(NEWARK, NJ) -- Invest Newark announced that Andrea Mason, an expert in community outreach and city operations, will be Business Operations Officer for Invest Newark. In her role, she works with the CEO to oversee the daily operations of multiple departments to ensure success. She also ensures that residents and the business community are aware of the many programs Invest Newark offers.
Andrea is a Newark native and resident. She worked and took on new responsibilities in the City of Newark’s Division of Recreation and Cultural Affairs for 15 years until becoming the South Ward Aide to the Honorable Mayor Ras J. Baraka in 2016. In 2018, Ms. Mason was appointed as the first Senior Manager of the Newark People’s Assembly, a newly created division within the Mayor’s Office. There, her office served as the liaison between the community at-large and the Mayor, Administration, and Department leaders.
Along with the many duties that she performs while working for the community, she is a Leadership Newark Fellow, an active member of Alpha Kappa Sorority, Incorporated, a member of her block association and the South District Community Relations Council in Newark, a basketball official (IAABO Board 33), a USA Gymnastics Tumbling Judge, a Commissioner for Newark’s Federally Qualified Health Center, a member of the Newark Commission on Homelessness and consistently attends community events and meetings as invited. In her spare time, Ms. Mason loves to instruct and soul line dance.
Marcus Randolph, President, and CEO of Invest Newark, warmly stated, "We are thrilled to have Andrea L. Mason join the Invest Newark team. Her impressive background and deep connection to Newark significantly strengthen our mission, and we are excited to collaborate with her in making a positive and lasting impact on Newark's future."
Andrea L. Mason stated, "I’m a Newark native and resident, and have always had a deep love for this city and its people. Joining Invest Newark lets me combine my passion for the community and its development while empowering residents. Together, we'll build a stronger Newark, where there are endless opportunities, and everyone thrives. I'm honored to be part of Invest Newark's mission, and I'm excited for the positive impact we'll create together while moving Newark Forward."
Invest Newark, the City of Newark’s Economic Development Corporation, propels the City’s strong and diverse economy, builds vibrant communities, and creates opportunities for all Newarkers. Invest Newark supports small, women and minority-owned businesses, invests in world-class internet service, spurs real estate development and executes economic development activities to produce and sustain economic growth, generate jobs and create wealth for the citizens of Newark.
