Connell Foley is proud to announce that firm partner and Former Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno has been named by NJBIZ as one of New Jersey's "Best 50 Women in Business."
Kim Guadagno has been blazing trails for women in New Jersey for years. In 2007, she was elected Sheriff of Monmouth County, New Jersey - the first woman to hold this position. She served in this role until 2010, when she became New Jersey’s first Lieutenant Governor. Serving under Governor Chris Christie, Guadagno was charged with overseeing economic development efforts in the state and also acted as Secretary of State. After two terms as Lieutenant Governor, Guadagno became the 2017 Republican gubernatorial nominee and ran against Democratic nominee Phil Murphy in the 2018 gubernatorial election.
Through both public and private positions, Kim Guadagno has worked tirelessly for New Jersey businesses. She has received numerous accolades for her impact on various industries, including law and politics. As one of the "Best 50 Women in Business," Guadagno is also being recognized for her impact on business in New Jersey and for her role in clearing a path to success for other women throughout the state.
Guadagno and her fellow 2019 honorees will be recognized at the NJBIZ "Best 50 Women in Business" awards event on March 25, 2019. For more information or to register, please visit the NJBIZ website.