South Jersey BIZ - Issue #6 (June 2026)

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SJBiz_Ladies Who Lead Dept0626FINAL.qxp_Layout 1 6 / 11 / 26 12 : 34 PM Page 1 were not seen as leaders . Even better would W O M E N I N B I Z beEleanor Roosevelt and Ruth Bader Ginsburg together — two strong women who overcame barriers , opening opportunities for all women . Jacqueline Dirmann Vice President , Regional Client Ladies Leader , Local and County Government | T & M Associates ON BECOMING A STRONGER Who Lead LEADER … My leadership style Powerful businesswomen share their has evolved over time into a more team - ori - advice , expertise and stories of success . ented and intentional approach , focused on [ Edited by Peter Proko and Giana Scafide ] collaboration , growth and accountability . I uccess rarely follows a straight path.Behind every thriving busi - value a strong team dynamic and believe in ness is a story of perseverance , calculated risks , hard - earned lessons continuous learning — both independently and moments of uncertainty . Across the region , female business andthrough shared experiences with others . S leadersare helping shape the local economy while breaking barri - ers , creating opportunities and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs . ONTHE IMPORTANCE OF We spoke with several local women who have built successful careers and MENTORSHIP … businesses in a variety of industries . They shared candid insights about the Having a mentor is critical for leadership challenges they faced and the lessons they learned along the way . Their expe - growth because the type of guidance you riences offer valuable perspectives not only for aspiring entrepreneurs , but for needevolves as your career progresses . Early anyone seeking to grow professionally , navigate setbacks and lead with confi - on , a mentor often plays a more technical dence . role — helping you learn how to perform in - dividual tasks effectively , exposing you to dif - Karina Anthony ferent ways of approaching problems and Executive Director of Marketing | Visit Atlantic City teachingyou how to produce strong , efficient ON IMPORTANT LESSONS LEARNED … deliverables.At that stage , you are essentially I learned that what often appears “ effortless ” to others is absorbing as much as you can and building usually the result of preparation behind the scenes . astrong foundation of skills . Whether it’s a presentation , negotiation , campaign launch As you grow into a management role , or major event , I believe in doing the work ahead of time your needs shift . The technical mentor who so I can lead with confidence , adaptability and calm under was valuable early in your career may no pressure . That mindset has stayed with me throughout longer be the right fit , and you begin to my career and continues to shape how I lead today . benefit more from a mentor who is a strong leader of people . In my experience , that type ON EVOLVING AS A LEADER … of mentorship was instrumental in helping As I’ve grown professionally , I’ve realized that the most effective leadership me refine my management skills — learning requires flexibility and trust in the people around you . I’ve learned that you how to rely on and trust my team , delegate accomplish far more when you surround yourself with smart , talented people and effectively , and establish processes and pro - create an environment where collaboration thrives . Today , I see leadership as em - ceduresthat improve overall team efficiency . powering a team and working together toward a shared vision . That shift has made me not only a better leader , but a stronger teammate as well . JanetGoehner - Jacobs Executive Director | Eileen Wirth Saddler’s Woods President & CEO | MEND , Inc . Conservation ON FINDING THE RIGHT BALANCE … Association ( SWCA ) The right balance is critical not only for leaders but for ONFINDING THE their entire team . To be fully “ present ” at work means to RIGHTBALANCE … be fully focused on work while there . Taking time yourself I wake up every day or enabling your team the time to handle personal matters being able to pursue can go a long way in reducing stress and distractions . This one of my great pas - allows everyone the opportunity to excel . sions , which is to be a steward of nature . I THE WOMAN SHE’D MOST LIKE TO HAVE COFFEE know I make tangible improvements in the WITH … environment and in people’s lives . It’s not My immediate thought on this is Eleanor Roosevelt . It would be an interesting always a picnic , and the struggles can be conversation to gain insight into how she accomplished all she did when women quite challenging , but living in complete 10 | SOUTH JERSEY BIZ | VOLUME 16 ISSUE 6 | SouthJerseyBiz.net

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SJBiz_Ladies Who Lead Dept0626FINAL.qxp_Layout 1 6 / 11 / 26 3 : 45 PM Page 2 alignment with my values empowers me to make space for all my parts of me . Finding the right balance allows me to lead SWCA but also to be a multi - sport athlete and a mother . THE WOMAN SHE’D MOST LIKE TO HAVE COFFEE WITH … Without a doubt , it would be Jane Goodall . She has had a profound impact in the sciences , in international environmental policy and more - over as a shining light of what humanity could and should be . Her dedication had her traveling some 360 days of the year to get her message out about protecting the Earth , and she did this until her last breath . What a gift to the world she was . Jo - Ann Weiner Founder | J . L . Weiner & Associates , LLC ON IMPORTANT LESSONS LEARNED … I have always remained technically competent . It is important to know your craft and be able to solve the difficult problems . This is very important when your team gets stuck and cannot find a workable solution . ON WHAT NEEDS TO CHANGE … More women are needed in leadership posi - tions . Women bring long - term thinking to the table , are interested in developing people , and they are willing to collaborate and include others . … As sustainable leaders , women focus not only on profit but also community impact and environmental responsibility to bring organizations into the future . Women and men need to mentor women to help other women who aspire to leadership roles . With the decrease in DEI efforts , there is more pressure on women to prove their abilities . Critical mentorship has declined and the rate of women ascending to CEO and board roles has declined . Paths forward need to be opened and equality of opportunity needs to be created for women in business . JoBeth Mauriello Senior Executive Vice President , Head of Consumer Banking | Fulton Bank ON THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTORSHIP … Mentors have played an important role in my growth by helping SouthJerseyBiz.net | VOLUME 16 ISSUE 6 | SOUTH JERSEY BIZ | 11

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