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New Jersey Means Business: Gov. Sherrill Delivers a Bold Vision for Our Economic Future
New Jersey has long been home to a strong and diverse business community, world-class talent and industries that drive innovation and economic growth. Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s new economic development strategy builds on those strengths while charting an ambitious course to make our state even more competitive, affordable and welcoming to businesses of all sizes.
On Tuesday, Gov. Sherrill took an important step toward realizing that vision.
I attended the governor’s announcement of her “New Jersey Means Business” economic development strategy, and the enthusiasm and energy in the room were unmistakable. But what impressed me most was that this strategy addresses what New Jersey’s business community has been saying for years.
Statement on Sherrill Administration’s “New Jersey Means Business” Economic Development Strategy
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce commends Governor Sherrill and her administration for developing a comprehensive, four-part economic strategy focused on improving our business climate, strengthening our competitiveness, creating quality jobs and expanding economic opportunity. The results of the recent election made one thing clear: New Jersey residents are focused on the economy and affordability. Meeting those concerns requires a strong, growing economy that provides residents with good-paying jobs and creates an environment where businesses want to stay, invest, expand and create new opportunities. We are encouraged by the administration’s commitment to making New Jersey more business-friendly and competitive. We join the broader business community in looking forward to partnering with the administration to turn this strategy into meaningful action and measurable results. New Jersey’s economic future depends on the success of this effort and our collective ability to ensure that economic growth and opportunity reach residents and businesses in every corner of our state.
George Helmy, executive at RWJBarnabas Health, is named to NJ Chamber’s Executive Committee
The NJ Chamber Board also elects seven new board members
George Helmy, Executive Vice President and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at RWJBarnabas Health, has been named to the Executive Committee of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s Board of Directors confirmed the appointment at its Oct. 15 meeting.
New Jersey’s economic future demands bold leadership – and a partnership for growth
New Jersey has all the ingredients to be one of the most competitive states in the nation. We have a highly educated workforce, world-class universities, a strategic location, a thriving innovation economy and access to some of the world’s largest markets.
What we need now is a bold economic growth strategy that leverages those assets, challenges the status quo and restores New Jersey’s reputation as a premier destination for business investment and job creation. Just as importantly, that strategy must create economic opportunities across every sector of our economy.
As we await the Sherrill administration’s economic development plan, we have an opportunity to set a new course for our state. But the plan must be more than a collection of promising ideas. It must establish ambitious, measurable objectives, realistic strategies, clear accountability and, most importantly, a sense of urgency.
2026 NJ Chamber Events
- Panel 1 — 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
From Education to Employment: Strengthening New Jersey’s Talent Pipeline
- Panel 1 — 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Building New Jersey’s Healthcare Workforce
2027 NJ Chamber Events
