- 2017-01-25
N.J. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO
Thomas Bracken's Statement on the passing of Caren Franzini
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Caren Franzini. Caren was a stalwart in the area of economic development and her accomplishments over many decades had an enormous positive impact on our state's business climate.
Among her many achievements was leading the New Jersey Economic Development Authority to its premier status nationally. But more than her professional accomplishments, Caren was simply an outstanding person. Always positive, always enthusiastic, always smiling and always willing to help (and most times lead) worthy causes.
Our state has lost one of our finest citizens. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Caren's family, who, along with all of us, will truly miss this wonderful and inspiring woman.
- 2017-01-25
- NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Gov. Chris Christie will be back in Washington on Feb. 16 -- to headline a leading New Jersey political event he skipped last year.
The Republican governor is scheduled to speak that night at the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce's 80th annual "Walk to Washington."
- 2017-01-25
- NJBIZ
Gov. Chris Christie plans on speaking next month at a congressional dinner in Washington, D.C. hosted by the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, NJBIZ has learned.
News of Christie’s upcoming appearance follows an announcement earlier this month that U.S. Sens. Cory Booker and Bob Menendez would also be speaking at the Feb. 16 dinner, which is part of the Chamber’s annual “Walk to Washington” event.
- 2017-01-24
State Senators Sarlo and Oroho:
N.J.'s Estate Tax Repeal Must be Protected
The recently adopted phase-out the New Jersey's estate tax will have to be vigorously defended by supporters, as it is slated to be phased out over the next two budget years, said Democratic Sen. Paul Sarlo and Republican Sen. Steve Oroho during a Jan. 24, 2017, luncheon in East Windsor hosted by the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce.
- 2017-01-10
N.J. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Thomas Bracken's Statement on Gov. Christie's State of the State address
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce applauds Gov. Christie for accomplishing all of the goals he set out in his 2016 State of the State address, including a tax reform package featuring the elimination of the estate tax.
We also applaud the governor's optimistic outlook for New Jersey's economy in 2017. The governor acknowledged that our state is facing other significant unresolved issues, and the state Chamber is ready to work with him and the state Legislature in addressing these issues.
The governor focused most of his speech on the issue he feels is most pressing in the state today, that being drug addiction. He outlined a comprehensive program to aggressively attack this problem which directly or indirectly impacts a significant number of citizens of New Jersey. We salute the governor for the passion and dedication he is showing on this issue.
- 2016-12-10
- NJTV
Host Michael Aron talks with Tom Bracken, and Gordon MacInnes about "Dogs, Deers, and Cars". Examining repercussions of the new transportation trust fund deal, costs of the proposed State House renovations, where the state is headed and honoring the passing of a New Jersey civic leader. Click here to view the video on NJTVonline.org
- 2016-12-08
- Comcast Newsmakers
THE WALK TO WASHINGTON IS FEB. 16 AND 17: It is 14 Amtrak train cars packed with state business and government leaders. So what happens on the train? Find out on this installment of Comcast Newsmakers.
- 2016-12-06
N.J. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Thomas Bracken's Statement on the passing of Al Koeppe
Al Koeppe served as chairman of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce from 1999 to 2001. He previously served as president and COO of PSE&G; CEO of Bell Atlantic-New Jersey; and CEO of the Newark Alliance, the nonprofit organization designed to better the economy of New Jersey's largest city. In 2014, Koeppe was the recipient of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce's first-ever Business Leadership Award.
N.J. Chamber of Commerce President Tom Bracken's statement:
The passing of Al Koeppe is a deep loss to the state, the Chamber, and me personally. Simply said, Al was one of the finest people I had ever met in my career. He always put the interest of others ahead of himself and worked diligently to make our state a better place. The importance of his contributions to the New Jersey community are immeasurable and the example he set as a leader is the standard we should all aspire to achieve. This is a sad day but I know I am speaking for many people in saying that I am grateful for having had Al in my life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.
- 2016-12-06
- NJBIZ STAFF
Al Koeppe was longtime chairman of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. - (FILE PHOTO)
The New Jersey business community is reacting Tuesday to news that former PSE&G President and longtime New Jersey Economic Development Authority Chairman Al Koeppe has died.
- 2016-12-06
- Comcast Newsmakers
Alfred C. Koeppe, business leader and champion for economic development in New Jersey's cities, is the recipient of New Jersey Future's 2016 Smart Growth Awards, Cary Edwards Leadership Award.