The NJBIZ Power 100: The most powerful people in New Jersey business

By NJBIZ STAFF January 27, 2015 at 9:45 AM

The Power 100, NJBIZ's annual ranking of the most powerful people in New Jersey business, has always had two ?sure things? about it: 1. It's a must-read, who's who of the state's influential and important; and 2. It's led by Gov. Chris Christie.

For four straight years, the governor has topped the list ? no ifs, ands or buts.

?10. Steven Fulop (20)

His star is rising ? there?s no denying that ? but our sources were split on whether it?s rising too quickly.

The second-year mayor of Jersey City earned praise for building on what was a good foundation there, his savvy use of state incentives and his strong relationship with developers.

When it comes to whether he?s ready to run for governor?

?I think he?s putting together the political alliances where he could be the person (in 2017),? one political junkie said. ?If you get Hudson, Bergen, Essex aligned, it?s going to be tough to overcome.?

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