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Elie Y Katz shared thisNot every story needs to be complicated to matter. A newspaper, a character named Paco, a simple idea, and somehow it turned into a moment people actually looked forward to being part of. That’s the kind of engagement you can’t really force… it just happens when you hit the right note. Big thanks to El Especialito Hispanic Newspaper for leaning into the idea with us, and congratulations to the winner.
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Elie Y Katz shared thisWe came for a meeting… stayed for the food… and left with stronger partnerships. 😄 Somewhere between the conversations and the plates, we got to recognize one of those partnerships the right way, with an NRS Partner Recognition Award. Well deserved, and a small reflection of a big impact. We love our Partners💜 #NRS #Partnerships #BusinessRelationships #Teamwork #DistributorNetwork
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Elie Y Katz shared thisOne year ago, the NRS GT Antigua office was just an idea. Today… it looks like this. A full team. A packed courtyard. A purple mascot that always makes it into the celebration. Happy 1 year to the NRS GT Antigua team. This is just the beginning.💜🙌 #NRS #TeamPurple #NRSAntigua #Anniversary #NRSFamily #PacoPuma
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Elie Y Katz reposted thisElie Y Katz reposted this34,000+ locations. Let that sink in. Big names get the spotlight… but NRS is everywhere. More locations than the giants—combined. #NRS #RetailPower #StrengthInNumbers #Underrated
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Elie Y Katz shared thisWe started NRS to help the independent convenience, liquor and tobacco shops, and all the small mom and pops with technology not only to level the playing field but thrive. Our POS has accomplished that goal over 39,000 units nationwide- and I love that we now promote these businesses online in our "Bodega Chat" series as well as promote great talented people.Elie Y Katz shared thisNRS' Bodega chat at Sol Deli in Newark, NJ with @jessknowsthedeal 🥪 Always fun exploring new businesses and seeing the work that goes into great content. Keep posting, keep creating—there’s inspiration in every entrepreneur. #BodegaLife #ContentCreation #EntrepreneurLife #NRS #SupportSmallBusiness
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Elie Y Katz shared thisIf you’re wondering how #NRS opens a new office… the answer is: very purple. 💜🎉 Ribbon cut. Confetti flying. Team packed wall to wall. Sooo proud to celebrate the opening of our new NRS office in Guatemala. A major milestone for Team Purple and another big step in the incredible growth of this company. Some great snaps here📸 #NRS #TeamPurple #Guatemala #Growth #Expansion #NRSFamily
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Elie Y Katz shared thisEvery great tech team deserves a visit from a legend. The #NRS Antigua Tech Team got to spend time with Jerry… and because this is NRS, Paco obviously made sure he was part of the meeting too. 💜😄 A lot of amazing work happens behind the scenes before a product ever reaches a customer, and this team is a huge part of that story. Smart people, big energy, and just the right amount of purple chaos. #TeamPurple #NRSAntigua #PacoPuma
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Elie Y Katz shared thisCalifornia sun, strong coffee, and smart conversations. That’s a pretty good formula for a partnership meeting. ☀️ Great spending time with the Mercaso team. Looking forward to what we build together. #NRS #California #Mercaso
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Elie Y Katz shared thisAt NRS, we always say our employees “bleed purple.” 💜 Usually, that’s just a way of talking about pride and passion. But in this case… it looks like Team Purple may have taken that a little too literally. 😄 Truth is, our employees really are the lifeblood of #NRS, and every now and then someone shows their true colors a little more visibly than the rest. NRS 💜 Our Employees. #NRS #TeamPurple #EmployeeAppreciation #WorkplaceCulture #NRSFamily
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Elie Y Katz liked thisElie Y Katz liked thisCorey Kops and I attended the GAMA Convenience Retailers Expo 2026 this week. Great event bringing together operators, distributors, and vendors across the convenience and fuel space. Had some amazing Texas BBQ with one of our valued National Retail Solutions (NRS Plus) and Petro distributor, always the best conversations happen off the floor. Shows like this are a great reminder of how strong the independent c-store network really is. Sell NRS #foodie #gasstations #fuel #cstores
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Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps
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• Responded to medical emergencies in Teaneck and surrounding towns
• Worked with Probie Training, Radios, Rig maintenentce
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HELPING HANDS FOOD PANTRY OF TEANECK A NJ NONPROFIT CORPORATION
- Present 18 years 5 months
Poverty Alleviation
The Helping Hands Food Pantry, located in Teaneck, NJ, helps feed over 100 families a week. Helping Hands Food Pantry is a partnership between Elie Y. Katz former Mayor of Teaneck, current Councilmember and local businessman and Daniel Meys, Senior Pastor of Teaneck Assembly of God.
Helping Hands food pantry is strictly run through donations and products are provided upon availability.
Mr. Katz and Rev. Meys established this pantry in light of the current economic crises that is hitting…The Helping Hands Food Pantry, located in Teaneck, NJ, helps feed over 100 families a week. Helping Hands Food Pantry is a partnership between Elie Y. Katz former Mayor of Teaneck, current Councilmember and local businessman and Daniel Meys, Senior Pastor of Teaneck Assembly of God.
Helping Hands food pantry is strictly run through donations and products are provided upon availability.
Mr. Katz and Rev. Meys established this pantry in light of the current economic crises that is hitting all segments of local society. This partnership is committed to helping Teaneck residents who are in need of assistance by providing a weekly, non perishable pantry to help supplement the cost of food.
The food supplies and operation of this pantry is staffed by volunteers.
Visit our website:
http://www.teaneckpantry.com/
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