ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Megan Cryan
Megan Cryan
Managing director
Kivvit
Works with clients representing a wide range of industries, including health care, labor, higher education, nonprofit, energy and the environment.
Alixon CollazosTed Deutsch
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Christine Stearns
Christine Stearns
Chief government relations officer
N.J. Hospital Association
When the NJHA created this position, they wanted the bestin-class expert in health care issues — so, they quickly went to Stearns.
Monica Slater StokesAdam Steinberger
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Gerry Gibbs
Gerry Gibbs
Founding partner
Capital Impact Group
Highly respected figure in public service with over a decade of legislative, policy and political experience at the local, state and federal level.
Rudy GarciaBrian Hague
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Brian Quigley
Brian Quigley
Vice president, government affairs
Prudential Financial
His long tenure as deputy executive director in Assembly Majority Office, combined with his time at Pru, gives him unique insights into public-private relationships.
Crystal PruittRon Simoncini
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Bill Murray
Bill Murray
Executive vice president and national director, public affairs
MikeWorldWide
Long overdue for a spot on this list, as he brings more than 40 years of experience in directing public relations, public affairs, crisis, issues management...
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Braxton Plummer
Braxton Plummer
Director of N.J. government affairs
Verizon
He’s obviously very active on all issues involving telecommunications — but he also has been impactful in diversity, equity & inclusion efforts around Trenton.
Cristina PinzonCrystal Pruitt
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Bill Pascrell III
Bill Pascrell III
Partner
Princeton Public Affairs
One of the leading experts in the state — and around the world — on issues surrounding sports betting and cannabis, among other topics.
Bill PalatucciDavid Pascrell
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Cristina Pinzon
Cristina Pinzon
Founder and president
Stateside Affairs
Already a proven force in Trenton, she has 15 years of media and government experience, allowing her to bring creative marketing and unique strategies to a diverse array of issues.
David...
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Uli Diaz
Uli Diaz
Vice president, government affairs
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of N.J.
The state’s largest insurer has had numerous issues and needs in recent years. Diaz has deftly handled all of them.
Ted DeutschBeth Dohm
ROI Influencers: Power List 2023; Govt. & Public Affairs — Bob Zito
Bob Zito
Founder and managing partner
Zito Partners
His unique experience (stops at Bristol Myers Squibb, New York Stock Exchange and Sony) allows him to bring a unique perspective — and solutions — to any situation.
Robin WaltonGuillermo...
