Gov. Phil Murphy this week announced the promotion of Carolyn Cannella to deputy chief of staff for economic growth.

Cannella was serving as deputy chief policy advisor, playing a key role in the advancing the administration’s agenda. In this new role, she will manage economic affairs for the governor’s office.

She succeeds Eric Brophy, who departed the administration earlier this summer to join Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC. At CSG Law, Brophy co-chairs a newly launched government & regulatory law group.

“As Deputy Chief Policy Advisor, Carolyn has been instrumental in shaping and advancing key initiatives that strengthen New Jersey’s economy, from developing New Jersey’s AI strategy to building new public-private partnerships,” said Murphy. “Her promotion to Deputy Chief of Staff for Economic Growth reflects both her expertise and dedication to public service.”

“It has been an honor to support Gov. Murphy’s economic vision and to witness firsthand his leadership in revitalizing New Jersey’s innovation economy, positioning the state at the forefront of once-in-a-generation opportunities and delivering new jobs for New Jerseyans,” said Cannella.

Prior to serving as deputy chief policy advisor served as a senior advisor on economic growth under former Deputy Chief of Staff Joe Kelley.

“I am grateful to be a part of this bold and creative team, and I look forward to continuing the work to deliver results for our businesses and residents,” Cannella said.

Murphy added, “I am confident that in this new role she will continue to drive policies that expand opportunity, foster innovation, and deliver on our vision of a stronger and fairer state.”