■ Business Forecast
■ Business Forecast
deliver beneficial results in addressing environmental and health stressors found in low-income communities by requiring developers to mitigate sources of pollution and actively engage public participation . Continued pressure for multi-family development , particularly in the historically industrial North Jersey metro area will remain a driving force in brownfield site remediation under NJ ’ s comprehensive Licensed Site Remediation Professional ( LSRP ) program . Lastly , bond referendums for local and state capital initiatives will continue to generate construction and environmentally related improvement projects .
T & M Associates Gary Dahms President and CEO
As we continue to see major infrastructure investments throughout the state , including updates to our power grid that will advance New Jersey ’ s renewable energy goals , there will be an increased demand for engineering labor . But with more Baby Boomers retiring and companies in the technology sector aggressively hiring new STEM graduates , we have an ongoing labor shortage . Technical services and construction management firms will need to embrace new technologies like AI and identify ways to be creative with the resources we have , to compensate for the smaller pool of engineers while still getting important work done throughout the industry .
“ Telehealth will become more integrated , improving access to care ,” predicts Deborah Visconi of Bergen New Bridge Medical Center .
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FUNERAL SERVICES
Scanlan ’ s Kiera Scanlan Wespestad Managing Director
Our industry is moving toward celebrating life rather than mourning death . When we focus on celebration , funeral events become uplifting , rather than the solemn events many experience . We ’ re helping families incorporate meaningful , personalized memorialization aspects into their services . The food , music , decor , and more are reflective of what made a person meaningful in this world . Additionally , we ’ ve updated our celebration rooms to allow more light and the natural world inside , creating an uplifting space . Many of our staff have completed “ Certified Celebrant ” training to meet this growing need , helping to provide families with meaningful services reflective of their loved ones .
HEALTHCARE
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center Deborah Visconi President and CEO
As we look to 2025 and beyond , healthcare trends to note include the continued expansion of telemedicine , AI-driven diagnostics , and personalized medicine . Telehealth will become more integrated , improving access to care . AI and machine learning will enhance predictive analytics , allowing for earlier disease detection and personalized treatment plans , especially for underserved populations . A focus on value-based care will help reduce hospital readmissions by driving innovations in patient experience and expanding the use of preventive care . Cybersecurity will also be critical , as increased digitalization will continue to demand stronger data protection .
Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut Paul Di Maio President and CEO ( effective 2025 )
Successful businesses anticipate and embrace change . That will be even more critical in the coming year with accelerated market , financial and political changes coming . We view new market dynamics as opportunities , not challenges . Since the pandemic , for example , health has become a priority for employers and consumers . This
fits perfectly into our mission , providing dental and vision benefits , emphasizing their connection to overall health . By responding with innovation – such as small business products , individual plans and special needs benefits – we capitalized on change to grow our business .
We now look forward to accelerating our ability to meet the needs in our markets .
Gastroenterology Associates of NJ George Pavlou , MD CEO
Gastroenterology is at a crossroad as we see an increased number of younger patients presenting with colon cancer and though colon cancer is preventable , only 60 % of the population is being properly screened . New Jersey has the 5th worst record of any state in the country . Alternative screening methods to colonoscopy have made early detection more challenging than necessary , with additional patient education needed . The lack of centralized medical records makes tracking patients difficult . Fortunately , there ’ s been more cooperation between gastroenterologists and health systems and a focus on improving data systems and data collection will eventually be the solution .
Holy Name Michael Maron President and CEO
Hospitals and health systems will continue prioritizing digital health solutions for patients and clinicians , making strategic investments in portals and mobile apps to engage key stakeholders . Mobile adoption will accelerate as clinicians seek flexible , on-the-go tools for enhanced collaboration and patient care . At Holy Name , we are expanding our proprietary EHR system and developing a state-ofthe-art mobile app — a real-time communication hub for patients and providers . This evolution moves beyond traditional billing functions , focusing on improving communication and clinical outcomes to deliver more personalized care .
St . Joseph ’ s Health Dustin M . Riccio , MD President and CEO
At St . Joseph ’ s Health , we are using our 155-year legacy of service to our community as a launch pad for targeted growth to meet unmet needs throughout our region . From the common to complex , our patients ’ healthcare needs continue to rise . We are investing in expanding our primary and ambulatory care services to answer this call , and to deliver exceptional care where and when they need it most . As always ,
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