John R. Fugazzie Biography 2025

John R. Fugazzie has become one of the country's leading subject matter experts and leaders in leadership, economic and workforce development, job search training, career education and community engagement. An advocate focused on helping solve America's unemployment and underemployment and employment for populations with barriers. 

                   www.linkedin.com/in/johnrfugazzie           www.johnrfugazzie.com

Community Impact

Founded Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA, www.nhnusa.org  in January 2011 and leads this cost free, unfunded all volunteer-led job search networking and support group. The organization is responsible for helping over 2000+ members find gainful employment over the past 14 years, making it one of the most successful job search efforts in USA.

Under his helping-Brands www.helping-brands.com umbrella organization the NhNUSA concept has been expanding into many efforts and partnerships to help challenged populations with free online resources and services, local meetings and events helping Women helping-women , Veterans helping-veterans , Latinos helping-latinos , 50+ , and long term unemployed / underemployed.

He has also built partnerships with many other organizations to help them with their missions and to collaborate in finding solutions to difficult complex issues.

Several years ago NhNUSA program was expanded internationally into Madrid Spain with a successful meeting group in partnership with a foundation at a university, with 85+ successful participants landing jobs. Altuis Francisco de Vitoria.                                          Partnership ran from Nov. 5, 2014 - June 30, 2019

Workforce and Economic Development

Corporate Manager of Workforce Development at RWJBarnabas Health System.
Business Development with New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program.  
The Hudson County/Jersey City Workforce Development Board.
Vice Chairman of North Jersey Partners the Regional Workforce Board.
New Jersey Community College Consortium -Ready To Work Federal Grant.

Advocacy

John is an authentic tireless force who cares more about people than percentages. His daily efforts help solve the unemployment crisis, one American at a time, while his intelligence and experience have earned him valuable insights that are helping shape future employment policies on a county, state and federal level. John and Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA have received coverage from the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Washington Post, National Journal, Guardian, CNN, MSNBC, US News & World Report, Business Insider, Fox Business, CBS News, NJTV, NPR, Record, and Star Ledger. www.johnrfugazzie.com

While pro Bono leading Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA, John has been extremely active as a national jobs advocate leader and subject matter expert. Providing mentoring to job seekers, career management advice for those who have jobs, a wide range of business consulting services, technical advice and marketing services for non-profit organizations. As a nationally recognized subject matter expert in this area John is continuously sought after for input by the media and labor officials for articles and coverage and policy input about the unemployment and jobs situation.

Education and Professional Development

Teaching Leadership classes at the master level at the Hispanic Center in Becton School of arts at Fairleigh Dickinson University.
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John founded The Institute of Career Education, Employment and Career Development is an educational multi- media platform that is delivered through education institutions, online and with other partners.  

Food Industry Subject Matter Expert
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Shop Rite Supermarkets, Wakefern Food Corporation, Schratter Import, Universal Foods, Stella Cheese, Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea company, Globe Communications, Ziff Davis Publishing, Anco Cheese Company, C&S Wholesale, and Food Marketing Partners.

Visit John's  page for strategic consulting at ​helping-Brands.com 

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​Mr. Fugazzie was recognized for his volunteer work by: ​
2016 NJCCC Spirit Award.pdf
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​Russ Berrie “Making a Difference Award” 
honorary mention 2023, 2022, 2019. 2017, 2016 2014
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Governor and the Lt. Governor of NJ, 

Nominated for NJ Heroes, 

Bergen County Freeholders

NJ Department of Labor as an Ambassador for the jobs4jersey program 
National recognition by The White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships initiative of the White House and US Department of Labor. 

White House Brainstorming on Long Term Unemployed
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MIT Conference Long Term Unemployed

Long term unemployed meeting with Secretary of Labor Perez in January 2014, which resulted in a line in Presidents 2016 budget for relief of 401k penalties for LTU.  
​$250 million a year was budgeted

I wanted to share this with you b/c it came directly from the LTU roundtable we did with Secretary Perez last January. In the President's fiscal year 2016 budget that he just sent to Congress last week there is a provision to remove the tax penalties for long-term unemployed individuals who make early withdrawals from 401k plans. See page 120 of the budget document, second item from the top:
          
"Expand penalty-free withdrawals for long-term unemployed"  Of course, this only becomes law if Congress passes it, but this is a big win for job   clubs, NhN, and "ordinary" citizens being part of the federal policy making process. - Ben Siegel

​ENFJ

​An individual with an ENFJ personality type, according to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), is often described as:

• Extraverted (E): They are outgoing, energetic, and enjoy being around people. They often draw energy from social interactions.
• Intuitive (N): They focus on the big picture and future possibilities rather than immediate realities. They are imaginative and open to new ideas.
• Feeling (F): They make decisions based on personal values and how their choices will affect others. They are empathetic and compassionate.
• Judging (J): They prefer structure, organization, and planning. They like to have things settled and are often decisive.

ENFJs are known for being warm, empathetic, and supportive leaders who are good at understanding and motivating others. They are often seen as charismatic and inspiring, with a strong desire to help others grow and succeed. They thrive in environments where they can make a positive impact on people's lives.
Does this description resonate with anyone you know?

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• Introduction
• Strengths & Weaknesses
• Romantic Relationships
• Friendships
• Parenthood
• Career Paths
• Workplace Habits
• Conclusion

​The ENFJ, also known as the "Protagonist" or "The Teacher," is one of the 16 personality types in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) system. These individuals are empathetic, charismatic, and people-focused, driven by a deep desire to help others grow and make a positive impact on the world. The acronym ENFJ stands for Extraverted, iNtuitive, Feeling, and Judging. 


Core characteristics

• Extraverted (E): ENFJs gain energy from social interaction and thrive in the outer world. They are highly attuned to social dynamics and often initiate conversations.
• Intuitive (N): They focus on the big picture, abstract ideas, and future possibilities rather than just concrete facts. This allows them to see potential in others and anticipate outcomes.
• Feeling (F): When making decisions, ENFJs prioritize their personal values and consider the impact on other people's feelings. They are driven by empathy and a quest for shared meaning.
• Judging (J): They prefer structure, organization, and closure. ENFJs are decisive planners who like to have things settled and aligned with their broader goals. 

Strengths

• Charismatic and inspiring: ENFJs are natural leaders who can rally people together for a cause they believe in. Their passion and conviction are highly persuasive.
• Empathetic and compassionate: They have a profound capacity to feel what others are feeling and use this insight to make people feel seen and understood.
• Altruistic and values-driven: They are motivated by a sincere wish to do the right thing and advocate for fairness and justice. They feel personally responsible for helping make the world a better place.
• Reliable and loyal: Few things bother an ENFJ more than letting down someone they care about. They can be counted on to follow through on their commitments. 

Weaknesses

• Overly idealistic: Their strong beliefs about what is right can make it shocking or difficult for them to accept when others don't share their core principles.
• Prone to burnout: Their desire to help others can lead to overcommitment, causing them to neglect their own needs until their energy is completely depleted.
• Intense and condescending: When pushing for self-improvement, their energy can sometimes come across as too intense. Their attempts to "enlighten" others may occasionally be perceived as patronizing.
• Conflict-averse: While courageous when needed, ENFJs prefer to avoid conflict and may ignore serious issues to maintain harmony, which can lead to unresolved problems. 

In relationships
In romantic relationships, ENFJs are passionate, intense, and committed. They seek a deep, meaningful connection and often focus on long-term potential, making them reliable and loyal partners. 
Compatibility:

• They are often attracted to individuals who are more analytical and reserved, with INTPs often cited as a complementary pairing.
• An ideal partner will help them pay attention to their own needs and provide psychological support and appreciation. 

Challenges:

• ENFJs can become overly involved in their partner's problems and pressure them to change, sometimes neglecting their own needs in the process.
• Their sensitivity to criticism can be a challenge. A partner must be gentle when providing feedback to avoid hurting their feelings. 

Career paths
ENFJs are best suited for careers that align with their values and allow them to help and inspire others. Ideal work environments are collaborative and people-focused, with a clear mission for positive change. 
Common career fields:

• Education: Teacher, school principal, instructional coordinator, college professor.
• Counseling and social services: Counselor, psychologist, social worker, therapist.
• Management and sales: Human resources manager, training and development specialist, sales manager.
• Communication: Public relations specialist, reporter, broadcast announcer.
• Arts: Actor, art director, producer, director. 

Notable ENFJs

• Barack Obama
• Oprah Winfrey
• Martin Luther King, Jr.
• Nelson Mandela
• Maya Angelou 

Chaperoned a group of teenagers from St Luke's Ho-Ho-Kus to Rome for World Youth Day 2000

47 years and counting
​of Professional Experience
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​25 years Food Industry ​
Shop Rite Supermarkets
​Garden State Farms
Wakefern Food Corporation
Schratter Imports
Universal Foods
EPPA Association
Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co.
Anco Fine Cheese
C&S Wholesalers Grocers

​17 years Retailing - Food​​
Shop Rite Supermarkets
Garden State Farms
Wakefern Food Corporation
Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co.
C&S Wholesalers Grocers

​14 years Economic/Workforce​
RWJBarnabas Health
Neighbors-helping-Neighbors
NJMEP 
Hudson/Jersey City WDB
NJCCC Ready To Work Federal Grant
helping-Veterans
helping-Women
helping-Latinos

​14 years in Non Profits
Neighbors-helping-Neighbors
Bergen Dog.com
​The Dog Park at Van Saun
​www.bergendog.org
​helping-Brands.com | helping-brands.org

​11 years Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Becton College Arts & Sciences
Hispanic Center - Puerta al Futuro
NJCCC Grant Leadership
Master level leadership, non-profit and Management and Organizations, Human Resource classes

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​10 years Publishing
​EVP Globe Communications
Ziff-Davis Inc.
Executive Producer 
Undisputed Champ 
The Sonny Liston Story

​8 years Manufacturing​
NJMEP Manufacturing Extension 
NJCCC Manufacturing Training
Universal Foods
​Garden State Farms

​5 years Human Resources
RWJBarnabas Health 

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