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The Next 250: New Jersey Powers America's Future event logo

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The Palace at Somerset Park

The Next 250: New Jersey Powers America’s Future is a landmark celebration recognizing the companies, innovators, and leaders that have propelled New Jersey — and the nation — forward over the past 250 years. As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, this event will spotlight the state’s extraordinary contributions to industry, innovation, and economic growth, while looking ahead to the next 250 years of progress. This event will recognize individuals and organizations from New Jersey’s past, present, and future.

Registration and more information coming soon.

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Cancellation Policy: A $25 administrative fee will be assessed to all cancellations. Refunds can only be issued for cancellations requested no later than 7 days prior to the event.

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2026 NJ Chamber Events

May 7
Young Professionals Event
Networking Mixer
Where: Livana Luxury Rentals, East Hanover
When:  5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Free to participate. Open to all young professionals.
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May 14
Networking
Member Networking Breakfast
Where: Metro Exhibits, Pine Brook
When: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Free to members
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May 18
15th Annual
NJ Chamber Challenge Cup Golf Outing
Where: Bedens Brook Club, Skillman
Shotgun Start: noon
More Info
May 26
Business Roundtable Series
Breakfast with Senators Zwicker & Testa
Where: National Conference Center, East Windsor
When: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
$80 member  & non member
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Jun 4
NJM Small Business Series
AI for Business: Practical Tools to Save Time, Boost Productivity and Grow
Where: Virtual Event
When: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Free to participate
Jun 11
29th Annual
NJ Chamber Open House and Reception
Where: New Jersey State Museum, Trenton
When: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
More info
Jul 22
Networking
Member Mixer
Where: Livana Luxury Rentals, East Hanover
When: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Free to members
Sep 1
Networking
Member Networking Breakfast 
Where: UMC Foundation, Neptune
When: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Free to members
Sep 10
NJM Small Business Series
Protecting Your Brand – Reputation & Risk Management in a Digital Age
Where: Virtual Event
When: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Free to participate
Sep 16
Business Roundtable Series
Breakfast with NJDEP Commissioner Ed Potosnak
Where: TBD
When: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
$80 member  & non member
Oct 7
The Next 250: New Jersey Powers America’s Future
Where: The Palace at Somerset Park
When: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
More Info
Oct 21
Business Roundtable Series
State of Transportation Breakfast
  • Steve Dilts
    COO, Chief Operating Officer, New Jersey Turnpike Authority
  • Kris Kolluri
    President/CEO, NJ TRANSIT & Executive Director, NJTA
  • Asm. Clinton Calabrese
    Chair, Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee
  • Priya Jain
    Commissioner, NJDOT
  • Sam Donelson
    EVP, East Region Chief Executive, AECOMEVP, East Region Chief Executive, AECOM
Where: National Conference Center, East Windsor
When: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
$80 member  or non member
Oct 22
Networking
Women of Inspiration Awards Reception
Where: National Conference Center, E. Windsor
When: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Nov 12
NJM Small Business Series
Cybersecurity for Employers – Protecting Your Business, Employees, and Customer Data
Where: Virtual Event
When: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Free to participate
Dec 10
Networking
Annual Member Holiday Party
Where: Calandra's Italian Village, Caldwell
When: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Free to members

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Feb 4&5
Premier Event
Walk to Washington & Congressional Reception
Where: Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, DC
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