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Southern Ocean Chamber presents its next Innovate and Caffeinate breakfast with an interactive program, updates, and networking on April 24 beginning at 830am in the private ballroom of The Mainland Rt 72, Manahawkin. The popular chamber event will be geared to managers, owners ,and operators with “Thinking Creatively, Innovatively & Entrepreneurially”. Whether launching a new business in 2024 or refining current business strategies, Suasion Communications Group President, Dr. Susan Adelizzi-Schmidt, is set to inspire all in this workshop. The presentation focuses on two crucial success factors: a creative mindset and smart risk-taking. Attendees will dive into essentials like the creative process, linking creativity to innovation, diverse thinking, and entrepreneurialism. Network with fellow coastal businesses to evaluate opportunities, define creative growth, and master the art of generating and maintaining fresh ideas. Susan was recently honored with a Ragan’s Top Women in Communications Award and she was named to Philadelphia Style Magazine’s 2021 Power Players and 2020 Dynamic Women of Greater Philadelphia. She has also received the FOLIO: Top Women in Media Award, recognizing the women trailblazers, leaders, advocates and mentors of the industry; Philadelphia Business Journal’s South Jersey Entrepreneur of the Year Award and Stockton University’s School of Graduate Studies Professional Achievement Award. In addition to her professional career as an entrepreneur, Susan also serves as a Stockton University School of Business Adjunct Instructor, where she inspires young minds with insightful, real-world lessons. Additionally, Susan shares her business knowledge at well-received seminars and workshops that take place regularly at schools, universities, industry associations and business organizations. Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce and their charitable affiliate, SOCA, continue the 110 year legacy of providing small businesses with the essential skills and trusted resources needed to thrive in our area. This event is open to all professionals and includes program, networking, chamber updates and full breakfast buffet. The cost is $35 per person and RSVP is available by contacting Kate @ sochamber.com or call 609.494.7211. Stay in touch with the chamber through their weekly radio broadcast/podcast, social media platforms and digital publications. 

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