Gov. Mikie Sherrill today signed legislation that strengthens protections for patients seeking and healthcare professionals providing reproductive healthcare services in New Jersey. The legislation, S2260/A2218, also expands New Jersey’s existing Shield Law protections to include gender-affirming care, protecting patients and providers from malicious out-of-state legal actions. “We have seen…
Thirty-five young adults were recently recognized by The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EASRCC) for completing the Carpenters Apprentice Ready Program (CARP) during a ceremony at the EAS Carpenters Technical Center. The graduation marks an important milestone in Big Picture Learning’s work with EASRCC and the Carpenter Contractor Trust (CCT) to prepare students for […] The…
Dress for Success Central New Jersey (DFSCNJ) has announced that its chief executive officer, Melissa Tenzer, has been appointed executive strategic advisor for Dress for Success Worldwide and Dress for Success Greater New York City. In this leadership role, Tenzer will work alongside the Greater New York City affiliate and the global organization to help […] The post Tenzer Receives Strategic…
Stockton University announced it will offer several new academic options beginning this fall, including new certificates in entrepreneurship and business management fundamentals in hospitality to meet the growing demand from students and the community. Both certificates are in the School of Business but open to all students regardless of their major. The Entrepreneurship Certificate consists […]…
MetLife Stadium announced that Ron VanDeVeen will transition to a new role after a 10-year run as the venue’s president and CEO. He will assume the newly created position of chief programming officer, while Mark Stefanacci will be promoted from his current role of chief operating officer and general counsel to the position of president […] The post MetLife Stadium Announces Executive Leadership…
The Sharing Network Foundation has announced the election of its 2026–2027 Board Officers, who will help lead strategic fundraising and resource development efforts in support of NJ Sharing Network, the federally designated nonprofit responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue in New Jersey. Through philanthropic support, the Sharing Network Foundation helps advance clinical…
Secaucus University Hospital announced that Dr. Johnson Ho performed a two-level basivertebral nerve ablation using Medtronic’s new ViaVerte™ Basivertebral Nerve Ablation System, marking a key milestone as the first use of the technology in the New York/New Jersey area. This minimally invasive procedure uses targeted heat to disable pain-sensing nerves, with the goal of providing […] The post…
The Research & Development Council of New Jersey (Council) announced the honorees of the 2026 Edison Patent Awards, New Jersey’s highest distinction for invention and innovation. This year’s awards recognize 15 award-winning patents from 13 organizations, along with five distinguished individual honors presented to eight leaders whose vision, leadership, and groundbreaking work continue to…
Local leaders, small business owners, and community partners gathered this week at First Presbyterian Church for “Newark and the World Cup: A Community Debrief,” convened by the Newark Regional Business Partnership (NRBP). The discussion celebrated Newark’s accomplishments during the 39-day World Cup Newark Fan Village while also taking an honest look at the lessons learned, […] The post NRBP…
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that small businesses across the energy production supply chain are now eligible for a new 90% Energy Guarantee through the SBA International Trade Loan (ITL) Program. Established as part of SOP 50 10 8.1, the enhanced guarantee encourages participating lenders to unleash private investment in energy production, distribution, grid…
The American Water Charitable Foundation has awarded $75,000 in Workforce Readiness and STEM Education grants to four nonprofit organizations serving communities across New Jersey. The Workforce Readiness and STEM Education grants are part of the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, focusing on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. These…
Franklin Lakes-based BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a leading global medical technology company, announced that Gary Sorsher has been named executive vice president and chief quality officer, effective September 8. Sorsher brings more than 30 years of experience leading quality organizations across world-class MedTech companies. Most recently, he served as chief quality officer at Edwards […]…
Tinton Falls-based Commvault announced advancements to its Cloud Rewind security platform, expanding Microsoft Azure resource coverage for configuration protection and recovery. The expansion will help organizations more rapidly restore cloud applications and the resources that support them. As a cloud-native security platform, Commvault Cloud Rewind simplifies and accelerates cloud disaster…
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) voted to award 16 projects totaling 52.06 megawatts (MW) in the first solicitation of its Dual-Use Pilot Agrivoltaics program. Established under the Dual-Use Solar Energy Act of 2021, the program is being implemented by NJBPU in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, the Department of Environmental Protection, the State…
Rowan University’s William G. Rohrer College of Business (RCB) will launch a new 30-credit Master of Business Administration pathway beginning in fall 2026, expanding options for students seeking a flexible, high-quality graduate business education. The new option complements Rowan’s established 36-credit MBA and responds to growing demand for MBA programs that can be completed more […] The post…