NJBIZ Conversations

Hackensack Meridian Health President and COO Mark Sparta speaks with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on May 14, 2026.
Jun 3, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations | SPECIAL EDITION: Hackensack Meridian Health COO Mark Sparta

Hackensack Meridian Health COO Mark Sparta discusses the health system's new facility in MetroPark and the industry's challenges.

Newark, New Jersey
Jun 3, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations Special Edition: Newark Summit attendees talk city growth

NJBIZ sat down with several industry leaders at the event to discuss economic development, film production, dining and arts growth in New Jersey’s largest city.

OceanFirst Bank executives George Destafney and Joe Lebel speak with NJBIZ Editor Jeff Kanige on May 4, 2026.
May 18, 2026

NJBIZ Conversations | SPECIAL EDITION: Monmouth County Focus

OceanFirst executives highlight Monmouth County growth, business investment and strong economic momentum at the Jersey Shore.

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.