Network with business leaders at modc's 36th annual golf open & dinner

The Monmouth-Ocean Development Council (MODC) in Wall Township is excited to host its 36th Annual Golf Open and Dinner. The event will take place on Monday, August 19, at the Jumping Brook Country Club, located at 210 Jumping Brook Road, Neptune, New Jersey. Activities will run from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., offering ample opportunities for networking, competition, and fun.

Registration kicks off at 11:00 a.m., followed by lunch and access to the driving range from noon to 1:00 p.m. The golfing begins at 1:00 p.m. with a Shot Gun start in Scramble Format, complemented by on-course refreshments. The day will conclude with a cocktail reception and an awards dinner starting at 6:00 p.m., where participants can bid in a silent auction.

Golfers can look forward to competing for various awards, including team prizes and individual accolades for closest to the pin, longest drive, and straightest drive. Each participant will also receive a goodie bag as a token of appreciation.

Pricing for the event is set at $65.00 for dinner only and $325.00 for a single golfer. Sponsorship opportunities are available ranging from $150.00 to $3000.00, each offering a variety of amenities.

This year’s event co-chairmen are Brian Waldron from HFA and Chris Church from PCS Tech/IT Services. They will be joined by a committee of local business leaders including representatives from Ocean First Bank, Beacon Wealth Partners, CentraState Healthcare Foundation, and more.

Major sponsors for this event include New Jersey Natural Gas as the Event Sponsor and HFA as the Major Sponsor, with HBK CPAs & Consultants supporting as the Major Putting Green Sponsor.

For more information or to register, visit the MODC website at www.MODC.com and select “Upcoming Events.” Any inquiries can be directed to modcstaff@modc.com or by calling 732-751-8696. Join us for a day of golf and professional engagement at the scenic Jumping Brook Country Club!

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