Icons of Change International Awards 2025
Craig Schlosser
President, First Night Morris County
Former President & CEO, Morris County Economic Development Alliance
Former Vice President, Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Community & Economic Development Leader | Strategic Partnership Builder | Cultural Advancement Champion
Sustainable Development Goal 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
Changemaker for Community Connectivity and Inclusive Economic Growth (United States)
Craig Schlosser has spent more than a decade orchestrating high-impact initiatives that create thriving communities and resilient local economies. His leadership spans cultural development, tourism growth, and public-private collaboration—mobilizing strategic ecosystems designed to elevate quality of life, expand opportunity, and strengthen regional identity.
As President of First Night Morris County, he champions access to creativity as a community growth engine—advancing one of New Jersey’s largest New Year’s Eve arts celebrations while driving year-round engagement through FNM365. His mission: ensure that the arts are not a luxury, but a launchpad for social cohesion, economic vibrancy, and shared experiences that unite diverse populations.
During his service as President & CEO of the Morris County Economic Development Alliance, Craig led coordinated development strategies that unlocked new pathways for tourism, innovation, and local business support. By bridging government, industry, and community partners, he strengthened the county’s future-readiness and positioned the region for sustained economic momentum.
Previously, his portfolio at the Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce advanced workforce engagement, digital innovation, and business resilience—empowering enterprises of all sizes to scale, connect, and thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape. His work has earned recognition such as New Jersey Meetings + Events’ “Best CVB in Town/Area” and Jersey’s Best 40 Under 40—validating his reputation as a catalyst for advancement.
Craig’s credentials reflect not only operational talent but a people-centered philosophy: stronger partnerships build stronger communities. By aligning arts, culture, and commerce, he continues to create environments where innovation flourishes, collaboration accelerates, and neighborhoods move confidently toward shared prosperity.
For his transformative contributions to community development, cultural accessibility, and dynamic regional growth, Craig Schlosser is honored as a 2025 Icon of Change for Sustainable Development Goal 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities.
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