The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors on December 12 elected six new board members. These accomplished leaders, from a variety of industries and regions across the state, will contribute to the Chamber's mission of fostering a dynamic and thriving business environment in New Jersey.

The new board members are:  

  • Andrew G. Agger, Senior Vice President and Middle Market Banking Executive, Fulton Bank
  • Richard Butkus Jr., President and Managing Partner, Control Point Associates, Inc.
  • Chuck Cerniglia, Executive Director, United Healthcare of New Jersey
  • Terrill Jordan, President and CEO, Regional Cancer Care Associates
  • Karen Patruno Sheehy, Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer, Intra-Cellular Therapies
  • Michael Sommer, Chief Development Officer, Kushner

"There are many opportunities and challenges facing New Jersey – and these individuals will provide counsel and expertise as we work together to ensure the state reaches its full economic potential," said Thomas Bracken, president & CEO of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. “They will be joining a Board with an already impressive group of New Jersey business leaders.”

The board provides guidance to chamber staff on policy issues affecting New Jersey’s short- and long-term economic growth. There is a special emphasis on matters involving Economic Development & Taxation; Education and Workforce Development;  Environment and Energy; Government Reform; Health Care; and Transportation.

The full board list can be found here: https://njchamber.com/about/board-of-directors

News Releases

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Wednesday, May 06, 2026
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Tuesday, March 31, 2026
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026
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Friday, March 06, 2026
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Thursday, February 26, 2026
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Media Contacts

Scott Goldstein
New Jersey Chamber of Commerce
scott@njchamber.com
609-989-7888 x113
Cell: 609-220-0836


Kevin Friedlander
New Jersey Chamber of Commerce
kevin.friedlander@njchamber.com
609-789-5263


2026 NJ Chamber Events

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: Double Tree By Hilton, Monroe
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.
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

2027 NJ Chamber Events

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