Chip Hallock, the longtime leader of the Newark Regional Business Partnership and a true gentleman, announced he is retiring as the CEO of the organization. Hallock, who has been with the organization since 2000, said the time was right. “Serving with the members, volunteer leaders and staff of NRBP has been an extraordinary privilege for 25 years,” he said. “Whether I was connecting members for their mutual benefit or advocating for public policy, I have found my time here in Newark to be the most interesting and satisfying of my working life. I plan to enjoy my retirement with family and fri ..read more

Fort Lee-based Cross River Bank, known for its Commercial Banking Group and real estate lending platform, on Thursday said it closed over $200 million in originations in the first quarter of the year. True to the company’s history of supporting the needs of the smallest to largest real estate businesses, the team funded deals from $500,000 to $50 million across a combination of asset classes. “Our team has once again risen to the challenge of performing in a tough environment — remaining steadfast in our focus on credit culture and diversification of market share,” Shimon Eisikowicz, executive ..read more

The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce board of directors elected four new board members to three-year terms at its April meeting. The new board members are: Peter Dontas, executive vice president and market executive, New Jersey, Wells Fargo; Dr. Dustin Riccio, CEO and president, St. Joseph’s Health; Eric Seguin, CEO and president, Solix Inc.; Carolyn Welsh, CEO and president, NJ Sharing Network. “There are many opportunities and challenges facing New Jersey — and these individuals will provide counsel and expertise as we work collaboratively to ensure the state reaches its full economic potent ..read more

Vantage Commercial on Wednesday said it successfully signed a multiyear lease for the Clever Fox at the Southwood Shopping Center in West Deptford. Located at 875 Mantua Pike, this exciting addition to the community promises a shopping experience for both collectors and enthusiasts. Nestled in the heart of the Southwood Shopping Center, the Clever Fox offers a diverse range of unique collectables, catering to the tastes of various collectors. From vintage treasures to modern marvels, the store boasts an extensive selection that is sure to captivate visitors. The West Deptford community is thri ..read more

Woodmont Properties‘ newest luxury rental community in Hackettstown is fully leased, according to a recent announcement from the developer. This milestone comes one year after Woodmont launched leasing for the community. Woodmont Liberty at Independence features 120 one- and two-bedroom residences, some including a den, and an impressive suite of lifestyle amenities. Located on 11 acres set amongst the rolling hills of Independence Township, Woodmont Liberty’s residences feature oversized windows and ceilings as high as 11 feet; custom-designed kitchens; walk-in closets; spa-like bathrooms and ..read more

Last week, the entire Virtua Health workforce — more than 14,000 people — began a 26-week program focused on personal growth, relationship building and a wholistic appreciation of the human experience. Leveraging an extensive library of peer-to-peer video “microlearnings” curated by the California-based company Practicing Excellence, Virtua aims to support its staff in finding enhanced meaning in their individual roles and deeper connections to their patients and fellow colleagues. “Working in health care is demanding and the stakes are inherently high,” Dr. Reg Blaber, executive vice presiden ..read more

Dr. John Shin, an orthopedic spine surgeon with RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, recently performed the state’s first unilateral biportal endoscopic spine surgery at Jersey City Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility. The unilateral biportal endoscopy for lumbar spine offers new possibilities for adult patients suffering from degenerative spinal conditions, such as spinal stenosis, herniated discs and spondylolisthesis, a condition in which a vertebra moves out of place. Through one small incision in the lower back, the surgeon inserts a high-definition endoscope, which provides a cle ..read more

MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper recently successfully attained accreditation at its Camden, Voorhees and Mount Laurel locations from the American Society for Radiation Oncology‘s APEx – Accreditation Program for Excellence. APEx provides external validation that a radiation oncology facility is delivering high-quality patient care. “Receiving APEx accreditation from ASTRO, the largest radiation oncology society in the world, is an outstanding achievement by our Radiation Oncology team,” Dr. Anthony Dragun, chairman and chief of the Department of Radiation Oncology at MD Anderson at Cooper ..read more

Dr. David Swee was recently installed as the 232nd president of the Medical Society of New Jersey during the House of Delegates session of the organization’s 2024 Annual Meeting on April 20. He will assume the presidency from Dr. Donald Chervenak. Swee has been a member of MSNJ since 1979 and member of MSNJ’s board of trustees since 2017, having served on various councils and committees. “Dr. Swee is a passionate advocate for patient health, a supportive colleague and a dedicated physician,” Larry Downs, CEO of MSNJ, said. “With a keen eye toward issues of health equity and a focus on pri ..read more

Children’s Specialized Hospital, part of the RWJBarnabas Health Children’s Health Network, recently launched a new enhanced program, CSH AUTISM, Children’s Specialized Hospital’s Autism Center of Excellence. The center will provide services, training, advocacy and research to support individuals with autism, helping them reach their full potential and create lives with meaning, purpose and choice. “Through this newly established center, we hope to provide high-quality services, training and research that effectively advocates for equity for individuals with autism across several focus areas ..read more