From his first day in office, Gov. Murphy talked about creating a stronger and fairer economy. Over the last seven years, in our estimation, he has created the fairest economy in the nation. However, the stronger side of the equation has had considerable less focus. Today’s speech covered a lot of initiatives to make our economy even more fair by continuing what has already transpired over the last seven years. In November’s elections, the overwhelming message from the public was that they wanted change and for government to focus on economic growth and a stronger economy. Neither of those were addressed in today’s speech. We have been saying for many, many months that our economy, and supporting business, needs to be the main focus of the administration and the Legislature. If that does not happen, the initiatives proposed by the governor will have difficulty being funded.

—Tom Bracken, President & CEO, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce

News Releases

Monday, May 05, 2025
See Photos New Jersey is gearing up for what is being touted as the most significant sporting and economic event in its...
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
When Governor Murphy signed the Corporate Transit Fee into law last year, it was pitched as a bold investment in New Jersey’s...
Thursday, April 17, 2025
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors on April 9 elected six new board members. These accomplished leaders,...
Thursday, April 03, 2025
With the dust still settling from President Trump’s tariff announcement yesterday, Neil Bradley, senior vice president and...
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
On March 26, at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, New Jersey Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Tom Bracken...
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce announced that its Young Professionals (YP) Network has established a board of directors...
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
After warnings that the proposed 2026 state budget would contain significant cuts, at first glance, it closely mirrors those...
Friday, February 21, 2025
Council Brings Together New Jersey Business Leaders and State Government Leaders Governor Phil Murphy today announced...
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce is pleased that the U.S. Department of Transportation has put an end to congestion pricing....
Friday, January 31, 2025
Special Guests include Gov. Murphy, U.S. Sens. Booker and Kim, Congressman Smith, New Jersey’s Congressional Delegation and...
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
From his first day in office, Gov. Murphy talked about creating a stronger and fairer economy. Over the last seven years, in...
Monday, January 06, 2025
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce is deeply disappointed by the implementation of congestion pricing in Manhattan, which went...

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


2025 NJ Chamber Events

May 19
14th Annual
NJ Chamber Challenge Cup Golf Tournament
Where: Bedens Brook Club, Skillman
Shotgun Start: noon
May 21
Business Roundtable Series
Breakfast with Speaker Craig Coughlin
Where: National Conference Center, East Windsor
When: 8:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
$55 member | $75 non member
Jun 3
Virtual Reporters' Forum
Previewing New Jersey’s Gubernatorial Primaries & Key Economic Issues
This inciteful discussion will cover New Jersey’s upcoming gubernatorial primaries and the major economic issues shaping the race. Our panel will explore the state's business climate, tax policy, and budget outlook – offering analysis and key context for the months ahead.
Where: Zoom
When: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Free to participate
Jun 12
28th Annual
NJ Chamber Open House and Reception
Where: New Jersey State Museum, Trenton
When: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Jun 18
NJM Small Business Series
Winning the Talent War – Recruitment and Retention Strategies for 2025
Where: Virtual Event
When: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Free to participate
Sep 10
Young Professionals Event
Networking Mixer
Where: NJ Sharing Network, New Providence
When:  5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Free to participate. Open to all young professionals.
Sep 18
Networking
Women of Inspiration Awards Reception
Where: National Conference Center, E. Windsor
When: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Sep 25
Networking
Member Networking Breakfast
Where: New Jersey Audubon, Bernardsville
When: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Free to members
More information coming soon
Oct 22
NJ Chamber Legislative & Business Awards Reception
Where: EisnerAmper, Iselin
When: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Nov 6
DE&I Trailblazer Awards Reception
Co-Hosted by African American Chamber of NJ and NJ Chamber
Where: Pines Manor, Edison
When: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Dec 11
Networking
Annual Member Holiday Party
Where: Calandra's Italian Village, Caldwell
When: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Free to members
More information coming soon

2026 NJ Chamber Events

Mar 24-25
ReNew Jersey Business Summit & Expo 2026
Where: Harrah's Atlantic City
When: Full day event
Note: The Walk to Washington will return in 2027