(NEWARK, NJ) -- Invest Newark, the city of Newark's economic development agency, announced on October 25, 2023 that Emily Manz has been named Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing. Manz will help lead the organization in supporting the growth of Newark's businesses and communicating Newark's unique strengths and advantages.
Since joining Invest Newark in September 2022, Manz, who has a decade of economic development experience, has increased collaboration with Newark entities, including the Newark Alliance and the Audible Global Center for Urban Development. Her recent accomplishments include the successful revamp of the city’s Restaurant Week, implementing retail reactivation strategies and identifying new funding channels to support local businesses.
“Emily's contribution to our organization is invaluable,” said Marcus Randolph, President and CEO of Invest Newark. “We look forward to continuing to witness the innovative perspective, and commitment to community that she brings to our organization’s work.”
Manz previously served as the executive director of Preservation New Jersey, a senior consultant at the lead generation firm OCO Global, and an associate at Brick City Development Corporation. A Newark resident for over a decade, Manz has deep connections to civic organizations serving over the years on the boards of Gallery Aferro, FP Youth Outcry’s HUBB, Downtown New Jersey and Congregation Ahavas Sholom. In 2012, Manz co-founded the company Have You Met Newark Tours, cementing her commitment to innovation and community development.
“It’s been incredible to serve Invest Newark and work with entrepreneurs every day who are making an impact on their neighborhoods and our city. I look forward to continuing to work with our team and our partners like the City of Newark and Greater Newark Enterprises Corporation to support Newark’s business owners and families and share our city’s great stories” said Manz.
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.
The International Economic Development Council recognized Invest Newark’s commitment to advancing the city and awarded the agency the Excellence in Economic Development Bronze Award in 2022.
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