ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Gary Taffet
Gary TaffetManaging memberAcrisure NJHe is a managing member of a Acrisure NJ, a major regional hub for Acrisure, a top-10 global fintech and insurance brokerage.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Dax Strohmeyer
Dax StrohmeyerCEO and PresidentTriangle Manufacturing CompanyHe heads up this third-generation family-owned contract manufacturer specializing in precision-machined medical implants and instruments.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Steven Silverstein
Steven SilversteinCEOSpencer Spirit HoldingsHe leads two brands under one company; Spencer Gifts, a novelty retailer for young adults Superstores LLC, a major seasonal pop-up retailer.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Marcus Samuelsson
Marcus SamuelssonOwner & chefVibe BBQA world-renowned, James Beard Award-winning celebrity chef and restauranteur, he opened Vibe BBQ in Newark in 2024, and features house-smoked meets, ribs and brisket.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Gail Friedberg Rottenstrich
Gail Friedberg RottenstrichCo-Founder / TrusteeZAGO Manufacturing / NJBIAA leading voice for sustainable manufacturing and diverse representation in industry she champions innovation workforce development supply-chain resilience and pro-business policy
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Lilia Rios
Lilia RiosCo-founderLa Providencia; NuukuLa Providencia supplies authentic handmade artisan products to over 22 states. Nuuku is a boutique hotel in the Riviera Maya.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Mike Ricketts
Mike RickettsCEOQuality Packaging Specialists InternationalHis company is an industry leader in contract packaging and supply chain management.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Gus Penaranda
Gus PenarandaPresident and CEOEvolvere ConsultingHe leads this Jersey City-based, LGBTQ+ business coalition and consulting firm. The company focuses on supporting small businesses, particularly in preparation for the 2026 World Cup.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Dina Opici
Dina OpiciPresidentOpici Family DistributingShe oversees the operations for this fourth-generation family-owned wine and spirits wholesaler.
ROI Influencers Power List 2026: Executives – N.J. — Valerie Montecalvo
Valerie MontecalvoPresident; Founder & CEOBayshore Recycling Corp.She leads a large-scale recycling and waste management facility. Bayshore Recycling and its family of companies consists of nine separate recycling operations within a 58 acre eco-complex and...
