Dan Kennedy is now at the helm of NAIOP New Jersey after taking over as CEO on Aug. 1, with plans to tackle a host of key public policy issues and visions of bolstering what is already one of the commercial real estate association’s strongest and most-respected local chapters.
On the job
As you’ll read in this month’s cover story, veteran planner and public policy expert Dan Kennedy has a full plate of advocacy issues ranging from flood hazard and stormwater regulations to infrastructure and stranded assets. Fortunately, he brings nearly two decades of experience that includes key roles in state government and six years with the Utility and Transportation Contractors Association of New Jersey.
Hospitality: A real game changer — it all comes down to people
In prepping for this piece, I reviewed the 72 articles I wrote since 2017 to identify common themes. Unsurprisingly, the common denominator was the crucial need to change how we do business with the end goal of improving people’s lives for a simpler and better quality of life — one that is less taxing and costly and more efficient and effective.
McGuinness reflects on 26 years at NAIOP, as industry leaders praise outgoing CEO
In an interview, outgoing NAIOP New Jersey CEO Michael McGuinness reflected on a tenure that’s been marked by service, stability and impressive membership growth, as chapter leaders touted a record of persistent yet professional advocacy that has earned the respect of both industry executives and government officials throughout the state.
