News 'N Views - March 2023

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

• EASTERN COATINGS SHOW

• MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

• GOLF OUTING

• WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

• AFTERNOON OF BASEBALL

• MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

Dave White, MNYCA President

MNYCA members,

It seems like just yesterday I wrote my last President’s message. Supply chain seems to be loosening up and prices have somewhat stabilized. The talk of recession is not going away anytime soon. Yet, the Coatings Industry stays resilient.

It is time again for the Eastern Coatings Show. May 16th – 18th. On Tuesday May 16th you can choose between golf and the Short Course. The University of Southern Mississippi offer the short course. The first 2 hours are devoted to topics for the new Chemist followed by 2 hours of a more advanced lecture for seasoned Chemists. So, whether new or a grizzled vet this course is for you.

After the day’s festivities enjoy the opening reception poolside at Harrah’s. Wednesday will start with a keynote by Dan Calkins, Chairman & CEO of Benjamin Moore. There will be 42 technical presentations spread over two days as well as 120+ booths on the show floor. One of the many highlights will be the Panel Discussion. The topic will be ‘Where do we go from here- The future of coatings”. Panelists include industry experts as well as academia.

The Board of the MNYCA has done an excellent job of putting together the schedule for the rest of the year. Starting with our annual meeting, being held June 6th at Macaluso’s. We will be having a Cocktail Party and approving the slate for the 2023-2024 Board and Officers.

On June 20th we will hold our annual golf outing at Neshanic Valley Golf Course. Always a much looked forward to event. Come hit the links and enjoy fun and merriment.

Due to schedule conflicts, we are unable to offer a Yankee game this summer. Instead, we will be heading out to the Somerset Patriots vs. Bowie Baysox (Affiliate of Baltimore Orioles) for an afternoon of baseball. For those of you that haven’t been to a Minor League baseball game it is an excellent venue to entertain a customer, bring family and have a great time. It is a relaxing day at the ballpark. Bring the kids as Minor League ballparks cater to the youth.

Won’t you join us for a great time eating hot dogs, cotton candy and all the other things we should not be partaking in.

The largest regional coatings show in America. Eastern Coating Show May 16 – 18, 2023, at Harrah’s Resort, Atlantic City, NJ.

Dan Calkins, Chairman and CEO of Benjamin Moore, will be the opening keynote speaker at Eastern Coatings Show 2023. “Leading a Business Through Challenging Times,” Calkins will share his experiences in managing a business through the tumultuous times of recent years and the impact such circumstances have on both the business and the people working in it every day. Calkins will share insight into how Benjamin Moore navigated unforeseen challenges and planned toward a “new normal” across business units, ultimately creating a more agile, resilient organization poised for the future. (Read more in Coatings World) (Read more in Coatings World)

TECHNICAL PAPERS Eastern Coatings Show Announces Schedule for Technical Papers - Innovation & Emerging Technologies are Key.

The Eastern Coatings Federation has announced the schedule of papers for the May 2023 Show. A total of 42 papers will be presented on topics covering architectural and industrial coatings, sustainable materials and emerging technologies in coatings and raw materials. “I am particularly excited about the range of applications that will be presented, with technologies designed for coatings that improve lifestyle along with those that protect the infrastructures we depend on. We will not only have speakers from the Eastern US, but from across the globe at this show,” said Chuck Jones, Technical Committee chair. “ This is a great opportunity for anyone attending to get up to date on current trends in materials and coatings technologies.”

To see the complete list of papers as well as the speakers and their bios please visit the show web site.

This show has many additional events and improvements. For more information, Click Here

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Superior Materials, a 4th generation privately held company, will celebrate its 77th anniversary as a specialty chemicals distributor in 2023. Incorporated in 1946, Superior evolved from the paint consulting laboratory founded by Benjamin Joachim in 1923 and has offered stability and consistency to its principals and its customers for its entire history.

During the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s, the first two family generations guided Superior’s growth as a technically oriented raw materials supplier to paint, plastic, and ink manufacturers in the New York region. Superior’s current-day product portfolio still includes the very first product lines the company ever sold, a unique testament to Superior’s commitment to its customers and principals.

Today, Superior Materials, a long-term NACD member company, covers 26 states in the Eastern half of the United States, representing 17 principals and shipping from 4 warehouses. Superior sells to the CASE, Construction, Plastics, HI&I, Food, Pharma, Personal Care, and related markets.

With an ever-growing commitment to sustainability, Superior Materials is proud to be a part of EcoVadis with a current bronze status. The company is dedicated to doing its part toward providing a better and more sustainable future for the next generation.

Superior Materials has increased its philanthropic efforts since the inception of the COVID-19 pandemic by supporting and providing meals for the hard-working Nurses and Doctors of the Montefiore Children’s Hospital in the Bronx, NY. Superior Materials will continue to provide time and financial support to the first responder community.

Superior continues to grow organically and has recently added 2 customer service representatives to the team in addition to the new role of Director of Operations who will work towards the continued growth and independence of the organization. In an age of digital marketing, venture capital and global mergers, the uniqueness of an organization that is committed to approaching its markets with the same dedication and intimacy as prior generations is quite extraordinary.

2023 MNYCA golf outing

The MNYCA annual golf outing will be held on Tuesday, June 20th at the Neshanic Valley Golf Course, Branchburg, NJ. The day will kick off with a lunch buffet, followed by a 1pm shot gun start.

The day will be capped off with a reception and awards dinner. The deadline to register is Tuesday, June 6th, but don’t delay, as spots are filling up quickly. To enroll, please email patty.paletto@mnyca.org

welcome our newest members to mnyca

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

CanLak Coatings - Chris Kuhlman - Manufacturer – Specialty performance coatings

Cardinal Color – Mark Berry - Manufacturer – Color dispersion

Chemdirect - Craig Pesetsky - Digital portal, for the chemicals industry

Penn Color Inc. - Philip Adams - Color concentrated, masterbatches and pigment dispersions for use in inks and coatings

PQ Corporation - Joshua Van Vranken – Material for matting solutions

RE Carroll Inc. - Robert E Carroll III - Distributor of additives for the CASE markets

Fanti USA - Peter Ciszek - Manufacturer tinplate cans. The largest paint can manufacturer in Europe

afternoon of baseball

Come out and watch the Somerset Patriots vs. Bowie Baysox on Tuesday, July 25 th at 12:05PM.

Enjoy kicking back with your colleagues or bring the family for an afternoon of fun. As there are a limited quantity of tickets, they will be sold on a first come, first payment, non-refundable basis. There is a 6-ticket limit per member company. After June 27th, any remaining tickets will be made available. This event is open to all members. The tickets will be mailed to the address provided prior to the game.

Gates open at 11:00am if you want to watch the team warm up. Ticket price includes a seat in the Diamond Club. This exclusive area offers a private space with both indoor and outdoor seating, a private cash bar, and all the additional perks of being on our suite level! It's perfect for rewarding your employees, entertaining clients, and experiencing the joy of baseball in a spacious, comfortable setting.

MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

If you have any employees who are in need of new employment, we encourage them to send their resume to MNYCA. In addition, if you have needs for technical or sales/marketing people, you can also contact MNYCA.

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. From time to time, we have seminars where we invite local colleges to talk about recruiting their graduates. We also encourage that companies offer summer internships in cooperation with local colleges and universities.

If your company is interested in any of these employment benefits above, please contact Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

Annual Meeting: Tuesday – June 6th, 2023 Macaluso’s, 55 Fourth Ave, Hawthorne, NJ Cocktail Party – 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Golf Outing: Tuesday – June 20th, 2023 Neshanic Valley Golf Course, 2301 South Branch Rd Neshanic Station, NJ Registration opens – 11:00am

Baseball Outing – Somerset Patriots - Tuesday - July 25th, 2023 Patriots (Yankees – AA affiliated) v. Bowie-Baysox (Orioles – AA affiliated) TD Bank Ballpark, 1 Patriots Park, Bridgewater, NJ Park opens – 11:00am Buffet – 11:30am – 1:00pm 12:05pm – First pitch

Holiday Party: Wednesday - November 29th, 2023 Macaluso’s, 55 Fourth Ave, Hawthorne, NJ 07506 Cocktail Hour – 6:00pm – 7:00pm Dinner and 50/50 raffle – 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Please reach out to Patty with any questions: Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org

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News 'N Views - November 2022

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

• EASTERN COATINGS SHOW

• MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

• FALL FORUM

• MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

• GOLF OUTING

• MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

Dave White, MNYCA President

MNYCA members,

I look forward to working with an awesome Board of Directors. Joining us on the Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 campaign are Christine Gehres – SpecialChem, Tom Kinlin- Shamrock Technologies and Frank Winkelman – Pettit Paint. Continuing to serve the MNYCA as Board members are Dr. Frank Cangelosi, Thomas Penny, Michele Claeson, Kim Rafferty, Thomas Daquila, Bruce Schimmel, Howard Goldstein, Robert Whiteley, John Kehmna, Andy Romano, and Kurt Maas.

Your Officers for 2022-2023 are Chairman of the Board- Jason Anagnostis, President- Dave White, Vice President- Alicia Colacci, Secretary/ Treasurer- John Messina.

The MNYCA had a very successful Golf outing at Neshanic Valley Golf Course on September 13th. The weather cooperated and everyone had a good time knocking that tiny ball all over the golf course. For some way more times than others. The Golf tournament was followed by delicious food and beverages along with comradery that makes this a very special event.

As supply chain issues are not going away, the MNYCA hosted a fall forum with Dan Pickard, attorney with the law firm of Wiley Rein LLP, Washington, DC. He presented on the state of supply chains, both with this administration and the past administration. Dan Pickard has more than 20 years of experience representing clients in international trade and national security related matters. He represents clients in all aspects of international trade law, including trade remedy matters such as antidumping and countervailing duty investigations.

Our next event is the much-anticipated Holiday Party. It will be held Thursday, December 1st at Macaluso’s, Hawthorne, NJ. Get your reservations in as this is sure to fill up quickly. Deadline for RSVP is 11.18.22.

ECS is coming up fast and promises to be a great show. The 2023 ECS will be headlined with a keynote by Benjamin Moore’s CEO & Chairman, Dan Calkins. The event takes place on May 16- 18th at Harrah’s Atlantic City. We are looking forward to seeing everyone down the “Jersey Shore”.

The largest regional coatings show in America. Eastern Coating Show May 16 – 18, 2023, at Harrah’s Resort, Atlantic City, NJ.

Dan Calkins, Chairman and CEO of Benjamin Moore, will be the opening keynote speaker at Eastern Coatings Show 2023. “Leading a Business Through Challenging Times,” Calkins will share his experiences in managing a business through the tumultuous times of recent years and the impact such circumstances have on both the business and the people working in it every day. Calkins will share insight into how Benjamin Moore navigated unforeseen challenges and planned toward a “new normal” across business units, ultimately creating a more agile, resilient organization poised for the future. (Read more in Coatings World) (Read more in Coatings World)

This show has many additional events and improvements. For more information, Click Here

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Koppers Company / Kop-Coat, Inc. MRT/ Modern Recreational Technologies

Koppers Company was started in 1907 by Heinrich Koppers, a German Engineer, as a coke production company. Coking is the refining of coal which removes many of the impurities such as coal tar and other volatile materials like water. This coke is utilized as a fuel in the smelting of iron ore and the production of steel. The coal tar by-products of this coke production were the original coatings manufactured by Koppers Company.

In the 1940’s and 1950’s Kop-Coat expanded its chemical reach to rubber and plastic chemicals. This continued through the 1960’s and 1970’s. In 1964 Koppers Company purchased the Inertol Company of Newark, NJ. Inertol, which was started in 1921, was a manufacturer of industrial paints and coatings including asphalt and coal tar coatings as well as coatings for swimming pools and water tanks. These coatings continued to be produced out of the Inertol facility as well as several other Koppers Company facilities.

In 1972 Koppers Company purchased the Andrew Brown Company of Los Angeles, CA, which dated back to 1923. Andrew Brown Company had, at one point, six production facilities throughout the US. Since they were heavily invested in the Military and Federal Specification business, they sited many of these facilities near aircraft manufacturing sites for quicker delivery. Andrew Brown was also a manufacturer of paints and coatings for the marine industry. These were branded as Z-Spar products and included a full line of anti-fouling paints, varnishes, primers, and topside paints. Koppers Company shuttered three of the six facilities and moved substantial production to the Newark, NJ facility.

In 1985 Koppers purchased Woolsey Marine Paint of Brooklyn, NY and moved production into the Newark, NJ plant. Woolsey had been around since 1853 and had been under the same roof as Sapolin Paints in Brooklyn. Woolsey’s original plant was sited in Jersey City, NJ. They manufactured Mil Spec. and Federal Specification coatings as well as paints for the marine industry.

In 1986 Koppers Company purchased the Pettit Paint Company of Rockaway, NJ. Pettit Paint was a producer of marine coatings. At this point, Koppers Company was producing marine and industrial coatings at the three remaining Koppers Company facilities in Los Angeles, CA, Irving, TX and Newark, NJ as well as at the Pettit facility in Rockaway.

In 1988, a controlling stake in Koppers was acquired by Beazer, a British Conglomerate. At this time there were a number of management buy outs in the chemical and allied products divisions of Koppers Company. One of these was to the management team that purchased the coatings group of Koppers, consisting of the four facilities mentioned above as well as a coal tar facility in Garwood, NJ, and the Wolman wood treatment chemicals plant in St. Louis, MO. This then became known as Kop-Coat, Inc.

Kop-Coat was sold in 1989 to RPM. Soon thereafter, the Newark facility was closed, later to be a production site for other RPM Companies, Zinsser and Rustoleum.

For a time in the 1990’s Day Glo colors was a part of Kop-Coat, Inc, but now is an independent under the RPM banner.

The Pettit line of products is sold through both one and two step distribution. The largest distributor being West Marine who handles a full line of Pettit products in addition to the private label items that Kop-Coat produces for them.

The story doesn’t end there as Kop-Coat, Inc. is transitioning to a new name: MRT Products. MRT, Modern Recreational Technologies consists of the Pettit Marine Paint line, the Ramuc Pool Paint line, Tuffcoat products and Valvtect Fuel Additives. Company headquarters are now located in Hickory, NC with the paint products in the Pettit line, Ramuc line and Tuffcoat line being produced at the Newark, NJ facility.

MNYCA’s Fall Forum

US Trade and Supply Chain

MNYCA’s Fall Forum was held on October 11th via Zoom. Speaker Dan Pickard presented on the topic of U.S. Trade and Supply Chain. We had 62 people registered for this event.

Pickard presented on the state of affairs of supply chains under both the current administration and past administration. Pickard is an attorney with more than 20 years of experience representing clients in international trade and national security-related matters. He represents clients in all aspects of international trade law, including trade remedy matters such as antidumping and countervailing duty investigations.

Anyone who was unable to attend but would like to view the Fall Forum presentation, please email patty.paletto@mnyca.org for the link.

Members in the News

JNS-SmithChem Acquiries Gulf Coast Chemical

JNS-SmithChem LLC, a full-service distributor of specialty chemicals and raw materials, today announced the acquisition of Gulf Coast Chemical (GCC) based in Tampa, Florida. The acquisition will significantly strengthen the scope and sales coverage of JNS-Smithchem, bringing complementary product lines and shared resources to deepen the connection with suppliers and customers throughout the entire JNSSmithchem footprint covering 26 states, including the entire eastern US, west through the mid-Atlantic region and southern regions through Oklahoma and Texas.

The addition of GCC will build on the JNSSmithChem acquisition of CheMarCo Inc. in 2021. GCC is strong in CASE (Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants), composites, building products and a broad range of industries providing synergy to further strengthen these core markets for JNS-SmithChem. Read more....

IMCD Appoints Jean-Paul Scheepens President in the U.S.

IMCD Group has appointed Jean-Paul Scheepens President of its U.S. operations, effective November 1, 2022.

“Jean-Paul’s nearly 20 years of industry experience displays a track record of building great teams and driving profitable growth,” said Nicolas Kaufmann, Americas President, IMCD. Read more...

One of the most popular annual events for the Metro New York Coatings Association (MNYCA) is the afternoon outing at Yankee Stadium. After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MNYCA returned to the stadium on June 29, 2022. The event, held in the Audi Yankees Club section, included a buffet and a fun time at the stadium for the more than 100 industry attendees.

Aside from seeing friends, there was a game to be enjoyed, and the New York Yankees did their part to make sure the afternoon was complete, beating the Oakland A’s 5-3 behind home runs from Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.

MNYCA’s “Fall” Golf Outing

A wonderful time was had by all at MNYCA’s annual golf outing held on September 13th at Neshanic Valley Golf Course in Branchburg, NJ. Over 85 MNYCA members and guests came out to play and enjoy the day. Golfers enjoyed lunch, a round of golf, reception and dinner. Our golf Co-Chairpersons, Kurt Maas and Howard Goldstein, made some welcomed changes, which included a scramble format and high-end prizes. Golf was capped off with a cocktail hour and dinner. We want to thank everyone for participating in the 50/50, which benefits the Michael A. Granito Scholarship and College Scholarship for students of our member companies.

Congratulations to the day’s winners:

1st Place team: Ed Webb – Sun Chemical, Mike Rossomando – Pan Technology, Tom Harris – Sun Chemical Dan Crimmins - Guest

2nd Place team: Elaine Barbetta – Univar, Steve Lontchar – STI / Alvatech, Joann Foster - Univar, Steve Rosiek - Univar

Closest-to-the-Pin: Mike Schneider - Nitto

Longest Drive: Josh Fink - Barentz

Whack-the-Duck: Steve Graney – Peninsula Polymers

Putting Contest: Bob Britt

50/50 Winners: 1st Tim Kelly - Nitto,2nd Steve Zak -Selective Coatings & Inks, 3rd Tim Kelly - Nitto

Special thanks to our Sponsors who helped make this event possible and a success:

Sponsors:

Platinum Sponsor – Champion Container

Silver Sponsor – IMCD

Hole in One Sponsor – Ravago Chemicals

Lunch Sponsor – Munzing

Hot Dog Cart – POR

Beverage Cart – JNS Smithchem

Putting Green Contest – Eagle Specialty Prod.

Cart Sponsor – Barentz

Closest to the pin – Munzing

Tee Sponsors

Pan Technology, Superior Materials, Azelis, Coatings World, JNS-SmithChem, R.E. Carroll, Brenntag, E.M. Sullivan, Univar Solutions, Terra Firma, Van Horn Metz

Click Here to see full view a slideshow of the golf outing

MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

If you have any employees who are in need of new employment, we encourage them to send their resume to MNYCA.

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 is interested in any of these employment benefits above, please contact Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

Complimentary for One Company Member Representative. All additional guests - $99 per guest.

Kindly RSVP 11-18-2022

Please reach out to Patty with any questions: Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org

News 'N Views - August 2022

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

• EASTERN COATINGS SHOW

• MEMBER SPOTLIGHT - BENJAMIN MOORE

• FALL FORUM

• AFTERNOON OF BASEBALL AT YANKEE STADIUM

• GOLF OUTING

• SCHOLARSHIPS

• MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT

Dave White, MNYCA President

I am humbled and honored to serve as the MNYCA President for the 2022 - 2023 term. Many of us expected the supply chain issues to be a thing of the past by now. They appear to be sticking around but our industry is resilient and will get through this. When I look back at my President’s message from 2012, I see that the economy was not doing well then.

I look forward to working with an awesome Board of Directors. Joining the Board of Directors for the 2022 - 2023 campaign are Christine Gehres - SpecialChem, Tom Kinlin- Shamrock Technologies and Frank Winkelman – Pettit Paint. Continuing to serve the MNYCA as Board members are Dr. Frank Cangelosi, Thomas Penny, Michele Claeson, Kim Rafferty, Thomas Daquila, Bruce Schimmel, Howard Goldstein, Robert Whiteley, John Kehmna, Steve Sanchez, Andy Romano and Kurt Maas.

Your Officers for 2022 - 2023 are; Chairman of the Board - Jason Anagnostis, President - Dave White, Vice President- Alicia Colacci.

I would like to thank Bruce Schimmel for stepping in for a second time as President of the MNYCA under very trying times. As I write this, there is a great amount of turmoil in the world. However, the MNYCA has been a constant for over 136 years. The annual meeting was held on Wednesday, May 18th, at Macaluso’s in Hawthorne, NJ. Attendance was good as everyone was happy to be able to meet in person. This outdoor event was held on the new veranda. Everyone had a great time as food and drink flowed. We will be holding our Holiday Party at the same venue on December 1st. Of course, this will be an indoor party as it will be December.

We had our annual visit to Yankee Stadium on June 29th. As usual, the Bronx Bombers did not disappoint, unless you are a Mets fan that is. It was a wonderful event in the Audi club. The food and networking was outstanding. You should make plans to attend this event next year, as it is a great way to say thanks to your customers and network.

If you enjoy hitting that little white ball around the golf course, please join us for the MNYCA Golf Outing Tuesday, September 13th at Neshanic Station, NJ. We’ll be back at this spectacular venue. It is a great course with a fantastic caterer. Come challenge the golf gods and hydrophilic golf balls.

We will be holding our fall forum in October. It will feature Daniel Pickard discussing the supply chain. A very pertinent topic. Sustainability seems to be the VOCs of the 2020’s. Our industry has made great strides in this arena and will continue to push the envelope to develop new unique products that will enable us to meet the goals of sustainability.

What seemed like a long way off a couple of months ago, the Eastern Coatings Show is just around the corner. ECS will take place May 16 - 18, 2023 at Harrah’s Atlantic City. We are looking forward to seeing everyone down the “Jersey Shore”. It promises to be a “can’t miss” show.

The largest regional coatings show in America. Eastern Coatings Show May 16 – 18, 2023, at Harrah’s Resort, Atlantic City, NJ. This show is just around the corner. Start planning. This show has many additional events and improvements.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Benjamin Moore

“To inspire and transform – our homes, our communities and our lives – one brushstroke at a time.” --Benjamin Moore Vision Statement

This vision represents where Benjamin Moore comes from, what the company continues to value, and where it is headed.

In 2023, Benjamin Moore will celebrate 140 years in business. Since that time, the company has been dedicated to manufacturing the best paint, color and coatings. From a simple but effective warehouse in Brooklyn in 1883, to today’s cutting-edge R&D facility spanning 80,000 square feet in Flanders, New Jersey—complete with a five-acre test farm— Benjamin Moore’s commitment to innovation remains steadfast. The company proudly makes paint and colorants throughout manufacturing facilities nationwide, with the ability to scale on demand.

Benjamin Moore enjoys an ever-growing network of contractors, homeowners, architects and designers who are fiercely loyal to the brand. They follow the company’s color expertise and rely on its superior product performance. The Benjamin Moore commercial business is thriving because facility managers and building owners—across all industries—see how higher quality paint and coatings save them time and money.

Benjamin Moore paints and coatings are available exclusively from 7,500 locally owned paint, decorating and hardware retailers throughout the United States and Canada, as well as in 75 countries globally. The company’s unique business model empowers independent storeowners and entrepreneurs to bring a highly respected paint and coatings brand to their local communities, as well as benefit from Benjamin Moore’s expertise, leadership, and passion in support of their business.

Benjamin Moore paints outperform, in large part because the company manufactures its own resins, which are the binders that make the film and finish of a paint. Benjamin Moore also manufactures its own colorants, which are the pigments that give paint its unique color and hiding characteristics. The combination of the paint and proprietary Gennex colorants, together, creates breathtaking results that are truly unmatchable. And from a practical standpoint, Benjamin Moore paints’ unique properties yield a smooth, easy application lauded by professional painters and DIY-ers alike.

Benjamin Moore is also deeply committed to important social, environmental and economic responsibilities. Dedicated to improving lives and communities, inside and outside the company, Benjamin Moore donates paint, time and financial support to myriad charities and community organizations.

MNYCA’s FALL FORUM

October 11, 2022

with Dan Pickard speaking on US Trade and Supply Chain

Dan Pickard is an attorney with the law firm of Wiley Rein LLP in Washington, DC. He counsels U.S. and international clients on the laws and regulations governing international trade, with particular emphasis on import remedy, anti-bribery, national security, and export control issues. He is a partner in the International Trade practice as well as the Co-Chair of the National Security group at Wiley Rein. He is listed by Chambers Global as one of the “Leaders in Their Field” for his work in Trade Remedies & Trade Policy and is also listed by Chambers USA as one of “America’s Leading Lawyers for Business” in International Trade.

He represents and advises clients in matters related to trade remedy investigations (including antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard cases), U.S. economic sanctions, export controls, anti-boycott measures, and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Dan provides comprehensive international trade law compliance guidance, including assessing and resolving sensitive national security matters; developing corporate compliance programs; establishing compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and mitigating Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) issues; conducting internal investigations relating to potential violations; and appearing before the relevant agencies in connection with investigations, licensing, and enforcement actions. He also teams with the firm’s Election Law & Government Ethics Group to provide guidance pertaining to the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).

MNYCA Enjoys Afternoon of Baseball at Yankee Stadium

Paint and coatings association gets together for an afternoon of baseball and friendship.

One of the most popular annual events for the Metro New York Coatings Association (MNYCA) is the afternoon outing at Yankee Stadium. After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MNYCA returned to the stadium on June 29, 2022. The event, held in the Audi Yankees Club section, included a buffet and a fun time at the stadium for the more than 100 industry attendees.

Aside from seeing friends, there was a game to be enjoyed, and the New York Yankees did their part to make sure the afternoon was complete, beating the Oakland A’s 5-3 behind home runs from Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.

Golf Outing

Don’t Miss It!

September 13th

This year the MNYCA Annual Golf outing will be returning to Neshanic Valley Golf Course, Neshanic Station, NJ on Tuesday, September 13th.

2022 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

The MNYCA continued with the newest scholarships program for matriculating college students in addition to the traditional scholarship for graduating high school students. This year, the Board of Directors generously approved three Michael A. Granito Memorial Scholarships for high school seniors and two college scholarships. This is just another example of how the MNYCA is paying it forward to future members.

Michael A. Granito Memorial Scholarship - Anna Gehres, daughter of Christine Gehres of SpecialChem. Accepted to George Washington Univ., Elon, NYU and Fordham Univ.; Gwenyth Lowery, daughter of Patrick Lowery from Munzing. Accepted at Loyola, William & Mary and Bucknell, but ultimately chose Loyola Univ. in MD; Michael Carroll, son of Robert E. Carroll, 3rd from RE Carroll, Inc. Accepted into Penn State Univ. and Univ. of Delaware.

College / University Scholarship – Julia Bertollo Scuccuglia, daughter of Fabiana Scuccoglia, Technical service manager in the paint laboratory from Byk-Chemie. Attending University of Connecticut; Ryan Penny, son of Thomas Penny from Benjamin Moore Paints. Attending Tufts University, Medford, MA.

MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE

If you have any employees who are in need of new employment, we encourage them to send their resume to MNYCA.

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 is interested in any of these employment benefits above, please contact Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

Forum – Tuesday, October 11th . . . The topic will be on Supply Chain Challenges in 2022 and beyond.

Golf Outing - Tuesday, September 13th @ Neshanic Valley Golf Course, Neshanic Station, NJ

Holiday Party – Thursday, December 1st @ Macaluso’s, Hawthorne, NJ