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    Meeting Packages

    Iacc-Certified Conference Center Meeting Packages The Heldrich is New Brunswick's top destination for important local meetings and special events. Our Meeting Packages offer a simplified method of pricing that combines all the elements of your meeting into one all-inclusive, and easy to understand price.

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    Meeting Venues

    The Heldrich Hotel offers 25,000 square feet of meticulously designed meeting space, crafted to inspire productivity and collaboration. Each venue features ergonomic furnishings and cutting-edge technology, ensuring a comfortable and efficient environment for any event.

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    Business Travel

    Known as “Hub City” or “Healthcare City” in some circles of the business world, New Brunswick, New Jersey is home to many leading companies in the world of medicine, pharmaceuticals, and business, as well as two major hospitals, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Saint Peter’s University Hospital.

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    Team Building

    The Heldrich is truly a place to connect, share experiences & create new memories.
    Team Building events are a great way to strengthen workplace camaraderie, improve communication, enhance leadership skills and find ways to have fun as a team.

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    Meet Our Team

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    Jennifer McDonough
    Sales Manager

    Jennifer brings a wealth of hospitality expertise with thirty years in the industry, calling the Heldrich home for five years. She has a genuine passion for creating memorable experiences, with a strong background in event planning and guest relations, she is dedicated to building meaningful client partnerships and delivering seamless, thoughtfully curated events. Jennifer values clear communication, organization, and personalized service, ensuring every detail reflects her client’s vision. Her approachable style and commitment to excellence make her a trusted resource throughout the planning process, helping each event come together with confidence and care.

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    Nicole Aiello
    Dir. Sales & Marketing

    With fourteen years at The Heldrich and over twenty years of hospitality experience, Nicole is driven by a commitment to precision and polished execution. She is passionate about ensuring every element of an event is carefully planned and flawlessly delivered. A natural problem solver with a “the show must go on” mindset, Nicole navigates any unexpected challenges seamlessly, so clients experience only confidence and ease. Outside of the hotel, she is a devoted mother to two beautiful children who are often featured in the hotel’s advertising, reflecting the authentic warmth and family spirit she brings to her work each day.

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    Kristen de la Rosa
    Sales Manager

    With four years at The Heldrich and more than eight years of combined experience in event planning and customer service, Kristen thrives in fast-paced environments. She genuinely enjoys the “hair on fire” phone calls, because for her, every challenge is simply an opportunity to say, “I can help.” Known for anticipating client needs, Kristen brings proactive energy and thoughtful attention to every event. Outside of work, she’s an avid world traveler, makes candles from scratch at home, and serves on the Emerging Leaders Committee at the Middlesex County Chamber. A lifelong competitive cheerleader, she brings that same team spirit and drive to every celebration she plans.

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    Tiffany Canica
    Group Sales Coordinator

    Tiffany has been part of The Heldrich team for over two years, bringing more than a decade of focused catering and event planning experience to every client she serves. She is passionate about transforming ideas into fully realized events, finding excitement in the journey from concept to exicution. Known for her calm demeanor under pressure, Tiffany guides clients confidently through each step of the planning process, ensuring they feel supported from start to finish. When she’s not creating memorable events, she enjoys traveling, cheering on her favorite sports teams, and spending time with her mini Goldendoodle, Ash.