NEWARK, N.J. - eTradeWire -- Anna D. Banks, Founder and Managing Director of Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc., and Monique M. Lewis, President of MML Consulting Group, LLC®, attended Leadership Newark's Board Match & Connect Dinner Night at Fernandes Steakhouse II in Newark.

Banks and Lewis both serve as officers and board members of the East Orange Chamber of Commerce. Their participation reflected a shared commitment to expanding service, strengthening civic engagement, and supporting nonprofit organizations throughout Essex County.

Hosted by Leadership Newark, the event connected nonprofit organizations seeking board members with business owners, professionals, and community leaders interested in meaningful board service. Attendees met nonprofit representatives, learned about organizational missions, and explored ways to contribute leadership, strategy, professional experience, and community insight.

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Organizations represented included Keys 2 Success, New Community Corporation, Unified Vailsburg Service Organization, Leaders of the 21st Century, Newark Emergency Services for Families, Program for Parents, New Jersey Historical Society, Brothers Build A Better Nation, and others.

The evening served as a bridge between mission-driven organizations and leaders ready to help fill board vacancies and strengthen community impact.

About Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc.

Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. prepares people and organizations for the future of work through AI literacy, workforce readiness, leadership development, and executive coaching. Founded by Anna D. Banks, Thrive partners with businesses, workforce organizations, public agencies, educators, and community leaders to turn change into practical action and measurable growth. Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. is MWBE/SBE NJ Certified.

About MML Consulting Group, LLC®

MML Consulting Group, LLC® is an IT and Supply Chain Management firm led by Monique M. Lewis. The firm supports organizations with workflow design, enterprise system implementation, strategic planning, warehouse management, inventory control, supply chain management, SOP/SOG development, and process improvement. MML Consulting Group, LLC® is MWBE/SBE, DBE, Port Authority NJ/NY Certified, SAM registered, and DOT certified.

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About the East Orange Chamber of Commerce

The East Orange Chamber of Commerce is a business advocacy organization dedicated to supporting economic growth, entrepreneurship, and community development in East Orange, New Jersey. The Chamber connects business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, and community stakeholders through networking, education, advocacy, and strategic partnerships that strengthen the local economy and enhance quality of life.

Website: https://www.eastorangechamber.org/