Join the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce for a morning focused on the future of education, workforce development, and career opportunities in the region.
The Higher Education Symposium will bring together academic leaders, policymakers, business executives, and community leaders to help connect classroom learning with workforce needs.
The event will feature Margo Chaly, Esq., Acting Secretary of Higher Education for the State of New Jersey, as the keynote speaker.
Discussion topics will include:
Aligning education with the changing needs of New Jersey’s workforce
Strengthening partnerships between businesses and academic institutions
Building stronger local talent pipelines
Supporting economic mobility and professional advancement
The symposium is designed for higher education administrators and faculty, recruitment and human resources professionals, government and community leaders, and business owners interested in connecting with local talent.
Event Details: Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM Location: Saint Peter’s University, 2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07306 Keynote Speaker: Margo Chaly, Esq., Acting Secretary of Higher Education for the State of New Jersey Hosted by: Hudson County Chamber of Commerce Event Contact: Naomi Betancourt
