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**Union County Board Announces Networking Breakfast Featuring Kim Baker**

The Union County Board of County Commissioners is hosting the "Union County Means Business – Brand Builders Networking Breakfast" on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. This event, held at the Donald R. Conklin Center in the Kean University STEM Building in Union, NJ, will run from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Attendees are invited to enjoy a complimentary breakfast while gaining insights on successful brand building from keynote speaker Kim Baker. Baker, CEO of GLAMAZON and a renowned figure in the beauty industry, will share her expertise on mastering the art of impactful branding.

Kim Baker's credentials include a career as a former Wilhelmina model and a commercial makeup artist who has worked with celebrities such as Tiffany Haddish, Tom Cruise, Toni Braxton, and John Legend. Her collaborations with beauty industry icons like Kevyn Aucoin and Bobbi Brown helped shape her career. Baker is now recognized for her cosmetics brand, featured on HSN and Amazon.

During the event, Baker will provide strategies for creating a standout brand identity, succeeding in a competitive market, and adapting to shifts in the beauty industry. The event will also include exclusive raffles, giveaways, and opportunities to connect with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and creatives.

The cost for registration is $15, and those interested can secure a spot at [ucnj.org/ucmb](http://ucnj.org/ucmb). For additional information, attendees can contact Jeff Brooks at jeffrey.brooks@ucnj.org.

Don’t miss this chance to network and gain valuable branding insights on March 25, 2025, at Kean University.

Source: County of Union

Source Type: Gov

Source Location:

Linden, NJ

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