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A Regional Builder With Local Values
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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by phone, email, or simply visit our office.
Salvatore F. Cannizzaro began his career in the printing industry. At the age of 24, after working for several printing companies, Sal started his own printing business, Innovative Folding Carton Co., which is still operating today as WestRock.
After years of sustained growth and several relocations, Innovative purchased a building in South Plainfield, NJ. Sal managed the complete renovation and subsequent 35,000 sq. ft. expansion of this building, ultimately creating a showcase 100,000 square foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Innovative Folding Carton Co. grew to be a very profitable, highly respected printer that employed 270 people. In 1998, Sal sold the company to a venture capital firm.
In 1998, Sal founded SFC Enterprises, Inc., a real-estate development company, and holds the title of President and Founder of the company. He is responsible for overall management and development, as well as setting the company's entrepreneurial vision and strategic direction.
Over the years, Sal made timely investments throughout the region and managed the development of these properties. He also managed the construction of his own substantial personal residence in exclusive Monmouth County, NJ. From residential developments on the Jersey shore to commercial properties in the Bronx, Staten Island and New York City, Sal continues to grow the business while bringing value to local communities. Sal’s devotion to the community and to his businesses make him an ideal leader and entrepreneur in today’s emerging business world.
In 2012 Sal created the Urgent Care concept with Primary Care in the same location. Now having a group of urgent care centers known as Immediate Care Medical Walk-in, which he holds the title as Chief Executive Officer since 2012. Sal founded and developed Immediate Care Medical Walk-In Center, with seven locations in NJ. Immediate Care is an urgent care walk-in clinic that provides care for non-life-threatening illnesses.
In March of 2022, Immediate Care was purchased by one of New Jersey’s largest healthcare networks, Atlantic Health System. With the broad reach of Atlantic Health System’s electronic medical records (Epic), each of the seven locations connect with the hospital system’s more than 400 sites of care.
The newly formed partnership with Atlantic Health System allows for Immediate Care to continue its mission of growth throughout the state of New Jersey, allowing patients more access to both convenient and quality healthcare. Sal is inspired by the opportunity this collaboration creates to improve continuity of care throughout the communities Immediate Care serves and beyond. Immediate Care is proud to be joining the family at Atlantic Health System.
Sal remains the active CEO of Immediate Care Medical Walk-In and continues to partner with Atlantic Health System focusing on the strategic growth and expansion of the company.
Sal Cannizzaro also prides himself on the success of his Real Estate Holdings Company, SFC Enterprises, managed by his son Frank Cannizzaro, Vice President of Construction. SFC specializes in medical, urgent care, physician’s offices and hospitals, with extensive experience in large commercial projects in New York and New Jersey. What makes SFC so unique is their emphasis on partnering with communities, business professionals and individuals to develop, build and bring to market properties of distinction that will endure for generations to come. Sal and Frank continue to grow the construction wing of the Real Estate Division, while managing multiple projects for their clients.
Frank Cannizzaro joined SFC Enterprises, Inc. in 2005 and currently serves as their Executive Vice President. Frank oversees all construction and real estate development projects within the company.
Frank started working in construction as a teenager remodeling homes and from that experience decided he wanted to make a career of it. With that, he proceeded to attend Pratt Institute to develop his knowledge and career within the industry. Following attending Pratt Institute Frank shifted his career into commercial construction and development.
After years of on field experience and managing projects, Frank stepped up to a higher role at SFC to his current role as EVP. He takes a hands-on approach with every project and remains intertwined with the daily performance of each individual project. Frank’s role within SFC provides leadership, vision, and direction for multiple aspects of construction, including Project Management, Contracts, Field Operations, Equipment, Environmental Compliance and Safety.
Additionally, Frank is responsible for ensuring SFC achieves its financial goals and objectives, while increasing operating performance and developing short- and long-term strategic plans. He oversees all facets of the construction process in business planning, budget preparation, forecasting and solving internal or external issues as they arise.
Wanessa Vaccaro recently joined SFC Enterprises as Corporate Controller. She brings over twelve years of experience with multi-family, ground up construction financial management and residential property management. She has in-depth knowledge of real estate development as well as strategic planning, acquisition, operations, sales and marketing. Previously a member of the Shore Builders Association of Central New Jersey (SBACNJ) Board of Directors where she was also a member of its Young Professional Committee and Professional Women in Building. NJBIZ, the leading business trade publication in New Jersey, recognized Wanessa in its Forty Under 40 class for her efforts in the industry.
A New Jersey licensed real estate broker and certified apartment manager, Wanessa graduated from Monmouth University Magna Cum Laude earning her Bachelor of Science degree in business administration with concentration in finance and a minor in Spanish.
Starting with SFC in July of 2016, Mike brought 20 plus years of Construction Management experience to our team. Mike easily filled the roll of Purchasing/Construction Manager here at SFC with his extensive experience in large scale projects, where he specialized in commercial, residential, assisted living and hotel projects.
Mike has knowledge in all facets of construction with a strong background in structural framing and interior finish. Most rolls throughout his career have been of a supervisor position whether it be a project manager or superintendent.
Mike has proven to be a solution driven leader with the ability to build solid relationships built on trust and understanding, empowering teams to excel by example.
Kara graduated Marymount Manhattan College in 2012 with a BA in Communications specializing in promotional and professional communications. Since graduating, Kara has had extensive corporate experience in several fields from administrative work to product development. She joined the team at SFC Enterprises, Inc. in 2018 as the Executive Assistant to the CEO and was promoted in 2020 to the Marketing Manager and Office Manager.