Brick Memorial High School Hosts Successful Career Day with Brick Chamber of Commerce

Brick Memorial High School proudly hosted its annual Career Day today, an event that offered students a unique opportunity to explore potential career paths and engage with professionals from various industries. Sponsored by the Brick Chamber of Commerce and organized by guidance counselor Tracey Reinhard, the event was a tremendous success, with hundreds of Mustangs taking advantage of this valuable experience.

Students were given the opportunity during Blocks 1 and 2 to attend sessions led by a diverse array of speakers from fields including healthcare, business, science and technology, law enforcement, vocational trades, hospitality, and public service. The event provided real-world insights and advice, helping students consider their future beyond Brick Memorial High School.

Principal Ed Sarluca praised the event’s impact, stating, “Career Day sure is a wonderful opportunity for our students. It gives them a chance to see all the different paths they can take in life and meet people who’ve made careers in those fields. We’re grateful to the Brick Chamber of Commerce, Mrs. Reinhard, and all the speakers who helped make it happen.”

A special thank you goes to Willow Springs Rehab for sponsoring our breakfast from Sandy’s Cafe, ensuring that both speakers and students started the day energized and ready to learn.

A big thank you to the ROTC students for their support during our event. Their help in distributing water to our speakers and assisting wherever needed was greatly appreciated. We are grateful for their dedication and hard work in making the event run smoothly.

We sincerely thank the Student Government Association and the National Honor Society for their invaluable support during our event. Their dedication, organization, and willingness to assist in any way helped ensure everything ran smoothly. We appreciate their commitment to our school and community!

Brick Memorial High School extends its gratitude to all speakers for dedicating their time and expertise to inspire the next generation. Events like Career Day empower students with knowledge and confidence as they prepare for their futures.

Career Day 2025 Speakers and Their Fields:

Health / Medical (Gold Cafe)

• Nicole Davis – Massage School (Body in Mind)
• Denise Johnson, RN – HMH Ocean Medical Center
• Andrea Gavin – Marquis- Willow Springs Rehab
• Becca Heider – Speech-Language (Professional Therapy Associates)
• Sarah Meyer – BCBA (Professional Therapy Associates)
• Gabby Ferrara – Occupational Therapy (Professional Therapy Associates)
• Dr. Adam Christman – Veterinarian
• Kristine Field – RWJ
• Joan Graziano – Visiting Angels

Business (Green Cafe)

• Jared Hewitt – Sales (Blue Claws)
• Allan Wagner – MT Bank
• Gloria DeFalco – Northeast Signs and Lighting
• Lisa Mazzuca – On Your Mark Designs
• Richard Jones, Jessica McDonaugh – Shore Business Solutions
• Jack Bisaha – Shore District Advertising
• Sam Underwood – Marketing (Spitball)
• Patricia Paladino – VP Sales (Trading Technologies)
• Jennifer Ravali – Chief Marketing Officer (Wedgewood Pharmacy)

Science/Technology (Room 118)

• Michael Castania, Janis Blackburn, Kurt Stofko – Civil Air Patrol
• Lisa Kennedy – Gemological Institute of America
• Rob Zelnock – NJ Office of IT
• Brianna Page – System Engineer
• Domenick Carino – Apple
• Christy Mazzarisi – Life Science Consultant
• Kim Seritella – Medical Lab Tech (HMH – Jersey Shore)
• Rebecca Sherwood – Army National Guard

Social/Public Service (Room 119 – Lecture Hall)

• Mayor Lisa Crate – Brick Mayor
• Evan Root, Sade Puik, Kaitlyn Inderwies – Brick Library
• Anthony Botts – Brick EMS
• John Ward – Brick Utilities
• Krystina Monetti – Bright Harbor Healthcare
• Kevin Gollihue – Pastor (Living Faith Bible Church)
• Marissa Lierni, Dr. Clarissa Attara, Ally Afanador – NJ Prevention Network
• Savannah Steinhauer – NYC Emergency Management

Law/Law Enforcement (Auditorium)

• Terence Berkeley – Brick PD
• Rachel Marino – NJ State Police
• Jonathan Petro – Attorney
• Annemarie Schreiber – Certified Elder Attorney
• Edward Murachanian – Attorney
• Mary Amato – NJ Department of Corrections

Vocational/Real Estate (Library)

• Ed Defelice – Defelice Auto
• Sydney Nebus – First Sketch Art, LLC
• Jt Hazelet – Hazelet Realty Group
• Noella Romera – McGeehan Realty Group, LLC
• Ed Brett – Photographer
• Matthew Victoria – Primary Residential Mortgage
• Annmarie Scottson – The Real Brokerage
• Springteshya Beinaisz – Weiss Title Group
• Rocco Lepore, Rob Niemczure – EAS Carpenters
• Noelle Carino – William Water House Agency
• Richard Loeb – Local 1 Elevator Constructor

Hospitality (Gym)

• Audrey Wary, Cara Reipi – Bonefish Grill
• Dara Castiglione – Wedding Planner (Castiglione Events)
• DaQuan Washington – Evermark Hospitality Group
• Orlando Ruiz – Marine Corps
• Chris Nolan – O’Brien Funeral Home
• Ken McCrea – Sandy’s Cafe
• Jessica Alongi, Ariana Yutuc – Lucky’s Leo Sweet Shop