Rizco is honored to announce that Debra Rizzi, President and Partner, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce (NJCC).
Officially appointed on April 9, Debra is one of six distinguished leaders chosen to help shape the Chamber’s strategic vision and advance its mission of driving economic growth across the state. Her appointment reflects the Chamber’s commitment to engaging forward-thinking professionals from sectors integral to New Jersey’s continued innovation and prosperity.
Joining Debra on the Board are:
- Joseph Baumann, Chairman, McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, LLC
- Timothy Corriston, Managing Partner, Connell Foley
- Paul Di Maio, President & CEO, Delta Dental of New Jersey
- Paul Fried, CEO, Member of the Firm, Smolin
- Jon Gooda, Vice President, Newark Hub, United Airlines
“New Jersey is navigating a period of both significant opportunity and complex challenges,” said Thomas Bracken, President & CEO of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. “The individuals joining our Board bring distinguished expertise and strategic insight that will further enhance our mission to advance the state’s economic prosperity. They will serve alongside an esteemed group of business leaders already dedicated to this important work.”
In this role, Debra will help inform and shape policy and initiatives across key areas such as economic development, taxation, workforce development, healthcare, transportation, and government reform. With over 25 years of experience in brand and strategic development, and as president of Rizco—a brand-led marketing agency known for its purpose-driven storytelling and design—she brings a creative, forward-thinking lens to the Chamber’s mission, offering valuable insight at the intersection of business strategy, communication, and community impact.
“We view our engagement and commitment to the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Board as a meaningful opportunity to contribute to impactful dialogue and decision-making across the state,” said Debra Rizzi, President of Rizco. “It reflects Rizco’s dedication to aligning strategic, purpose-driven marketing with broader efforts to advance New Jersey’s business climate and strengthen community connections.”
Alongside her recent Board appointment, Debra will speak on the NJCC webinar “Marketing on a Shoestring Budget in 2025” on May 1. She’ll join Lacey Dean, Director of Communications and Brand Management at Fulton Bank, and Heather Shostack, CAE, Marketing Manager at the New Jersey Society of CPAs, to share cost-effective strategies and emerging trends for building authentic connections and growing brands. To register, visit NJChamber.com.
