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Take a ride down the Turnpike with NJBIA’s podcast, Planet New Jersey! Tune in every other week for an entertaining talk with businesses across the state. The show also features a fun NJ-themed game show so you can see how your knowledge of the Garden State stacks up.

  1. 3D AGO

    United Airlines Staffing the Friendly Skies

    In this episode of Planet New Jersey, United Airlines’ VP of Operations at Newark Jon Gooda discusses how United runs its largest U.S. hub, supports 14,000+ NJ employees, and connects travelers to destinations around the world. Hear about new international routes, technology and AI in aviation, community impact, hiring growth, and what travelers should know about flying through Newark.

    30 min

  2. JAN 28

    A Family AV Business with a Few Special Guests

    Miles Skalli, and a couple of unconventional guests, join us from Skalli Events to talk about how the company evolved from a garage band startup into a full-scale audio-visual firm powering corporate events across the east coast.

    29 min

  3. JAN 12

    An Advocate for Second Chances

    John Koufos of Cottage Four joins Planet New Jersey to discuss his work helping people with criminal records find real second chances in the job market, and why employers can benefit from tapping into this often-overlooked talent pool.

    41 min

  4. 12/18/2025

    Changing Families One Student at a Time

    On this episode of Planet New Jersey we’re joined by Chris Reber and Lori Margolin of Hudson County Community College as we discuss the school’s workforce development and continuing education initiatives, their work helping students overcome housing and food insecurity, as well as the New Jersey Film Academy. We also test their knowledge of the Garden State and ask the burning question, how many holiday guests are too many holiday guests?

    44 min

  5. 12/11/2025

    Bright Holidays, Smart Energy

    Join hosts Randy and Vinnie on this episode of Planet New Jersey as they sit down with Holly Taylor and Tom Dyer of Usource to hear about how NextEra Energy’s innovative solutions can help businesses reduce energy costs through smarter, more efficient strategies.

    36 min

  6. 11/12/2025

    Thinking Fraud? Think Again!

    On this episode of Planet New Jersey, forensic accountants David Sumner and Adam Karasick from EisnerAmper reveal how the right tech tools and a few simple best practices can safeguard your business from costly threats.

    38 min

  7. 10/15/2025

    Firewalls & Folklore: Tech Talk with a Jersey Twist

    It’s spooky season on Planet New Jersey! Janice Mahlmann of August eTech stops by to talk about the creepy, the crawly, and the truly terrifying as we discuss the Jersey Devil, zombie gatherings, and cyber criminals. As well as how her company can help you fight off at least one of them.

    42 min

  8. 08/20/2025

    A New Direction for NJBIA

    NJBIA President & CEO Michele Siekerka drops into Planet New Jersey to talk about the Association’s brand new direction as well what people can expect from our upcoming 11th annual Women Business Leaders Forum.

    34 min
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Take a ride down the Turnpike with NJBIA’s podcast, Planet New Jersey! Tune in every other week for an entertaining talk with businesses across the state. The show also features a fun NJ-themed game show so you can see how your knowledge of the Garden State stacks up.

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  • Creator
    NJBIA
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Copyright
    © 2024 New Jersey Business & Industry Association
  • Show Website
    Planet New Jersey