Meet Our Merchants

Crafting Legacy, Connection, and Jewels: The Story of Gelber and Mundy
From Manhattan to Great Neck: Two Brothers’ Journey of Heritage In 1954, the seeds of elegance and style were sown as Hy Zuckerman, alongside partners Ben Gelber and Irv Mondshein, established a jewelry company that would stand the test of time. The tale of Gelber and...

A Labor of Love in Great Neck: The Story of Spock and Elvis
Meet Norio, a Pioneer of Passion and Change Spock & Elvis was born out of a desire for change and adventure. Norio Brian Okui and his spouse emerged as devoted artists, harnessing their degrees in graphics and design. Amid these pursuits in college, the couple...

Empowering Community Through Entrepreneurship: The Story of Buzz Copies
Meet Tushar Vaidya, the Owner of Buzz Copies Tushar Vaidya’s journey from a world of retail in Bombay to the realm of entrepreneurship in New York has been nothing short of transformative. Moving to the United States in 1989, Tushar chose to settle in Little Neck,...

Serving Sweet Success Through Chocolate and Community: The Story of Kron Chocolatier
Continuing an Old Town’s Tradition Nestled within the heart of Great Neck, a treasure trove of delectable confections has been bringing joy to locals for generations. Originating as part of a franchise in the mid-1980s that eventually dissolved, this cherished...

A Heartwarming Hub of Nourishment and Community: The Story of Great Neck Diner
The Continuation of a Nurturing Tradition In the heart of Great Neck Plaza, the Great Neck Diner stands as a torchbearer of heritage. Replacing the 60-year-old Fredericks, Michael Wach and his partners embarked on a culinary journey. Their mission was simple: craft a...

Harmonizing Passion and Community: The Story of Katya’s Dance Studio
Katya Surrence’s Lifelong Love of Dance From the tender age of 3, Katya Surrence’s heart beat to the rhythm of dance. “All I remember from that age is that I was begging for ballet lessons,” Katya reminisces. Her plea eventually became the foundation of her life’s...