As we continue celebrating Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting women whose leadership and achievements have helped shape industries and communities across New Jersey. Linda Bowden-Sims, who was a New Jersey Hall of Fame 2019 inductee, served as the New Jersey Regional President of PNC Bank until her retirement in 2021, overseeing business development and client relationships across the region. But her journey started in a very different place — as a teacher in Wyckoff, New Jersey, where she also authored children’s math books before transitioning into banking.
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Gerald D’Ambra is co-founder of On New Jersey.
Throughout his career in TV, Gerald has led projects developing shows for Cox Broadcasting, Sinclair, Fox, and Discovery Scripps. He is a former marketing and communications executive with a global technology company and a former TV News Anchor, Reporter, and Executive Producer.
Gerald led communications and marketing projects for global brands and secured national and local media placement. He has been nominated for Emmy Awards and won multiple AP awards for journalism.

