The Zita Group
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The Zita Group consistently ranks as one of the most recognized, respected and relied upon government and public affairs firms in New Jersey.
Yesterday marked an exciting milestone for the New Jersey Energy Policy Coalition at its first annual awards luncheon, celebrating the leaders and innovators shaping the future of energy in our state. TZG’s Christopher Hughes and Karlito Almeda had a great time and look forward to the next one!
December 11, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Yesterday marked an exciting milestone for the New Jersey Energy Policy Coalition at its first annual awards luncheon, celebrating the leaders and innovators shaping the future of energy in our state. TZG’s Christopher Hughes and Karlito Almeda had a great time and look forward to the next one!
Proud to share that TZG’s Trish Zita has been named to Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill’s 2026 Interdisciplinary Advisory Task Force. Trish is grateful for the opportunity and excited to support the Governor-elect and incoming Administration.
Full list + survey: www.nj.gov/govelect/act...
Full list + survey: www.nj.gov/govelect/act...
December 3, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Proud to share that TZG’s Trish Zita has been named to Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill’s 2026 Interdisciplinary Advisory Task Force. Trish is grateful for the opportunity and excited to support the Governor-elect and incoming Administration.
Full list + survey: www.nj.gov/govelect/act...
Full list + survey: www.nj.gov/govelect/act...
Latina Civic PAC Annual Awards gathered leaders and allies working to expand Latina representation in NJ’s elected and appointed offices. TZG’s Trish Zita, Eric Orlando and Beth Dohm were proud to support this year’s Latina Pioneer, Rising Star and Compadres. Congrats to all!
December 2, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Latina Civic PAC Annual Awards gathered leaders and allies working to expand Latina representation in NJ’s elected and appointed offices. TZG’s Trish Zita, Eric Orlando and Beth Dohm were proud to support this year’s Latina Pioneer, Rising Star and Compadres. Congrats to all!
With joy and gratitude, we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! May your holiday be filled with good company, great food, love and laughter!🧡
November 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
With joy and gratitude, we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! May your holiday be filled with good company, great food, love and laughter!🧡
TZG’s Karlito Almeda attended a morning Fireside Chat with NJ’s Governor-Elect Dr. Dale Caldwell. Moderated by Tom Bergeron, BINJE Editor & Publisher, Caldwell talked about his background, love for tennis, the need to address NJ’s energy crisis and next steps for the incoming administration.
November 24, 2025 at 7:57 PM
TZG’s Karlito Almeda attended a morning Fireside Chat with NJ’s Governor-Elect Dr. Dale Caldwell. Moderated by Tom Bergeron, BINJE Editor & Publisher, Caldwell talked about his background, love for tennis, the need to address NJ’s energy crisis and next steps for the incoming administration.
We’re so excited to share that TZG’s CEO, Trish Zita, has been named one of BINJE's Best Power Players for 2026.
Save the date!
January 13, 2026 | 5:00-8:30 PM
📍The Heldrich Hotel, New Brunswick
Register here: binje.com/binje-unveil...
Save the date!
January 13, 2026 | 5:00-8:30 PM
📍The Heldrich Hotel, New Brunswick
Register here: binje.com/binje-unveil...
November 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We’re so excited to share that TZG’s CEO, Trish Zita, has been named one of BINJE's Best Power Players for 2026.
Save the date!
January 13, 2026 | 5:00-8:30 PM
📍The Heldrich Hotel, New Brunswick
Register here: binje.com/binje-unveil...
Save the date!
January 13, 2026 | 5:00-8:30 PM
📍The Heldrich Hotel, New Brunswick
Register here: binje.com/binje-unveil...
TZG’s Trish Zita, @bethdohm.bsky.social, @ericorlando1979.bsky.social, Christopher Hughes, Matt McDermott, Ken Murphy, and Karlito Almeda, had a blast at the NJLM’s 110th Annual Three-Day Conference, networking and reconnecting with NJ's officials. Thank you, NJLM, for another wonderful conference!
November 21, 2025 at 1:33 PM
TZG’s Trish Zita, @bethdohm.bsky.social, @ericorlando1979.bsky.social, Christopher Hughes, Matt McDermott, Ken Murphy, and Karlito Almeda, had a blast at the NJLM’s 110th Annual Three-Day Conference, networking and reconnecting with NJ's officials. Thank you, NJLM, for another wonderful conference!
The 2025 InsiderNJ 100 Power List just dropped and we're thrilled to see our own Trish Zita made the list! Thank you, InsiderNJ for this recognition!
Check out the full list: www.insidernj.com/2025-insider...
Check out the full list: www.insidernj.com/2025-insider...
November 20, 2025 at 1:01 PM
The 2025 InsiderNJ 100 Power List just dropped and we're thrilled to see our own Trish Zita made the list! Thank you, InsiderNJ for this recognition!
Check out the full list: www.insidernj.com/2025-insider...
Check out the full list: www.insidernj.com/2025-insider...
TZG’s Ken Murphy and Karlito Almeda were honored to support our client @unitedwaynnj.bsky.social at their 10th Annual Women United Rise & Shine!
United Way has raised $1.2M since 2015 for ALICE® families, those earning above the Federal Poverty Level but unable to afford basic costs.
United Way has raised $1.2M since 2015 for ALICE® families, those earning above the Federal Poverty Level but unable to afford basic costs.
November 17, 2025 at 8:59 PM
TZG’s Ken Murphy and Karlito Almeda were honored to support our client @unitedwaynnj.bsky.social at their 10th Annual Women United Rise & Shine!
United Way has raised $1.2M since 2015 for ALICE® families, those earning above the Federal Poverty Level but unable to afford basic costs.
United Way has raised $1.2M since 2015 for ALICE® families, those earning above the Federal Poverty Level but unable to afford basic costs.
That’s a wrap on our three-part election recap series! Thanks for following along and to TZG VP Karlito Almeda for breaking down NJ’s 2025 General Election. As lame duck kicks off, our team will track every hearing, bill, and policy move to keep clients ready for what’s next.
November 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
That’s a wrap on our three-part election recap series! Thanks for following along and to TZG VP Karlito Almeda for breaking down NJ’s 2025 General Election. As lame duck kicks off, our team will track every hearing, bill, and policy move to keep clients ready for what’s next.
We’re back with TZG VP Karlito Almeda for part two of our 2025 General Election series! Today, we’re digging into the standout trends from election night — what voters are prioritizing and the shifts worth keeping an eye on across New Jersey.
November 12, 2025 at 6:03 PM
We’re back with TZG VP Karlito Almeda for part two of our 2025 General Election series! Today, we’re digging into the standout trends from election night — what voters are prioritizing and the shifts worth keeping an eye on across New Jersey.
We’re kicking off a three-part series on NJ’s 2025 General Election with TZG VP Karlito Almeda, a longtime advocate who’s seen both sides of the ballot. He’ll unpack key statewide shifts, voter priorities and how they could shape policy in Trenton. Stay tuned for part two!
November 12, 2025 at 12:01 PM
We’re kicking off a three-part series on NJ’s 2025 General Election with TZG VP Karlito Almeda, a longtime advocate who’s seen both sides of the ballot. He’ll unpack key statewide shifts, voter priorities and how they could shape policy in Trenton. Stay tuned for part two!
To every veteran, active-duty member and military family, thank you for your courage, strength and sacrifice. We're grateful for you today and every day.
#VeteransDay #ThankAVeteran
#VeteransDay #ThankAVeteran
November 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
To every veteran, active-duty member and military family, thank you for your courage, strength and sacrifice. We're grateful for you today and every day.
#VeteransDay #ThankAVeteran
#VeteransDay #ThankAVeteran
Congratulations to Governor-elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social, Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell, all newly elected and returning General Assembly members and local and county officials! As the gubernatorial transition begins, we'll be highly engaged, keeping clients informed and well-positioned.
November 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Congratulations to Governor-elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social, Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell, all newly elected and returning General Assembly members and local and county officials! As the gubernatorial transition begins, we'll be highly engaged, keeping clients informed and well-positioned.
Last call, New Jersey! Polls close at 8.
🇺🇸 If you are in line before 8pm, you can still cast your vote.
📬Mail ballots must be postmarked by 8 PM, dropped at a secure drop box or your county Board of Elections office.
Find your polling place: voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-plac...
🇺🇸 If you are in line before 8pm, you can still cast your vote.
📬Mail ballots must be postmarked by 8 PM, dropped at a secure drop box or your county Board of Elections office.
Find your polling place: voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-plac...
November 4, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Last call, New Jersey! Polls close at 8.
🇺🇸 If you are in line before 8pm, you can still cast your vote.
📬Mail ballots must be postmarked by 8 PM, dropped at a secure drop box or your county Board of Elections office.
Find your polling place: voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-plac...
🇺🇸 If you are in line before 8pm, you can still cast your vote.
📬Mail ballots must be postmarked by 8 PM, dropped at a secure drop box or your county Board of Elections office.
Find your polling place: voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-plac...
TZG’s Matt McDermott and Christopher Hughes had a great time at our client’s NJAA's annual PAC reception, where 40+ NJ legislators met with multifamily housing leaders to discuss how the industry is driving quality housing, economic growth and job creation across the state.
October 29, 2025 at 7:31 PM
TZG’s Matt McDermott and Christopher Hughes had a great time at our client’s NJAA's annual PAC reception, where 40+ NJ legislators met with multifamily housing leaders to discuss how the industry is driving quality housing, economic growth and job creation across the state.
TZG's Beth Dohm, Karlito Almeda, Eric Orlando and Christopher Hughes have already voted. If you haven’t voted yet, you can still vote early in person through Sunday, Nov. 2!
Find your polling location here: nj.gov/state/electi...
Find your polling location here: nj.gov/state/electi...
October 28, 2025 at 12:02 PM
TZG's Beth Dohm, Karlito Almeda, Eric Orlando and Christopher Hughes have already voted. If you haven’t voted yet, you can still vote early in person through Sunday, Nov. 2!
Find your polling location here: nj.gov/state/electi...
Find your polling location here: nj.gov/state/electi...
TZG’s Christopher Hughes attended Chamber Southern New Jersey’s Health Issues Committee, where Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Chairman, Roy Freiman, shared insights on NJ’s insurance landscape and key priorities for the upcoming Lame Duck session and next legislative term.
October 27, 2025 at 3:27 PM
TZG’s Christopher Hughes attended Chamber Southern New Jersey’s Health Issues Committee, where Assembly Financial Institutions and Insurance Chairman, Roy Freiman, shared insights on NJ’s insurance landscape and key priorities for the upcoming Lame Duck session and next legislative term.
Since the early 1990s, the @njchambers.bsky.social has recognized state legislators and business advocates who champion New Jersey's economic growth. TZG's Trish Zita, Beth Dohm, Christopher Hughes and Karlito Almeda were honored to attend and celebrate this year's distinguished honorees.
October 24, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Since the early 1990s, the @njchambers.bsky.social has recognized state legislators and business advocates who champion New Jersey's economic growth. TZG's Trish Zita, Beth Dohm, Christopher Hughes and Karlito Almeda were honored to attend and celebrate this year's distinguished honorees.
🍻 A first for NJ craft beer 🍻
From Oct 13–15 in Hackensack, our client Brewers Guild of NJ hosted their inaugural New Jersey Brewers Conference, bringing together more than 150+ attendees and 30 vendors for conversations on brewing trends, shifting business climate and policy developments in NJ.
From Oct 13–15 in Hackensack, our client Brewers Guild of NJ hosted their inaugural New Jersey Brewers Conference, bringing together more than 150+ attendees and 30 vendors for conversations on brewing trends, shifting business climate and policy developments in NJ.
October 22, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🍻 A first for NJ craft beer 🍻
From Oct 13–15 in Hackensack, our client Brewers Guild of NJ hosted their inaugural New Jersey Brewers Conference, bringing together more than 150+ attendees and 30 vendors for conversations on brewing trends, shifting business climate and policy developments in NJ.
From Oct 13–15 in Hackensack, our client Brewers Guild of NJ hosted their inaugural New Jersey Brewers Conference, bringing together more than 150+ attendees and 30 vendors for conversations on brewing trends, shifting business climate and policy developments in NJ.
TZG’s Karlito Almeda, a @ramapocollegenj.bsky.social alum, was featured in his college’s "A Young Alumni Survival Guide", encouraging recent grads to stay curious, keep their passions alive and appreciate how far they’ve already come.
Full guide here: bit.ly/47zFBe5
Full guide here: bit.ly/47zFBe5
October 21, 2025 at 9:00 PM
TZG’s Karlito Almeda, a @ramapocollegenj.bsky.social alum, was featured in his college’s "A Young Alumni Survival Guide", encouraging recent grads to stay curious, keep their passions alive and appreciate how far they’ve already come.
Full guide here: bit.ly/47zFBe5
Full guide here: bit.ly/47zFBe5
Breaking TZG News: S317/A1446 has officially been signed into law by @govmurphy.bsky.social!
👏 Huge congratulations to our client ATSNJ and TZG’s @ericorlando1979.bsky.social and Karlito Almeda on this major victory for athletic trainers in NJ.
Hear more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BarB...
👏 Huge congratulations to our client ATSNJ and TZG’s @ericorlando1979.bsky.social and Karlito Almeda on this major victory for athletic trainers in NJ.
Hear more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BarB...
October 20, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Breaking TZG News: S317/A1446 has officially been signed into law by @govmurphy.bsky.social!
👏 Huge congratulations to our client ATSNJ and TZG’s @ericorlando1979.bsky.social and Karlito Almeda on this major victory for athletic trainers in NJ.
Hear more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BarB...
👏 Huge congratulations to our client ATSNJ and TZG’s @ericorlando1979.bsky.social and Karlito Almeda on this major victory for athletic trainers in NJ.
Hear more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BarB...
Great day at our client’s NRG Energy's Princeton campus this week! TZG’s Christopher Hughes and Karlito Almeda joined Assemblywoman Tenille McCoy (D-Mercer) for a tour and discussion around NJ’s energy policy. Thank you, NRG Energy, for the impressive tour!
October 17, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Great day at our client’s NRG Energy's Princeton campus this week! TZG’s Christopher Hughes and Karlito Almeda joined Assemblywoman Tenille McCoy (D-Mercer) for a tour and discussion around NJ’s energy policy. Thank you, NRG Energy, for the impressive tour!
⚠️ NY Casino Update ⚠️
MGM’s Empire City exited the race for NY's casino licenses, leaving three contenders ahead of the Dec. 1, 2025 decision. NJ is watching as these proposals target players who might otherwise spend their money in NJ.
Full update: bit.ly/3JhNMm1
MGM’s Empire City exited the race for NY's casino licenses, leaving three contenders ahead of the Dec. 1, 2025 decision. NJ is watching as these proposals target players who might otherwise spend their money in NJ.
Full update: bit.ly/3JhNMm1
October 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
⚠️ NY Casino Update ⚠️
MGM’s Empire City exited the race for NY's casino licenses, leaving three contenders ahead of the Dec. 1, 2025 decision. NJ is watching as these proposals target players who might otherwise spend their money in NJ.
Full update: bit.ly/3JhNMm1
MGM’s Empire City exited the race for NY's casino licenses, leaving three contenders ahead of the Dec. 1, 2025 decision. NJ is watching as these proposals target players who might otherwise spend their money in NJ.
Full update: bit.ly/3JhNMm1
Grateful to share that Trish Zita, @ericorlando1979.bsky.social, @bethdohm.bsky.social, Ed McGlynn, Matt McDermott and Christopher Hughes have once again earned a spot on Insider NJ's Top 100 Lobbyist Powerlist for 2025.
Congrats to all the honorees. Full list: insidernj.com/2025-insider...)
Congrats to all the honorees. Full list: insidernj.com/2025-insider...)
October 16, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Grateful to share that Trish Zita, @ericorlando1979.bsky.social, @bethdohm.bsky.social, Ed McGlynn, Matt McDermott and Christopher Hughes have once again earned a spot on Insider NJ's Top 100 Lobbyist Powerlist for 2025.
Congrats to all the honorees. Full list: insidernj.com/2025-insider...)
Congrats to all the honorees. Full list: insidernj.com/2025-insider...)