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Dana Redd CEO Rowan University/Rutgers-Camden board of governors Longtime power player and influencer in Camden, where she previously served as mayor and a state senator. She is now impacting region as head of the Rowan University/Rutgers-Camden board...

Ranjini Poddar Co-founder and CEO Artech Artech, the full-service staffing firm Poddar started in 1992, is now the largest woman-owned information technology staffing company in the U.S. It has more than 10,000 employees globally. The private company...

Calvin Quallis Founder and CEO Scotch Porter Newark-based company, founded in 2015, has become a player in the men’s grooming industry, producing products that enhance a man’s look without killing his wallet. Rodney PriestleySuuchi Ramesh  

Suuchi Ramesh CEO Suuchi Inc. Nationally recognized leader in software and manufacturing, but her greatest influence may be inspiring next generation of females, especially those of color. Ramesh is a prime example of the innovation economy Gov....

Eric Poe CEO Cure Auto Insurance His ads — and billboards — are funny. But he’s dead serious on fight to make auto insurance rates fair for members of underserved communities — who historically have had to...

Lata Reddy Senior vice president Prudential Financial In her role, Reddy harnesses the power of capital markets to drive financial and social mobility through her oversight of Prudential’s $40 million in annual grants and $20 million in...

Nichelle Pace Principal; Vice president Brand Enchanting Media; Camden Business Association  Founder of a culturally responsible creative brand consultancy while serving as a cheerleader and advocate for diversity, equity & inclusion in the media/advertising industry, equity and...

Nellie Pou D-Paterson N.J. Senate She recently was installed as president of the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators. It’s a two-year term. Pou, from Paterson, chairs the Senate Commerce Committee. Lamont RepolletAvonia Richardson-Miller  

Eric Pennington Business administrator City of Newark Recently nominated for a spot on the N.J. Sports and Exposition Authority, he is responsible for Newark’s $600 million budget and the administration of more than 3,000 city employees. Gus PenarandaMarjorie...

Rajiv Parikh Partner Genova Burns His legal expertise and knowledge of the way things work in the state make him a strong asset for Genova Burns — and a go-to person for Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration. Future...