Black Woman Appointed CEO In Historic Newark Business Group Move

The Newark Regional Business Partnership has marked the historic appointment of a Black woman as its president and CEO. Ferlanda Fox Nixon will take over the position from Chip Hallock, who served as CEO for 25 years. According to Mosaic, Hallock spoke of his successor’s aptitude for the role in a statement released on Sept. 3. “It is a pleasure to have Ferlanda take the reins,” expressed Hallock, who announced his retirement in April. “She is the consummate professional, and I am confident that she will successfully execute and expand...