Four executives from the New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA) and eleven members of its Board of Trustees were named to ROI-NJ’s 2026 Power Influencers Lists, according to a March 11 announcement.
The recognition highlights the influence of NJBIA leadership in shaping policy and driving economic impact across New Jersey. The Super 75 list, described by ROI-NJ as featuring “CEOs, founders, advisors, investors, and community figures—proven experts whose networks and track records shape policy, attract investment, and drive measurable economic impact,” included NJBIA President & CEO Michele Siekerka along with board members Mike Reagan, Mike Renna, and Dr. Teik Lim.
In addition to the Super 75 rankings, ROI-NJ published seventeen other Power Influencer Lists focused on specific policy areas. NJBIA staff featured on these lists include Chief Government Affairs Officer Christopher Emigholz (Government & Public Affairs), Deputy Chief Government Affairs Officer Ray Cantor (Energy & Environment), and Research Analyst Jack Ramirez (AI and Tech).
Several NJBIA Board of Trustees members were also recognized for their expertise in various fields: Lori Roth (Accounting), James Horne (Associations and Organizations), Rebecca O’Connell (Banking), Gail Friedberg Rottenstrich (NJ Executives), Chris Guiton (Government and Public Affairs), Jaclyn Kator (Government & Public Affairs), Rick Thigpen (Government & Public Affairs), and Dr. Anthony Iacono (Higher Education).
The New Jersey Business and Industry Association serves as the nation’s largest statewide employer association representing employers across various sectors according to the official website. The organization advances competitive excellence for its members while providing essential information and services according to the official website. Siekerka serves as president and chief executive officer of NJBIA according to the official website.
NJBIA supports private-sector employers throughout New Jersey according to the official website, facilitates partnerships among businesses, government entities, and academic institutions according to the official website, and offers advocacy along with practical information to support business prosperity according to the official website.
To see all the ROI-NJ Power Lists published Tuesday, go here.