Source: NJBIZ
The basics:
NJBIZ surveyed executives statewide about expectations for 2026
Many respondents remain optimistic due to recent strategic moves
AI seen as a major emerging influence on business
The next 12 months are likely to be … interesting. A new administration is taking over in Trenton. Geopolitical uncertainty is likely to continue and perhaps [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:12:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: What do you think will be the most important factors driving the market in your industry? Read the Letter from the Editor and other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Sam Brill
CEO, Ascend Wellness Holdings
Consumers are becoming more [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:11:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: How, if at all, do you see the new administration in Trenton changing the landscape in which you work? Read the Letter from the Editor and other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Sam Brill
CEO, Ascend Wellness Holdings
New [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:10:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: What do you see as the biggest challenge facing your industry in the next 12 months? Read the Letter from the Editor and other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Sam Brill
CEO, Ascend Wellness Holdings
Even with positive federal [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:09:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: What do you worry most about heading into the new year? Read the Letter from the Editor and other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Scott Prisco
CEO, Priscotty
I try not to operate from a place of worry, either [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:08:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: Where do you see the greatest opportunities emerging in the next 12 months? Read the Letter from the Editor other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Sam Brill
CEO, Ascend Wellness Holdings
We see a strong opportunity in our diversified [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:07:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: What are the top risks you’re preparing for in 2026—economic, supply chain, geopolitical or something else? Read the Letter from the Editor and other Q-and-A’s here.
Food/hospitality
Amanda Stone
Vice president of public affairs, NJ Restaurant [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:06:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: Are you optimistic or pessimistic about economic growth in 2026? Read the Letter from the Editor other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Sam Brill
CEO, Ascend Wellness Holdings
We are cautiously optimistic about economic growth in 2026. Cannabis demand [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:05:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: How do you see the job market developing in 2026? Read the Letter from the Editor and other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Sam Brill
CEO, Ascend Wellness Holdings
The cannabis job market will continue to mature. We expect [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:04:00 AM, Continue reading at the source
Source: NJBIZ
As part of the NJBIZ Looking Ahead 2026 special feature, we asked industry leaders across New Jersey: How do you expect customer behavior or preferences to change in 2026? Read the Letter from the Editor and other Q-and-A’s here.
Cannabis
Sam Brill
CEO, Ascend Wellness Holdings
Customers are becoming more educated, intentional and brand-aware. [...]

Mon, Jan 19, 2026 5:03:00 AM, Continue reading at the source