Graphic Matter actively participates in local business events. As we attend events and reach new milestones we will post information on this page.

Somerset County Business Partnership Presentation - June 8, 2006


"Niche Marketing - Discover How to Catch More Fish (and bigger fish) with a Smaller Net!" was presented to the Somerset County Business Partnership on June 8, 2006 by Beverly Rossi, President of Graphic Matter, Inc. and Bob Lantelme, Membership Relations Manager of the Somerset County Business Partnership.

   

RVCC & SBA - March 21, 2005

"Leveraging Microsoft Office as a Marketing Tool"
presented by Bev Rossi

Leveraging Microsoft Office as a Marketing Tool, a hands-on computer workshop sponsored by The Small Business Development Center (RVCC) and the Small Business Administration (SBA). Use Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat to create professional looking business documents for do-it-yourself marketing initiatives. Includes hands-on, industry secrets and Q&A session.

J.H. Cohen - Jan 12, 2005

"Building a brand on a shoestring budget"
presented by Bev Rossi

Building a Brand on a Shoestring Budget discusses the practical elements of creating consistent high-quality materials and identifies hidden costs in the production of marketing/sales materials.

Authorized Adobe Solutions Provider



Graphic Matter, Inc. has been recognized as an Authorized Adobe Solutions Provider recognizing for our history of experience and skill in the Adobe suite of software applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat and more.

Art Directors Club of New Jersey Award

Jacki Hasko of Graphic Matter, Inc. and The Idea Nework have been awarded a Certificate of Excellence by the Art Directors Club of New Jersey. This is the 41st Annual Awards Exhibition and the award was in the category of "booklets and brochures: 12 pages or more: 4 color or more." The brochure is displayed below for another award it received earlier this year.

NJAWBO Teal Heart Award
www.NJAWBO.org
February 2004

Beverly Rossi, Lisa Teach and T. Waldmann-Williams, Inc. were awarded the
Teal Heart Award for outstanding service to the Somerset Chapter.

Silver Award for Idea Network Brochure

Jacki Hasko of Graphic Matter, Inc. and Offset Impressions have been Awarded a Silver Award from the International Association of Printing House Craftsmen
Our client is Erin Saxton of The Idea Network, Inc. based in Whippany NJ, offered a great deal of creative input and appreciation for the creative process. The brochure was generously submitted by the printer in the category of brochures over 8-pages. The Printer is Offset Impressions based in Reading PA, they provide expert production and service levels at reasonable prices, www.offsetimpressions.com. More information will be posted on the association's web site www.iaphc.org

Quality New Jersey Conference
www.QNJ.org
Bally's Park Place, Atlantic City New Jersey
November 17 and 18. 2003

Graphic Matter will be exhibiting and in-kind sponsor.
For more information, visit the QNJ.org web site.

NCJ NAWBO Breakfast Meeting
www.NCJnawbo.org

"Building a brand on a shoestring budget" presented by Bev Rossi. Basking Ridge, NJ, 11.20.2003

Building a Brand on a Shoestring Budget discusses the practical elements of creating consistent high-quality materials and identifies hidden costs in the production of marketing/sales materials.

Bev Rossi was interviewed by US1 magazine for the attached article "Low Cost Branding that Works."

http://www.princetoninfo.com/200311/31119s01.html
Download Article as a PDF (70k)
Download Event Flyer

New Jersey Technology Council (NJTC) and the Women in Technology Peer Network: Tools for Success
Sponsors: New Jersey Economic Development Authority,
Morgan Lewis, First Union National Bank and PricewaterhouseCoopers
Date|Time: Wednesday, August 6, 2003 | 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Place: New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) | 36 West State Street / Trenton, NJ 08625-0990

Gain insight and knowledge on financing and marketing strategies to obtain business acumen as a female entrepreneur. Government certification procedures, financing, marketing and legal tools, and successful entrepreneurial experiences will be illustrated to assist participants in determining how to plot a "blueprint for success." By attending this "Women in Technology Network" series program sponsored by the EDA, you will gain insight from a lender, government certification specialist, and an attorney and technology entrepreneur on how to advance your tech business. Learn about the resources and opportunities available to help your business grow in New Jersey.

Caren S. Franzini, Executive Director/EDA
Christine N. Schnarr, Morgan Lewis & Brockius LLP
Margie Green, NJ Commerce & Economic Growth Commission
Michele Brunton, New Jersey Technology Centre of New Jersey
Beverly Thomas Rossi, Graphic Matter, Inc.

Graphic Matter Quarterly Meeting

The Graphic Matter Team attended our 3rd quarterly meeting on June 1, 2003. We took pictures so that we could present faces with the names on our biographies. We celebrated our certification as a WBE as well as the acquisition of several new accounts.

NOWA - Network of Writers and Artists
www.NOWA.org

"Tips on Presenting Powerful Portfolios to Clients" presented by Bev Rossi.
Bridgewater, NJ, 04.15.2003

Executive MBA Program at Rutgers
Rutgers Campus, Newark, 04.04.2003
Panel:
Marion Zajac, Program Manager for ETI - Entrepreneurial Training Institute
Terry Daniels, VP Commercial Lending, First Washington State Bank
Bev Rossi, ETI Graduate and Founder of Graphic Matter, Inc.