For Immediate Release:
June 11, 2026

County Commissioners announce
Open for Business in Monmouth initiative

TINTON FALLS, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners announced the launch of the Open for Business in Monmouth initiative at Bell Works Fort Monmouth on Thursday, June 11.

“Small businesses remain the backbone of our local economy, and we continue to see strong entrepreneurship and expansion across the County,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “Today, we are proud to launch ‘Open for Business in Monmouth’, which is a countywide initiative that supports new and expanding businesses.”

Open for Business in Monmouth is a program designed to support, promote, and celebrate businesses across all 53 municipalities. As part of the Open for Business in Monmouth initiative, the County is inviting businesses, municipalities, and chambers of commerce to fill out the form below to request County participation in, or coordination of, ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new businesses, expansions, relocations, grand openings, and major milestones.

Commissioner Director Arnone was joined by Mayor of the Borough of Tinton Falls Risa Clay; Controller and COO of Inspired by Somerset Development, Mordechai Sidell; and Executive Director of the Eastern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce Jhanna Evan.

“As Mayor of Tinton Falls, I’m especially encouraged by the opportunities emerging throughout our region. By Supporting small businesses, attracting investment, fostering innovation, we strengthen our economy, create jobs and enhance quality of life for our residents,” said Mayor Clay.

“Bell Works Fort Monmouth has experienced tremendous momentum over the past year, evolving into a vibrant destination where businesses, entrepreneurs and the broader community can come together,” said Sidell. “The building is now nearly fully leased, welcoming a mix of corporate headquarters, retailers and community-focused amenities that have transformed the property into a true hub. We’re proud to be part of Monmouth County’s continued growth and excited about what lies ahead for Bell Works and the surrounding community.”

"It’s an exciting time to do business in Monmouth County. From Netflix at Fort Monmouth to the continued growth of Bell Works and the transformation of Monmouth Square, our region is experiencing unprecedented momentum and creating new opportunities for local businesses,” said Evans. “At EMACC, our mission is to help businesses connect, grow, and thrive. Whether you're looking to expand your network, increase your visibility, or build strategic partnerships, we provide the events, resources, and relationships to support your success.”

I invite you to discover the value of EMACC membership and see how we can help your business reach its next milestone. Contact me at director@emacc.org or 732-741-0055 to learn more."

Commissioner Director Arnone encouraged businesses having upcoming ribbon cuttings to fill out the online form.

“Businesses can participate by filling out the online ribbon cutting form which can be found on the County’s website, visitmonmouth.com. We also ask municipalities to p[promote the program and chambers across the County to engage their members about this wonderful opportunity,” said Commissioner Director Arnone.

Open for Business in Monmouth will also help businesses celebrate milestone anniversaries.

“If your business is celebrating a milestone anniversary, like 10, 25, or 50 years and beyond, we ask that you email openforbusiness@visitmonmouth.com so we can recognize you and highlight your business,” said Director Arnone. “Businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries will receive a commemorative certificate recognizing the contributions to our communities and local economies. We’ll also highlight these businesses on the County’s social media channels so residents can join us in celebrating their success. It’s a simple way to honor the businesses whose longevity, dedication, and hard work continue to make Monmouth County a great place to live, work, and do business.”

For news and alerts from Monmouth County, go to www.visitmonmouth.com or follow @MonmouthGovNJ on Facebook X and Instagram.

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