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Continued From Page 10 our focus throughout 2025 is our patients – with growth , excellence and culture at our core .
Saint Peter ’ s Healthcare System Leslie D . Hirsch , FACHE President and CEO
We anticipate completing the process of ensuring Saint Peter ’ s future and Catholic mission by merging with Atlantic Health System in mid- 2025 and benefitting from shared technologies , innovation , and capital and programmatic investments to continue serving our community ’ s needs . Expanding and modernizing our perioperative area and adult and pediatric ICUs and expanding our cancer program , providing the latest state-of-art technology , will significantly benefit our community with comprehensive , skilled care close to home . As AI continues to impact our industry , we ’ ll continue to add technology that can extend our human resources to enhance quality and clinical outcomes , patient safety , and service excellence .
Valley Health System Robert Brenner , MD , MMM , FACHE President and CEO
In 2025 , the healthcare staffing shortage will persist , and at Valley Health System , we are committed to remaining the employer of choice in healthcare . We will continue to highlight what sets Valley apart — our positive culture , exceptional workplace environment , commitment to rewarding staff , and dedication to growth opportunities . We want every new team member to feel confident they made the right choice , joining a health system focused on delivering a fulfilling career and driving growth , innovation , and success .
HIGHER EDUCATION
Felician University Mildred Mihlon , Ph . D . President
One trend that will not change is the decline of 18-year-olds . To skirt the “ cliff ,” institutions must shift their focus to populations that remain robust . For instance , at Felician , efforts to recruit the “ Some college , no degree ” ( SCND ) student pool , which represents over thirty-six million nationwide , has become a focus of our enrollment growth strategy . With the launch of The Felician Advantage that offers professionals the opportunity to upskill with
“ Approximately 790,000 NJ adults have some college credit but no college degree ,” says Dr . Richard J . Helldobler of William Paterson University . Unlocking this potential will become increasingly important .
micro-credentials , certificates , and fully online degree-completion programs , Felician is better positioned to serve the ever-evolving needs of the adult learner .
Ramapo College of New Jersey Cindy R . Jebb President
Immense technological advances in 2025 such as AI and quantum computing have immeasurable potential to positively impact the way we experience work , education , civics , healthcare , leisure , etc . However , with these technologies there are sure to also be many gray areas to navigate and new complex challenges to overcome . As partners with industry , government , K-12 , and community-based organizations , public institutions like Ramapo College of New Jersey are uniquely positioned to equip our students , businesses , households , and communities with the research , education , and training that will help them discern , problem-solve , lead , and thrive during this upcoming year of unprecedented technological acceleration .
William Paterson University Dr . Richard J . Helldobler President
Approximately 790,000 New Jersey adults have some college credit but no college degree . In 2025 , unlocking the tremendous potential of this population will become increasingly important for our state and its colleges and universities , as well as these individuals , their families , and communities . At William Paterson , we have had great success extending our WP Online platform to also serve the unique needs of this population . By providing
flexible credit transfer policies , program schedules that work for working adults , and customized support systems , we are putting degrees into the hands of more New Jersey residents and building a stronger state .
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
AnythingIT , LLC . David Bernstein Managing Director
Microsoft release of Windows 11 will have a significant impact on IT refreshes , reuse , e-waste services as it accelerates hardware refresh cycles . Many older devices are incompatible with Windows 11 due to stringent system requirements . This leads to increased demand for IT e-waste processing , secure data destruction , and recycling . As businesses upgrade their IT hardware to meet the new Operating System ’ s specifications , the need for responsible disposition of legacy devices will demand compliance with stricter environmental regulations .
Guardian Data Rob Alston CEO
I foresee a significant trend in the IT asset disposition ( ITAD ) industry : the increasing importance of strategic partnerships to deliver improved solutions . The complex landscape of data security , compliance and sustainability demands a collaborative approach to address the challenges and opportunities ahead . At Guardian , we believe that by work‐
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