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The New Jersey gubernatorial candidates – Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill – will be under the same roof Tuesday evening in Somerset.

The New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) is hosting its annual Employer Legislative Committee (ELC) Reception June 17, a longstanding tradition that offers the chance for the primary winners to directly engage with the state’s job creators. The event, held at The Palace at Somerset Park, draws top business leaders, lawmakers, cabinet officials, policymakers and other key stakeholders.

As NJBIZ has reported, the general campaign is in full effect. The two candidates’ primary wins June 10 came as resounding victories with each of the races called shortly after polls closed.

The ELC Reception will provide a forum for candidates to share their legislative priorities and positions on issues that impact the Garden State’s business community.

“NJBIA is proud to continue our 60+ year tradition of presenting the Gubernatorial Primary winners for their first joint presentation following the primary,” NJBIA President and CEO Michele Siekerka told NJBIZ.

“We thank the candidates for making this stop on their campaign trail a priority. It’s definitely an indication that the business community and NJ’s job creators are important to their campaign,” she added. “We are equally proud to present our Blueprint for a Competitive NJ to the candidates. This policy document is a roadmap to a more affordable and regionally competitive business climate and puts NJ Business at the center. If the next governor even adopts parts of this plan, our job creators will be better off under their administration and leadership.”

Editor’s note: This story was updated at 3:17 p.m. EST June 17, 2025, with a statement from NJBIA President and CEO Michele Siekerka.

NJBIZ will be on the scene for the event, with a full recap to come. Please stay with us for the latest.