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At the New Jersey Food Council's annual meeting Jan. 28, 2025, are (from left): Michael Rothwell, Pennington Quality Market; Jason Read, Wawa; Michael Styer, Acme Markets; Brian Schaller, president of Wawa; and Linda Doherty, NJ Food Council.
Feb 6, 2025

New Jersey Food Council welcomes Wawa exec as new chair

Jason Read, the convenience store chain's director of store operations in Central and North Jersey, succeeds Andrew Kent, executive vice president of Glass Gardens ShopRite.

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Jan 30, 2025

NRS adds public affairs expert Butler to board

The Lyndhurst-based logistics provider appointed Modia Butler of Mercury Public Affairs to its board of directors, the company announced.

The 2023 State Chamber Legislative and Business Awards reception took place Oct. 11 at Manasquan River Golf Club in Brielle.
Jan 2, 2025

NJ Chamber elects 6 new board members

Meet the latest additions, who will "provide counsel and expertise as we work together to ensure the state reaches its full economic potential,” said NJCC President and CEO Tom Bracken.

The 2023 State Chamber Legislative and Business Awards reception took place Oct. 11 at Manasquan River Golf Club in Brielle.
Oct 22, 2024

NJ Chamber elects new board members

The group plays an integral role for the organization, providing guidance to staff on policy affecting the state’s short- and long-term economic growth.

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Aug 21, 2024

MAD Global’s DuHaime joins Carrier Clinic board

CEO Mike DuHaime also serves on the Rutgers board of trustees and as president of the nonprofit Cranford Hockey Club.

Now known as Porter Thomas Grabell & Baumwoll PC, the new firm includes (from left) Matthew Grabell, David Baumwoll, Arthur “Scott” Porter and Allan Thomas. Porter is also the new chairman of the Meadowlands Chamber.
Aug 20, 2024

At critical time, Meadowlands Chamber taps Porter as chairman

Managing partner at Porter Thomas Grabell & Baumwoll PC, Arthur "Scott" Porter brings a slew of legal expertise and business and leadership experience to the role.

Melissa Orsen, senior vice president of South Jersey Industries and president of South Jersey Industries Utilities, speaks during the annual NJUA conference and awards, which took place in Long Branch May 29-30, 2024. Orsen is the first woman to chair the New Jersey Utilities Association. - PROVIDED BY NJUA
Jun 4, 2024

Orsen appointed first female chair for NJUA (updated)

Melissa Orsen was also the first woman named president of SJI Utilities in 2021. The former NJEDA chief executive officer is also senior vice president of South Jersey Industries.

June Toth, principal at WilkinGuttenplan, will serve as president of NJCPA for the 2024-25 term.
Jun 3, 2024

WilkinGuttenplan’s Toth tapped as NJCPA president

June Toth has been a member of New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants since 1995, holding a number of leadership and key committee positions throughout her tenure.

Bill Arnold is executive vice president and Southern Region president for RWJBarnabas, as well as CEO of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. - NJBIZ FILE PHOTO
Jan 30, 2024

RWJBarnabas Health’s Arnold installed as NJHA chair

Bill Arnold's appointment comes as Garden State hospitals face a number of challenges, including workforce shortages, sustaining financial stability and meeting rising needs for services.

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Jan 24, 2024

NJ Pride Chamber appoints new board president

A strong advocate of the LGBTQ+ community, Noah Michael O’Hare serves as vice president of retail operations for Spencer Savings Bank.

The 2023 State Chamber Legislative and Business Awards reception took place Oct. 11 at Manasquan River Golf Club in Brielle.
Dec 15, 2023

NJ Chamber elects 9 executives to board

According to President and CEO Tom Bracken, the group of university presidents, health care executives and others bring expertise that will strengthen the organization's work and mission of fostering a strong business environment in the Garden State.

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Jul 17, 2023

Norcross Braca Group announces Republic First board nominees

“Today’s announcement that Dan Hilferty and Mary Pat Christie ... are willing to join our fight to rescue Republic First should be a clear signal to the company’s employees, customers, and shareholders that help is, at long last, on its way,” said former TD Bank President and CEO Greg Braca.