New Jersey Innovation Institute

Last week was a week full of flavor and fun at NJII! 🎉   We kicked things off with a Healthy Cooking Demonstration, where our team learned how to prepare delicious and nutritious meals — proving that eating well doesn't have to be boring! 👨🍳   Then we rounded out the week with our Monthly Celebration, and this month’s theme was all about baseball! ⚾ From classic ballpark snacks to a lively game of baseball trivia, it was a home run for good vibes and friendly fun.    We’re grateful for opportunities to come together, share a few laughs, and enjoy the moments that make our community special!   #TeamNJII #HealthyLiving #BaseballTrivia #WellnessAtWork #EmployeeEngagement #NJIIEvents

Congratulations to Jennifer D'Angelo, MSHCM for being honored with this year's Leadership in Technology Innovation Award from NJAMHAA! A big thank you to NJAMHAA for recognizing her outstanding contributions. A special shoutout to the NJII SUDs team and Darlene Carr for their dedication to advancing interoperability in healthcare, especially in the Substance Abuse Disorder sector in New Jersey. Shout Out to all the amazing recipients—together, we are making a significant impact! #SubstanceUsedisorder #mentalhealth

🌟 Join us for our webinar: “Accelerating AI Adoption in NJ Healthcare” on April 29 at 12 PM ET! Learn from industry experts about responsible AI adoption in healthcare, featuring: ☑ Statewide AI collaboration framework ☑ Insights from Montefiore Health ☑ Essential AI toolkit components ☑ High-impact AI use cases ☑ Proven ROI strategies Featured Speakers: Jennifer D'Angelo, MSHCM NJII Tom Villani, PhD, NJII Dr. Parsa Mirhaji Montefiore Health James Green Cognome Don't miss this chance to engage with AI pioneers! 👉 Register today! https://lnkd.in/e2aw8kpP 📢 Read about our collaboration with HCIS and Cognome in the full press release https://lnkd.in/eBUPwXW7

What do Meyer lemons, a kitchen table, and a cherished family recipe have to do with leadership, resilience, and legacy? 🍋 In her latest blog, Tracy MacDonald, MBA, Director of Custom Training at The Learning and Development Initiative, shares a thoughtful reflection on the women who shaped her journey — and how the values learned around the kitchen table continue to influence how she leads, mentors, and builds community. It’s a powerful reminder that leadership often begins in the most unexpected places! Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/eSScQrVk #NJII #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #Storytelling #Legacy #ProfessionalGrowth

🚀 Exciting times for Newark! We're thrilled to see our contributions—along with major insights from our president, Michael Johnson, Ph.D.—highlighted in this recent Forbes article on the city's emerging startup ecosystem. NJII is honored to be recognized as a key player in Newark's tech scene, alongside Audible, nvp capital, and NJEDA. Our NJII Entrepreneurship division is dedicated to bridging the gap between startups, academia, and industry, particularly in sectors like digital health, AI, and advanced manufacturing. Through initiatives like the NJII Venture Studio, we foster innovation and empower entrepreneurs to build the next wave of groundbreaking companies. Check out the full article to learn more about how Newark is positioning itself as a new hub for innovation and entrepreneurship: https://lnkd.in/eXFyJmjX #Innovation #Startups #Newark #NJII #Entrepreneurship

🤝 NJII, and its Healthcare AI subsidiary Healthcare Innovation Solutions, Inc.(HCIS), recently announced a partnership with Cognome to bring leading AI and ML solutions to the NJ healthcare community. This partnership is founded on our shared dedication to drive innovation through high value, AI-enabled use cases that improve patient outcomes, provide operational efficiencies and enable AI Governance. Since 2015, NJII has forged a unique role in the state's healthcare ecosystem by facilitating programs that foster collaboration across stakeholders to solve complex healthcare transformation challenges. Join our upcoming webinar where NJII, HCIS and Cognome will share their plans to develop a collaborative model addressing key AI adoption use cases in a cost-effective, efficient and scalable manner. Join us for our upcoming webinar, "Accelerating AI Adoption in NJ Healthcare: Collaboration & Real-World Impact," to discover how this partnership will make a difference! 👉 Learn more and register here https://lnkd.in/e2aw8kpP 👉 Check out the launch of our new website here https://lnkd.in/ey6BrDdj #NJII #CognomeAI #HealthcareInnovation #AIGovernance #DigitalTransformation

🌟 Take your skills to the next level with The Learning and Development Initiative! This April, our workshops cover topics like AI-driven growth, intellectual property, and confident communication, while our webinars focus on entrepreneurship—Be Your Own Boss. Whether you're looking to innovate, protect your ideas, or lead with impact, we’ve got you covered. Don’t miss out—register now! Webinars: https://lnkd.in/enA884e5 Workshops: https://lnkd.in/eHQmXvM5 #ProfessionalDevelopment #AI #Leadership #NJIT

Transforming Retail with Generative AI  Retail giants like Best Buy and Carrefour Taiwan are revolutionizing customer experiences with generative AI. From virtual assistants to AI sommeliers, these innovations are enhancing customer service and engagement. Discover how Etsy is optimizing search recommendations to boost seller visibility and customer satisfaction.  Learn more about AI's impact on retail: https://lnkd.in/e8EYtnxb #RetailInnovation #GenerativeAI #CustomerExperience 

Jennifer D'Angelo, MSHCM has been named to the 2025 NJBIZ Health Care Power List, a recognition of her leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing healthcare in New Jersey. At NJII, we are proud to celebrate her contributions to improving patient outcomes, driving industry progress, and shaping the future of healthcare. Her commitment to excellence continues to make a lasting impact on the industry and the communities we serve. Congratulations, Jennifer! #Leadership #Healthcare #Excellence

📣 We are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership between New Jersey Innovation Institute and Cognome to transform patient care with cutting-edge AI and ML solutions! Together, we'll leverage ethical AI tools and innovative services to enhance clinical intelligence, improve operational efficiencies, and drive better patient outcomes. As Jennifer D'Angelo, MSHCM states, "By aligning stakeholder initiatives, we can ensure all hospitals and providers benefit from AI-driven innovation." Join us in revolutionizing healthcare technology and fostering innovation across New Jersey and beyond! 🌐 Learn More: https://lnkd.in/d75MVcc6 #AIinHealthcare #NJII #Cognome #PatientCareTransformation