Our staff manages the day-to-day work of P.A.R.T.N.E.R., coordinating programs, partnerships, and resources that serve residents across the Gateway Neighborhood. Working closely with the Board and community partners, the team ensures services are delivered effectively, responsibly, and in alignment with our mission.
Staff
Executive Leadership
- Douglas G. Dzema, P.H.M. – Executive Director
Administration
- Rosemarie McKeon – Executive Assistant / Board Secretary
- Brian Furlong – Chief Financial Officer
Program Leadership
- Eugenia E. Hill – Homeownership & Social Services Program Manager
- Victor Tavarez – Program Director, Gateway Neighborhood Collaborative
Questions? Email info@partnernj.org.
Our board represents a cross-section of our community and has a passion for our organization and those we serve. The members work hard to ensure long-term sustainability of the organization and oversee that the funds raised directly affect those in need.
Board of Commissioners
- Edna Dorothy Carty-Daniel – Chairperson
- Gregory Pabon – Vice-Chairman
- Miguel A. Arocho – Commissioner
- David Benyola – Commissioner
- Wilfredo Soto – Commissioner
- Diane Crawford – Commissioner
- Fernando A. Gonzalez – Commissioner
Legal Counsel: Edward Testino
Board materials, including meeting schedules and minutes, are posted for public access. For questions, email info@partnernj.org.
2026 Board of Commissioners Meeting Schedule
In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, the following are the scheduled meeting dates of the Board of Commissioners. Meetings are held via Zoom and teleconference unless otherwise noted.
- January 14, 2026
- February 11, 2026
- March 11, 2026
- April 8, 2026
- May 20, 2026 (Annual Reorganization Meeting, 5:00 PM)
- June 10, 2026
- July 8, 2026
- August 12, 2026
- September 9, 2026
- October 14, 2026
- November 18, 2026
- December 15, 2026 (Tuesday, 5:00 PM)
Approved Minutes
Select a meeting below to view the agenda and approved minutes.
If you need help locating a document, contact info@partnernj.org.
Our impact this year has changed our community!
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Contributed in scholarships to public housing & section 8 participants.
$169,000+
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Annually contributes to fund self-sufficiency, housing counseling, and financial literacy education.
$40,000
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In escrow funds. In 2022, we had 83 FSS program participants and graduated 7.
$89,785.36
