BUSINESS BRIEFS

BMW of North America announced that Circle BMW of Eatontown received a 2014 Center of Excellence award based on its 2013 performance. This is the dealership’s third award.

The award is given to top-performing BMW dealerships that distinguish themselves through exceptional performance, consistent brand representation and a dedication to providing an outstanding customer experience.

Thirty-two of the 339 BMW dealers nationwide were recognized. For more information, visit www.bmwgroupna.com.

Maser Consulting P.A. has announced that the engineering firm’s CEO and President Richard M. Maser was honored by the American Red Cross Jersey Coast Chapter as the 2014 Clara Barton Corporate Humanitarian.

This recognition celebrates an individual who dedicates their time and energy to recognizing the humanity of their neighbors through philanthropic and community involvement.

The award was accepted by Maser during the 31st annual Red Cross Gala at the Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale.

For more information, visit www.maserconsulting.com.

Morgan Stanley has announced that Ronnie Guidone, a certified financial planner and financial advisor at the firm’s Shrewsbury office, was named to the Pacesetter’s Club, a global recognition program for financial advisors who, within their first five years, demonstrate the highest professional standards and first-class client service.

Guidone is an Eatontown resident and holds a bachelor’s degree from Monmouth University, where he majored in finance and information technology.

For more information, visit www.morganstanley.com.

Morgan Stanley has announced that financial advisor Timothy Butler was named to the firm’s Pacesetter’s Club, a global recognition program for financial advisors who, within their first five years, demonstrate the highest professional standards and first-class client service.

Butler, a Hazlet resident, is with the firm’s Shrewsbury office, where he is also a portfolio management associate and chartered market technician. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University with a major in economics.

For more information, visit www.morganstanley.com.

Continuing Care at Seabrook received a five-star rating from U.S. News & World Report for 2014 and was voted a Best Nursing Home in the United States by the publication.

Continuing Care at Seabrook, one of 17 continuing-care retirement communities managed by Erickson Living, is located at 3000 Essex Road, Tinton Falls. The campus offers long-term care, short-term rehabilitation and assisted-living care. There are 95 assisted-living beds and more than 86 skilled nursing beds at the community.

For more information, visit www.ericksonliving.com.

The Atrium at Navesink Harbor in Red Bank, a full-service senior living community, announced that it earned the highest vote of confidence from CARF-CCAC, an independent national accrediting organization.

The CARF-CCAC seal of approval assures consumers that a community has met or exceeded the highest quality standards of excellence in three critical areas: resident life, health and wellness; financial resources and disclosure; and governance and administration. For more information about the accreditation process, visit www.carf.org.

For more information about the Atrium at Navesink Harbor, visit www.atriumatnavesink.org.

The Zager Fuchs P.C. law firm has announced that Joseph G. Hughes of West Long Branch was recently named a full partner at the firm’s office at 238 Broad St., Red Bank.

Hughes’ areas of practice include personal injury, worker’s compensation and disability, municipal court defense, wills and estates, appellate advocacy, general litigation and business formations, real-estate closings and contract review.

For more information, contact Hughes at jhughes@zagerfuchs.com.

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar locations in New Jersey will celebrate Easter Sunday by inviting families to their local Applebee’s for a holiday special. Families who dine in at Applebee’s on April 20 will receive up to two free kids’ meals with each adult entrée purchased. The free meal is valid for children age 12 and under. Each kids’ meal includes a choice of side dish and soft drink or juice.

Doc Shoppe has announced that it will be relocating from Fair Haven to 43 Broad St. in Red Bank.

For more information, visit www.docshoppe.com.