The New Jersey Technology Council has been a wonderful resource for Amper, Politziner & Mattia. Our firm has long been a strong supporter of the NJTC and of the state's technology industry. It's why we signed on at the very beginning as a sponsor of the Electronics Industry Track (now the Electronics, Components and Advanced Materials Technology Track). And it's why I have strengthened my commitment by joining the Council's Board of Trustees.

The NJTC has provided our firm and, particularly, our Technology Industry Group, with many valuable networking opportunities and helps us to keep our finger on the pulse of technology. Our niche group, which was formed specifically to meet the specialized needs of growing technology companies in the state, has provided services to a number of the Council's member companies, using its expertise and knowledge to help these companies thrive. This group has assisted technology companies with due diligence, valuations and with obtaining financing. It has also helped them to develop the business plans and growth strategies they need to evolve and succeed. The Technology Industry Group has also worked with companies to interpret the intricacies of the federal and state tax regulations to their best advantage and to maximize every tax saving opportunity.

Our commitment to technology was expanded recently with the formation of our Technology Advisory Service, which helps companies identify opportunities and manage the risks associated with the use of computer technology. This innovative division helps clients develop and implement e-commerce and Internet business strategies, establish preventive controls and procedures and develop and test disaster response plans. It also assists companies with EDP audits, risk management, co-branded technology and operations sourcing.

Personally, I find the NJTC to be a valuable place to find up-to-the-minute information on how technology is changing the face of various industry sectors in New Jersey. Although we sponsor the electronics industry Track, we have a large client base in the Healthcare industry. The various industry tracks help me to stay on the top of the latest news in these industries.

I believe New Jersey can claim a multitude of advantages for technology companies considering making the state their home base. It has a deep pool of skilled workers and a spirit of collaboration among the companies that fosters innovation and growth. The NJTC has been instrumental in developing and providing a structured forum where these opportunities for interaction can flourish.

Amper, Politziner & Mattia is a New Jersey-based firm of certified public accountants and consultants. Founded in 1965, we have grown to become the 33rd largest firm in the United States. We stress a business consulting approach to client service, and we work with our clients on all the issues affecting their business in order to help them succeed... not just tax and accounting.