From transforming a small family wine shop into one of the first big e-commerce success stories, to investing early in Facebook, Twitter, Uber, and Coinbase, Gary Vaynerchuk’s moves have shaped the way modern entrepreneurs lead, sell, and scale. As the CEO of VaynerMedia and creator of VeeFriends, he continues to influence how brands stay relevant in a world that does not stand still.

Year-end Tax and Business Wealth Planning
2025-11-06 09:00 - 11:30 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 600 Commons Way Bldg. E,, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States
As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to take strategic action to optimize your taxes and position your business for long-term success.
Join Conor Barnes and Evan Finer from Withum for an insightful discussion on maximizing tax efficiencies and building sustainable business wealth.
They’ll cover key updates from the One Big Beautiful Bill and recent changes to the New Jersey tax code, followed by a practical conversation on how you can apply these updates to strengthen your business strategy and create lasting financial success—through 2026 and beyond.

A hot breakfast will be served.

EONJ Forum Training (Virtual)
2025-11-17 08:30 - 17:00 | Virtual
FORUM TRAINING
(A Prerequisite for Forum Placement)

The Forum Program is designed to ensure that new members get the most possible value from their EO Forum Experience from the very beginning.
During the day we will explore not only the mechanics of the program, we will also learn a little about each other and start laying the
foundations for you to immediately get benefit from your Forum.
View this day as an investment in your own development and a day where you gain tools that you can use in other areas of life, not just in EO.
Workbooks will be provided.
Trainer – David Felfoldi
LIMITED TO 10 PARTICIPANTS.
Participants are required to attend for the full day.
AGENDA:
8:300AM SHARP: Program begins – PLEASE BE PROMPT!
Due to the nature of the program, no one will be admitted after 8:30AM

7 CEO Mistakes That Destroy Bottom Line Growth
2025-11-18 14:30 - 18:00 | Martinsville Gardens, 1801 Washington Valley Road, Bridgewater, NJ, 08836, United States
Inside this private strategy session, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at what’s working to drive growth, increase market share, and build culture in 2026 before it becomes mainstream.
You’ll see battle-tested strategies from CEOs averaging 200%+ growth across multiple industries. Steal what’s relevant, plug it into your business, and walk away sharper than most of your competition.

Speaker Bio:
Chris Guerriero has built a portfolio of companies, serves on multiple boards, and has helped scale over 100 other highly successful businesses. He has firsthand knowledge on what goes on behind the scenes in 8- and 9-figure brands, understands the hidden roadblocks that stall growth at every level, and knows the levers to pull to move a 7-figure company to 8, and an 8-figure company to 9.

Global Leadership Academy 2025 (GLA)
2025-11-20 08:00 - 2025-11-24 17:00 | Washington DC
Where Leadership Deepens. And Purpose Gets Clearer.
The EO Global Leadership Academy (GLA) is an invitation-only program crafted for EO’s most committed and visionary leaders. Over four and a half immersive days, you’ll explore not just how to lead, but why. Together with a cohort of carefully selected peers, you’ll sharpen your leadership lens, align with EO’s mission, and prepare for greater impact within the organization and beyond.

Who Can Join: EO members serving as Chapter Presidents or higher in POL
Time Commitment: 5 days, every 1-2 years as desired
Location: Washington, D.C.
Cost of Participation: US$5500-$7000
Voucher Eligibility: No
Language: English

What to Expect
GLA is where the most committed leaders from every EO region come together to elevate their leadership and pursue their passion for impact. It’s where you rediscover your personal edge as a leader. This experience isn’t about titles or tenure—it’s about helping you lead with greater purpose, clarity, and influence. The purpose of the Leadership Academy is to ignite the personal transformation required for great leadership and to advance the leadership skills of our rising member leaders, enabling them to have a greater impact on the vitality of their families, communities, businesses and their personal lives. At GLA, you will:

Reconnect with your personal values and leadership philosophy
Learn how to lead in uncertainty with integrity and intention
Gain actionable strategies to elevate your teams and communities
Grow alongside a global cohort of peers who challenge and support you

Through powerful storytelling, honest reflection, and immersive sessions, you will leave not only more equipped—but more energized—to lead at the next level.
Who is Global Leadership Academy for?
GLA is intended for EO members who:

Are in good standing and compliant with EO Policies & Procedures
Have served as Chapter President or in an Area, Regional, or Global leadership role
Are preparing for future leadership responsibilities within EO

Note:GLA is highly competitive, and spaces are limited. Meeting eligibility does not guarantee participation. Final selections are made to ensure readiness, diversity and alignment with EO’s vision for leadership.

GSEA Competition
2025-11-21 12:00 - 18:00 | Park Ave. Club, 184 Park Ave., Florham Park, NJ, 07932, United States
Join EONJ for the 2025-26 Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA), featuring the best student entrepreneurs in New Jersey competing for cash and prizes!On November 21st, our finalists from across the State will take to the stage to pitch their businesses to our panel of judges in hopes of winning over $35,000 in cash and prizes.EO’s GSEA supports student entrepreneurs who require much-needed mentorship, recognition, and connections to take their businesses to the next level of success.
If you know of any college students who own businesses, or if you know anyone who might know students qualified for the competition, please reach out to this year’s GSEA Chair, Steve Schneider, for more information, or visit www.gsea-nj.org for more information. Applications are due November 4th.
Our chapter’s winner will go to a regional competition, and those winners go to the Global competition to compete against students from 60 countries. The GSEA Experience was the subject of a feature documentary on Disney+ called “Own The Room.”
Join us on November 21st for an exciting day supporting student entrepreneurs! The competition begins at 1:00 pm, sharp!

*Note: competitors and judges arrive at noon, guests and members arrive at 1pm (Guests and members, please eat before arrival)

EONJ Moderator Meeting
2025-12-10 09:00 - 11:30 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 600 Commons Way Bldg. E,, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States

EONJ Board Meeting
2025-12-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 600 Commons Way Bldg. E,, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States

EONJ Mid Year Summit
2026-01-12 08:30 - 17:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 600 Commons Way Bldg. E,, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807, United States

The Business of the FIFA World Cup
2026-01-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Metlife Stadium, 1 MetLife Stadium Dr,, East Rutherford, NJ, 07073, United States
Join us for an exclusive, behind the scene experience as Metlife stadium transforms from Football to the biggest stage for the World Cup when all eyes will be on New Jersey. Imagine watching the games and being able to say I was there when this thing was being built out.
The event will begin with a networking lunch overlooking the field where history will soon be made.
That will be followed by a VIP Tour of the stadium
Then we will hear from, Fred Mangione, Chief Business Officer for the FIFA World cup 2026, as he shares a rare inside look at the business strategy, partnerships and global scale behind the World’s largest sporting event.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see firsthand how business, sport and innovation intersect on the global stage.
Spots are limited – Secure yours early to be part of this extraordinary event at the epicenter of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
