Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey

09/04/2026

Burlington Stores’ decision to relocate its corporate headquarters from Burlington County to Philadelphia is a significant loss for South Jersey, and an important reminder of the competitive environment facing New Jersey businesses.

Christina M. Renna, president and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey, says:

“New Jersey does not compete for jobs and investment in a vacuum. For years, the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ) has warned about the cumulative impact that New Jersey’s high taxes, increasing employer costs and regulatory burdens can have on the state’s competitiveness. When a company founded in South Jersey can move just a few miles across the Delaware River and find a more attractive environment for its future headquarters and growth, we need to pay attention.”

For South Jersey, this should be a moment to ask what we can do to create a more competitive environment for businesses—both those looking to relocate here and those that have called the region home for generations.

Read the full article here:

Off-price clothing retailer Burlington Stores Inc. said Sept. 3 that it was shifting its headquarters to Philadelphia from Burlington, N.J.

09/04/2026

Baby Miles is here!!! 💚

Born early on August 25th weighing in at a sweet 9.5 lbs, Baby Miles has already stolen our hearts.

Join us in giving a HUGE congratulations to Mackenzie and Evan on their beautiful new addition. Wishing your growing family a lifetime of love.

Welcome to the world, Miles! - The CCSNJ Team

09/03/2026

The following is a statement from Christina M. Renna, President & CEO, Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey:

“Burlington Stores’ decision to relocate its corporate headquarters from its longtime home of Burlington County to Philadelphia is deeply disappointing for the South Jersey business community and should serve as a wake-up call for policymakers in Trenton.

New Jersey does not compete for jobs and investment in a vacuum. Our neighboring states are aggressively pursuing businesses with competitive tax structures, economic incentives and policies designed to attract investment and encourage growth. Pennsylvania’s willingness to make a significant investment to attract Burlington demonstrates just how intense that competition has become.

For years, the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ) has warned about the cumulative impact that New Jersey’s high taxes, increasing employer costs and regulatory burdens can have on the state’s competitiveness. When a company founded in South Jersey can move just a few miles across the Delaware River and find a more attractive environment for its future headquarters and growth, we need to pay attention.

The Chamber remains committed to working with Governor Sherrill and the Legislature to ensure New Jersey is a place where companies not only want to start and grow but choose to stay. This announcement should reinforce the urgency of making our state more affordable and competitive, so the next generation of New Jersey success stories remain New Jersey success stories.”

Burlington is moving to Philadelphia, creating 2,000 jobs and investing $370 million in its new corporate headquarters.

09/03/2026

Join us for our Family-Owned Business Council!

Many family businesses outgrow informal ways of operating and need stronger governance and decision-making to keep growing. This panel explores the practical structures that support long-term success, with insights from both small and large family businesses.

Registration is open to all family-owned businesses. To register, contact [email protected]

🗓️ Tuesday, September 29, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
📍The Legacy Club | 300 East Evesham Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
🔗 www.chambersnj.com

09/02/2026

Last week, U.S. Senator Cory Booker visited Inspira to check out the SJ Connects shuttle!

SJ Connects is a FREE shuttle service helping South Jersey residents overcome transportation barriers and get where they need to go. Whether it’s work, health care, education, shopping, or NJ TRANSIT connections, SJ Connects helps make transportation more accessible for its riders.

With routes serving Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties, SJ Connects is helping make transportation more accessible for communities across South Jersey.

To view the routes and learn more about SJ Connects, visit: https://www.sjta.com/transportation-services

09/02/2026

"From pilot to Reality"

SJ Connects is helping break down transportation barriers across South Jersey, connecting residents to college campuses, healthcare, jobs, shopping, NJ Transit hubs and more, at no cost.
For students at Rowan College of South Jersey, the new shuttle service could be a true game changer. Its success could also help shape the future of regional transportation here in South Jersey.

To read more about SJ Connects, click here:

New Jersey state officials, Chamber of Commerce, SJTA and RCSJ representatives pose at an RCSJ–Cumberland bus stop next to a SJ Connects shuttle. From left: A

09/02/2026

President Bill Emerson, from Emerson Group and two other industry specialists are hosting an upcoming workshop for local business owners, executives, and HR professionals. There’s NO sales pitch here, just a space to learn, reflect, and do some good work on “the business” with people who truly get it. Early bird discount until Sept 4th.

For more details or to register, visit https://shorturl.at/K6pBZ

09/02/2026

Thank you all to joined us yesterday for our Transportation & Infrastructure Committee event with Kris Kolluri, Esq., President & CEO, NJ TRANSIT.

Thank you Kris for covering the lessons learned from the World Cup, updates on the Glassboro-Camden Line, news about SJ Connects free shuttle service, and other NJ Transit initiatives shaping South Jersey!

Also, we want to thank our moderator, Blenda Pinto, Director, Corporate & Government Affairs, United Airlines and CCSNJ Board of Director's member!

We had an excellent discussion yesterday and we thank everyone for joining us ✨

09/01/2026

Thank you, Sarah, for your kind words! We’re always so happy to help you make new connections, expand your network, and get the most out of your Chamber membership.

Thank you for being a part of our Chamber community, Sarah! We’re grateful to have you as a member! 💙

09/01/2026

Wishing the happiest of birthday's to our Executive Vice President and COO, Meredith Lorrilliere!! We hope you have the best day (we are sending you all the relaxing beach vibes), and thank you for all that you do for the Chamber!

Happy birthday Mer!🩵