Power 50 2025
A business landscape as rich and varied as South Jersey’s needs all kinds of talent, expertise and leadership guiding its myriad components to reach its full potential and support the ongoing success that makes this region a great place to work and play. Those leaders include educators and executives, CEOs and chairs, and all kinds of dreamers and doers who keep the big picture front and center. Once again, we’re pleased to celebrate 50 of the biggest names in local biz whose ability to get the most from great teams is an asset to everyone who calls our counties home.
James Andreacci
Market President Southern New Jersey, OceanFirst Bank
Andreacci leads a team providing financial solutions for businesses throughout the region and growing market share. With more than two decades of banking experience, Andreacci is committed to serving his customers and the community—offering his time to several organizations including the Southern NJ Chamber of Commerce, Garden State Council for Scouts of America and Community Foundation of Southern New Jersey.
Market President Southern New Jersey, OceanFirst Bank
Andreacci leads a team providing financial solutions for businesses throughout the region and growing market share. With more than two decades of banking experience, Andreacci is committed to serving his customers and the community—offering his time to several organizations including the Southern NJ Chamber of Commerce, Garden State Council for Scouts of America and Community Foundation of Southern New Jersey.
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President/Chief Executive Officer, Deborah Heart and Lung Center
With over two decades of experience and a platform based on Deborah’s altruistic mission, people-centric culture and quality outcomes, Andrews strives to advance the institution’s reputation as a leader in cardiovascular and pulmonary care, and providing accessible care for all.
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President/Chief Executive Officer, Deborah Heart and Lung Center
With over two decades of experience and a platform based on Deborah’s altruistic mission, people-centric culture and quality outcomes, Andrews strives to advance the institution’s reputation as a leader in cardiovascular and pulmonary care, and providing accessible care for all.
Marlene Z. Asselta
President, Southern New Jersey Development Council (SNJDC)
Since 1985, Asselta has led SNJDC—transforming it into one of the state’s most respected business advocacy and lobbying organizations—and has played a key role in shaping public policy in South Jersey. She connects members with business and government leaders, while providing critical advocacy, insight and services to help them succeed.
President, Southern New Jersey Development Council (SNJDC)
Since 1985, Asselta has led SNJDC—transforming it into one of the state’s most respected business advocacy and lobbying organizations—and has played a key role in shaping public policy in South Jersey. She connects members with business and government leaders, while providing critical advocacy, insight and services to help them succeed.
Mick Beekhuizen
President and Chief Executive Officer, The Campbell’s Company
The 15th leader in Campbell’s 156-year history, Beekhuizen played a key role in the $2.7 billion acquisition and integration of Sovos Brands, which elevated and strengthened the company's portfolio and set a new trajectory for dependable and profitable growth.
President and Chief Executive Officer, The Campbell’s Company
The 15th leader in Campbell’s 156-year history, Beekhuizen played a key role in the $2.7 billion acquisition and integration of Sovos Brands, which elevated and strengthened the company's portfolio and set a new trajectory for dependable and profitable growth.
Cathy Bennett
President and CEO, New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA)
Under Bennett’s guidance, NJHA continues to pursue its mission to improve the health of New Jerseyans and provide industry leadership on quality and patient safety, population health, data insights, education and advocacy. A leader and convener, Bennett is dedicated to New Jersey’s health care community—including NJHA’s nearly 400 members. Prior to joining NJHA, Bennett served as the state’s 20th health commissioner.
President and CEO, New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA)
Under Bennett’s guidance, NJHA continues to pursue its mission to improve the health of New Jerseyans and provide industry leadership on quality and patient safety, population health, data insights, education and advocacy. A leader and convener, Bennett is dedicated to New Jersey’s health care community—including NJHA’s nearly 400 members. Prior to joining NJHA, Bennett served as the state’s 20th health commissioner.
Tom Bracken
President & CEO, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce
A former banking executive, Bracken has been a strong voice for job creation, infrastructure investment and economic growth across the state. He leverages deep relationships in both government and business to advocate for the interests of New Jersey’s business community.
President & CEO, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce
A former banking executive, Bracken has been a strong voice for job creation, infrastructure investment and economic growth across the state. He leverages deep relationships in both government and business to advocate for the interests of New Jersey’s business community.
Joseph G. Cacchione, MD, FACC
CEO, Jefferson
Board-certified in three states and widely honored for his distinguished 30+ year career, Cacchione has dedicated his work to improving lives—first as a cardiologist, and now as a leader who is breaking barriers and driving bold transformation throughout both health care and higher education. His commitment to serving others is a fundamental part of who he is, and it speaks to Jefferson’s continued goal of sustaining community impact and expanding access to exceptional health care across the region.
CEO, Jefferson
Board-certified in three states and widely honored for his distinguished 30+ year career, Cacchione has dedicated his work to improving lives—first as a cardiologist, and now as a leader who is breaking barriers and driving bold transformation throughout both health care and higher education. His commitment to serving others is a fundamental part of who he is, and it speaks to Jefferson’s continued goal of sustaining community impact and expanding access to exceptional health care across the region.
Peter Connolly
CEO, NJMEP
With 40 years spent working in operations, business development and general management within the aerospace and defense industry, Connolly brings a wealth of experience as a senior executive. Emboldened by a desire to give back to the industry, his commitment to New Jersey manufacturing is unwavering, and his work at NJMEP will have a long-lasting impact on the state’s economic well-being.
CEO, NJMEP
With 40 years spent working in operations, business development and general management within the aerospace and defense industry, Connolly brings a wealth of experience as a senior executive. Emboldened by a desire to give back to the industry, his commitment to New Jersey manufacturing is unwavering, and his work at NJMEP will have a long-lasting impact on the state’s economic well-being.
Robert Curley III
Regional Presidentof Metro Pennsylvania/New Jersey, TD Bank
Curley began his career at TD Bank as a part-time teller before moving up through a variety of positions. Today, he is responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership to TD Bank’s local retail, small business and commercial banking teams throughout a network of 252 storesand commercial bank hubs.
Regional Presidentof Metro Pennsylvania/New Jersey, TD Bank
Curley began his career at TD Bank as a part-time teller before moving up through a variety of positions. Today, he is responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership to TD Bank’s local retail, small business and commercial banking teams throughout a network of 252 storesand commercial bank hubs.
Stephen F. Dougherty
Executive Director, South Jersey Transportation Authority
In his role since 2010, Dougherty is responsible for the day-to-day operations of high-volume operations like the Atlantic City Expressway, Atlantic City International Airport and transportation services. Between full and part-time personnel, the authority currently boasts close to 400 employees.
Executive Director, South Jersey Transportation Authority
In his role since 2010, Dougherty is responsible for the day-to-day operations of high-volume operations like the Atlantic City Expressway, Atlantic City International Airport and transportation services. Between full and part-time personnel, the authority currently boasts close to 400 employees.
Christopher R. Gibson
President, Archer & Greiner P.C.
Gibson has been representing national, regional and local corporations in a variety of complex civil and commercial litigation matters for almost 40 years—amassing a compelling record of victories in high-stakes business disputes involving commercial, environmental, construction, insurance matters and more.
President, Archer & Greiner P.C.
Gibson has been representing national, regional and local corporations in a variety of complex civil and commercial litigation matters for almost 40 years—amassing a compelling record of victories in high-stakes business disputes involving commercial, environmental, construction, insurance matters and more.
Rev. Bill Golderer
President and CEO, United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
Under Golderer’s leadership, United Way raises and invests over $30 million annually to advance educational attainment, create career pathways and forge paths to financial empowerment through large-scale initiatives across the United Way’s nine-county footprint. Harnessing the collective power of various sectors, United Way continues its mission to fight poverty and expand opportunity. Among his other accomplishments, Golderer is also an ordained Presbyterian minister, founder of Broad Street Ministry and co-founder of the Rooster Soup Company.
President and CEO, United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
Under Golderer’s leadership, United Way raises and invests over $30 million annually to advance educational attainment, create career pathways and forge paths to financial empowerment through large-scale initiatives across the United Way’s nine-county footprint. Harnessing the collective power of various sectors, United Way continues its mission to fight poverty and expand opportunity. Among his other accomplishments, Golderer is also an ordained Presbyterian minister, founder of Broad Street Ministry and co-founder of the Rooster Soup Company.
Merodie A. Hancock, PhD.
President, Thomas Edison State University
Hancock has facilitated over $3 million in competitive grants; expanded graduate, undergraduate and doctoral programs; championed the launch of the state’s first apprenticeship-degree pathway in partnership with NJDOL; and expanded the Zero Textbook Cost program to more than 100 courses.
President, Thomas Edison State University
Hancock has facilitated over $3 million in competitive grants; expanded graduate, undergraduate and doctoral programs; championed the launch of the state’s first apprenticeship-degree pathway in partnership with NJDOL; and expanded the Zero Textbook Cost program to more than 100 courses.
Phillip W. Heath
President and Chief Executive Officer, Samaritan
Under Heath’s leadership, Samaritan’s expanding care pathways now include Primary Care at Home, Palliative Medical Partners, Hospice Care, Center for Grief Support, Social Connections, and the Boccolini Institute. Samaritan is the region’s leader in home-based health care and supportive services providing care for over 12,500 patients and their families annually. Heath is distinguished by his 30+ years of executive healthcare leadership experience.
President and Chief Executive Officer, Samaritan
Under Heath’s leadership, Samaritan’s expanding care pathways now include Primary Care at Home, Palliative Medical Partners, Hospice Care, Center for Grief Support, Social Connections, and the Boccolini Institute. Samaritan is the region’s leader in home-based health care and supportive services providing care for over 12,500 patients and their families annually. Heath is distinguished by his 30+ years of executive healthcare leadership experience.
Dianna Houenou
Commission Chair, New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission
In addition to her role ensuring that New Jersey is on the path to managing its legalized cannabis landscape with a focus on social justice, Hourenou leads statewide efforts to establish and grow a responsible, regulated medicinal and recreational cannabis industry.
Commission Chair, New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission
In addition to her role ensuring that New Jersey is on the path to managing its legalized cannabis landscape with a focus on social justice, Hourenou leads statewide efforts to establish and grow a responsible, regulated medicinal and recreational cannabis industry.
Ali A. Houshmand, Ph.D
President, Rowan University
Houshmand, Rowan’s seventh president, focuses on increasing access, improving quality, ensuring affordability and promoting economic development. During his tenure, enrollment has more than doubled, making Rowan the nation’s third fastest-growing public research university, and one of two with three medical schools.
President, Rowan University
Houshmand, Rowan’s seventh president, focuses on increasing access, improving quality, ensuring affordability and promoting economic development. During his tenure, enrollment has more than doubled, making Rowan the nation’s third fastest-growing public research university, and one of two with three medical schools.
Kristi M. Howell
President/CEO, Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce
During Howell’s 23 years of leadership, the chamber has become known for its strong collaborations and innovative programs. She serves on local boards including the Air Mobility Command Civic Leader Board, and is committed to fostering connections to grow business.
President/CEO, Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce
During Howell’s 23 years of leadership, the chamber has become known for its strong collaborations and innovative programs. She serves on local boards including the Air Mobility Command Civic Leader Board, and is committed to fostering connections to grow business.
Kris Kolluri, Esq.
President & CEO, NJ TRANSIT
Kolluri is responsible for the nation’s largest statewide public transportation system with over 11,000 employees. He previously served as the CEO of the Gateway Development Commission, the Rowan University/Rutgers–Camden Board of Governors, and the New Jersey Schools Development Authority; and as president and CEO of Camden Community Partnership, Inc.
President & CEO, NJ TRANSIT
Kolluri is responsible for the nation’s largest statewide public transportation system with over 11,000 employees. He previously served as the CEO of the Gateway Development Commission, the Rowan University/Rutgers–Camden Board of Governors, and the New Jersey Schools Development Authority; and as president and CEO of Camden Community Partnership, Inc.
Greg Lalevee
IUOE General Vice President and Business Manager, Local 825
Lalevee, a former crane operator, leads an organization of nearly 8,300 heavy-equipment operators throughout New Jersey and five counties of New York state. During his tenure, Local 825 has seen a 20% growth in their union membership. Local 825 has become the single source for the best trained, most qualified and day-one ready engineer workforce available. In return for their expertise and hard work, their needs are protected through better wages, benefits and working conditions.
IUOE General Vice President and Business Manager, Local 825
Lalevee, a former crane operator, leads an organization of nearly 8,300 heavy-equipment operators throughout New Jersey and five counties of New York state. During his tenure, Local 825 has seen a 20% growth in their union membership. Local 825 has become the single source for the best trained, most qualified and day-one ready engineer workforce available. In return for their expertise and hard work, their needs are protected through better wages, benefits and working conditions.
Rodger Levenson
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, WSFS Bank
Levenson joined the WSFS Executive Management team in 2006, and has served in executive roles with other financial institutions. He serves on several boards, including U.S. Federal Reserve Board’s Federal Advisory Council and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Corporate Council.
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, WSFS Bank
Levenson joined the WSFS Executive Management team in 2006, and has served in executive roles with other financial institutions. He serves on several boards, including U.S. Federal Reserve Board’s Federal Advisory Council and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Corporate Council.
Daniel L. Lombardo
President and CEO, Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
Lombardo helped shape the landscape of social services in New Jersey, as he’s served in his current roles since 1988. An advocate for vulnerable populations, Lombardo has been a board member for criminal justice and/or community-based organizations nationally and internationally.
President and CEO, Volunteers of America Delaware Valley
Lombardo helped shape the landscape of social services in New Jersey, as he’s served in his current roles since 1988. An advocate for vulnerable populations, Lombardo has been a board member for criminal justice and/or community-based organizations nationally and internationally.
Kevin B. Mahoney, MBA
Chief Executive Officer, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Mahoney leads health system operations across six hospitals, 11 multispecialty centers and hundreds of outpatient facilities in Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. Mahoney joined Penn Medicine in 1996, holding leadership posts for nearly three decades before becoming CEO in July 2019.
Chief Executive Officer, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Mahoney leads health system operations across six hospitals, 11 multispecialty centers and hundreds of outpatient facilities in Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. Mahoney joined Penn Medicine in 1996, holding leadership posts for nearly three decades before becoming CEO in July 2019.
Amy B. Mansue
President and CEO, Inspira Health
Mansue has dedicated four decades to health care. Emphasizing both employee wellness and patient experience, Mansue transforms workplace cultures and fosters high-performing teams. Previously, she’s served as executive VP and chief experience officer at RWJBarnabas Health, and CEO of Children’s Specialized Hospital, as well as board chair of the Rutgers Board of Trustees, NJ Hospital Association and NJ Chamber of Commerce.
President and CEO, Inspira Health
Mansue has dedicated four decades to health care. Emphasizing both employee wellness and patient experience, Mansue transforms workplace cultures and fosters high-performing teams. Previously, she’s served as executive VP and chief experience officer at RWJBarnabas Health, and CEO of Children’s Specialized Hospital, as well as board chair of the Rutgers Board of Trustees, NJ Hospital Association and NJ Chamber of Commerce.
Wesley Mathews
President and CEO, Choose New Jersey
Mathews promotes New Jersey domestically and abroad as the premier state for building and growing businesses. Mathews was a career diplomat in the U.S. Foreign Service, where he established the state’s first international trade and investment office, and enhanced global reach.
President and CEO, Choose New Jersey
Mathews promotes New Jersey domestically and abroad as the premier state for building and growing businesses. Mathews was a career diplomat in the U.S. Foreign Service, where he established the state’s first international trade and investment office, and enhanced global reach.
Anthony J. Mazzarelli, MD, JD, MBE
Co-President/CEO, Cooper University Health Care
Holding various roles at Cooper since 1999, Mazzarelli’s’s earlier work resonates throughout the system he leads today. He was among the three original members to work on integrating Cooper and Rowan in preparation for the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University.
Co-President/CEO, Cooper University Health Care
Holding various roles at Cooper since 1999, Mazzarelli’s’s earlier work resonates throughout the system he leads today. He was among the three original members to work on integrating Cooper and Rowan in preparation for the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University.
Mark McDonough
President, New Jersey American Water/Senior Vice President, American Water
McDonough reinforces and strengthens customer, regulatory and local government relationships while driving both operational and financial results for the state’s largest regulated water and wastewater utility company. His volunteer work includes serving as a board member for Choose New Jersey, the New Jersey Utilities Association and New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce; he is also a co-chair for the Camden Community Partnership.
President, New Jersey American Water/Senior Vice President, American Water
McDonough reinforces and strengthens customer, regulatory and local government relationships while driving both operational and financial results for the state’s largest regulated water and wastewater utility company. His volunteer work includes serving as a board member for Choose New Jersey, the New Jersey Utilities Association and New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce; he is also a co-chair for the Camden Community Partnership.
Scott Mertz
President, NAI Mertz
Mertz’s career is characterized by long-term relationships. Since 2001, he has completed 1,550+ transactions worth more than $2 billion in gross transaction value, representing over 45 million square feet. He is among his company’s top producers and a global leader, earning recognitions like being a top producer of business worldwide.
President, NAI Mertz
Mertz’s career is characterized by long-term relationships. Since 2001, he has completed 1,550+ transactions worth more than $2 billion in gross transaction value, representing over 45 million square feet. He is among his company’s top producers and a global leader, earning recognitions like being a top producer of business worldwide.
Michael Munoz
Senior Vice President and President of Diversified Markets, AmeriHealth
Munoz brings more than 25 years of health-insurance experience to his leadership role. Under his tenure, AmeriHealth has been named among the state’s best places to work for 13 consecutive years. Munoz also serves his community, sitting on boards that include chambers of commerce, Camden Community Partnership, Special Olympics New Jersey, and United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.
Senior Vice President and President of Diversified Markets, AmeriHealth
Munoz brings more than 25 years of health-insurance experience to his leadership role. Under his tenure, AmeriHealth has been named among the state’s best places to work for 13 consecutive years. Munoz also serves his community, sitting on boards that include chambers of commerce, Camden Community Partnership, Special Olympics New Jersey, and United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.
Phil Murphy
Governor of New Jersey
Under Gov. Murphy’s leadership, the state has taken strides to achieve record-high economic growth, expanding critical access for working families, restoring fiscal responsibility to state government, revitalizing New Jersey’s reputation globally as a leader in innovation and shrinking longstanding inequities.
Governor of New Jersey
Under Gov. Murphy’s leadership, the state has taken strides to achieve record-high economic growth, expanding critical access for working families, restoring fiscal responsibility to state government, revitalizing New Jersey’s reputation globally as a leader in innovation and shrinking longstanding inequities.
Kevin M. O’Dowd, JD
Co-President/CEO, Cooper University Health Care
O’Dowd’s career includes serving the Office of the Governor and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, the latter of which honored him with the Distinguished Alumnus Award for his exceptional leadership throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Co-President/CEO, Cooper University Health Care
O’Dowd’s career includes serving the Office of the Governor and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, the latter of which honored him with the Distinguished Alumnus Award for his exceptional leadership throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Howard N. Orel, MD, FAAP
President and Chief Executive Officer, Advocare
A founding Advocare member, Orel has seen the physician-owned multispecialty group grow under his leadership from 25 physicians to over 850 providers across 260 New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware locations. The visionary leader and board-certified pediatrician is recognized nationally for his contributions to health care, organizational excellence and patient-centered care. Orel dedicates his personal time to family and community service.
President and Chief Executive Officer, Advocare
A founding Advocare member, Orel has seen the physician-owned multispecialty group grow under his leadership from 25 physicians to over 850 providers across 260 New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware locations. The visionary leader and board-certified pediatrician is recognized nationally for his contributions to health care, organizational excellence and patient-centered care. Orel dedicates his personal time to family and community service.
Melissa J. Orsen
Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, South Jersey Industries (SJI)
Orsen provides strategic direction and drives sustainable growth and alignment across the business. Previously, she was New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s CEO. Orsen is the New Jersey Utilities Association’s Board of Directors chair, and serves on boards for the American Gas Association, Drumthwacket Foundation and the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce.
Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, South Jersey Industries (SJI)
Orsen provides strategic direction and drives sustainable growth and alignment across the business. Previously, she was New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s CEO. Orsen is the New Jersey Utilities Association’s Board of Directors chair, and serves on boards for the American Gas Association, Drumthwacket Foundation and the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce.
Vito S. Pantilione
President & CEO, Parke Bank
Pantilione has served in his roles since the founding of Parke Bank in 1998 and Parke Bancorp Inc. in 2005. His prior industry leadership remains instrumental to the company’s success, and includes being president of First Commercial Bank of Philadelphia and EVP at First Federal Savings of Hammonton. A former Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s Community Depository Institution Advisory Council member, Pantilione received an honorary doctorate from Philadelphia University for his contributions to banking and finance.
President & CEO, Parke Bank
Pantilione has served in his roles since the founding of Parke Bank in 1998 and Parke Bancorp Inc. in 2005. His prior industry leadership remains instrumental to the company’s success, and includes being president of First Commercial Bank of Philadelphia and EVP at First Federal Savings of Hammonton. A former Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s Community Depository Institution Advisory Council member, Pantilione received an honorary doctorate from Philadelphia University for his contributions to banking and finance.
Dennis W. Pullin, FACHE
President and CEO, Virtua Health
Pullin is passionate about helping people and ensuring Virtua Health is “here for good.” Recent achievements include: authoring the book Suited for Leadership, which topped Amazon’s new releases lists in two categories; leading a $500 million expansion and renovation at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital; and collaborating with other organizations on a $5 million effort to fight poverty in Camden.
President and CEO, Virtua Health
Pullin is passionate about helping people and ensuring Virtua Health is “here for good.” Recent achievements include: authoring the book Suited for Leadership, which topped Amazon’s new releases lists in two categories; leading a $500 million expansion and renovation at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital; and collaborating with other organizations on a $5 million effort to fight poverty in Camden.
Annette C. Reboli, MD
Dean and Professor of Medicine, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU)
Reboli is board-certified in both internal medicine and infectious diseases, with more than 180 peer-reviewed publications and $15 million in research funding. Her four-decade career in health care, education and community service includes key leadership roles, numerous teaching and research awards, and chairing the LCME in 2023-24. CMSRU earned the AAMC’s prestigious Spencer Foreman Award for Community Engagement during her tenure.
Dean and Professor of Medicine, Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU)
Reboli is board-certified in both internal medicine and infectious diseases, with more than 180 peer-reviewed publications and $15 million in research funding. Her four-decade career in health care, education and community service includes key leadership roles, numerous teaching and research awards, and chairing the LCME in 2023-24. CMSRU earned the AAMC’s prestigious Spencer Foreman Award for Community Engagement during her tenure.
Dana Redd
President/CEO, Camden Community Partnership
Previously Camden’s mayor, Redd oversees the nonprofit aiming to be the catalyst for the city’s preservation and growth. She is responsible for implementing the strategic plan and managing a diversified special-project portfolio that includes neighborhood initiatives, public infrastructure and business development.
President/CEO, Camden Community Partnership
Previously Camden’s mayor, Redd oversees the nonprofit aiming to be the catalyst for the city’s preservation and growth. She is responsible for implementing the strategic plan and managing a diversified special-project portfolio that includes neighborhood initiatives, public infrastructure and business development.
Christina M. Renna
President & CEO, Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ)
Renna directly oversees CCSNJ’s work in public policy, education and workforce development, membership growth and retention, and overall member experience. She serves on the board of several nonprofit and community organizations and is also one of 100 chamber executives selected to be on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce CCC100 Committee.
President & CEO, Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ)
Renna directly oversees CCSNJ’s work in public policy, education and workforce development, membership growth and retention, and overall member experience. She serves on the board of several nonprofit and community organizations and is also one of 100 chamber executives selected to be on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce CCC100 Committee.
Michael Renna
President and CEO, South Jersey Industries (SJI)
Renna leads one of New Jersey’s most prominent energy infrastructure companies. Under his leadership, SJI has strengthened its focus on supporting the state’s vision of a clean-energy future while upholding the company’s longstanding commitment to delivering safe, reliable, affordable clean energy to over 700,000
natural gas customers
via SJI Utilities.
President and CEO, South Jersey Industries (SJI)
Renna leads one of New Jersey’s most prominent energy infrastructure companies. Under his leadership, SJI has strengthened its focus on supporting the state’s vision of a clean-energy future while upholding the company’s longstanding commitment to delivering safe, reliable, affordable clean energy to over 700,000
natural gas customers
via SJI Utilities.
Andrew Saporito
Executive Director & CEO, South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
After a distinguished 38-year tenure at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Saporito joined SJPC in 2019, leading the organization through transformative growth. His forward-looking leadership continues positioning SJPC as a vital, resilient hub for international trade.
Executive Director & CEO, South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
After a distinguished 38-year tenure at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Saporito joined SJPC in 2019, leading the organization through transformative growth. His forward-looking leadership continues positioning SJPC as a vital, resilient hub for international trade.
Lauren Seery
Executive Director, Gloucester County Chamber of Commerce (GCCC)
A South Jersey native, Seery joined the GCCC team as executive director earlier this year. She is responsible for operational oversight, strategic initiatives and membership programs while leading a collaborative effort to grow, strengthen and spotlight Gloucester County’s business community.
Executive Director, Gloucester County Chamber of Commerce (GCCC)
A South Jersey native, Seery joined the GCCC team as executive director earlier this year. She is responsible for operational oversight, strategic initiatives and membership programs while leading a collaborative effort to grow, strengthen and spotlight Gloucester County’s business community.
Michele Siekerka, Esq.
President and CEO, New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA)
Siekerka advocates on behalf of statewide businesses for policies that will make The Garden State more affordable and regionally competitive. A collaborative leader, she also heads the NJBIA-established New Jersey Business Coalition, which comprises more than 100 business and nonprofit associations.
President and CEO, New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA)
Siekerka advocates on behalf of statewide businesses for policies that will make The Garden State more affordable and regionally competitive. A collaborative leader, she also heads the NJBIA-established New Jersey Business Coalition, which comprises more than 100 business and nonprofit associations.
Gary D. St. Hilaire
Chairman, President & CEO, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Throughout his nearly 35-year career as a health care executive, entrepreneur and financial leader, St. Hilaire has stressed the importance of leadership and corporate citizenship while driving innovation with patient-focused care models, growth in ancillary services and leading-edge data analytics.
Chairman, President & CEO, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Throughout his nearly 35-year career as a health care executive, entrepreneur and financial leader, St. Hilaire has stressed the importance of leadership and corporate citizenship while driving innovation with patient-focused care models, growth in ancillary services and leading-edge data analytics.
Matt Sullivan
COO, The Michaels Organization
As COO, Sullivan has overarching responsibility for Michaels’ property and asset management operations, risk management, refinance and dispositions platforms, key corporate support functions, and he plays a pivotal role ensuring the organization’s efficiency, scalability and continued success.
COO, The Michaels Organization
As COO, Sullivan has overarching responsibility for Michaels’ property and asset management operations, risk management, refinance and dispositions platforms, key corporate support functions, and he plays a pivotal role ensuring the organization’s efficiency, scalability and continued success.
Tim Sullivan
CEO, New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)
Sullivan became CEO of the NJEDA in February 2018. During his tenure, Sullivan has led the NJEDA’s transformation into a comprehensive economic development organization dedicated to implementing Gov. Phil Murphy’s vision for a stronger and fairer economy.
CEO, New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)
Sullivan became CEO of the NJEDA in February 2018. During his tenure, Sullivan has led the NJEDA’s transformation into a comprehensive economic development organization dedicated to implementing Gov. Phil Murphy’s vision for a stronger and fairer economy.
Antonio D. Tillis, Ph.D
Chancellor, Rutgers University–Camden
Tillis has served in his leadership role since 2021, advancing the school’s national rankings while tirelessly championing the importance of research, student success and community engagement. An internationally recognized scholar of Afro-Hispanic studies and a Fulbright Fellow, he has authored influential books and articles. Tillis launched Rutgers–Camden’s “15-in-5” Strategic Initiatives and 2023–2028 Strategic Plan to position the university for lasting excellence.
Chancellor, Rutgers University–Camden
Tillis has served in his leadership role since 2021, advancing the school’s national rankings while tirelessly championing the importance of research, student success and community engagement. An internationally recognized scholar of Afro-Hispanic studies and a Fulbright Fellow, he has authored influential books and articles. Tillis launched Rutgers–Camden’s “15-in-5” Strategic Initiatives and 2023–2028 Strategic Plan to position the university for lasting excellence.
Manny Tocco
COO, Business Banking, Citizens
Tocco is a seasoned executive and transformational leader with over 20 years’ experience across commercial, business and retail banking. He leads a division serving more than 340,000 customers, managing $8.5 billion in commitments and $22 billion in deposits.
COO, Business Banking, Citizens
Tocco is a seasoned executive and transformational leader with over 20 years’ experience across commercial, business and retail banking. He leads a division serving more than 340,000 customers, managing $8.5 billion in commitments and $22 billion in deposits.
Joseph Tredinnick
Market President, Fulton Bank
Tredinnick recently joined Fulton Bank in a role serving both Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, bringing over 30 years of banking and financial leadership experience. His focus will be on overseeing strategic growth, building client relationships and deepening community partnerships by supporting the financial needs of businesses and individuals.
Market President, Fulton Bank
Tredinnick recently joined Fulton Bank in a role serving both Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, bringing over 30 years of banking and financial leadership experience. His focus will be on overseeing strategic growth, building client relationships and deepening community partnerships by supporting the financial needs of businesses and individuals.
Fred Wasiak
President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ)
With more than 35 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, including tenures with the YMCA and as a leadership consultant, Wasiak brings a people-centered approach to his role with FBSJ. He has led the organization through major growth, including a doubling in size and an expanded presence across the region.
President & CEO, Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ)
With more than 35 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, including tenures with the YMCA and as a leadership consultant, Wasiak brings a people-centered approach to his role with FBSJ. He has led the organization through major growth, including a doubling in size and an expanded presence across the region.
Robert B. White
President & CEO, 1st Colonial Community Bank
White has spent almost 40 years in the banking and commercial finance industry. Prior to joining 1st Colonial, he served in a number of executive management roles, most recently as chief risk officer for a large regional bank in Pennsylvania.
President & CEO, 1st Colonial Community Bank
White has spent almost 40 years in the banking and commercial finance industry. Prior to joining 1st Colonial, he served in a number of executive management roles, most recently as chief risk officer for a large regional bank in Pennsylvania.
Jason Wolf
Managing Principal, Wolf Commercial Real Estate (WCRE)
With 30 years in commercial real estate brokerage and advisory services, Wolf is both founder and managing principal of WCRE. Known for delivering value through the likes of strategic marketing and branding, he’s a trusted advisor to local, regional and national companies, with expertise spanning the office, retail, medical, industrial and investment sectors.
Managing Principal, Wolf Commercial Real Estate (WCRE)
With 30 years in commercial real estate brokerage and advisory services, Wolf is both founder and managing principal of WCRE. Known for delivering value through the likes of strategic marketing and branding, he’s a trusted advisor to local, regional and national companies, with expertise spanning the office, retail, medical, industrial and investment sectors.
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