NJBIZ Conversations

Meadowlands Chamber CEO Jim Kirkos speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on March 10, 2026.
Mar 16, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations: Meadowlands Chamber CEO Jim Kirkos

The person who stands at the center of the business action as the 2026 World Cup approaches talks about preparations for the world's biggest sporting event.

Atlantic Health CEO Saad Ehtisham speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Feb. 25, 2026.
Mar 2, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations: Atlantic Health CEO Saad Ehtisham

The health care executive talks about what drew him to New Jersey, the biggest challenges he sees in leading one of the state's top care providers and the outlook for the industry as a whole.

Balcony CEO Dan Silverman speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Feb. 18, 2026.
Feb 23, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations: Balcony CEO Dan Silverman

The former real estate developer explains how he got into technology, how the company's blockchain system works to digitize real estate records and where the company is headed.

Holy Name CEO Mike Maron speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Jan. 26, 2026.
Feb 2, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations: Holy Name CEO Michael Maron

The chief executive officer discusses the current health care landscape and what a recent large donation means for the hospital.

David Blanchett, head of retirement research at Prudential Financial, speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Jan. 14, 2026.
Jan 26, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations: Prudential head of retirement research David Blanchett

Prudential Financial's head of retirement research discusses retirement planning and the company's latest survey findings.

Think Simplicit founder Matthew Negron speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Dec. 30, 2025.
Jan 5, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations: Think Simplicit founder Matthew Negron

The furniture industry veteran discusses his business philosophy, what he looks for in acquisition targets and where he sees the most promising opportunities.

Healthcare Institute of New Jersey President and CEO Chrissy Buteas speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Dec. 16, 2025.
Dec 29, 2025

NJBIZ Conversations: Healthcare Institute of New Jersey CEO Chrissy Buteas

The Healthcare Institute of New Jersey CEO discusses the challenges facing a crucial segment of the state's economy.

OceanFirst Bank CEO Chris Maher and Chief Commercial Real Estate Officer George Destafney speak with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Dec. 10, 2025.
Dec 22, 2025

NJBIZ Conversations: Chris Maher and George Destafney of OceanFirst Bank

The CEO and executive vice president and chief commercial real estate officer assess the state of the economy, with a focus on the commercial real estate market, and look ahead to 2026.

Provident Bank CEO Anthony Labozzetta speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Nov. 3, 2025.
Nov 17, 2025

NJBIZ Conversations: Provident Bank CEO Tony Labozzetta

The financial executive discusses the bank's growth and how it maintains its community ties.

New Jersey State Nurses Association CEO Judy Schmidt speaks with NJBZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Oct. 27, 2025.
Nov 10, 2025

NJBIZ Conversations: NJ State Nurses Association CEO Judy Schmidt

The executive, educator and advocate discusses the nursing shortage and what can be done to alleviate the problem.

Halyard Consulting founder and CEO Jonathan Goodman and Jersey City Chief Diversity Officer and city council candidate Floyd Jeter speak with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Oct. 24, 2025.
Nov 3, 2025

NJBIZ Conversations, Election Edition: Jonathan Goodman and Floyd Jeter

Consultant Jonathan Goodman and Jersey City Council candidate Floyd Jeter discuss their use of AI in the local campaign.

New Jersey Business Action Center Executive Director Melanie Willoughby speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on Sept. 23, 2025.
Oct 20, 2025

NJBIZ Conversations: NJBAC Executive Director Melanie Willoughby

The leader of the New Jersey Business Action Center describes the many ways her agency can help businesses succeed and grow.