CIANJ & Commerce Magazine Welcomed Governor Mikie Sherrill to 99th Annual Meeting & Luncheon
October 27th, 2026 (Cranford, NJ) — The Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) and Commerce Magazine welcomed The Honorable Mikie Sherrill, Governor of the State of New Jersey, as a keynote speaker at their 99th Annual Meeting & Luncheon on Friday, October 23rd, at Westmount Country Club in Woodland Park, NJ.
Governor Sherrill discussed her economic plans for New Jersey and the importance of the film and television industry to the state’s economy, highlighting the opportunities available to businesses as New Jersey continues to develop its entertainment industry.
“CIANJ and Commerce Magazine were honored to welcome Governor Sherrill to our 99th Annual Meeting & Luncheon,” said Anthony Russo, President of CIANJ. “New Jersey’s economic future depends on creating opportunities for businesses across industries, and the film and television sector offers exciting possibilities for our members and the broader business community.”
The program also featured Tom Bernard, Commissioner of the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission and Co-President and Co-Founder of Sony Pictures Classics, and David Smith, Vice Chair of the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission and Partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group.
Bernard and Smith explored New Jersey’s growing film and television industry and the opportunities it presents for businesses throughout the state. From vendors and service providers to property owners, investors and business partners, companies across a wide range of industries can play a role in supporting film and television productions.
The event brought together business leaders and CIANJ members for networking and discussion about the state’s economic outlook, the business community’s role in economic growth, and the opportunities emerging across New Jersey.
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About CIANJ:
The mission of CIANJ is to be the leader in free enterprise advocacy, fostering an economic climate that enhances business potential through education, legislative vigilance, and membership interaction, thereby making New Jersey a better state in which to live, work, and conduct business. Over time, CIANJ has learned that the real value of a business association lies in the relationships built and the resources shared. CIANJ’s forums and business councils are arenas that bring together the brightest minds across professional disciplines in the key areas that affect every business in the state. From finance and healthcare to human resources and the environment, there is always something to learn—or something to share—in our association. To keep up to date with all things CIANJ, visit cianj.org or follow CIANJ on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, and YouTube.
About Commerce:
Commerce magazine, the flagship publication of CIANJ, reaches more than 40,000 business leaders. Established in 1968, Commerce is dedicated to covering key business trends and issues and advocating for New Jersey’s business community. In addition to being mailed to senior executives at New Jersey companies, a digital edition is e-mailed to CIANJ members, as well as posted on the CIANJ and Commerce websites. In 2024, Commerce partnered with the TAPinto network adding the potential to reach more than two million NJ TAPinto digital readers. Explore more at CommerceMagazineNJ.com, sign up for weekly newsletters, or follow Commerce’s LinkedIn page.
