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, President and CEO, Lincoln Technical Institute, and Althea D. Ford, Vice President, Government Affairs, New Jersey Business & Industry Association, to discuss the value of the trades, technical education, AI, and partnerships that strengthen New Jersey’s workforce. 6/13/26

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 Saad Ehtisham, DHA, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, Atlantic Health, to discuss human-centered care, wellness, trust and the future of public health. 6/6/26

On this special “Leaders in Healthcare” episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Kenneth N. Sable, MD, MBA, FACEP, President, Acute Care Hospital Division, Assistant Dean for Integration, Hackensack meridian School of Medicine, about institutional excellence and his leadership journey. Then, on a “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition, Christopher Paladino, President, New Brunswick Development Corporation, talks about the importance of partnerships tied to New Brunswick’s transformation and the HELIX. 5/30/26

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, President and CEO, Lincoln Technical Institute, and Althea D. Ford, Vice President, Government Affairs, New Jersey Business & Industry Association, to discuss the value of the trades, technical education, AI, and partnerships that strengthen New Jersey’s workforce. 6/13/26

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 Saad Ehtisham, DHA, FACHE, President and Chief Executive Officer, Atlantic Health, to discuss human-centered care, wellness, trust and the future of public health. 6/6/26

On this special “Leaders in Healthcare” episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Kenneth N. Sable, MD, MBA, FACEP, President, Acute Care Hospital Division, Assistant Dean for Integration, Hackensack meridian School of Medicine, about institutional excellence and his leadership journey. Then, on a “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition, Christopher Paladino, President, New Brunswick Development Corporation, talks about the importance of partnerships tied to New Brunswick’s transformation and the HELIX. 5/30/26

On Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba share tips and tools in a very special "Patience and Leadership" mini-seminar. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Michele N. Siekerka, Esq., President and CEO, New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) and Lori A. Roth, Chief Executive Officer, Prager Metis CPAs, NJBIA Board Chairperson, about dyad leadership and the resources, services and advocacy they provide to its members and businesses throughout New Jersey. 5/16/26

In this “Leaders in Healthcare” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by Jose Lozano, Executive VP, Chief Growth Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH), to talk about the significant of the FIFA World Cup coming to the Tri-State area and how HMH became the Official Hometown Hospital of this event. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Lori Tarke, DHSc., Executive Director, Joseph A. Unanue Latino Institute at Seton Hall University, about how the Institute supports education, research, and community engagement and celebrates Latino heritage. 5/2/26

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Kathy Agudo, Executive Vice President, CIANJ, about the importance of collaborations and partnerships when moving the New Jersey business community forward. Then, in a special “Media Matters” edition, Steve talks with Stephen G. Adubato, Contributor and Usame Tunagur, Program Director, of the Adubato Center for Media Leadership (ACML) about the inspiration behind creating the Center as well as “Steve Adubato’s Media Matters,” Co-executive Produced by Steve and Usame. 4/25/26

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by Philip Alagia, Chief of Staff, Essex County, NJ, and Democratic Strategist, to talk about the challenges and opportunities leaders face when building a government from the ground up. Then, for a special “Leaders in Healthcare” edition, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Barbara Mintz, RDN, Social Impact and Community Investment, RWJBarnabas Health, about the importance of addressing food insecurity and food access, as a means to create jobs and strengthen local economies. 4/18/26

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato sits down with Lamont Repollet, EdD, President, Kean University, Co-Author, Leadership by Design: Winning Hearts, Building Your Brand, and Achieving Success, about the importance of leaders being people-centered and authentic. Then, for a special “Leaders in Law” edition, Steve talks with Christopher Porrino, 60th Attorney General of NJ, and Litigation Department Chair, Lowenstein Sandler LLP, about his leadership journey and the importance of coaching and mentoring the next generation of legal professionals. 4/4/26

In this “Leaders in Healthcare” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Regina M. Foley, PhD, MBA, RN, President, Specialty Hospitals & Clinical Services, and Nurse Executive, Hackensack Meridian Health, about the importance of leaders recognizing team members, and the keys to nursing talent development and mentorship. Then, on a “Leaders in Law” edition, Steve talks with the Managing Partners of O’Toole Scrivo, LLC, Thomas Scrivo and Kevin O’Toole, about how they met at Seton Hall Law School and the firm's mission, vision and commitment of giving back to the community. 3/28/26

Steve Adubato, host of Lessons in Leadership, talks with Patrick F. Leahy, EdD, President, Monmouth University, about the future of higher education, freedom of speech on college campuses and the University’s Urban Coast Institute, that just celebrated 20 years. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Lisa Sawyer Derman, Founder, Five Springs Infused Bourbon, about her leadership journey from law, senior executive, and her Kentucky roots that inspired her to found Five Springs Bourbon. 3/21/26

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba sit down with Kim Guadagno, Former Lt. Governor and President and CEO, Mercy Center, to talk about the impact Mercy Center has on the community, as they continue to provide food, education and other support services. Then, Steve and Mary are once again joined by Joe Griffies, Director of Veteran’s Affairs, The Welcome Home Radio Show, who shares his journey as a veteran and the importance of helping veterans through outreach and information. 3/7/26

As part of the Lessons in Leadership special series, “This is New Jersey,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Bill Noonan, Chief Business Development Officer, Choose New Jersey, who talks about the keys to attracting business to the Garden State and the importance of public / private partnerships. Then, for a “Leaders in Healthcare” segment, Steve is joined by George Helmy, EVP, Chief External Affairs and Policy Officer, RWJBarnabas Health, to discuss the key areas a candidate needs to prioritize to make a successful shift from campaigning to becoming a new governor. 2/28/26

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Sabine Salvatore, Head of Talent Development and Enterprise Learning, Valley Bank, about the importance of trust, the need for everyone to be a leader and the importance of lifelong learning. Then, Steve talks about the importance of attracting talent to the manufacturing industry with Scott M. Shaw, President and CEO, Lincoln Educational Services Corp., Jack Nugent, New York Workforce Lead, US Navy Maritime Industrial Base Program Office, and Marty McGill, Vice President, Allendale Machinery Systems, Inc. 2/21/26

In this “Leaders in Healthcare” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Lisa Tank, MD, MBA, FACP, President and Chief Hospital Executive, Hackensack University Medical Center, about the future of healthcare leadership and trust in public health. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Alyssa McCloud, PhD, Senior Enrollment Strategist, Seton Hall University, who talks about what institutions of higher learning are doing to prepare students for a rapidly changing workforce. 2/14/26

In this special “Leaders in Law” edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Jose L. Linares, Retired Chief, U.S. District Court, District of NJ, Partner, McCarter & English, and Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution Practice. Then, Steve is joined by Calvin R. Ledford, Jr., President, PSEG Foundation, Director, Corporate Social Responsibility, talking about the impact corporate responsibility initiatives have on small business and the community. 1/31/26

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by Dr. Tonya Smith-Jackson, Chancellor, Rutgers University—Newark, to talk about the impact of innovation, research and AI in higher education. Then, on a “Leaders in Law” segment, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Frank Giantomasi, Member, Co-chair, Executive Committee, CSG Law, about the leadership and communication qualities most important for leaders in the legal profession today. 1/24/26

In this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by Robert C. Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health, joins Steve Adubato to discuss the lessons he learned from his father, the impact of artificial intelligence, and the future of healthcare. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba are joined by Dionne Ledford, EdD, Executive Director and Superintendent, Roseville Community Charter Schools, about the keys for our children to thrive and succeed as well as the importance of programs focusing on social emotional learning and wellness. 1/17/26

In a very special “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by Dr. Thierry E. Klein, President, Bell Labs Solutions Research at Nokia, who talks about the impact of their collaboration with the HELIX in New Brunswick. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Marlon Smith, International Keynote Speaker and Author, “Living with Purpose,” about the keys to living a more intentional and purposeful life. 1/10/26

In this “Leaders in Healthcare” episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Dustin Riccio, MD, President & CEO, St. Joseph’s Health, about his leadership journey from ER physician to hospital CEO and the keys to recruiting, training and retraining a talented workforce in healthcare. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Marissa Muoio, EdD, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Briella McCoy, Freshman, Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart about the importance of teaching science and leadership to young women. 12/20/25

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Scott Davis, CPA, Partner-in-Charge, Not-for-Profit Services, Prager Metis CPAs, and Laurence Scot, MBA, CPA, Partner, Prager Metis CPAs, about business development and leadership opportunities and challenges in the non-profit sector. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Jim Kirkos, CEO, Meadowlands Chamber, about FIFA World Cup, the Meadowlands Chamber Leadership Development Program and the connection between leadership and partnerships. 12/13/25

In this special, “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Joseph R. Jingoli, Jr. CEO & Chairman of the board, JINGOLI; Rashida Smith, Senior Project Administrator, JINGOLI; and Kareem Muhammad, Senior Community Outreach Coordinator about Jingoli’s Competitive Edge program that provides construction training for people in the community where the work is being done. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba are joined by Dr. Sidney S. Williams, Jr., Independent Director, Valley Bank, about board leadership and the keys to growing your organization in a competitive marketplace. 12/6/25

In a special “This is New Jersey” episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Wesley Mathews, President and CEO, Choose New Jersey, about the importance of international partnerships with Inda, Latin America and the UK, the impact the FIFA World Cup will have on our region, and the thriving film and media industry in NJ. Then, in a special “Leaders in Healthcare” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve talks with George Helmy, EVP, Chief External Affairs and Policy Officer, RWJBarnabas Health, about the keys to leading in healthcare, coaching and mentoring your team, and the importance of building relationships. 11/22/25

In this “Leaders in Healthcare” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Opeyemi O. Oluwole, SVP, Chief Marketing Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health, about the rapidly evolving healthcare marketing landscape, AI and trust and leadership. Then, Steve talk with Paul Di Maio, President & CEO, Delta Dental of NJ; Dr. Nellista Bess, Principal, Paterson STEAM High School; and Yana Zaydel, Coordinator of Dental Services, about the Smile Bright Dental Assistant Program and the impact they are having on Paterson students and community. 11/15/25

In this special, “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by John Flavin, Founder and CEO, and Patrick Flavin, President, Portal Innovations, LLC, to talk about their life sciences venture capital firm, and their partnership with DEVCO, Rutgers, Princeton University, and the NJEDA. Then, in a special “Leaders in Healthcare” edition, Steve talks with Robert C. Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health, about his upcoming book, “Why Not?,” and the keys to being an impactful, engaging and powerful communicator and leader in healthcare. 11/1/25

On this special “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve is joined by Rick Cotton, Executive Director, and Kevin O’Toole, Chairman, Port Authority of NY and NJ about the keys to dyad leadership and the projects underway at the regions airports, bus terminals and ports. Then, in a “Leaders in Healthcare” edition, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Michael Loftus, MD, Senior VP for System Medical Affairs, RWJBarnabas Health, Chief Medical and Quality Officer, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, about effective communication and collaboration between physicians, nurse leadership and executives. 10/25/25

In this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Steve and Mary talk with Kate Gibbs, Director, ELEC 825, and Executive Director, NJGOP, about the keys to multitasking, prioritizing and delegating in leadership as well as the keys to lifelong learning. Then, Steve is joined by Regina Egea, Founder & Chair, Garden State Initiative, about the Governor Thomas H. Kean Leadership Award and the importance of budget transparency, including their site, NJBudget.com. 10/18/25

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by John Fanta, Play-by-Play Broadcaster and Reporter, FOX Sports, who talks about his leadership journey and his experience as a national college basketball broadcaster, reporter, and writer for FOX Sports. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Aisha Thomas-Petit, Senior VP and Chief Human Resources Officer, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ, about leadership development and how to recruit, retain and develop a talented workforce. 9/27/25

This episode of Lessons in Leadership features Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talking with Sunil Dadlani, EVP, Chief Information and Digital Transformation Officer, Chief Cyber Security Officer, Atlantic Health, about Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity and leadership. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Carlos Medina, President and CEO, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce NJ, about his leadership journey, board leadership, and his series on PBS, “Que Pasa NJ.” 9/13/25

In this special “Leaders in Law” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Thomas Scrivo, Managing Partner, O’Toole Scrivo, about leadership, innovation and launching Liberty Bank of NJ. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba are joined by Ralph Gigliotti, PhD, Assistant Vice President for Organizational Leadership, Rutgers University, and Author, “Post-Crisis Leadership,” about the leadership practices that are critical after challenging times. 9/6/25

This episode of Lessons in Leadership features Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talking with Fred Castrovinci, NJ Regional President, Valley Bank Commercial Banking, about the importance of supporting small businesses, the keys to developing your people and his dedication to serving the community. Then, in a special “Media Leadership” edition, Steve talks with Enrique Lavín, Editor, The Star-Ledger Online, about the continually changing media landscape, the impact of Artificial Intelligence in media and how to build trust in the media. 8/23/25

This edition of Lessons in Leadership features Taylor Repollet, Manager, NYU Women’s Basketball, talking about her role managing a nationally ranked D3 team and the lessons she has learned as a Media, Culture, and Communications student at NYU. Then, in a “Leaders in Law” segment, Steve talks with Marie L. Mathews, Managing Member, CSG Law, about mentorship, women in law, building relationships and the importance of giving feedback. 8/9/25

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Nicole Koppel, PhD, MBA Director and Professor, Feliciano School of Business, Montclair State University, about Artificial Intelligence in higher ed, how online programs have helped working professionals, and the keys to leadership and lifelong learning. Then, Steve and Mary talk with John C. Barka, Partner-in-Charge, International Tax Services, Prager Metis CPAs, about leading change, building strong relationships and finding that work-life balance. 8/2/25

In this “Leaders in Law” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Vito A. Gagliardi, Jr., Managing Principal, Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, P.C., President and CEO, Porzio Government Affairs, about leadership, persuasion and the importance of being a mentor to those around you. Then, Steve talks with Keith Banks, Former Vice Chair, Bank of America, Chair, Hackensack Meridian Health Network Board, about board leadership, the keys to dyad leadership and his role launching Liberty Bank of NJ. 7/26/25

This episode of Lessons in Leadership features Steve Adubato talking with William Sproule, executive Secretary-Treasurer, Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, about their partnership with Rowan University that is creating a pathway to a bachelor’s degree in construction management as well as how apprenticeships and training are preparing future leaders in the field of construction. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba continue the discussion, offering keys to leadership, relationship building and other keys to effective communication. 7/12/25

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Gregory Sorensen, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Middlesex Water Company, about operational excellence and how they are creating a culture of safety and support for their employees. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba are joined by Dionne Ledford, EdD, Executive Director and Superintendent, Roseville Community Charter Schools, about the keys for our children to thrive and succeed as well as the importance of programs focusing on social emotional learning and wellness. 6/28/25

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Greg Lalevee, Business Manager, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825 (IUOE Local 825), about the importance of leaders reinventing themselves as well as the new IUOE Local 825 series, “Our Infrastructure Matters,” which appears on News 12+ and a variety of online platforms. Then, Steve talks with Tim Sullivan, CEO, New Jersey Economic Development Authority, about the impact of tariffs on New Jersey, expanding manufacturing in New Jersey as well as the New Jersey AI Hub. 6/21/25

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Michele Adubato, CEO, The North Ward Center, Founder, The Center for Autism, about the myths and confusion around vaccines and autism, the role of non-profits in our community and the importance of social enterprises. Then, Steve talks with Ines Angeli Murzaku, PhD, Professor of Religion, Director, Catholic Studies Program, and Founding Chair, Department of Catholic Studies, at Seton Hall University about what it means to be a multi-time Fulbright Award Scholar Professor and the leadership lessons from Mother Teresa. 6/14/25

This episode of Lessons in Leadership features Stuart Mayer, Regional Managing Partner, Prager Metis CPAs, talking with Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba about how to build a culture of trust and leadership and the importance of coaching and mentoring your team as well as succession planning. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Jeffrey Robinson, PhD, Interim Chancellor, Rutgers University-Newark, about leadership, entrepreneurship as well as his book, “Black Faces in High Places.” 6/7/25

In a special “Leaders in Law” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Guillermo Artiles, Government Affairs Chair, McCarter & English, LLP, about the opportunities and challenges facing leaders in law as well as his passion for giving back. Then, in a “Discovery and Innovation” edition, Steve and Mary sit down with Christopher Paladino, President, New Brunswick Development Corporation about the HELIX, how startups and entrepreneurs are impacting New Jersey’s economy, and the importance of partnerships. 5/31/25

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Michele Adubato, CEO, The North Ward Center, Founder, The Center for Autism, about the myths and confusion around vaccines and autism, the role of non-profits in our community and the importance of social enterprises. Then, Steve is joined by Alaine Arnott, PhD, President & CEO, National Liberty Museum, who talks about the importance of free speech as well as the role of leadership and partnerships in the success of non-profits. 5/17/25

In this very special, “This is New Jersey,” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Tim Crouch, Chief Strategy Officer, Choose NJ, about the significance of attracting film, media and technology industries to New Jersey. Then, Steve talks with Bob Papa, Sportscaster & The Voice of The New York Giants, about the future of sports media. This edition concludes with Steve and Mary talking about the connection between grit and leadership. 5/10/25

In this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Peter Connolly, CEO, New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program, Inc. (NJMEP), about the challenges and opportunities when it comes to manufacturers embracing innovation to enhance their productivity and efficiencies. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Joe Griffies, Director of Veteran’s Affairs, The Welcome Home Radio Show, about military leadership and the evolution of his radio show and the inspiring guests he has featured. 4/26/25

On this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato sits down with Jamie Grill-Goodman, Editor, COMMERCE Magazine, to talk about the changing media landscape, AI in the media and how we work to build trust in the media. Then, Steve talks with Nicole Harris-Hollingsworth, EdD, MCHES, Senior VP, Social Determinants & Impact, Hackensack Meridian Health, about the impact of human trafficking and the importance of vaccine education and awareness. 4/12/25

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by William O. Cooper, MD, MPH, Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Pediatrics and Health Policy, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, President, Vanderbilt Health Center for Patient and Professional Advocacy, to talk about the connection between leadership, passion, and professional success and happiness. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Dane Evans, CEO, Skoda Contracting Co., about creating an organizational culture that puts your team first as well as the importance of leadership development. 4/5/25

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato sits down with Kim Hanemann, President and COO, PSE&G, to talk about energy affordability and accessibility, as well as her commitment to safety for customers and the workforce. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Scott Shaw, President and CEO, Lincoln Technical Institute, about Gen Z’s shift from traditional four-year college to exploring skilled trades via technical education. 3/29/25

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Patrice Ventura, VP of Talent Development, Human Resources, Hackensack Meridian Health, about the role talent development and organizational effectiveness play in organizations. Then, Steve is joined by Karim Bennis, COO, Delta Dental of New Jersey and Connecticut, to talk about being a “change agent” and creating a leadership culture that fosters teamwork and collaboration. 3/22/25

In this special “Media Leadership” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato is joined by Gerald D’Ambra, Founder and Managing Partner, and Lisa Marie Falbo, Founder and Managing Partner, Media First Group, to talk about the future of media and the importance of leadership and collaboration in a constantly changing media landscape. Then, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Lori Roth, Global Managing Partner, Prager Metis CPAs, about the importance of coaching and mentoring your team and providing development and growth opportunities. 3/15/25

In this very special, 200th episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk about their journey from a hosting an audio podcast to a video series airing on a variety of broadcast and digital outlets. Then, Steve is joined once again by Dennis Wilson, President & CEO (Retired), Special Advisor, Delta Dental of NJ and CT, together with Paul Di Maio, President & CEO, Delta Dental of NJ and CT, to continue their discussion about the keys to succession planning and motivating your team. 3/1/25

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Monica Burnette, Vice President, Student Services, Seton Hall University, about college student mental health and the importance of a community care model where students, faculty and staff work together. Then, as part of the “Leaders in Law” series, Steve is joined by Pasquale F. Giannetta, Attorney at Law, Giannetta Law Firm, Trustee and Former President/Chairman, Columbian Foundation, about his passion for leadership and philanthropy and the Columbian Foundation, which provides scholarships for young adults attending law school. 2/22/25

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Cecilia McKenney, SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer, Quest Diagnostics, about the keys to recruiting, training, and retaining a talented workforce. Then, as part of the “Leaders in Law” special series, Steve talks with Essex County Prosecutor, Theodore N. Stephens II, about his judicial career and his advice for those pursuing a career in law. 2/15/25

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Maureen Ennis, Founder and Chief Catalyst, Thrive Digital Era, about the Strategic Doing Institute and the keys to motivating your team. Then, Steve is joined by Randall Solomon, Executive Director and Founder, Sustainable Jersey, The College of NJ, about the keys to reducing waste, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and the overall impact of climate change. 2/8/25

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Delaney McGowan, Senior Producer, One-on-One with Steve Adubato, and Chloe Swift, Associate Producer, Caucus Educational Corporation, about the lessons they learned joining a new team in a remote environment. Then, Steve talks with Dennis Wilson, President & CEO (Retired), Special Advisor, Delta Dental of NJ and CT, together with Paul Di Maio, President & CEO, Delta Dental of NJ and CT, about succession planning and the keys to leading your team. 1/25/25

In this special, “Leaders in Law,” edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato talks with Scott Kobler, Partner, McCarter & English, LLP, and Chair, NJ PBS, about the lessons he has learned being a leader in law and his advice for young adults pursuing a career in law. Then, Steve talks with Steven K. Libutti, MD, Sr. Vice President, Oncology Services, RWJBarnabas Health, William N. Hait Director, Rutgers Cancer Institute, about the RWJBarnabas Health partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute as well as the connection between innovation and leadership. 1/18/25

In a special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Mary Gamba is joined by Mary Beth Cooney, Executive Director, Creature Comfort Pet Therapy to talk about how pets can help bring comfort and healing to improve well-being. Then, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Bernie Corrigan, President, IBEW Local 102, about the organization's 125 year history and vision for the future. 1/11/25

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk about leadership and succession planning with Jay Levine, CPA, Partner, Prager Metis and Tony Zecca, Practice Leader, Prager Metis Advisory Services. Then, Former U.S. Senator George Helmy (D) – NJ, joins Steve to reflect on the lessons learned during his time in the Senate, his dedication to addressing youth mental health, and his ongoing commitment to humanitarian aid in the Middle East. 1/4/25

On Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Kevin Chittenden, Executive VP and President of Consumer Banking, Valley Bank, talking about sales and leadership and the latest opportunities and challenges facing first time homebuyers. Then, in a “Stand & Deliver: Powering Equity & Social Justice” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve talks with Roger León, Superintendent, Newark Public School, about the academic and instructional priorities for the school year and the greatest leadership lessons he has learned during his tenure. 12/14/24

In this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba sit down with Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO, Community FoodBank of New Jersey about leadership and philanthropy, the fight against food insecurity and empathy. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Michael Maron, President & CEO, Holy Name, about Graduate medical Education and his commitment to helping the community at Hôpital Sacré Coeur in Haiti. 12/7/24

In this “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Joe Jingoli, Partner, DCO Energy and Jingoli Construction, Partner, Hard Rock Atlantic City and Meegan G. Adames, Principal, New Brunswick P-TECH, New Brunswick Public Schools about their partnership that is helping young adults with college attainment and career readiness. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Michele Morrison, RN, MPH, President and Chief Hospital Executive, Hackensack Meridian Health, Southern Ocean Medical Center, about creating a culture of learning and making wellness a priority on your team. 11/23/24

On this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Karen Boroff, PhD, Professor and Dean Emerita, Stillman School of Business, Fulbright Scholar, Spring 2025, Madrid, Spain, Seton Hall University about her 35-year legacy at Seton Hall University and the lessons she has learned. Then, Steve and Mary provide lessons on how to become more intentional in a mini-seminar entitled, “Intentional Leadership and Communication.” 11/16/24

In a special “This is New Jersey” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato talks with Jeff Vasser, Executive Director, New Jersey Division of Travel & Tourism about tourism in the Garden State including the FIFA World Cup and what to expect in the upcoming seasons. Then, in a “Leaders in Law” edition, Steve talks with Joseph A. Dickson, USMJ (retired), Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution Group, CSG Law and Nicholas A. Grieco, Chair, Alternative Dispute Resolution Group, CSG Law about innovation and changing approaches to mediation. 11/9/24

On this special episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Mark D. Sparta, FACHE, President, North Region Hackensack Meridian Health, about the future of healthcare including the impact of Artificial Intelligence and technology. Then, Steve talks with Michele Adubato, CEO, The North Ward Center, Founder, The Center for Autism, about the keys to building great teams and explore the question as to whether everyone on a team needs to be a leader. 11/2/24

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Andy Anderson, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer and Chief Quality Officer, RWJBarnabas Health, talking about the keys to leading quality efforts in healthcare and creating a culture of coaching, mentoring and wellness on your team. Then, Steve and Mary share tips and tools on how to actively and effectively engage when responding to questions in a mini seminar, “Don’t Sweat the Q&A.” 10/26/24

On this episode of “Lessons in Leadership” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Ivy Charmatz, Senior VP, Mercury Public Affairs to talk about leadership and the media, her passion for storytelling and the connection between giving back and leadership. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Seth Wainer, Program Director Innovation, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey about how the PANYNJ is embracing technology and artificial intelligence to meet the needs of the public. 10/5/24

On this episode of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Trish O’Keefe, PhD, RN, Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive, Atlantic Health System, and President, Morristown Medical Center about nurse leadership and the future of healthcare and partnerships. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Michele Adubato, CEO, The North Ward Center and Founder, The Center for Autism, about leadership, empathy, and therapy dogs, and how “Buddy” the therapy dog in training is making a difference in the lives of so many. 9/28/24

On this “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Tim Sullivan, CEO, New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), who talks about The HELIX and the impact it will have on jobs and the economy in New Brunswick and the state overall. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Sister Maureen Shaughnessy, SC, General Superior, Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, who talks about celebrating their 165th Anniversary and their rich history of helping our most vulnerable citizens. 9/21/24

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined on “Lessons in Leadership” by Usame Tunagur, Executive Producer for Post-production, Caucus Educational Corporation, about collaboration in a remote workforce, the keys to multi-tasking and strategic micromanaging and trying to find the work-life balance. Then, Steve talks with Bryan Felt, Director of Athletics and Recreational Services, Seton Hall Athletics, about his commitment to collegiate athletics, leadership and philanthropy and athletes as role models. 9/14/24

On this “Discovery and Innovation in NJ edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Jose Lozano, Chief Growth Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health, who talks about his leadership journey, and the connection between strategic planning, consensus building and partnerships in leadership. Then, Steve and Mary talk leadership and the media with Anthony Russo, President, Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey and CEO and Publisher, COMMERCE Magazine and Michael Shapiro, Founder and CEO, TAPinto and Founder and CEO, the Hyperlocal News Network. 9/7/24

This episode of Lessons in Leadership features Steve Adubato talking with Vanessa Broadhurst, Executive VP, Global Corporate Affairs, Johnson & Johnson, about leadership and partnerships, philanthropy and Johnson & Johnson’s investments to improve access to quality care for better outcomes. Then, in a special, “Leaders in the Law” series, Steve and Mary Gamba talk with Patricia K. Costello, Managing Member, CSG, about the keys to motivating and managing partners, trustees and practice leaders as well as developing future leaders in the law. 8/17/24

On this special edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Stephanie Rogers, Co-founder, Hardbodyz Fitness and Co-founder, Rebel Core Modern Pilates, about entrepreneurship and women in leadership. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Mary Kate Naatus, PhD, Assistant Provost and Dean of continuing Education and Professional Studies, Seton Hall University, who talks about the importance of lifelong learning, collaboration, and leadership. 8/10/24

On this “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Karen J. Nolan, PhD, Associate Director, Center for Mobility and Rehabilitation Engineering, Kessler Foundation, who talks about advancing the care for patients through innovation. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Seth Wainer, Program Director Innovation, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey about how the PANYNJ is embracing technology and artificial intelligence to meet the needs of the public. 8/3/24

This episode of Lessons in Leadership with Steve Adubato and Co-host Mary Gamba features Jacquelyn Reardon, Head of US Marketing, Franklin Templeton, who talks about the findings of the Voice of the American Workplace Survey and what benefits are most important to employees. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Sylvester Lukasiewicz, Editor, SPL Films and editor Lessons in Leadership about teamwork and collaboration, and the importance of following up and following through. 7/20/24

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Dr. Vince Hafeli, DBA, President, Ajax Paving Industries of Florida, LLC, who talks about what must be done to address the high incidence of suicide in the construction industry. Then, Steve and Mary sit down with Amanda Tibok, Executive Director, Sharing Network Foundation, who discusses the connection between leadership and relationship building, especially tied to fundraising. 7/13/24

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary talk with Joe Jingoli, Partner, DCO Energy and Jingoli Construction, Partner, Hard Rock Atlantic City, together with Pastor Steffie Bartley, Northeast Regional Director National Action Network, about the connection between leadership, collaboration, and innovation. Then, Steve is joined by Nunyo Demasio, Author, “Parcells,” Storyteller & Podcast Host, who talks about Bill Parcells’ influential career in the NFL and his leadership on and off the field. 7/6/24

On a special “This is New Jersey” episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary talk with Brendan Somerville, Co-Founder & COO, Oishii, about his journey as an agriculture entrepreneur and his passion for vertical farming. Then, Steve talks with Deborah Visconi, President & CEO, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center about healthcare innovation and the greatest lessons she has learned being a woman leader in healthcare. 6/22/24

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba sit down with Indu Lew, PharmD, Executive VP, Chief of Staff, RWJBarnabas Health, to discuss the connection between leadership and public health as well as women’s leadership and wellness. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Jeffrey S. Chiesa, Named Partner, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC, for a special series, “Leadership and the Law.” 6/15/24

On this special “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Brian Sandroff, PhD, Assistant Director, Center for Neuropsychology and Neuroscience Research at Kessler Foundation who talks about advancing care for patients through innovation and research. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Kathryn Badger, Director, Total Rewards, CentraState Healthcare System, who shares the keys to recruiting, training, and retaining a talented workforce. 6/8/24

On this episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato sits down with Joe Piscopo, Host, “The Joe Piscopo Show” on AM970 and “Sundays with Sinatra” on 77 WABC, and “Saturday Night Live” Legend, Actor, and Entertainer about the role of leadership and innovation in the media. Then, in a “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” special, Steve and Mary talk with Sarah Clarke, Executive VP, and Merissa Buczny, Vice President, New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO), about their respective roles in The HELIX in New Brunswick and the opportunities and challenges they have faced being women leaders in the construction industry. 6/1/24

On this “Discovery and Innovation in NJ” episode of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Robert Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health, who talks about the future of healthcare, artificial intelligence and healthcare innovation. Then, as part of our “Small Business Leadership” series, Steve and Mary talk with Dennis Wilson, President & CEO, Delta Dental of NJ / Delta Dental of CT and John E. Harmon, Sr., IOM, Founder, President & CEO, African American Chamber of Commerce of NJ, about the importance of building partnerships and adding value for your key stakeholders. 5/18/24

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Yvonne Surowiec, SEVP, Chief People Officer, Valley Bank, and Sabine Salvatore, Director of Learning and Development, Valley Bank, to talk about leadership development, work-life balance, culture and leadership. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Kevin Lenahan, Executive Vice President, Chief Business and Strategy Officer, Atlantic Health System, about strategic growth, the importance of partnerships and the keys to getting “buy in” when merging different corporate cultures. 5/4/24

In this edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Ramonita Jimenez, RN, DNP, Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer, Hackensack University Medical Center and Michael D. Stifelman, MD, Professor and Chair Urology, Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine about the keys to doctor / nurse communication, leadership and collaboration. Then, Steve is joined by Krishna Powell, Founder & CEO, HR4 Your Small Biz, about building multi-generational businesses, assisting the workforce with mental health challenges and how social media is impacting work ethic. 4/27/24

This edition of “Lessons in Leadership” features Steve Adubato and Tom Hughes, CEO and Publisher, ROI-NJ, talking about the role of leadership in media, the connection between leadership and innovation, and the future of print and digital media. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Erika Irish Brown, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer and Global Head of Talent, Citi, about what employees really want from employers as well as the opportunities and challenges facing organizations when recruiting for and retaining a talented workforce. 4/20/24

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba sit down with Ira Robbins, CEO, Valley Bank, to talk about the importance of innovation, lifelong learning and investing in your people, as well as work-life balance and integration. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Steven K. Libutti, MD, Director, Rutgers Cancer Institute, Sr. VP, Oncology Services, RWJBarnabas Health, about innovation and cancer research, the jack and Sheryl Morris Cancer Center in New Brunswick, and the partnership between RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers Cancer Institute of NJ. 4/13/24

On this “Non-profit Leadership” special edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Michael Schmidt, Executive Director and CEO, The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey, about the growing mental health concerns given world politics and rising antisemitism and what impact the shortage of quality healthcare staff is having on our most vulnerable citizens. Then, Steve talks with Patrick Maron, Administrative Director, Villa Marie Claire, about leadership and logistics and the importance of relationships and rapport when driving a project forward. 4/6/24

In this special “Non-profit Leadership” edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Jonathan Pearson, Executive Director, Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, talking about the 20th Anniversary of the Horizon Foundation and their partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of NJ, addressing behavioral health needs of our young adults. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Rodger DeRose, President and CEO, Kessler Foundation, talking about the importance of developing your people and advancing care for patients through innovation. 3/23/24

In this “Discovery and Innovation” edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Kevin J. O’Toole, Managing Partner, O’Toole Scrivo, LLC, Chairman, Board of Commissioners, Port Authority of NY and NJ, about the keys to leadership, discovery and innovation tied to the future of infrastructure in NJ. Then, for a special “Small Business Leadership” segment, Steve and Mary are joined by Carin Hep, Assistant VP, Small Group & Individual Broker Channel Sales, Delta Dental of NJ and CT and Michael Murphy, VP of Sales, AmeriHealth, about their partnership that is offering group health, dental and vision plans for NJ Chamber of Commerce members. 3/16/24

On this edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato talks with Linda Czipo, President & CEO, NJ Center for Nonprofits, about the opportunities and challenges facing non-profit organizations and how a hybrid workforce has impacted the ability to hire, train and retain a talented workforce. Then, Steve sits down with Michael Maron, President & CEO, Holy Name, on-location at Villa Marie Claire, to talk about the Graduate Medical Education Partnership between Holy Name and Rowan University as well as the responsibility of leaders to be innovative and “connect the dots.” 3/9/24

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Stephen Adubato, Editorial Fellow, COMPACT Magazine and Host, “Cracks in Postmodernity” Platform, about the connection between education and writing and why it is important to communicate important questions and ideas to others. Then, Steve and Mary share leadership and communication tips and tools in a mini-seminar, “Feedback is a Funny Thing.” 3/2/24

In the first half of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba sit down with Carolyn Welsh, President & CEO, NJ Sharing Network, about the importance of developing your people and the link between leadership, resilience and grit. Then, Steve and Mary talk about Steve’s new book, “Lessons in Leadership 2.0: The Tough Stuff,” and offer tips and tools on confrontation, the art of the Q & A, relationship building and more. 2/24/24

As part of the special series, “Lessons in Leadership: Discovery and Innovation in NJ,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Wesley Mathews, President & CEO, Choose New Jersey who talks about how a trip to East Asia has reaffirmed a 30-year partnership with the region and what this means to the Garden State's economy. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Matthew Saybolt, MD, Medical Director, Structural Heart Disease Program, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, about innovation, leadership and new treatments for mitral valve disease. 2/17/24

On this edition of “Lessons in Leadership,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Bernie Corrigan, President and Training Director, IBEW Local 102, who shares his perspective on the importance of coaching and mentoring others and leading and communicating in challenging situations. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Helen Archontou, CEO, YWCA Northern New Jersey about how they are working to empower young women and the connection between grit, perseverance and effective leadership. 2/10/24

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Bryan Crable, PhD, Founding Dean, College of Human Development, Culture, and Media, at Seton Hall University talking about innovation in higher education and what leadership skills are essential for this next generation. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Rev. Edwin Leahy, Headmaster, St. Benedict’s Preparatory School, about their resilience building programs and the importance of community and experiential education. 1/27/24

As part of the special series, “Lessons in Leadership: Discovery and Innovation in NJ,” Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Chris Paladino, President, New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO) talking about the Health and Life Science Exchange (HELIX) in New Brunswick and why it is so important to our state and region. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Hayley Mayer, Principal, and Scott Davis, Partner, both from Prager Metis CPAs, LLC, about the importance of growth, leadership and relationship building in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. 1/20/24

In this edition of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary talk with Gregory Ehrie, Chief Security Officer, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey about the greatest lessons he has learned leading in a crisis and challenging situations. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Zyphus Lebrun, Executive Producer, "One-on-One with Steve Adubato", who shares his perspecitve on collaboration, teamwork and communicating and leading in a remote setting. 1/13/24

In this half-hour special, NJ Governor Phil Murphy joins Steve Adubato for a candid discussion about his leadership challenges as governor, the state of democracy, and his efforts to lead on climate change, mass transit, and New Jersey’s fiscal challenges. 1/7/24

On this special edition of "Steve Adubato's Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary are joined by Ryan Stevens, Speaker & Organizational Coach, cATalyzing Coaching & Consulting, who shares his perspective on the connection between trust, collaboration, leadership and building collaborative teams. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Marty Smith, ESPN Host and Author, SIDELINE CEO: Leadership Principles from Championship Coaches about the connection between sports and leadership and the importance of trust, communication and delegation on successful teams. 12/17/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Ruchin Kansal, Professor of Practice, Seton Hall University, about Artificial Intelligence (AI) in leadership and how AI can help leaders improve their effectiveness and efficiency. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Satyen Raja, CEO & Founder, WarriorSage Trainings, about Transcendent Leadership and how it can completely shift an organization's culture. 12/10/23

On this edition of "Steve Adubato's Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary talk with Andrew Duke, President, Metrographics, about leadership, branding and his advice for young entrepreneurs. Then, Steve is joined by Jonathan Eig, Author, King: A Life, about the life and leadership lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 12/3/23

On this episode of "Steve Adubato's Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary talk with Jose Azar, MD, Executive Vice President, Chief Quality Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health Network about his book, "The Agile Network," and the importance of innovation and challenging the status quo. Then, Steve and Mary share tips and tools on how to lead more effective and productive meetings in less time. 11/26/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Tierney Wade, President and Chief Operating Officer, The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) and why we need compassion and empathy in business. Then, Steve and Mary share tips and tools for confronting difficult situations and initaiting challenging conversations in a Lessons in Leadership Mini-seminar. 3/30/24

On this episode of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary talk with Stanton Brown, EdD, Executive Director and Professor in the Practice of Leadership, Buccino Leadership Institute, Seton Hall University, about the connection between leadership, innovation and the leadership skills young adults need to succeed in the workforce. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Roger León, Superintendent, Newark Public Schools, about the leadership lessons he learned in his 5 years as superintendent and his priorities for the upcoming school year. 11/12/23

On "Steve Adubato's Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary sit down with State Senator Troy Singleton, Senate Majority Whip, NJ State Senate, about leadership, job creation and the greatest motivators for recruiting and retaining a talented workforce. Then, Coach Bob Hurley, President, People's Park Foundation, talks about the connection between leadership and philanthropy and the recreational opportunities at the fields at Liberty State Park in Jersey City. 11/5/23

On this edition of "Steve Adubato's Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary are joined by Rakia Reynolds, Founder and Executive Officer, Skai Blue Media who shares her perspective on Entrepreneurship and why she believes authenticity is one of the most important qualities in business. Then, Steve talks with Joaquin Duato, Chairman of the Board and CEO, Johnson & Johnson about leadership, branding, sustainability and future frontiers in health innovation. 10/29/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with John Pelesko, PhD, Provost and Senior VP for Academic Affairs at NJIT about leadership, innovation and the importance of lifelong learning. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Carmen Villar, VP, Social Business Innovation, Merck & Co., Inc., about social business innovation and her leadership advice for young women and people of color starting on their professional journey. 10/22/23

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary talk with Andrea Addesso, Vice President, Brand Strategy, Hackensack Meridian Health about the unique leadership challenges and opportunities she has faced leading brand management of a healthcare system during a pandemic. Then, Steve talks Artificial Intelligence and what how it will impact leadership and communication in the workforce and beyond with David A. Bader, PhD, Director, Institute for Data Science, NJIT. 10/1/23

In this special “Animals in Focus” edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary talk with Cara Achterberg, President and Co-founder, Who Will Let the Dogs Out, about her passion for dog rescue, her books, “One Hundred Dogs & Counting,” and “Live Intentionally,” as well as the connection between wellness and leadership. Then, Steve and Mary continue the discussion about “The Leadership-Wellness Connection” in a mini-seminar sharing tips and tools to make wellbeing a priority in your life. 9/24/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Caroline Pizzano, Marketing, Communications and Social Media Manager, Caucus Educational Corporation, about the challenges and leadership lessons she learned being a college student during COVID and then transitioning to the workforce remotely. Then, Mary and Steve are joined by William C. Sproule, Executive Secretary-Treasurer and Tom Bender, Education Outreach Director, Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters about innovation, leadership, and the work they are doing tied to wind energy and healthcare construction. 9/17/23

On this edition of Lesson’s in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Deb Belfatto, Founder and Creator, “Let’s Talk: Women’s Health & Wellness,” exploring the keys to physical, emotional, social, and financial wellness. Then, Steve and Mary talk with DeForest Soaries, Jr., President, Corporate Community Connections, Inc., about the connection between innovation and leadership and his passion for leading change. 9/10/23

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary talk with Eric Alcera, MD Associate Physician in Chief, Hackensack Meridian Behavioral Health CTS, about the keys for healthy relationships. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Chris Paladino, President, New Brunswick Development Corporation and Joe Jingoli, CEO, JINGOLI-DCO / Partner, Hard Rock Atlantic City, about the importance of innovation, partnerships, and relationships. 8/27/23

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary are joined by Amy Vazquez, Vice President, Employers Association of New Jersey, about EANJ’s 106-year history and the lessons she has learned from the pandemic. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Ted Deutsch, CEO and Managing Partner, Taft Communications, about innovation and challenging the status quo, particularly tied to the decision to move Taft Communications’ headquarters to Trenton’s historic Roebling complex. 8/20/23

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Michael Maron, President and CEO, Holy Name, about the Graduate Medical Education program at Holy Name and the Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing and why such programs are so important. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Shané Harris, VP, Social Responsibility, President, The Prudential Foundation, about philanthropy and leadership. 8/13/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Ira Robbins, CEO, Valley Bank, talking about leadership in challenging times and the importance of teamwork, coaching and creating a culture of wellness. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Regina Foley, PhD, MBA, RN, EVP, Chief Transformation Officer and Interim Chief Nurse Executive, Hackensack Meridian Healh about the Sheila Cancro Institute for Nursing Leadership and what more can and should we be doing to reduce physician and nurse burnout. 8/6/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Matt Eventoff, Princeton Public Speaking & The Oratory Project, about his book, "Speak Fearlessly," and tips and tools to become a more confident presenter. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Rochelle L. Williams, PhD. Chief Programs & Membership Officer, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), as part of our special series, "Powering Equity & Social Justice," about the importance of supporting aspirations of collegiate and pre-collegiate students in engineering and technology. 7/23/23

On this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary talk with Kirsten Rasky, Senior Account Executive, NJBIZ, about the changes she has seen in business in the state as well as why she believes it is important to learn something new every day. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Joey Gamba, NYU Tisch Drama Class of 2027, about his journey in the arts and the leadership lessons he has learned tied to grit and perseverance. 7/16/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba sit down with Andy Anderson, MD, MBA, Executive VP, Chief Medical and Quality Officer, RWJBarnabas Health, about wellness, leadership, and physician burnout. Then, Steve talks with U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D) - NJ-11, about military leadership. The segment concludes with Steve and Mary sharing tips and tools on how to lead more effective and productive meetings in less time. 7/9/23

On this episode of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary talk with Heather B. Andersen, President & CEO, Special Olympics of NJ, and Lori Acker, SVP, COO/Operational Transformation, Delta Dental of NJ, about philanthropy and the connection between sports, leadership and giving back. Then, Patricia Stark, Talk Host 77WABC Radio, "Positively Ernie & Patricia," shares tips and tools on how to have a more positive outlook on life, as well as the connection between confidence and calm, as it relates to her book, "Calmfidence." 6/25/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Evan Drellich, Author, Winning Fixes Everything: How Baseball's Brightest Minds Created Sports' Biggest Mess, about the Houston Astros cheating scandal and the importance of leaders owning their mistakes. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Shané Harris, VP, Social Responsibility, President, The Prudential Foundation, about philanthropy and leadership. 6/18/23

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve and Mary are joined by Lori Roth, Global Managing Partner, Prager Metis, as she shares the leadership lessons she has learned regarding coaching and developing a team and the importance of succession planning. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Robert C. Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health, about the state of healthcare today, behavioural health and how access to care is a health equity issue. 6/11/23

On this edition of "Steve Adubato's Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary sit down with Hakika V DuBose Wise, CEO, Kika Stretch Studios, CEO, Franchise with Kika, about the unique leadership challenges she faced starting a small business. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Tom Iadanza, President, Valley National Bank, regarding wellness, leadership and recruiting and retaining a talented and dedicated team. 6/4/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Dennis G. Wilson, President & CEO, Delta Dental of NJ and Jim Kirkos, CEO, Meadowlands Chamber & Meadowlands Live! CVB as part of the special series, Small Business Lessons in Leadership. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Kim Guadagno, Executive Director Mercer Canter, Former Lt. Governor of NJ about philanthropy, leadership and how Mercy Center is supporting vulnerable families and children. 5/21/23

This episode of "Steve Adubato's Lessons of Leadership" first explores small business and women in leadership, with special guest Marjorie Perry, President & CEO, MZM Construction & Management, talking about the importance of mentoring young women and young adults. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Greg Lalevee, Business Manager & General VP, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825, about VUCA, which stands for Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous and how leaders can use VUCA to become more effective leaders. 5/7/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Tai Cooper, Chief Community Development Officer, New Jersey Economic Authority (NJEDA) about leadership and innovation. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Collyn Gilbert, Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer, Valley Bank, who shares the leadership lessons she has learned as a woman leader in the banking industry. 4/30/23

This edition of Lessons in Leadership features Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talking with Andrew Pecora, MD, CEO & Chairman, Outcomes Matter Innovations, LLC, talking about the connection between leadership and innovation, particularly in healthcare. Then, Steve and Mary talk to Norris Clark, Managing Partner, PSC and Carolinn Pocher Woody, Director, Digital Marketing, PSC, about such topics as collaboration, teamwork and marketing and branding in a highly competitive world. 4/23/23

In this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba share their insight and the lessons learned as they throw to clips from a virtual conversation with Steve and Michele Siekerka, CEO, New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA). 4/16/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Michael Clinton, Author, ROAR Into the Second Half of your Life. ROAR focuses on professionals in the second half of their life being proactive and creating a future they want right now. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Calvin Ledford Jr. President, PSEG Foundation, Director Corporate Social Responsibility, PSEG, about his commitment to giving back to the community, relationship-building and the keys to leading a successful non-profit organization. 4/2/23

In this special edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by the talented Sharron Miller, Artistic Director, Sharron Miller's Academy for the Performing Arts, who talks about how she pivoted during the pandemic and how her Academy uses dance to teach discipline, collaboration and confidence in young adults. Then, Steve and Mary sit down with Lamont Repollet, EdD, President, Kean University, about the leadership lessons he has learned and the impact higher education is having on our young adults. 3/26/23

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato first talks with Rick Thigpen, Senior VP, Corporate Citizenship, PSEG about prominent leaders who have passed away but whom have left a legacy in the state of New Jersey, including Rev. Dr. Samuel Howard Woodson, Jr., Senator Wynona Lipman and NJ Assemblyman John S. Watson. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Frank Giantomasi, Member, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC, about leadership and the law, family and innovation and leadership. 3/19/23

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba sit down with Jane McManus, Executive Director, Seton Hall Center for Sports Media and Associate Director, Buccino Leadership Institute, Columnist, Deadspin, to talk about the connection between sports and leadership. Then, Steve and Mary continue the discussion with Nick Matarazzo, President, Hearst Autos, talking sports, leadership, branding and innovation. 3/12/23

As part of the "Stand & Deliver: Powering Equity and Social Justice" series, this edition of "Lessons in Leadership" features Karisa DeSantis, Principal, Newark Vocational High School, talking about youth advocacy and preparing our youth leaders of tomorrow. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Elizabeth V. Halpin, Acting Director, Buccino Leadership Institute, Associate Dean, School of Diplomacy and International Relations, Seton Hall University, about women's leadership and empowerment, and what leadership traits are needed from our young adults entering the workforce. 2/26/23

Steve and Mary are joined by Greg Lalevee, Business Manager & General VP, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825, about wellness, leadership and evolving as a leader. Then, Steve and Mary share tips and tools to building more strategic relationships using what they call the "hub and spokes" model. 2/19/23

In this edition of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary are joined by Timothy Hogan, FACHE, Executive VP, Care Transformation Services, Hackensack Meridian Health, President and Chief Hospital Executive, Riverview Medical Center, about innovation in healthcare. Then, Jacqui Tricarico, Executive Producer, "Think Tank with Steve Adubato," and Co-Host, "Remember Them with Steve Adubato and Jacqui Tricarico," talks with Steve and Mary about work-life balance, wellness and the connection between sports and leadership. 2/12/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Alyssa D'Addio, Vice President, Hospital and Community Services, NJ Sharing Network, talking about the importance of organ and tissue donation as well as the power of giving back to others. Then, as part of the special series, "Small Business Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary are joined by Dennis Wilson, President and CEO, Delta Dental of NJ, Delta Dental of CT, with Meghan Hunscher, President and CEO, Morris County Chamber of Commerce, talking about innovation and the greatest opportunities for small business in 2023. 1/29/23

In a very special edition of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary talk about personal empowerment with Laura Fredricks, JD, CEO and Founder, THE ASK. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Laurie Zaleski, Author, Owner & Founder, Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary, as she shares her powerful story of running one of the largest animal rescues in the Northeast as well as what we can all learn from hundreds of animals peacefully living together. 1/22/23

On this edition of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve and Mary talk with Brian Gaffney, Head Golf Professional, Essex Fells Country Club, about sports and leadership, self-discipline, coaching and mentoring. Then, Steve and Mary talk about the connection between giving back and employee morale with Randy Stodard, Chief Marketing Officer, Delta Dental of New Jersey, Delta Dental of Connecticut. 1/15/23

Steve and Mary talk about the connection between sports and leadership with Nick Adubato, Doug Doyle, WBGO news and Sports Director, Host of SportsJam with Doug Doyle, and director Elvin Badger and audio engineer Frank Brown. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Indu Lew, PharmD, Executive VP, Chief of Staff, RWJBarnabas Health, talking about women in leadership and the importance of trust in all relationships. 1/8/23

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Kevin O'Toole, Managing Partner, O'Toole Scrivo, LLC, about empathy, leadership development, innovation and the definition of a situational narcissist. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Dennis Wilson, President and CEO, Delta Dental of New Jersey, Delta Dental of Connecticut, and Anthony Russo, President, Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey, CEO/Publisher, COMMERCE Magazine, to talk small business lessons in leadership. 12/18/22

As part of the "Small Business Lessons in Leadership" series, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Paul Di Maio, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer, Delta Dental of New Jersey, Inc., talking about work-life balance, succession planning and managing a hybrid team. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Michele Acito, DNP, NP-C, Executive VP and Chief Nursing Officer, Holy Name about the nursing shortage, employee morale and burnout. 12/11/22

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Anthony Labozetta, President & CEO, Provident Bank about succession planning, trust and leadership, particularly tied to mergers and acquisitions. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Daniel Pasterak, General Manager and COO, Essex Fells Country Club talking about sports and leadership. 12/4/22

On this edition of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Patrick McVerry, President and General Manager, Somerset Patriots about the connection between sports and leadership. Then, Steve, Mary and special guest, Nick Adubato, share tips and tools on engaging others through "forcing" engagement in meetings and conversations. 11/20/22

On this edition of "Lessons in Leadership," Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Daniel W. Varga, MD, Chief Physician Executive, Hackensack Meridian Health, talking about dyad leadership and the role physician leaders play in the future of healthcare. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Michellene Davis, Esq., President & CEO, National Medical Fellowships, talking about leadership, social justice and and closing the racial equity gap in healthcare. 11/13/22

As part of the "Small Business Lessons in Leadership" series, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Dennis G. Wilson, President & CEO, Delta Dental of New Jersey and Michele Burke, Partner, Alliance Benefit Solutions talking about return to work, employee satisfaction and what the future holds for small business in New Jersey. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Rick Thigpen, Senior VP Corporate Citizenship, PSEG, for a special series, "Lessons in Leadership: Great Leaders of Color," where they discuss the leadership of such people as NJ Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, President Barack Obama and Michele Obama and Muhammad Ali, among others. 11/5/22

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Yvonne Surowiec, Senior Executive VP, Chief People Officer, Valley Bank, talking about return to work two and a half years into the pandemic, and how to recruit, develop and retain a talented workforce. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Andre Goy, MD, Physician-in-Chief of Oncology, Hackensack Meridian John Theurer Cancer Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, about empathy and leadership. 10/30/22

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Michael Maron, President and CEO, Holy Name, talking about innovation in healthcare, physician burnout and leading in challenging times. Then, Steve and Mary share "best practices" for PowerPoint and connecting with your audience. 10/23/22

Steve Adubato and his co-host Mary Gamba are joined on "Lessons in Leadership" by Richard Christopher Scuderi, Author, "The Enlightened Man" and "The Lonely Boy," and President and Founder, The Depression and Anxiety Support Group of Hunterdon, talking about the importance of kindness. Then, Steve and Mary talk non-profit leadership with Michele Adubato, CEO, The North Ward Center, Founder, Center for Autism and Michael Schmidt, Executive Director and CEO, The Healthcare Foundation of NJ. 10/16/22

On Steve Adubato’s Lessons in Leadership with Co-host Mary Gamba, Steve and Mary talk with Carolyn Welsh, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, NJ Sharing Network, about the leadership challenges and opportunities she has faced during the pandemic. Then, Steve and Mary are joined by Marc Berson, Chairman, Fidelco Group, Former Chairman, RWJBarnabas Health, about the trends he has seen in real estate and the importance of giving back. 9/25/22

Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Jeffrey Boscamp, MD, Interim Dean, Hackensack Meridian Health, about the leadership and communication traits needed for our physicians of tomorrow. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Neal Shapiro, President & CEO, The WNET Group about the challenges leading public broadcasting before, during and now two and a half years into the pandemic. 9/18/22

In this edition of Lessons in Leadership, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Chris Paladino, President, New Brunswick Development Corporation, about innovation in New Brunswick and the surrounding areas and the leadership challenges due to COVID-19. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Greg Lalevee, Business Manager & General VP, IUOE Local 825 about recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining talented team members. 9/11/22

On this edition of Lessons in Leadership. Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba are joined by Tammy Garnes Mata, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Valley Bank, about integrating diversity and inclusion into the DNA and culture of an organization to create a positive, innovative and inclusive workforce. Then, Steve and Mary talk with Brendan Gill, CEO/President, The BGill Group and Alixon Collazos, Senior Partner, The BGill Group about the importance of relationship building when building a brand. 8/28/22

This special segment of Lessons in Leadership highlights students in the Stand & Deliver Youth Leadership program, Ethan DeJesus, Jeremias Castillo and Shawn’Yae Myers, along with Project Director Toni Richardson about the keys to executive presence, particularly in a media interview. Then, Steve talks with Tom Szaky, Founder and CEO, TerraCycle, about his passion for recycling the unrecyclable and thinking outside the box. 8/21/22

As part of the “Research, Science, Innovation and Leadership” series, Steve Adubato and Mary Gamba talk with Rodger DeRose, President and CEO, Kessler Foundation and Trevor Dyson-Hudson, MD, Director, Spinal Cord Injury and Regenerative Rehabilitation Research, Kessler Foundation about the breakthrough work Kessler Foundation is doing to help patients with spinal cord injuries. 8/14/22