News 'N Views - December 2025

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

• MNYCA FALL FoRUM

• MNYCA Scholarships

• mnyca fall forum

• member spotlight

• holiday party 2025

• mnyca golf outing 2026

• community service project

• welcome new members

• MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

• meet your mnyca board

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

• MEMBER COMPANIES

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

John Messina, MNYCA President

Dear Members of MNYCA,

As we wrap up another year together, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your continued support, participation, and enthusiasm. Everything we accomplish as an organization is driven by the energy and commitment of our members, and I’m truly grateful for the community we’ve built.

Serving as your President for a second year has been both an honor and a privilege. I remain committed to strengthening our mission, expanding opportunities for professional growth, and ensuring that MNYCA continues to be a valuable network for all of us.

This year, we had the privilege of coming together not just for professional development, but also for meaningful service. On November 14th, we partnered with Rebuilding Together North Jersey for a special Veterans Day Project, helping a deserving local veteran in Teaneck, NJ, with home repairs. Events like this remind us of the impact we can have beyond our industry - supporting those who have served our country and contributing to our wider community.

Our Fall Forum was another highlight, offering insightful discussion on the rapidly evolving field of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on our industry. And, as always, our annual Holiday Party at the Liberty House provided a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our accomplishments, strengthen relationships, and enjoy the season together.

Looking ahead, I’m excited for the year to come. With your engagement and support, we will continue building a strong, vibrant, and collaborative MNYCA community - one that drives professional growth and meaningful connections.

Thank you once again for being an essential part of MNYCA. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a successful year ahead.

Kind regards,

John Messina, President MNYCA

mnyca scholarships

The MNYCA is proud to offer two scholarship programs exclusively for our members:

• Michael A. Granito Scholarship

• MNYCA College/Univ Scholarship

Stay tuned for more details and application information, which will be posted in early 2026.

These awards are made possible thanks to the continued support and generosity of our members through donations, sponsorships, and 50/50 raffles. Your contributions truly make a difference!

MNYCA Fall Forum

September 25, 2025 - Marriott Saddle Brook

The 2025 MNYCA Fall Forum delivered one of our most timely and forward-looking programs yet - focused on the rapidly evolving impact of Artificial Intelligence across marketing, laboratory operations, and product development. The event brought together members and industry professionals eager to understand how AI is transforming the ways organizations innovate, analyze, and compete.

Program Highlights

This year’s forum featured three expert speakers, each offering a unique perspective on AI’s growing influence:

• Jeff Sundheim (Google) - AI as Your Business Multiplier: Demystifying AI Tools and Strategies for Real-World Marketing Success Practical guidance on leveraging AI to solve challenges and scale personalized experiences.

• Gary Danddreaux, Ph.D. (Polaris Chemical Consulting LLC) - AI and Digital Transformation in the Laboratory Insights on how digital tools and automation accelerate research, improve data integrity, and modernize lab operations.

• Mark Maimone (Citrine Informatics) - Accelerating Product Development Through AI and Machine Learning Demonstrating how AI-driven platforms reduce development cycles, lower experimentation costs, and drive faster innovation.

Together, their insights painted a comprehensive picture of how AI is reshaping multiple sectors and creating new opportunities for growth.

• Jeff Sundheim – AI Business Strategist, Google

• Gary Dandreaux – Expert in AI & Digital Transformation in the Laboratory

• Mark Maimone – Specialist in Accelerating Product Development through AI & Machine Learning

Networking & Engagement:

The forum concluded with a cocktail hour, giving attendees the opportunity to network, exchange ideas, and continue discussions sparked by the day’s presentations.

Key Takeaway:

With expert speakers, strong attendee engagement, and highly relevant content, the 2025 Fall Forum was a resounding success - equipping members with practical insights and a deeper understanding of how AI is transforming business, science, and innovation.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Quaker Color

Established in 1968, Quaker Color is a fourth-generation, family-owned specialty chemical company serving the coatings industry with advanced manufacturing capabilities and innovative technologies. Guided by strong family values, Quaker Color builds lasting partnerships with customers, suppliers, employees, and the local community.

Located in historic Quakertown, PA, their mission is to develop and manufacture colorants (pigment dispersions) and polyurethane dispersions that enhance the value of customer products. They offer both standard lines and custom solutions, with colorant chemistries ranging from water-based and solvent-based to 100% solids—available in liquid and dry chip form. These products serve varied coatings applications including metal, wood, packaging, automotive, paper, textiles, rubber, electronics, and building materials.

Quaker Color’s Performance Coatings group specializes in water-based polyurethane dispersions, custom blends, and application testing, working closely with customers to meet demanding performance requirements.

Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Quaker Color aligns with the UN 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, actively reducing its carbon footprint through solar-powered production, a Combined Heat & Power system, water recovery loops, and energy-efficient facility upgrades. Their products are designed to minimize VOCs, utilize renewable resources, and comply with global environmental standards.

Quaker Color is proud to hold ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications and actively participates in industry associations such as the American Coatings Association (ACA) and regional groups like MNYCA.

holiday party

The MNYCA Holiday Party was held at The Liberty House in Jersey City, NJ, kicking off the holiday season in style! Guests enjoyed breathtaking views of the New York City skyline and the Statue of Liberty, made even more spectacular by clear skies and a full moon. Many attendees took advantage of the outdoor balconies to soak in the sights.

Over 120 members and guests gathered for an evening of drinks, appetizers, and great conversation. The celebration continued in the grand ballroom with a delightful dinner, followed by service and achievement awards. This year’s 50/50 raffle broke records, with proceeds supporting MNYCA’s two annual scholarships. Congratulations to the three lucky winners—time to start holiday shopping!

Award Highlights presented by Dave White, Pan Technology :

OUTSTANDING RECOGNITIONS

COMPANY OF THE YEAR - CHAMPION CONTAINER

DAVID H. LITTER DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

BRUCE SCHIMMEL (SUPERIOR MATERIALS)

SERVICE AWARDS:

Merit Citation – Michele Claeson (Trust Chem)

Merit Citation – Andy Romano (Van Horn, Metz)

President’s Achievement – Alicia Colacci (MUNZING)

PAINT PIONEER AWARD

60 YEARS

PETER TEPPERMAN (SEAGRAVE COATINGS)

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this event a memorable start to the holiday season!

2026 MNYCA GOLF OUTING - HOLD THE DATE: JUNE 18, 2026

The MNYCA will be holding our annual golf outing on Thursday, June 18th at

Galloping Hill Golf Course, Kenilworth, NJ.

mnyca participates in community service project

On Friday, November 14th the MNYCA took part in a service project in partnership with Rebuilding Together North Jersey (RTNJ) and Home Depot. RTNJ’s mission is led by the belief that a safe, warm, dry, and healthy home is a quality of life that everyone deserves. The organization’s goal is to help fixed-income seniors, veterans, those with disabilities, and low-income families.

Originally founded by the Junior League of Bergen County in 1998 as Rebuilding Together Bergen County, they provide low-income homeowners with critical repairs and modifications needed to live safely in their homes. In 2016, they expanded to serve high-needs communities in northern New Jersey, beginning with Paterson and Passaic County.

Members of the MNYCA spent the day working on a local veteran’s house. Participants helped prepare and repaint the house, repair a garage door and clean out the yard.

MNYCA Board Member, Dave White noted the event was quite successful. “It is no wonder that millions of gallons of paint are sold each year,” he said. “The transformation was amazing. Rebuilding Together North Jersey is done with projects for this year but will keep us in mind when the weather breaks next year. It felt great to give back to someone who served this country with honor.”

welcome our newest members to mnyca

We would like to remind everyone of our newest member companies to MNYCA. As you attend our upcoming events, such as the fall forum or the holiday party, please take a moment and introduce yourself to these individuals.

Anna Diretto, Yadley, PA

mnyca employment committee

The MNYCA provides an opportunity for member companies to post links to your company job board on the MNYCA website. Several companies have already taken advantage of this benefit of membership. We encourage all our member companies patty.paletto@mnyca.org to post a link to their jobs page as part of their recruitment strategy. Please send your requests to patty.paletto@mnyca.org

If you have any employees who are need of new employment, we encourage them to send their resumes to: patty.paletto@mnyca.org MNYCA aids in placing people with member companies looking to fill open positions.

In addition to this service, MNYCA is working to make our industry more visible to local colleges and universities and encouraging new graduates to consider the coatings industry as a career.

If your company would like to be more involved, please contact Bob Whiteley at rwhiteley@jns-smithchem.com

meet your mnyca board

Alicia Colacci – Chair of the Board - Munzing

John Messina – President - Isolatek Intl

Christine Gehres – Vice President - CGI

Tom Kinlin –Sec / Treasurer - Shamrock Tech.

Board of Trustees

Jason Anagnostis - P.O.R. Products

Michele Claeson - Trust Chem USA Geoff Clay - Arxada

Thomas Daquila - Eagle Specialty

John Kehmna – Univar Solutions

Kurt Maas - Champion Container

Aida Mevoglioni - UMC

Thomas Penny - Benjamin Moore

Kerry Pianoforte - Coatings World

Andrew Romano - Van Horn, Metz & Co.

Bruce Schimmel – Superior Materials

Dave White - Pan Technology

Bob Whiteley – XA Solutions

calendar of events

Annual Meeting

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (Tentative)

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Macaluso’s, 55 4th Ave, Hawthorne, NJ

MNYCA Golf Outing

Thursday, June 18, 2026

7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Galloping Hill, Kenilworth, NJ

Connect with MNYCA on Linked-In:

Connect with MNYCA on Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6531944/

News 'N Views - September 2025

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

• MNYCA FALL FoRUM

• HOLIDAY PARTY 2025

• scholarship 2025 winners

• member spotlight

• 2025 mnyca golf outing

• welcome new members

• afternoon at yankee game

• MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

• MEMBER COMPANIES

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

John Messina, MNYCA President

Dear Members of MNYCA,

As we look ahead to the coming season, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation for your continued commitment and support of our organization. It is through the dedication and engagement of our members that MNYCA continues to grow, thrive, and serve as a leading professional community.

I am honored to be serving as your President for a second year. This role is a privilege, and I remain deeply committed to advancing the mission of MNYCA and supporting the success of our members.

We are pleased to share details of two exciting upcoming events. On September 25th, our Fall Forum will focus on the timely and impactful topic of Artificial Intelligence, offering valuable insights and discussion on how this rapidly evolving field is shaping our industry and beyond.

Later this year, on December 3rd, we will gather for our annual Holiday Party at the beautiful Liberty House, once again providing a festive setting to celebrate our collective accomplishments, strengthen relationships, and close the year together in fellowship.

Thank you once again for your active involvement in MNYCA. Together, we will continue to build on our strong foundation and create meaningful opportunities for professional growth and community. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.

Kind regards,

John Messina, President MNYCA

MNYCA Fall Forum - Can’t be Missed

Topic: Artificial Intelligence: AI tools and strategies to help your company succeed

Join us for this exciting in-person event hosted by MNYCA on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 3:00 PM atthe Marriott Saddle Brook, NJ. This forum will explore how AI is transforming business operations, product development, and laboratory innovation.

Why You Should Attend:

• Hear from top industry experts on how AI is driving success across sectors.

• Engage in a dynamic Q&A session.

• Network with peers during the cocktail hour starting at 5:00 PM.

Featured Speakers:

• Jeff Sundheim – AI Business Strategist, Google

• Gary Dandreaux – Expert in AI & Digital Transformation in the Laboratory

• Mark Maimone – Specialist in Accelerating Product Development through AI & Machine Learning

Register Today: Visit our website https://www.mnyca.org/upcoming-events or, email: Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org

holiday party - hold the date

This year’s MNYCA Holiday Party will be held on

December 3, 2025.

The venue will again be at The Liberty House

Jersey City, NJ

scholarship 2025 winners

The MNYCA is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Michael A. Granito Scholarship and the newly established MNYCA College/University Scholarship. Thanks to the continued support and generosity of our members, we were able to recognize four outstanding students for their academic achievements, leadership, and dedication.

We received a remarkable pool of applicants this year, making the selection process both inspiring and challenging. Ultimately, we awarded scholarships to three exceptional high school seniors and one matriculating college student.

Michael A. Granito Scholarship Recipients

• Connor White – Son of Dave White, Pan Technology

• Emilia Pentlicky – Daughter of Jason Anagnostis, POR Products

• Connor Landzettel – Son of Walter Landzettel, Landzettel and Son Inc.

MNYCA College/University Scholarship Recipient

• Emilie Claeson – Daughter of Michele Claeson, Trust Chem USA

We congratulate these students and their families, and we wish them continued success in their academic journeys. The future of our industry is bright with such promising young talent on the horizon!

A few thank you notes from this year’s recipients . . . .

Dear MNYCA,

Thank you for your gift! It’s an honor to be chosen for the award. . . . Connor Landzettel

(2025 winner of the Michael A. Granito Scholarship. Freshman at Purdue University)

Dear MNYCA,

Thank you so much for the scholarship money! I am extremely grateful to be able to use it for my education. I am truly honored to be a recipient of the 2025 College Scholarship award. Thank you again for your generosity and encouragement!

Sincerely, Emilie Claeson

(2025 winner of the College Scholarship – Attending Salve Regina University, Newport RI)

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Wego Chemical Group

Founded in 1978 as a two-person office in New York, Wego Chemical Group has evolved into a global supplier, importer, and distributor of chemicals, minerals, and raw materials, now operating across four continents. From its earliest days, Wego’s focus has been on forging international partnerships, beginning with its first sourcing ventures in Asia and expanding to sales operations in Europe and Latin America. Over time, the company established a worldwide presence with offices in China, Mexico, Turkey, Brazil, the Netherlands, and most recently Colombia, ensuring that customers in diverse industries have access to a reliable global supply chain.

Wego’s growth has been marked by key milestones that demonstrate its commitment to safety, compliance, and customer trust. In 2008, the company was awarded U.S. Customs and Border Protection C-TPAT Tier 2 Certification and secured its first REACH registrations in Europe, strengthening its reputation in international trade and regulatory expertise. Expansion continued with the opening of sales offices in São Paulo in 2009 and Rotterdam in 2011, providing strategic footholds in South America and Europe. In recent years, the company has extended its Latin American footprint with sales operations in Colombia, while also investing in the development of a new Global Headquarters in Great Neck, New York.

In 2015, Wego joined the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) as a candidate member, achieving full Responsible Distribution verification by 2017.

Wego supplies a broad range of markets including coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers; agriculture and animal nutrition; water treatment; electronics; lubricants; mining; and textiles. Customers value Wego’s ability to manage not only the sourcing of competitively priced materials—particularly from Asia—but also the critical aspects of regulatory compliance, customs clearance, logistics, and distribution. This integrated approach allows Wego to tailor delivery solutions to customer needs while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

After nearly five decades, Wego remains family-owned and guided by the same entrepreneurial spirit that defined its early years. The company’s combination of global reach, regulatory expertise, and customer-first philosophy continues to foster long-term partnerships and innovative solutions, ensuring that Wego is positioned as a trusted leader in chemical distribution worldwide.

2025 mnyca golf outing

June 12, 2025

The MNYCA held our annual golf outing on Thursday, June 12th at Galloping Hill Golf Course, Kenilworth, NJ. This new venue is a Rees Jones architect renovation in 2014. The club will host the 2016 NJSGA Open Championship.

We had a 9AM shot gun start on a beautiful sunny day. Sixty-five golfers came out to support our scholarship funds.

The following people won skill prizes:

1st Place Team - Michael Verzaleno, Nick Cerilli, Steve Schock, John Millard

2nd Place Team - John Kehmna, Justin Sadler, Dave Penichter, Jarrett Russell

Closest to the Pin – Mike Verzaleno Jr; Longest Drive Women - Elaine Barbetta; Longest Drive Men - Benjamin Biber; Putting Contest - Jeff Jakubowski

MNYCA would like to thank all the company members who sponsored the annual Golf outing in support of our Michale A Granito Scholarship and MNYCA College Scholarship.

Pflaumer Bothers – Platinum Sponsor

Champion Container – Gold Sponsor

MUNZING – Silver Sponsor

Hot Dog Cart – Van Horn Metz & Co

Beverage Cart – Sun Chemical Color

Putting Green Contest – Eagle Specialty

Longest Drive – Azelis

Closest to the pin - National Packaging Services

Tee / Hole Sponsors:

Barentz - Coatings World - EM Sullivan - Pan Technology - Schultz Container System

Superior Materials - Univar Solutions

Gifts – Eagle Specialty Products

welcome our newest members to mnyca

We would like to remind everyone of our newest member companies to MNYCA. As you attend our upcoming events, such as the fall forum or the holiday party, please take a moment and introduced yourself to these individuals.

Syensqo

Thomas Papasso

Regional Marketing Director, Coatings

Lawrence, NJ

WEGO CHEMICAL GROUP

Matt Iaci, Key Account Manager - CASE & Construction, Great Neck, NY

aFTERNOON AT YANKEE STADIUM july 31st, 2025 - 1 pm

On July 31 the MNYCA hosted a day at Yankee stadium for members and their guests. Attendees were able to watch the New York Yankees play the Tampa Bay Rays from the comfort of the Audi Club and enjoyed a buffet lunch.

The game, which was interrupted by a rain delay for nearly three hours, saw the Yankees score early with a two-run homer from Giancarlo Stanton and a three-run homer from Ben Rice in the first two innings respectively. The Rays scored all four of their runs in the fourth inning after being held hitless until then.

The Yankees ultimately defeated the Rays

with a final score of 7-4.

mnyca employment committee

The MNYCA provides an opportunity for member companies to post links to your company job board on the MNYCA website. Several companies have already taken advantage of this benefit of membership. We encourage all our member companies patty.paletto@mnyca.org to post a link to their jobs page as part of their recruitment strategy. Please send your requests to patty.paletto@mnyca.org

If you have any employees who are need of new employment, we encourage them to send their resumes to: patty.paletto@mnyca.org MNYCA aids in placing people with member companies looking to fill open positions.

In addition to this service, MNYCA is working to make our industry more visible to local colleges and universities and encouraging new graduates to consider the coatings industry as a career.

If your company would like to be more involved, please contact Bob Whiteley at rwhiteley@jns-smithchem.com

calendar of events

Fall Forum

September 25, 2025

3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Marriott Saddle Brook

138 Pehle Ave, Saddle Brook, NJ

Topic: Artificial Intelligence: AI tools and strategies to help your company succeed

Holiday Party

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

6:00 PM - 10:00 pm

Liberty House, 76 Audrey Zapp Dr., Jersey City, NJ

Connect with MNYCA on Linked-In:

Connect with MNYCA on Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6531944/

News 'N Views - June 2025

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

• Eastern coatings show

• HOLIDAY PARTY 2025

• member SPOTLIGHT

• GOLF OUTING

• WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

• YANKEE GAME

• MEMBERS NEWS

• MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

• MEMBER COMPANIES

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

John Messina, MNYCA President

MNYCA members,

I’d like to wish you all a happy spring. The year is flying by, and another successful Eastern Coatings Show has come and gone. It was a great event, bringing together professionals from all aspects of the coatings industry. A special thank you to Douglas Lugo for all his hard work organizing the event and to Harrah’s Resort for hosting.

There is also a lot to look forward to as we head into the warmer months. Our Annual Meeting will take place on June 3rd, 2025, at Macaluso’s in Hawthorne, NJ with a cocktail party from 6-9pm. We will finalize our officer and board of directors’ positions for the upcoming 2025-2026 year, and we will also announce our scholarship winners.

Our annual Golf Outing will take place on June 12th at Galloping Hill in Kenilworth, NJ. A continental breakfast will be served before the 9 AM shotgun start followed by awards and lunch from 2-4 PM.

On July 31st, we will enjoy an afternoon of baseball at the Audi Club in Yankee Stadium. It’s a great opportunity to have some fun and network with others in the coatings industry. I hope to see you there!

In addition, we are looking to participate in some community outreach programs. We are currently discussing possible projects with Rebuilding Together North Jersey and hope to have a project on the calendar soon.

I would also like to announce that we are expanding our membership and welcoming members from the Philadelphia area. This will make our association stronger and also afford those in the Philadelphia area the opportunity to be a part of our community and all we have to offer.

As always, thank you for all of your support and participation which keeps the MNYCA thriving. I look forward to seeing you all soon.

Kind regards,

John Messina, President MNYCA

cOATINGS INDUSTRY CONVENES AT 2025 EASTERN COATINGS SHOW

More than 120 exhibitors and 1,200 attendees gathered in Atlantic City to learn about the latest technologies. Coatings World - David Savastano - Contributing Editor

One of the interesting developments in the post-pandemic business world is the interest in smaller regional shows. The major conferences and trade shows are still faring quite well, while maintaining attendance numbers at local shows has been challenging.

This is certainly the case in the paint and coatings field. The European Coatings Show, American Coatings Show and CHINACOAT are all doing well, while some regional gatherings, notably the Eastern Coatings Show and Western Coatings Show, are remaining strong.

A great example is the 2025 Eastern Coatings Show, which was held May 13- 15 at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City, NJ. Organized by the Eastern Coatings Federation and hosted by the Philadelphia Society for Coatings Technology, the New England Society for Coatings Technology and the Metropolitan New York Coatings Association, this year’s show was attended by 1,200 industry professionals, and featured more than 120 exhibitors and 42 technical presentations.

“We continued to have strong attendance this year with 1,200 attendees,” said Chuck Jones, president of the Eastern Coatings Show, after the show. “The high energy was evident from the opening reception to the close of the exhibit hall. The talks that were selected for the technical program were high quality, and from the opening networking events to the end, we have had a good crowd of engaged attendees.”

The Keynote talk was given by Sully Sullivan, president of DayGlo Color Corporation, who discussed “Manufacturing in the Age of Social Media: Why Making Stuff Matters.”

There also was a panel discussion, moderated by Coatings World’s Dale Pritchett, which covered “Investing Financial and Intellectual Capital in an Ever-Changing Market.” The panel featured George Pilcher of ChemQuest, Dan Pickard at Buchanan, and David Witker from Benjamin Moore. Click Here to Read More

holiday party - hold the date

This year’s MNYCA Holiday Party will be held on

December 3, 2025.

The venue will again be at The Liberty House

Jersey City, NJ

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

ISOLATEK INTERNATIONAL - Trusted Advisors in Passive Fire Protection

For over 150 years, since 1875, Isolatek International, Stanhope, NJ, has set the standard in passive fire protection with its industry-leading technologies and performance-driven solutions. Isolatek delivers proven materials that safeguard lives, property, and structural integrity across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets worldwide.

At the heart of Isolatek’s offering is more than just materials — it’s partnership. Clients rely on Isolatek not only for best-in-class products but for expert guidance throughout the design and installation process. Acting as a Trusted Advisor, the Isolatek team collaborates closely with project stakeholders to ensure fire protection strategies are both technically sound and cost-effective. Their consultative approach consistently drives smarter, safer, and more efficient outcomes for every build.

Isolatek International isn’t just a supplier — it’s a strategic ally in building safety. With a legacy of leadership, a commitment to innovation, and a focus on trusted technical support, Isolatek continues to help shape safer skylines across the globe.

Isolatek International offers a robust portfolio of high-performance fire protection materials tailored to diverse building needs. Their Spray-Applied Fire Resistive Materials (SFRMs)–including cement-based and gypsum-based formulations of varying densities and weights – are widely used in commercial and industrial settings to protect structural steel from extreme heat and fire. They also provide a range of Intumescent Fire Resistive Materials (IFRMs). The IFRMs are applied as an aesthetically pleasing thin film coating. The unique combination of ingredients forms a stable insulating char via a chemical reaction when exposed to high temperatures from a fire. The water-based IFRMs combine fire protection with environmental responsibility and architectural appeal.

FireSolve™ SB is the newest addition to Isolatek’s portfolio - an innovative, high-performance fireproofing product with the lowest thicknesses and VOCs of any solvent-based intumescent coating in the industry. Developed through extensive field research and collaboration with applicators, FireSolve delivers: Quick-dry fireproofing for steel and is designed to withstand rain and sun soon after application. FireSolve SB is applied to columns before the walls go up, allowing for greater flexibility in construction sequencing and keeping your project on schedule. But it is a sleek finish and the ability to topcoat with a variety of finishes and colors allows for seamless integration with your design and honors your vision.

Feel free to reach out for more info on any of our coatings and products at www.isolatek.com.

2025 mnyca golf outing

Thursday, June 12, 2025

Galloping Hill Golf Course, 3 Golf Drive, Kenilworth, NJ

The MNYCA annual golf outing is coming up quickly on Thursday, June 12th, 2025. This year the outing will be held at Galloping Hill Golf Course, Kenilworth, NJ. This new venue was a Rees Jones architect renovation in 2014. The club hosted the 2016 NJSGA Open Championship, and now will host the MNYCA 2025 Annual Golf Outing.

Schedule:

Registration Opens – 7:30 AM

Continental Breakfast – 7:30-9:00 AM

Shot Gun Start – 9:00 AM

Lunch / Awards – 2:00 – 4:00 PM

welcome our newest members to mnyca

We would like to welcome our newest member company to the MNYCA. As you attend our upcoming events, such as the annual meeting or golf outing, please, make it a point to introduce yourself and your company to our newest members!

Syensqo

Thomas Papasso

Regional Marketing Director, Coatings

Lawrence, NJ

WEGO CHEMICAL GROUP

Matt Iaci, Key Account Manager - CASE & Construction, Great Neck, NY

aFTERNOON AT YANKEE STADIUM july 31st, 2025 - 1 pm

Don’t miss the opportunity to join the MNYCA at the Audi Club – The MNYCA is heading back to the Bronx to watch the NY Yankees again. This event is not only a great occasion to mingle with fellow industry colleagues, but also to bring customers and family to the park.

member news

Gehring-Montgomery Announces Rising Sales Talent Louis Karlik as Key Territory Manager for North Jersey

Warminster, PA – Gehring-Montgomery, Inc. (GMI), a proud member of the global TER Chemicals is excited to spotlight Louis Karlik, a Mercer County NJ native, as a standout sales professional leading the company’s growth in the North Jersey territory.

Gehring-Montgomery is selected by Graphene Star as North American Distribution Partner

Graphene Star Ltd, the UK-based leader in eco-innovative graphene materials, today announced a strategic partnership with Gehring-Montgomery, Inc. (GMI), appointing the Pennsylvania-based specialty chemical distributor as its official distributor for the North American market.

mnyca employment committee

The MNYCA provides an opportunity for member companies to post links to your company job board on the MNYCA website. Several companies have already taken advantage of this benefit of membership. We encourage all our member companies patty.paletto@mnyca.org to post a link to their jobs page as part of their recruitment strategy. Please send your requests to patty.paletto@mnyca.org

If you have any employees who are need of new employment, we encourage them to send their resumes to: patty.paletto@mnyca.org MNYCA aids in placing people with member companies looking to fill open positions.

In addition to this service, MNYCA is working to make our industry more visible to local colleges and universities and encouraging new graduates to consider the coatings industry as a career.

If your company would like to be more involved, please contact Bob Whiteley at rwhiteley@jns-smithchem.com

calendar of events

Annual Meeting

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Cocktail Party

Macaluso’s, 55 4th Ave., Hawthorne, NJ

MNYCA Golf Outing

Thursday, June 12, 2025

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Galloping Hill Golf Course, 3 Golf Drive, Kenilworth, NJ

Yankee Game - Audi Club

Thursday, July 31, 2025

1:00 PM (Gates open at 11:30 AM)

Yankee Stadium

Fall Forum

October 2025 (TBD)

Holiday Party

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

6:00 PM - 10:00 pm

Liberty House, 76 Audrey Zapp Dr., Jersey City, NJ

Connect with MNYCA on Linked-In:

Connect with MNYCA on Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6531944/

John Messina presented Alicia Colacci the Gavel, as the outgoing president.