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Although primarily residential in nature, the balance between good living and good business is well met in the North Essex area. Access to major highways, commercial corridors, airports and seaports is readily available. The most important factor, however, is the pool of highly skilled and motivated employees who infuse their work with obvious pride.

A number of large companies have chosen to make the North Essex area their headquarters. The Annin Flag Company, “Flagmakers to the World,” has been at home in Verona since 1918. Such companies as ADP (Automatic Data Processing) and Prudential Insurance have expansive facilities in the executive office parks in Roseland. International firms, such as Ricoh Corporation, Kyocera-Mita Corporation, and Toyota Motor Distributors also help to provide a solid economic base to the local communities as well as excellent employment opportunities. Some of New Jersey’s prime legal, accounting and contracting firms are located in professional business parks in the North Essex area, as well as a variety of small to mid-size companies also help bring prosperity and jobs to the North Essex area.

A myriad of small shops, grocery and specialty stores and professional services also add to the quality of life, supplying residents with necessities, amenities and opportunities right in their own neighborhoods. More and more entrepreneurs are taking advantage of the relatively affluent population to open specialty shops, cafes and restaurants.

That special gift can be found at many shops. Residents and visitors alike enjoy dining experiences and tasty treats at area restaurants and stores. In addition to industrial and retail sectors, service businesses such as banks, real estate offices, insurance, financial planning and telecommunications stores are providing essential services. All of Essex County, which includes the city of Newark, is part of a large commercial and economic network, with nearly 20,000 businesses and employment for upwards of 100,000 people. Cooperative efforts between federal, state and local development agencies and private industry mean that businesses interested in relocating to Essex County can tap into one of the most sophisticated networks on the East Coast.