The president and CEO of the New Jersey Business & Industry Association talks about what the organization characterizes as a hiring crisis, the factors that created it and how businesses will have to change to meet the challenge.

This year, two facilities share the top spot in the state, and both also were listed as among the best for several procedures and conditions.

The president of ID Care talks about the company, its role in combating the spread of COVID-19, and how he and his colleagues geared up for the task.

In the best of times, doing business in New Jersey requires the ability to navigate a dense web of legal and regulatory issues and requirements. During a deadly global pandemic – and in its aftermath – that task is more difficult. Even the most skilled leaders will need guidance, advice and sometimes representation. The individuals we recognize on this year's list have proven themselves up to the challenge.

The president and CEO of Princeton-based Oyster Point Pharma talks about a nasal spray the company is developing that has shown promise in preventing COVID-19 infections.

The chancellor of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences talks about the COVID-19 vaccines, reluctant populations and the potential need for booster shots.

The AeroFarms co-founder and CEO talks about the company's approach, its plans to go public through a merger with a SPAC and what vertically grown kale tastes like.

Unlike our other lists, this one includes a lot of names that will likely be unfamiliar to many readers, but they're likely familiar to the leaders we recognize in our Power 50 and Power 100 features--these individuals work alongside the power players, and are next up in the hierarchy of influential executives, managers, directors, public officials and academics.

Current Chairman and COO Daniel Feldstein will assume the top job later this year. He is the son of George Feldstein, who founded the Rockleigh-based company.

The AvePoint CEO discusses the company's deal with Apex Technology Acquisition Corp., cybersecurity threats and how the business will evolve.

The founder and president of M&A advisory firm The DAK Group explains why values stayed high despite COVID-19, why now is a good time to sell and what potential sellers need to keep in mind as they approach a deal.

The president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey discusses the region's response to COVID-19, the pace of its recovery and the outlook for the rest of the year and into 2022.