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The Campbell’s Co.

For 155 years, Campbell’s has connected people through food they love. Headquartered in Camden since 1869, and generating fiscal 2025 net sales of $10.3 billion across two divisions: Meals & Beverages and Snacks, Campbell’s demonstrates exceptional commitment to community welfare through strategic philanthropy and employee engagement.

Initiatives The Campbell’s Foundation’s Community Impact Grants support organizations in 30 Campbell’s communities, including many in Camden, disbursing endowments of $20,000 apiece. Additionally, the company’s flagship Full Futures program represents a $5 million investment targeting school nutrition improvements in Camden and beyond. Campbell’s also reinforces its commitment to New Jersey by supporting organizations like Cathedral Kitchen and the Food Bank of South Jersey.

“Going into fiscal 2026, we’re focused on delivering today while building for tomorrow – with an increased emphasis on delivering topline growth through incremental marketing investments and consumer-led innovation, as we continue to expand our capabilities,” said CEO Mick Beekhuizen.

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Cognizant is a powerhouse among New Jersey companies. Headquartered in Teaneck the business has reached more than 275,000 people through its Synapse job training initiative and aims to reach 1 million individuals worldwide by 2026.

Through philanthropic grants, volunteerism, mentoring and education partnerships, the company’s community education programs have impacted more than 97,000 individuals worldwide, while grants to community organizations total more than $10 million. The company is also environmentally sensitive, globally sourcing 46% of its electricity from renewable sources. Cognizant’s long-term commitment to New Jersey — in 2020 the company moved its space from Teaneck’s Glenpointe Center West to Glenpointe Center East — demonstrates how corporate leadership can drive meaningful economic and social progress within the Garden State.

“I am proud of our year-to-date top-tier revenue growth, which is a testament to our differentiated capabilities at the intersection of technology and industry,” said CEO Ravi Kumar S.

CoreWeave

Headquartered in Livingston, CoreWeave has emerged as a critical player in artificial intelligence infrastructure. In January 2025, CoreWeave became a founding partner in the NJ AI Hub alongside Microsoft, Princeton University and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority, together committing over $72 million to support research, workforce development and AI commercialization.

CoreWeave further deepened its commitment to the Garden State in August 2025 with the purchase of a 280,000-square-foot site on 27 acres in Kenilworth for $322 million, planning a $1.2 billion conversion into a state-of-the-art data center. These kinds of investments demonstrate CoreWeave’s commitment to creating sustainable, high-paying jobs while supporting New Jersey’s technological infrastructure.

“Demand for our platform is robust and accelerating as AI leaders seek the highly performant AI cloud infrastructure required for the most advanced applications,” said co-founder and CEO Michael Intrator. “We are scaling as fast as possible to capture that demand.”

Cross River Bank

Founded in 2008, Fort Lee-based Cross River Bank is a national fintech leader with deep roots in New Jersey, expanding to a 70,000-square-foot Fort Lee headquarters  in April 2021.

Cross River Bank further distinguishes itself through Foundation@ Cross River, partnering with organizations committed to community wellness, mental health support, and innovative health solutions that leverage technology to improve public well-being.

Local collaborations have included working with SCORE Mentors and the Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce to host a Small Business Forum at Cross River headquarters. A pillar of the New Jersey community, Cross River has been recognized by national and local organizations.

“We’re continuing to invest in our strengths while broadening our horizons,” said Founder and CEO Gilles Gade. “Our mission remains clear and even more urgent: build the financial infrastructure of the future, for all.”

DEVCO

The New Brunswick Development Corp. (DEVCO) is one of New Jersey’s most influential urban redevelopment entities, known for delivering large, complex public-private projects that anchor economic growth. Led by President Chris Paladino, the nonprofit has spent decades partnering with state and local governments, higher education institutions and major health systems to reshape downtown districts, expand research capacity and drive investment in transit-oriented communities.

Among its major current projects is the HELIX — the New Jersey Health + Life Science Exchange — a multiphase, 1.5-million-square-foot innovation district rising next to the New Brunswick train station. The three-tower development will house Rutgers’ new medical school, translational research labs, the New Jersey Innovation HUB, Nokia Bell Labs’ headquarters and a new 42-story mixed-use tower.

Most recently, HELIX Phase 3 secured up to $359 million in Aspire tax credits. “By the end of 2028, the HELIX will encompass 1.5 million square feet, representing an investment of over $2 billion,” said Paladino.

EDA Contractors

EDA Contractors, founded in 1999 by Edward DeAngelis, is a leading subcontractor specializing in the exterior envelope of commercial, institutional and industrial buildings.

The company’s expertise includes architectural wall panels and accessories, roofing, masonry, waterproofing, air vapor barriers, green roofing systems, historical restoration and specialty components, all backed by the industry-leading 10-year EDA Envelope Warranty. With a strong presence in New Jersey, including an office in Elizabeth, EDA supports projects across the state’s commercial and institutional markets. The company has grown to over 400 employees while fostering a culture focused on mental health, workplace well-being and teamwork.

Earlier this year, the company was honored by NJBIZ as a 2025 Leader in Real Estate, Construction and Design. “This recognition reflects the hard work, pride, and purpose our team brings to every project,” said Ed DeAngelis, founder and CEO of EDA Contractors, when the company received that recognition. “We’re honored to be named among New Jersey’s industry leaders and remain committed to building with integrity, innovation and heart.”

Eisai

Eisai is a Japanese global research and development-based pharmaceutical company with more than 10,000 employees, over 40 subsidiaries worldwide, and U.S. operations based in Nutley.

Founded in 1941, Eisai focuses on developing prescription medicines with a strong emphasis on neurology and oncology, guided by its corporate philosophy of “human health care (hhc),” which prioritizes patient well-being and access to innovative treatments.

Among its leading therapies is Leqembi Iqlik, developed in collaboration with Biogen for the treatment of early Alzheimer’s disease in patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia.

Leqembi Iqlik is the first subcutaneous autoinjector allowing at-home administration for maintenance therapy, approved by the FDA in August 2025, with the autoinjector launching in October 2025. The once-weekly injection, delivered in approximately 15 seconds, maintains clinical and biomarker benefits comparable to intravenous dosing, reduces systemic reactions, and streamlines care for patients and their care partners, offering a patient-centered approach to slowing disease progression.

Ferrero North America

Headquartered in Parsippany, Ferrero North America has a product lineup that includes Ferrero Rocher, Nerds, Trolli, Jelly Belly, Butterfinger, Baby Ruth, Nutella, Crunch, Keebler, Famous Amos, Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Power Crunch and Kinder. Since the global confectionary leader entered the North American market in 1969, Ferrero has grown to more than 5,400 employees in eight offices and 15 plants and warehouses.

In 2025, Ferrero continued expanding its footprint in the region via the $3.1 billion acquisition of breakfast cereal giant WK Kellogg. As part of the deal, Ferrero gained access to a portfolio of well-loved brands, like Frosted Flakes, Special K, Apple Jacks, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops and Raisin Bran.

Over the past year, Ferrero teamed up with Hudson County-born coffee and bakeshop The Hive to help launch the first new Butterfinger candy bar flavor in over a decade. It is also working with the U.S. Soccer Foundation on a three-year initiative aimed at bringing the physical and mental benefits of soccer to kids, as well as continued partnerships with the New York Yankees to bring its Baby Ruth candy bar to the Bronx stadium and with Egg Harbor Township-headquartered Spirit Halloween to make Butterfinger the retailer’s official candy bar.

Goya Foods

Founded in 1936, Jersey City-based Goya Foods is the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the U.S.

With over 2,500 high-quality and affordable authentic Latin food products from the Caribbean, Mexico, Spain, Central America and South America, including beans, rice, condiments, beverages and frozen items, the privately held family-run company’s annual sales revenue is about $1.5 billion as of 2023, according to Forbes. Goya also boasts a workforce of over 4,000 employees across its 26 facilities in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic and Spain.

Goya is also known for its many charitable activities, such as large-scale food donations, scholarships for students training in culinary arts or food science, and social-impact sponsorships.

Through its Goya Gives initiative, the company has consistently led the charge in responding to natural disasters and humanitarian crises, contributing millions of pounds of food annually across the U.S. and around the globe. Goya recently unveiled “Hydrate for Hope,” a campaign that raised $350,000 via the coconut water sales to support prevention and education around child abuse, exploitation, trafficking and youth mental health issues.

Haleon

Haleon is a global consumer health company specializing in everyday health, with products trusted by over 1 billion consumers in more than 170 markets.

Established as a spin-off from GSK in 2022, Haleon focuses solely on improving everyday health, offering leading brands across six categories: oral health, pain relief, vitamins and supplements, respiratory health, digestive health, and therapeutic skin health. Its portfolio includes globally recognized names such as Sensodyne, Advil, Centrum, Otrivin and Tums.

The company leverages decades of scientific rigor, research,and clinical testing to deliver effective, safe, and high-quality products while working closely with health professionals and policymakers to address everyday health challenges. In the United States, Haleon’s headquarters has been located in Warren – but the company recently announced signing a lease to move its North American base to The Park in Berkeley Heights.

“We’re continuing to make real strides in transforming Haleon into a world-class consumer company with an agile, performance-focused culture,” said CEO Brian McNamara.

Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment

Headquartered in Camden, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment is a leading sports and entertainment company. Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, HBSE owns and operates premier professional sports teams, including the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, NBA G’s Delaware Blue Coats, NHL’s New Jersey Devils and AHL’s Utica Comets – and Harris also serves as managing partner of the NFL’s Washington Commanders.

Additionally, the company manages venues such as Prudential Center in Newark and White Eagle Hall in Jersey City.

In 2025, HBSE secured Philadelphia’s 18th WNBA team and appointed Bob Myers as president of HBSE Sports. It also announced a state-of-the-art South Philadelphia arena, a joint venture with Comcast Spectacor, to house the 76ers and Flyers, complementing a larger mixed-use development.

“It’s really exciting. We’ve grown so dramatically over the last few years. It’s a testament to the vision of our co-founders, Josh Harris and David Blitzer – and what they’ve built and their vision for what could be,” HBSE CEO Tad Brown told NJBIZ earlier this year. “And I think we’ve just hit the tip of the iceberg.”

HCLTech

HCLTech, a global technology leader headquartered in India, employs over 220,000 people across 60 countries, delivering services in digital, engineering, cloud and AI to clients across major industries. In the U.S., HCLTech maintains its East Coast headquarters in East Brunswick, at One Tower Center.

Opened in June 2024, the state-of-the-art facility features modern workspaces designed to encourage collaboration, innovation and employee engagement, including HCLTech’s Customer Experience Center and AI and Cloud Native Labs. The office serves as a hub for client engagement, enabling demonstrations of the company’s technology solutions.

HCLTech has also leveraged high-profile partnerships to strengthen its U.S. presence and raise its visibility, most notably as an Official Cornerstone Partner and Digital Transformation Partner of MetLife Stadium, the New York Giants and the New York Jets. This collaboration has contributed $247 million in brand value, boosting awareness, trust and client engagement across North America.

Holman

Holman, headquartered in Mount Laurel, is a global leader in automotive and industrial services, that celebrated 100 years of business in 2024. Founded as a single Ford dealership by Steward Holman, the company has grown into one of the largest family-owned automotive services organizations worldwide, with more than 9,000 employees across North America, the United Kingdom and Germany.

Holman offers a comprehensive range of services, including fleet management, commercial vehicle manufacturing, powertrain distribution, insurance solutions and retail automotive sales across 59 dealerships in nine states.

In 2025, the company launched Holman Robotics, the industry’s first fully integrated end-to-end robotics solution, helping businesses deploy industrial automation at scale with streamlined financing, centralized management, and lifecycle support.

Reflecting on the company’s century-long journey, CEO Chris Conroy said, “While the purpose of our company remains focused on providing a rewarding career and a better life for the employees that come to work at Holman, it is our relentless pursuit of creating an exceptional customer experience that drives our organization forward each day.”

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