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Steve Adubato is joined in this episode of Lessons in Leadership by Steve Evert, Director, Stockton University Marine Field Station, to discuss ocean research along the Jersey Shore, the importance of university-government-private sector partnerships, and how New Jersey can lead in marine science and innovation. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Chloe Swift, Senior … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Steve Evert and Chloe Swift

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Bernie Corrigan, President, IBEW Local 102, to talk about leadership in the building trades, workforce development, apprenticeship programs, and mentoring the next generation of skilled professionals. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Curt Lang, Executive Vice President, Chief Banking Officer, … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Bernie Corrigan and Curt Lang

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by Matthew Ellison, Executive Director, The Patriot Fund, Inc., to talk about supporting veterans, service members and their families, and the role of leadership, collaboration and relationship-building in making a lasting impact. Then, Steve talks with Scott J. Mariani, President, Simon J. Mariani Foundation, … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Matthew Ellison / Scott J. Mariani and Peter Hartney

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Bryan Felt, Director of Athletics and Recreational Services, Seton Hall University, to talk about the connection between college athletics and leadership development, building a strong culture, and preparing student-athletes for life beyond sports. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Marjorie … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Bryan Felt and Marjorie Perry

In this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Paul Di Maio, President & CEO, Delta Dental of New Jersey, to discuss the Delta Dental of NJ Foundation’s 40th anniversary, their support of the Special Olympics of NJ, and the importance of expanding access to oral healthcare through … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Paul Di Maio / Vito Cucci, Barry Maurillo and Joe Maurillo

In a special “Leaders in Healthcare” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Cedar Wang, Vice President of Nursing, Holy Name, and Maria Nadelstumph, Associate Vice President, Rowan University Workforce Learning Solutions, Rowan Online, to discuss a new partnership designed to create a more affordable and seamless pathway for … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Cedar Wang and Maria Nadelstumph / Joe Maloney

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by James DiGiulio, Partner and General Counsel, O’Toole Scrivo, LLC, and Leslie Ellis Lombardy, Partner, O’Toole Scrivo, LLC, for a special “Leaders in Law: Next Generation Leaders” discussion about earning trust, building credibility, and finding your voice as emerging leaders in … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: James DiGiulio and Leslie Ellis Lombardi / Peter C. Connolly

In this special episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Keith Banks, Chair, Board of Directors, Liberty Bank of New Jersey, and Thomas Scrivo, Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Liberty Bank of New Jersey, about launching a new community bank built by New Jersey leaders for New Jersey businesses. Then, Steve talks with … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Keith Banks and Tom Scrivo / Chief Christopher Trucillo

On Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Dennis Pullin, President & CEO, Virtua Health, and Author, Suited for Leadership: How to Show Up with Purpose to Have Lasting Impact, for a special “Leaders in Healthcare” conversation about authenticity, trust, workforce challenges, and leading with purpose. Then, for a special “Leaders in … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Dennis Pullin and Patrick Toscano

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Mike DuHaime, President, Cranford Hockey Club, and CEO, MAD Global Strategy, about the connection between sports and leadership, including teamwork, resilience, coaching, and creating a positive youth sports culture. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Dane Evans, Chief Executive Officer, … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Mike Duhaime and Dane Evans

In this very special 250th episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Regina M. Egea, Founder and Board Chairman, Garden State Initiative, and Bret Silver, Vice President for University Advancement and External Relations, Drew University, about honoring Governor Tom Kean’s legacy through STEM education, innovation, and leadership. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba are … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Regina Egea and Bret Silver / Greg Lalevee

On Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Jeffrey Kanige, Editor, NJBIZ, for a special “Media Matters” conversation about the evolution of traditional media, the future of business journalism, AI, partnerships, and developing a leadership-focused culture. Then, for a special “Leaders in Healthcare” edition, Steve and Mary Gamba are joined by Jose Azar, M.D., Executive … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Jeff Kinage and Jose Azar, M.D.

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Patrick Smith, President of Consumer Banking, Valley Bank, about values-based leadership, small businesses, innovation, lifelong learning, and the importance of building partnerships, not transactions. Then, Steve and Mary lead a mini-seminar called “Leaders Need a Short Memory.” 6/20/26

On Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Mark D. Sparta, FACHE, President, Chief Operating Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health, for a special “Leaders in Healthcare” conversation about leading with empathy, listening to frontline staff, mentoring future leaders, and making decisions with confidence. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Scott M. Shaw, … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Mark Sparta / Scott Shaw and Althea Ford

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Christopher D. Maher, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, OceanFirst Bank, about community-focused leadership, empowering teams, lifelong learning, work-life integration, and the opportunities and challenges of technology and artificial intelligence. Then, for a special “Leaders in Healthcare” edition, Steve is joined by … Continue reading Lessons in Leadership: Chris Maher and Saad Ehtisham, FACHE