Knowledge and Insights

Offering resources and insights that help clients and communities

One of the ways Mercadien accelerates client and community success is by continually enhancing and sharing knowledge.  By offering our expertise and thought leadership on key business and industry trends and issues, we’re a better resource to you. It benefits everyone to keep minds sharp and fingers on the pulse of what’s critical in today’s dynamic environment.

We’re pleased to provide articles, news, and information to help you stay up-to-date on topics affecting your organization; learn about best practices and processes in relevant fields; and simplify the business and financial complexities you may face.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mercadien is a Proud Sponsor of the Center for Nonprofits Conference! Be Sure to Stop by Our Booth!

December 3, 2025  |  The Palace at Somerset
333 Davidson Avenue, Somerset, NJ 08873

A Tax Deduction for Charitable Giving for NJ?

May 23, 2019 | By: New Jersey taxpayers may see a deduction for charitable giving for 2019 on the NJ-1040!  On March 25, 2019, the Senate voted in favor of Bill No. S2179 that would…Read More

How to Prepare Your 18-Year-Old for Financial Success

May 22, 2019 | By: Marguerite L. MountYour teenager is on the cusp of turning 18. As a parent, you want to ensure you make the correct financial decisions that set them up for a successful future.…Read More

Opportunity Zones

May 22, 2019 | By: Samuel J. KenworthyOn April 17, 2019, the Internal Revenue Service issued proposed regulations and further guidance related to Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) investments. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law…Read More

Do You Know How to Identify Elder Fraud & Financial Abuse?

May 1, 2019 | By: Jenniffer FoxThe Population Reference Bureau report, “Aging in the United States,” examines recent trends and disparities among adults ages 65 and older, and how baby boomers born between 1946 and 1964…Read More

The Bottom Line on Parking Benefits

March 6, 2019 | By: Sherise D. Ritter & Holly SaboBy now, many of our readers may have heard about what was a little-known wrinkle in the new tax law. Whether you have or haven’t, we are going to break…Read More

Creating a Positive Donor Event Experience

March 6, 2019 | By: Kyle A. NeeldIn recent years, experts have cautioned nonprofits against relying too heavily on fundraising events. As it turns out, the cost to raise a dollar through an event is much higher…Read More

Mercadien’s Ken Kamen is Featured on Reuters Business News

February 22, 2019Ken Kamen, president of Mercadien Asset Management, is a regular featured commentator on the Reuters Business and Personal Finance program hosted by Fred Katayama.  On February 22, 2019, Ken was…Read More

Going on the Offensive in Risk Management & Compliance Monitoring

January 30, 2019 | By: Raji SathappanRegulatory guidance for banks has become increasingly forceful. Recent developments are making it clear that should is to be interpreted as shall. Financial institutions are working to establish compliance frameworks…Read More

Mercadien’s Ken Kamen Featured on CNBC Worldwide Exchange

January 8, 2019Ken Kamen, president of Mercadien Asset Management, was featured on CNBC’s Worldwide Exchange TV program to discuss his insights on stock market volatility, timing buy and sell decisions, and investment…Read More

Mercadien’s Ken Kamen Hosts Financially Sound for NJ 101.5 FM Radio

December 20, 2018Ken Kamen, President of Mercadien Asset Management, the official investment advisor of NJ 101.5 FM radio, hosts Financially Sound, a series of videos in which he provides financial tips and…Read More