leadership appointments

Public Affairs
Jun 9, 2026

Mercury Public Affairs names new CEO, president

Saddle Brook-based Mercury Public Affairs promotes John Gallagher to CEO and Michael Soliman to president.

Six Flags Entertainment Corp. named Mike Fehnel as president of Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson.
Apr 22, 2026

Six Flags names Fehnel president of Great Adventure

Mike Fehnel's appointment at the Jackson amusement park comes as part of a broader leadership restructuring across the company's properties following its $8 billion merger.

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Apr 2, 2026

NJ Hispanic Chamber names Lucas interim president

The Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey named John Lucas interim president, succeeding longtime leader Carlos Medina after more than two decades.

Rutgers basketball
Mar 9, 2026

Rutgers taps Redus to lead women’s basketball program

Adding another hire from LSU, Gary Redus II is known for his recruiting prowess as well as helping to win the 2023 NCAA title.

Valley National Bank Morristown HQ
Mar 3, 2026

Valley Bank reports record earnings, adds senior leaders

An expanding senior leadership team, top CRA rating as well as investments in AI, innovation and New Jersey communities are building momentum for the Morristown-based financial institution in the new year.

Shown is an aerial view of the Terminal B and C aprons at Newark Liberty International Airport.
Feb 11, 2026

Port Authority names Garcia executive director

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey named Kathryn Garcia executive director, with Jean Roehrenbeck approved as deputy, effective Feb. 9.

Handshake of businessmen greeting each other
Feb 11, 2026

NJEDA names Kennedy chief of staff, external affairs

Overseeing communications, government affairs and external engagement. Sean Kennedy was appointed chief of staff and chief external affairs officer at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority Feb. 9.

Warren Moore was promoted to president and chief operating officer for Inspira Health Jan. 20.
Jan 21, 2026

Inspira elevates Moore to president, COO

Inspira Health promoted Warren Moore, expanding his oversight of hospitals, health centers and outpatient care at the South Jersey system.

Joe Caridi joins JLL as executive managing director for the tri-state region. PROVIDED BY JLL
Jan 12, 2026

JLL expands tri-state leadership with Caridi hire

Joseph Caridi will lead New York, New Jersey, Long Island and Connecticut markets, strengthening the company's regional commercial real estate team.

Genova Burns LLC announced Jan. 7, 2026, that Jennifer Borek has been appointed managing partner.
Jan 7, 2026

Genova Burns names Borek first female managing partner

The Newark law firm has named Jennifer Borek as managing partner, making her the first woman to lead the business in its more than 35-year history.

Home improvement
Jan 5, 2026

Rible named CEO of New Jersey utility, transportation group

David Rible becomes chief executive officer of the Utility and Transportation Contractors Association, succeeding Robert Briant Jr.

Car dealership
Jan 5, 2026

Shapiro assumes chair of New Jersey auto retailers coalition

Andrew Shapiro takes over as chair of NJ CAR, succeeding Ron Baus and advocating for the $45 billion industry.