Episodes

March 16, 2021

66: New Jersey Budget Analysis

Two public policy experts help us analyze Governor Murphy’s $45 billion proposed budget for New Jersey’s 2022 fiscal year. Is the budget good or bad for New Jersey residents and business owners? Is this level of spending sustainable? And what are the prospects that major changes will be made as the proposed budget is scrutinized by the Legislature? Tune in to find out. Learn more about our sponsor, First Commerce Bank - https://www.firstcommercebk.com
March 16, 2021

66: New Jersey Budget Analysis

Two public policy experts help us analyze Governor Murphy’s $45 billion proposed budget for New Jersey’s 2022 fiscal year. Is the budget good or bad for New Jersey residents and business owners? Is this level of spending sustainable? And what are the prospects that major changes will be made as the proposed budget is scrutinized by the Legislature? Tune in to find out. Learn more about our sponsor, First Commerce Bank - https://www.firstcommercebk.com
March 2, 2021

65: The Pandemic and Payroll: Errors All Employers Should Avoid

Wage and hour regulations in New Jersey are among the toughest in the nation, and the pandemic has increased the potential that employers could inadvertently violate the rules. Kathleen Caminiti, Esq., a wage and hour expert with Fisher Phillips, explains the five major areas all employers need to be aware of in order to avoid making expensive mistakes. Learn more about Kathleen Caminiti and Fisher Phillips at https://fisherphillips.com. See also: With more NJ residents working from home, law...
March 2, 2021

65: The Pandemic and Payroll: Errors All Employers Should Avoid

Wage and hour regulations in New Jersey are among the toughest in the nation, and the pandemic has increased the potential that employers could inadvertently violate the rules. Kathleen Caminiti, Esq., a wage and hour expert with Fisher Phillips, explains the five major areas all employers need to be aware of in order to avoid making expensive mistakes. Learn more about Kathleen Caminiti and Fisher Phillips at https://fisherphillips.com. See also: With more NJ residents working from home, law...
March 2, 2021

65: The Pandemic and Payroll: Errors All Employers Should Avoid

Wage and hour regulations in New Jersey are among the toughest in the nation, and the pandemic has increased the potential that employers could inadvertently violate the rules. Kathleen Caminiti, Esq., a wage and hour expert with Fisher Phillips, explains the five major areas all employers need to be aware of in order to avoid making expensive mistakes. Learn more about Kathleen Caminiti and Fisher Phillips at https://fisherphillips.com. See also: With more NJ residents working from home, law...
Feb. 12, 2021

64: The Yin and Yang of the Stock Market and the Economy

Are you wondering how the stock market could be doing so well when the economy is in such peril? So were we! So we turned to Paul Robertson, senior portfolio manager at AllianceBernstein, to shed some light. Attend our webinar with Paul Robertson on Feb. 18, 22 or 24. https://njcpa.org/plus Learn more about AllianceBernstein at https://alliancebernstein.com
Feb. 12, 2021

64: The Yin and Yang of the Stock Market and the Economy

Are you wondering how the stock market could be doing so well when the economy is in such peril? So were we! So we turned to Paul Robertson, senior portfolio manager at AllianceBernstein, to shed some light. Attend our webinar with Paul Robertson on Feb. 18, 22 or 24. https://njcpa.org/plus Learn more about AllianceBernstein at https://alliancebernstein.com
Feb. 12, 2021

64: The Yin and Yang of the Stock Market and the Economy

Are you wondering how the stock market could be doing so well when the economy is in such peril? So were we! So we turned to Paul Robertson, senior portfolio manager at AllianceBernstein, to shed some light. Attend our webinar with Paul Robertson on Feb. 18, 22 or 24. https://njcpa.org/plus Learn more about AllianceBernstein at https://alliancebernstein.com
Feb. 2, 2021

63: The State of New Jersey’s Minority-Owned Businesses

Is there a level playing field for New Jersey’s Black and brown businesses? How have these businesses weathered the pandemic? And what do they need to succeed in the future? We talk to two people who have their fingers on the pulse of these topics and more: John Harmon, president and CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, and Carlos Medina, president and CEO of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey.
Feb. 2, 2021

63: The State of New Jersey’s Minority-Owned Businesses

Is there a level playing field for New Jersey’s Black and brown businesses? How have these businesses weathered the pandemic? And what do they need to succeed in the future? We talk to two people who have their fingers on the pulse of these topics and more: John Harmon, president and CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, and Carlos Medina, president and CEO of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey.
Feb. 2, 2021

63: The State of New Jersey’s Minority-Owned Businesses

Is there a level playing field for New Jersey’s Black and brown businesses? How have these businesses weathered the pandemic? And what do they need to succeed in the future? We talk to two people who have their fingers on the pulse of these topics and more: John Harmon, president and CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, and Carlos Medina, president and CEO of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey.
Jan. 19, 2021

62: Biden and Businesses: What to Expect

What can businesses expect during the first year of the Biden Administration? New Jersey political analyst Ben Dworkin, director of Rowan University’s Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship, weighs in on Biden’s American Rescue Plan, business policies, taxes, funding for Gateway and other infrastructure projects, and more. Follow Ben Dworkin on Twitter at @RowanIPPC Learn more about the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship at https://sites.rowan.edu/academic-affairs/rippac/index....
Jan. 19, 2021

62: Biden and Businesses: What to Expect

What can businesses expect during the first year of the Biden Administration? New Jersey political analyst Ben Dworkin, director of Rowan University’s Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship, weighs in on Biden’s American Rescue Plan, business policies, taxes, funding for Gateway and other infrastructure projects, and more. Follow Ben Dworkin on Twitter at @RowanIPPC Learn more about the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship at https://sites.rowan.edu/academic-affairs/rippac/index....
Jan. 19, 2021

62: Biden and Businesses: What to Expect

What can businesses expect during the first year of the Biden Administration? New Jersey political analyst Ben Dworkin, director of Rowan University’s Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship, weighs in on Biden’s American Rescue Plan, business policies, taxes, funding for Gateway and other infrastructure projects, and more. Follow Ben Dworkin on Twitter at @RowanIPPC Learn more about the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship at https://sites.rowan.edu/academic-affairs/rippac/index....
Dec. 23, 2020

61: COVID-19 Relief Package Rundown

Congress passed a $900 billion coronavirus relief bill on Dec. 21. A day later, President Trump voiced his displeasure with some of the measures in the bill. While it remains to be seen whether any amendments will be made to the bill, here’s a rundown of the business and individual relief measures currently in the bill – including a new round of PPP loans, direct stimulus payments to individuals, extension of unemployment benefits and a number of tax provisions.
Dec. 23, 2020

61: COVID-19 Relief Package Rundown

Congress passed a $900 billion coronavirus relief bill on Dec. 21. A day later, President Trump voiced his displeasure with some of the measures in the bill. While it remains to be seen whether any amendments will be made to the bill, here’s a rundown of the business and individual relief measures currently in the bill – including a new round of PPP loans, direct stimulus payments to individuals, extension of unemployment benefits and a number of tax provisions.
Dec. 23, 2020

61: COVID-19 Relief Package Rundown

Congress passed a $900 billion coronavirus relief bill on Dec. 21. A day later, President Trump voiced his displeasure with some of the measures in the bill. While it remains to be seen whether any amendments will be made to the bill, here’s a rundown of the business and individual relief measures currently in the bill – including a new round of PPP loans, direct stimulus payments to individuals, extension of unemployment benefits and a number of tax provisions.
Dec. 17, 2020

60: Hot Topics for Employers

Employers have a plethora of pandemic-related regulations, rules and guidance to comply with. Pete Isberg, vice president of government affairs for ADP, gives us a rundown on issues such as PPP loan forgiveness, expiring FFCRA and CARES Act provisions, state taxation of remote workers, and expectations for more relief under the Biden administration.
Dec. 17, 2020

60: Hot Topics for Employers

Employers have a plethora of pandemic-related regulations, rules and guidance to comply with. Pete Isberg, vice president of government affairs for ADP, gives us a rundown on issues such as PPP loan forgiveness, expiring FFCRA and CARES Act provisions, state taxation of remote workers, and expectations for more relief under the Biden administration.
Dec. 8, 2020

59: The State of Business in New Jersey

To say that 2020 has been a challenging year for New Jersey businesses would be a massive understatement. An already challenging business environment became exponentially more challenging when the coronavirus pandemic caused widespread shutdowns earlier this year. From restrictions and closings, to supply chain issues, to workplace safety and staffing, the issues that business owners have had to grapple with are numerous. Listen to our sobering and insightful conversation with Michele Siekerka, ...
Dec. 8, 2020

59: The State of Business in New Jersey

To say that 2020 has been a challenging year for New Jersey businesses would be a massive understatement. An already challenging business environment became exponentially more challenging when the coronavirus pandemic caused widespread shutdowns earlier this year. From restrictions and closings, to supply chain issues, to workplace safety and staffing, the issues that business owners have had to grapple with are numerous. Listen to our sobering and insightful conversation with Michele Siekerka, ...
Nov. 24, 2020

58: Key Steps to Ensuring the Economic Health of New Jersey’s Cannabis Industry

New Jersey voters recently approved the legalization of adult-use cannabis – but that was the just first step in getting this promising new industry off the ground. Learn about the legislative and regulatory efforts underway, including the NJCPA’s proposal to level the playing field from a tax standpoint.
Nov. 24, 2020

58: Key Steps to Ensuring the Economic Health of New Jersey’s Cannabis Industry

New Jersey voters recently approved the legalization of adult-use cannabis – but that was the just first step in getting this promising new industry off the ground. Learn about the legislative and regulatory efforts underway, including the NJCPA’s proposal to level the playing field from a tax standpoint.
Nov. 13, 2020

57: Analyzing the Election

It’s been a wild ride and one for the history books! Listen to our insightful and passionate conversation with Bill Pascrell III about the election process, the delayed results and predictions for the future. Bill shares his unique perspectives which are built on a long career as an advisor to state and federal candidates, an election law attorney and a lobbyist.