BIOS

Niki Trunk's Biography

Niki, Mike, and Pugsy at the PAWS (Philadelphia Animal
Welfare Society) Fundraiser in 2007

Niki, 33, resides in Mullica Hill with her husband, Michael. A South Jersey resident since she was 16, Niki received a Bachelors degree from Trenton State College (now The College of New Jersey) in 1996 and a law degree and an MBA from Temple University in 2000. In addition to zealously representing individuals, families, and organizations as an attorney in South Jersey, Niki’s volunteer work exemplifies her dedication and passion to our community.

Niki proudly serves as the co-chair of the Mullica Hill Relay for Life, where money raised goes directly to local families struggling with cancer. She has been an active member of the Harrison Township Planning Board since 2006, and serves on the Board of the Harrison Township Beautification Committee – an organization dedicated to helping Main Street reach its full potential. Niki is also actively involved in the Gloucester County Bar association, and is a member of its Board of Trustees. Niki was also recently appointed by the New Jersey Supreme Court to serve as a committee member to the Office of Attorney Ethics for Gloucester and Camden counties. As a result of this high professional honor, Niki's responsibilities include overseeing the ethical conduct of other attorneys practicing in South Jersey.

Because the term of the only female currently on Township Committee ends in December, Niki presents the only opportunity to maintain a female perspective on Township Committee. Harrison Township is approximately 50% female, and Niki and Lou feel it is important to have Township Committee be representative of the makeup of our township.

Understanding how well people with genuine interests at heart can work together to create something truly great, and how sometimes, unfortunately, decisions can be made in local government that are politically motivated, Niki has dedicated herself to ensuring that Township Committee make decisions that are best for our residents, not for any political aspirations.

Niki looks forward to serving Harrison Township residents as a member of the Harrison Township Committee with the same passion, energy, and enthusiasm she has shown though the Relay for Life, the Beautification Committee, and the Planning Board. On November 6th, come out and vote for Niki Trunk for Harrison Township Committee

 

Lou Manzo's Biography

Lou, Joie, Talia, Alexis, and Marissa at the Grand Canyon, 2006

Lou, 48, and his wife, Joanna, have lived in Harrison Township with their three daughters – Talia (21), Alexis (14) and Marissa (11) – since 1999. Like so many families, Lou and Joanna moved to Harrison Township because of the great quality of life and the strong school system. Talia graduated from Clearview and now is attending Seton Hall University. Alexis is a 9th grader at Clearview and Marissa is a 6th grader at PVS.

Lou was raised in Collingswood, NJ and attended Rutgers University, majoring in Psychology, before spending seven years in the Casino Gaming industry in Atlantic City. A transition to the financial services industry in 1991 has lead to a career suited to Lou’s strengths: Connecting well with people and turning intentions into action. In 2005 he earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation, which is considered the most prestigious accreditation in the industry. Lou uses this training and his ability to communicate effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds to make a profound difference in his client’s lives.

Like Niki, Lou believed in becoming part of the community through involvement. His focus has been youth sports, where he has coached basketball and/or soccer since 2001. He expanded his role by joining the Harrison Soccer Board in 2004, where he was elected an Officer in January 2007. Lou’s experience as a Board Member is the foundation for Lou and Niki’s Harrison Township Youth Sports Initiative, which includes ongoing communication with the leadership of these organizations to ensure our children have the recreational space they need and deserve.

Lou looks forward to serving all the citizens of Harrison Township with the same enthusiasm he has dedicated to youth sports. On November 6th, come out and vote for Lou Manzo for Harrison Township Committee.