South Jersey

New Jersey access to healthcare touted, disparities remain

Writer: Esteban Pages 3 min read November 2023 — New Jersey’s healthcare ecosystem has developed into a leader in cancer treatment while continuing to expand...
U.S. senate race in New Jersey grows with first lady Tammy Murphy’s bid
2 min read November 2023 — On Wednesday, New Jersey’s first lady Tammy Murphy announced she’ll be running for U.S. Senate in next year’s election,...
Q3 Northern business sentiment points to slow down
Writer: Ryan Gandolfo 3 min read October 2023 — The past quarter showed a continuation of major trends as business...
Cape May addresses environmental and economic concerns over Ocean Wind 1 Project
Writer: Ryan Gandolfo 2 min read October 2023 — New Jersey’s offshore wind development has come under fire as Cape...
Atlantic City casinos see shifting revenues and slower 2023
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read September 2023 — Atlantic City casinos have mostly recovered profitability to 2019 levels, however...
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes hospital renovations to be reviewed
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read August 2023 — Virtua Health is planning a new six-story tower at its Our...
Inspira Health and Cooper University partner for Cooper and Inspira Neurosciences
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read August 2023 — Cooper University Health and Inspira Health have once again partnered, announcing...
Northern Business Sentiment Survey captures market uncertainty
Writer: Ryan Gandolfo 4 min read July 2023 — The inaugural Capital Analytics Business Sentiment Survey (CABSS) of 50-plus public...
Bank consolidation continues with First Bank, Malvern Bancorp merger
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read July 2023 — Hamilton-based First Bank has completed its acquisition of Malvern Bancorp on...
New Jersey’s offshore wind development reaches new milestone
Writer: Esteban Pages 3 min read July 2023 — If harnessed properly, offshore wind power has the potential to virtually...
Atlantic and Cape May County organizers, lawmakers push back on offshore wind
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read June 2023 — As New Jersey ramps up its offshore wind ambitions, local groups...
Republic Bank cuts costs, reduces headcount amidst focus on profitability
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read June 2023 — Republic Bank is consolidating locations and reducing its headcount.  Republic First...
Atlantic Shores South Wind Project releases environmental review
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read May 2023 – The Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind South Project reached a critical milestone...
Tourism boost expected as a result of Atlantic City’s new waterpark
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read May 2023— Atlantic City is about to welcome the largest beachfront waterpark in the...
Healthcare M&A: Virtua and Reconstructive Orthopedics to merge
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read April 2023— In the latest example of both the competitive nature of the healthcare...
Rutgers University’s ongoing strike comes amidst heightened national labor tensions
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read   April 2023— For the first time in the university’s 257-year history, Rutgers faculty are...
Vineland getting Mike Trout-approved, Tiger Woods-designed golf course
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read   March 2023— Vineland’s getting its own Mike Trout-approved, Tiger Woods-designed golf course and country...
SVB failed this weekend. New Jersey didn’t.
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read  March 2023— Silicon Valley Bank failed. New Jersey responded.  Starting on midday Friday and...
Navigating an unorthodox market with perspective and intent
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New Jersey makes strong push for development of cannabis industry
Writer: Esteban Pages 3 min read February 2023 — Across the U.S.,19 states have legalized both medical and recreational marijuana...
New Jersey accelerates clean energy agenda
Writer: Ryan Gandolfo 2 min read February 2023 — New Jersey is accelerating towards a greener future as Gov. Phil...
Leaders agree: labor, recruitment and retention strategies key pillars of South Jersey’s growth
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What the Temporary Workers’ Bill of Rights means for the New Jersey workforce
Writer: Esteban Pagés 2 min read February 2023 — In a significant move to support vulnerable workers in the Garden...
Invest: South Jersey 2022-2023 Launch Conference tackles talent, growth and a shifting environment
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South Jersey leaders on market strategies and outcomes
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read   January 2023 — With the annual Invest: South Jersey launch conference only a few...
Violence intervention programs receive $10 million grant in New Jersey
Writer: Vittorio Parravano 2 min read January 2023 — Last Friday, Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration announced a $10 million grant...
What Array’s successful fundraising means for the future of telehealth
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read January 2023— Mount Laurel-based Array Behavioral Care’s latest fundraising round demonstrates increased demand and...
Cannabis advocate set to lead no-cost business training program for small businesses
Writer: Vittorio Parravano 2 min read January 2023 — Cannabis startups in New Jersey are another step closer to receiving...
Invest: South Jersey’s in-person Launch Conference to highlight regional economic growth
2 min read December 2022 — South Jersey’s economy is on the move and, while challenges remain, the region’s path...
South Jersey leaders weigh in on outlook for 2023
  Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read   December 2022— Across South Jersey, numerous developments are underway that require the region...
2023 Spotlight: Balancing development and character in South Jersey
Writer: Joshua Andino 3 min read   December 2022—New Jersey is on the up — and while the state continues its...
How to make lasting memories this Thanksgiving in South Jersey
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read  November 2022— The holidays are upon us, and for a state as diverse as...
What’s next for the Glassboro-Camden Line?
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read November 2022 — With the selection of South Jersey Transit Partners to provide engineering...
Spotlight On: Tim Kroll, Airport Director, Atlantic City International Airport
2 min read October 2022 — The Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) conducts commercial and general aviation operations, offering air...
South Jersey’s banks respond to a shifting rate environment
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read October 2022 — While inflation remains a primary concern for businesses of all stripes,...
New Jersey announces latest economic development grant to bolster manufacturing
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read October 2022— New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced a new Manufacturing Voucher Program earlier...
Spotlight On: David Patriarca, Mayor, Pemberton Township
2 min read October 2022 — Development, a military mega-base and attracting tech companies are the key ingredients that Pemberton...
The Camden Comeback: CCTS $14 million groundbreaking latest in line of local investments
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read October 2022 — Camden County Technical School’s (CCTS) new $14 million expansion of its...
Spotlight On: Mike Renna, President & CEO, South Jersey Industries
2 min read October 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Mike Renna, president and CEO of energy services holding...
Spotlight On: Larry Sieg, President & CEO, Meet AC
2 min read September 2022 — Larry Sieg, president and CEO of Atlantic City’s group sales and marketing organization Meet...
NJEDA to invest up to $1 million in MWBE innovation fund
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read September 2022— The New Jersey Economic Development Authority approved investing up to $1 million into...
Spotlight On: Joseph Marbach, President, Georgian Court University
3 min read September 2022 — In an interview with Invest:, Dr. Joseph R. Marbach, president of Georgian Court University,...
Philadelphia’s growing South Jersey suburbs
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read September 2022 — For those moving out of the center of Philadelphia and into...
Spotlight On: Gerard Velazquez, President & CEO, The Authority
4 min read September 2022 — The Cumberland County Improvement Authority (The Authority), an economic development and redevelopment agency serving...
Net-zero: New Jersey energy leaders share their progress
Writer: Joey Garrand 5 min read September 2022 — As New Jersey inches closer to 2050, the due date for...
Premier Partnership promises job growth and workforce relief
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read September 2022 — Inspira Health’s Premier Partnership with Rowan College of South Jersey provides...
Spotlight On: Kris Singh, President & CEO, Holtec International
3 min read August 2022 — Based in Camden, New Jersey, Holtec International designs, manufactures and supplies equipment and systems...
Spotlight On: Jessica Rafeh, Mayor, Pennsauken Township
3 min read August 2022 — Jessica Rafeh, mayor of Pennsauken Township, shared with Invest: what makes Pennsauken a great...
Spotlight On: Ali Houshmand, President, Rowan University
3 min read August 2022 — With Invest:, Ali Houshmand, president of Rowan University, discussed the evolution of higher education...
Spotlight On: Dean Paranicas, President & CEO, HealthCare Institute of New Jersey
3 min read August 2022 — Invest: interviewed Dean Paranicas, president and CEO of the HealthCare Institute of New Jersey,...
Inflation ‘No. 1 issue’ in today’s business landscape
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read August 2022 — While consumer prices decreased in parts of New Jersey last month,...
pride month
RainbowWashing: Are some companies faking LGBTQ+ support?
Writer: Sara Suarez  2 min read June  2022 — During Pride Month, now underway, many companies change their logos to...
Panel to address needs after NJ poll shows high percentage of people with mental health issues
Writer: Sara Suárez 2 min read May 2022 — Following the release of a poll showing a rise in mental...
Mary Ann Boccolini
Leading the advancement of life-enhancing care
Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice touches the lives of more than 12,000 patients each year. With Invest:Insights, President and CEO Mary...
South Jersey
Invest: South Jersey 2022 to showcase post-pandemic expansion
Writer: Sara Suárez 2 min read May 2022— After successfully releasing a comprehensive business intelligence report for the region in...
Lauren Moore
Getting creative with economic diversification
Atlantic County’s economy has historically been reliant upon travel, tourism and leisure, and thus the pandemic presented great challenges for...
cannabis new jersey
Reducing inequality and increasing economic opportunity through cannabis
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read April 2022 —  Starting tomorrow, dispensaries around New Jersey will be allowed to sell...
Brian Sweeny
Adapting to evolving healthcare dynamics
https://youtu.be/TN29edZoeCQ   The past few years have permanently transformed the dynamics of the healthcare industry in a variety of ways....
marketing
What makes a successful marketing strategy? Connection and a human touch
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read April 2022 —  As companies continually need to compete for the hearts and minds...
Dennis Pullin
Pushing towards a more affordable healthcare industry
https://youtu.be/jy_7emSmCqg   The need for change in the healthcare system is widely publicized and is a top priority throughout the...
New Jersey tuition
New Jersey tuition improves, challenges remain
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read February 2022 — While headlines emphasize rising costs in higher education, colleges and universities...
Camden New Jersey
Time for Camden to capitalize on momentum
Writer: Caty Hirst 3 min read January 2022 — Over the last few years, Camden has made great strides in...
hospitality sector
Hospitality industry breathes easier as statewide relief approved
Writer: Joshua Andino  2 min read  January 2022 — Although the omicron variant of the coronavirus remains a concern, those...
christmas
Cookies and milk, battleships and planetariums: The holidays in South Jersey
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read December 2021 — The skies get dark early, the hot chocolate is piping and...
thanksgiving
What to do over Thanksgiving: 4 ideas for South Jersey
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read November 2021 — Thanksgiving marks the turn of the holiday season, and with that...
Bucks County tourism
Tourism and hospitality sitting at the heart of the economic rebound
Writer: Capital Analytics 2 min read November 2021— At the onset of the pandemic, it quickly became clear that tourism...
schools in new jersey
New Jersey Schools continue to be a strong investment, study finds
Writer: Joshua Andino 2 min read October 2021— A recent study commissioned by the New Jersey Association of State Colleges...
From pumpkins to apple picking, here are South Jersey’s Top 5 Fall Activities
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read October 2021 — With winter on the horizon, individuals and families are looking to...
‘Return and Earn’ incentive program seeks to address labor challenges in New Jersey
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read September 2021 — Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday that companies will be able to...
invest south jersey 2021
Opportunity, shared optimism headline Invest: South Jersey launch
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read September 2021 — Opportunity, solid economic fundamentals and a shared optimism about the future...
thomas edison state university delaware
Customizing the Delaware Valley’s future workforce today
Writer:  Felipe Rivas 2 min read September 2021 — In an ever-changing job market, constant collaboration between educational institutions and...
tech talent
You can’t succeed without tech talent, no matter the industry
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read September 2021 — Never has the world of business been more competitive. At the...
New Jersey Wind Port
Groundbreaking of New Jersey Wind Port is a significant step for New Jersey
Writer: Sara Suarez 2 min read September 2021 — A significant breakthrough for wind power in New Jersey took place...
Cumberland County fires up its economic engines
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read September 2021 — Cumberland County’s economy proved resilient throughout the pandemic. Now, it’s experiencing...
South Jersey
South Jersey is all in on a diversified economy
Writer: Alejandro Sanchez  2 min read September 2021— Counties in South Jersey are embracing a move toward a stronger, more...
Online learning works best for adults
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read August 2021 — The shift to online learning by much of the education system...
Invest: South Jersey 2021
Invest: South Jersey 2021 Launch Conference to shine a light on brighter days ahead
Writer:  Felipe Rivas 2 min read August 2021 — With its proximity to Philadelphia, a strong workforce and growing population,...
renter protection
Cumberland County and New Jersey are taking action to protect renters
Writer: Sara Warden 2 min read August 2021 — As the real estate market across the country continues to heat...
new jersey
Gov. Murphy on business recovery: ‘It’s a mixed picture’
Writer: Joey Garrand 4 min read July 2021 — New Jersey’s business community is recovering from the COVID-induced slowdown but...
Cape May County
Hopes are high for a strong tourism rebound in Cape May County
Writer: Joey Garrand 4 min read June 2021 — As life returns to a new normal, leaders in Cape May...
George Norcross
Spotlight On: George Norcross, Executive Chairman, Conner Strong & Buckelew
2 min read July 2021 — Conner Strong & Buckelew is one of the country’s largest insurance, risk management and...
Gerard Velazquez
Spotlight On: Gerard Velazquez, President & CEO, Cumberland County Improvement Authority
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read July 2021 — The Cumberland County Improvement Authority (The Authority) serves as Cumberland County’s...
south jersey healthcare
How South Jersey leaders are controlling healthcare costs
Writer: Joey Garrand 4 min read April 2021 — As a $4 trillion industry, which would be the fourth-largest economy...
Vincent D'Alessandro
Spotlight On: Vincent D’Alessandro, First Senior Vice President & Regional President, OceanFirst Bank
Writer: Felipe Rivas  2 min read June 2021 — With roots that date back to more than a century of...
Spotlight On: Joe Jingoli, CEO, JINGOLI
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read June 2021 —  Joe Jingoli, CEO of JINGOLI, a general contractor, construction manager and...
South Jersey
South Jersey leaders discuss the future of business travel
Writer: Joey Garrand 5 min read June 2021 — As personal travel picks up speed, the question remains: What will...
Charlie Muracco
Spotlight On: Charlie Muracco, CEO & Principal Consultant, CLM Advisors
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read June 2021 — CLM Advisors is a fiscal management firm that builds business strategies...
Spotlight On: Larry Sieg, President & CEO, Meet AC
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read June 2021 — Meet AC, Atlantic City’s Convention Visitors Bureau, is a non-profit organization...
Rowan College of South Jersey
Higher ed: On the edge of everything that is great
Writer: Joey Garrand 5 min read June 2021 — Higher education in South Jersey is undergoing major shifts and transformations...
Michael Mann
Spotlight On: Michael Mann, Managing Partner, Troutman Pepper
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read June 2021 — Troutman Sanders, founded in 1897, employed approximately 650 attorneys before merging...
Louis Lombardi
Spotlight On: Louis Lombardi, Senior Vice President & Regional Commercial Executive, Fulton Bank
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read June 2021 — As part of Fulton Financial Corporation, a $25 billion financial services...
remote work
Six hundred sixty-one thousand percent and climbing
Writer: Joey Garrand 3 min read May 2021 — Although New Jersey is lifting its mask mandates in line with...
Spotlight On: Stephen Schoch, Managing Principal, Kitchen & Associates
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas 2 min read May 2021 — Stephen Schoch, managing principal of Kitchen & Associates, is very bullish...
Barbara Gaba
Spotlight On: Barbara Gaba, President, Atlantic Cape Community College
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read May 2021 — Higher education is preparing today’s talent for the future of work...
cannabis
From Reefer Madness to Money Magnet
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read May 2021 — Reefer Madness was a compelling film for its time that focused...
Jose Lozano
Spotlight On: Jose Lozano, President & CEO, Choose New Jersey
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read May 2021 — The story of New Jersey is entering a new chapter of...
Spotlight On: Lauren Moore, President, Atlantic County Economic Alliance
Writer: Max Crampton-Thoams  2 min read May 2021 — South Jersey is gearing up for an economic recovery post-COVID that...
Spotlight On: Rick Schwartz, Principal & Managing Partner, Veritas Real Estate
Writer: Max Crampton-Thomas  2 min read April 2021 — Veritas Real Estate provides clients with expertise across all aspects of...
South Jersey leaders share their outlook
Writer: Joey Garrand 4 min read April 2021 — It’s been over a year since the global economic shutdown that...
Itay Ron
Spotlight On: Itay Ron, Investment Director, Faropoint
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read April 2021 — High-density population, last-mile opportunities, and infill location facilities into urban pockets...
New Jersey Wind Port expected to detonate economic boom in Salem County
Writer: Joey Garrand 2 min read April 2021 — Perhaps the most notable development in South Jersey at this time...
Dr. Ali Houshmand
Switching to all online education was just the start, this uni is also tackling community-wide needs
Education in the United States had to quickly adapt and change in the wake of COVID-19, as did the student...

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