Executive Search Announcement:

Hal English is named President and CEO of the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber
We are pleased to announce that our client, the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber, has named Hal English to be the next President and CEO. Peter Crowley, the current President and CEO, will retire on December 31, 2020; English will assume the role on January 4th. The announcement comes after an extensive national search for the position, conducted by our firm.

"I couldn't be more pleased with the extraordinary efforts of Dennis Miller and his team," says Brenda Ross-Dulan, Chairman of the Board. "Their ability to listen, collaborate and give insightful advice was invaluable in our search. If you are looking for a firm with the expertise, experience and contacts to ensure your executive search is successful, then Dennis C. Miller Associates is the firm to call."

The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber is one of the largest regional chambers in the State, having acquired the MidJersey Chamber in 2019. The Chamber now serves over 1,600 members companies and 8,000 member contacts across five counties in Central New Jersey.

"It has been my honor to serve as the Chamber’s President and CEO for these past twelve years," Crowley says. "I’ve had the chance to work with amazing staff, amazing Chamber members and some of the leading business leaders in our Region. Hal’s appointment makes me excited for the upcoming years ahead."
Hal English is a long-time resident of Mercer County and has held numerous leadership positions across the County. He is also a nationally recognized author with his book, Behind the Ivy Walls, which is a testament to his resiliency and triumph of his life.

“I am excited to welcome Hal as our new President and CEO,” adds Ross-Dulan. “His knowledge of the region, coupled with his extensive work with nonprofits and small businesses make him a perfect match to follow our exiting President, Peter Crowley. In addition to his business success, Hal has experience in legislative responsibility from his present role as Business Administrator in Robbinsville and through his previous legislative work in Trenton."

“I am excited to lead the Chamber and work with such an amazing Board and equally amazing staff,” says English. “I have had the honor to be a Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber member for many years and witnessed the tremendous growth and business impact that this organization has accomplished. I look forward to helping continue that growth.”

Of his experience working with Dennis C. Miller Associates, English adds, "The Chamber was well served by the firm and so were the candidates. I was greatly impressed with everyone in the firm and their dedication and drive to bring clarity and quality to the process."

Please join us in congratulating Hal on his new role. We are confident that he will be a terrific leader for the Princeton Mercer Regional Commerce!
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