Stateside Affairs Celebrates Nine Years of Excellence Amid New Jersey’s First Diverse Business Month
Stateside Affairs Celebrates Nine Years of Excellence Amid New Jersey’s First Diverse Business Month
MANASQUAN, NJ – July 24, 2024 – Stateside Affairs is proudly celebrating nine years in business in conjunction with New Jersey’s inaugural Diverse Business Month. As a minority- and woman-owned public relations and government affairs firm, Stateside Affairs has made significant strides in both digital and traditional media, serving a wide array of clients ranging from political and advocacy campaigns to private and public entities across the nation.
Over the past nine years, Stateside Affairs has garnered numerous awards and recognitions, showcasing its dedication to excellence in public relations and communications. Stateside Affairs’ recent achievements include:
- First-Place Winner in NJBIZ’s 2023 Reader Rankings:
- Stateside Affairs was named the #1 Minority-Owned Business.
- Bronze Stevie® Award in the Social Media Team of the Year Category:
- Recognized at the 20th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business, which honor the achievements of women executives, entrepreneurs, and employees globally.
- 2023 ROI-NJ Champions of the C-Suite Gala:
- President and CEO Cristina Pinzon was celebrated for her outstanding achievements as one of New Jersey’s top 150 business leaders. This prestigious award, organized by ROI-NJ and presented by the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, highlights significant contributions to the business landscape.
- INSIDER NJ’s 100: Millennial Powerlist:
- CEO Cristina Pinzon was named among the Millennial generation’s influential figures, including elected officials, activists, professionals, business leaders, and more, recognized for their efforts toward a fairer and more just society.
- Silver Stevie® Award in the Ethics in Sales Category:
- Awarded in the 18th Annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service, celebrating achievements in contact center, customer service, business development, and sales professionals worldwide.
- Stateside Affairs’ Director of Marketing and Operations LisaMarie Gaeta named to Consulting Magazine’s 2024 Rising Stars of the Profession awards for Excellence in Leadership:
- These international awards recognize 40 individuals aged 36 and under who are “shaking up the industry in impactful ways, and redefining the consulting profession.”
“Celebrating nine years in business alongside New Jersey’s inaugural Diverse Business Month, Stateside Affairs is proud of the significant strides we have made as a minority- and woman-owned public relations and government affairs firm,” said President and CEO Cristina Pinzon. “Our journey has been marked by hard work, dedication, and the rewarding experience of breaking glass ceilings. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all minority-owned businesses during this momentous month.”
En Español: “Celebrando nueve años con el negocio junto con el Mes inaugural de los Negocios Diversos de Nueva Jersey, Stateside Affairs se enorgullece de los avances importantes que hemos logrado como una empresa propiedad de minoría y de una mujer de relaciones públicas y asuntos gubernamentales”, dijo la presidenta y directora ejecutiva Cristina Pinzón. “Nuestro viaje ha estado marcado por el trabajo duro, la dedicación y la gratificante experiencia de romper barreras. Le extendemos nuestras más sinceras felicitaciones a todas las empresas propiedad de minorías durante este mes trascendental”.
The importance of diverse-owned businesses to New Jersey’s economy is evident. According to the New Jersey Legislature, businesses owned by persons of color, women, veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community play a vital role. Persons of color own 21.7 percent of businesses in the state, while women and veterans own 39.6 percent and 4.2 percent, respectively. Despite their significant economic impact, diverse-owned businesses face growth challenges, including limited access to capital. A statewide study revealed significant disparities for diverse-owned businesses in securing formal prime contracts for construction, professional services, and general goods and services.
Stateside Affairs continues to lead with integrity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence, championing the growth and recognition of diverse-owned businesses in New Jersey and beyond. To promote its mission, Stateside Affairs is calling upon New Jersey residents to support the firm in NJBIZ’s annual Reader Rankings, available at https://njbiz.com/reader-rankings-2024. In 2023, Stateside Affairs was recognized as the #1 Minority-Owned business and is again seeking nominations in the Minority Owned Business and Woman Owned Business categories as well as the Advertising/Marketing Agency, Public Relations Firm, and Web Design & Development Company categories.
About Stateside Affairs
Stateside Affairs is an award-winning, bilingual, woman and minority-owned government affairs and public relations company based in New Jersey. Founded in 2015, the company’s reputation for success has garnered both state and regional recognition for its work in public affairs as well as print and digital communications. As industry leaders, the Stateside Affairs team prides itself in delivering plans that are beautifully designed and skillfully executed, gaining its clients nationwide recognition for quality work. For more information about Stateside Affairs, visit www.statesideaffairs.com.
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