Satori Academy of NJ Awarded Outstanding Business by Edison Chamber of Commerce

of NJ, a premier martial arts organization, was awarded Outstanding Business at the 13th Annual Awards Dinner hosted by the Edison Chamber of Commerce.  The awards dinner took place at the Pines Manor in Edison.

The Edison Annual Awards Dinner seeks to publicly recognize and honor local businesses that contribute to the economic vitality and overall quality of life of the township by demonstrating responsible business leadership and harmony within the community.

Nancy Walzog, owner of Satori Academy, was on hand to receive this prestigious honor.  In addition to thanking Mayor Antonia Ricigliano and the Edison Chamber, Walzog graciously acknowledged her staff and students. 

“…It is the instructors, students and families of Satori, represented by my colleagues here with me tonight, who should take most of the credit.  Every day, we are greeted by the warm friendly smiles and enthusiasm of our students, ranging in age from 3 to 63. Their exceptional attitude and dedication remind us every day of our mission, the meaning of Satori-- Being in the moment, at your best. Our students deserve nothing less.”

In these recent difficult economic times, Walzog managed to grow her business exponentially, with little to no paid advertising.  Walzog’s approach is to rely on community outreach and word-of-mouth-referrals from her current clients.  Satori is well known for actively fundraising on behalf of Edison’s PTOs and Girl and Cub Scout Organizations, engaging students to support the Mayor’s Green Challenge and cleaning up local parks and contributing to local nonprofit organizations. 

Walzog’s latest outreach effort is a household items drive to benefit Amandla Crossing, an organization that assists local homeless families get back on their feet. 

“The drive ends with our Summer Open Houses in Milltown on June 16 from 1-3pm and in Edison on June 23 from 1 to 3 p.m..  Our incredibly generous families have already donated so many items.”  Walzog quickly adds, “If you’d like to make a contribution, it’s not too late!  Donations may be dropped off at our Milltown Academy located in the Ryders Crossing Shopping Center 388 Ryders Lane or at the Edison Academy  in the Tano Mall at 1199 Amboy Avenue in Edison between now and June 23.

For more information on Satori Academy of NJ, please visit www.satoriacademynj.com or call (732) 494-2195.