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It was an evening of baseball, burgers and beer for the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce’s newly created networking group of professionals under the age of 40. The young professionals met in a private luxury suite at a Trenton Thunder game for lively conversation, the exchanging of business cards and some great food and beverages.

The event was dubbed ‘Th-Under 40,’ and featured a win by the Thunder over the Altoona Curve and a give-away of Aaron Judge bobblehead dolls.

The event was spearheaded by some of the younger members of the NJ Chamber staff - Laura Hahn, director of government relations, and Victoria Ahde, corporate engagement manager.

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Meet the Leaders

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Laura Gunn

“We will encourage young professionals to climb the career ladder, and arm them with the tools to do so.”

Laura (Hahn) Gunn is director of government relations at the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. She lobbies at the State House on behalf of New Jersey Chamber member companies in the areas of economic development, taxation, and health care.

Laura has helped spearhead the newly created New Jersey Chamber of Commerce’s young professionals group.

“This new group will offer networking, support and opportunities to hear from experienced and accomplished individuals,” Laura said. “It will not only encourage young professionals to climb the career ladder, it will arm them with the tools needed to do so.”

Before joining the N.J. Chamber team, Laura was legislative liaison for the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. She also served as an aide in Gov. Chris Christie's office of constituent relations and as legislative director and chief of staff for former Assemblywoman Donna Simon.

A native of Roselle Park, Laura is a graduate of Ramapo College of New Jersey and currently lives with her husband in Hamilton.

Victoria Ahde

Victoria Ahde

“This group will provide young professionals with their own community”

Victoria Ahde is director, member services at the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce. Her work involves forging partnerships with executives from the Chamber’s member companies and helping plan Chamber events.

Victoria has helped spearhead the newly created New Jersey Chamber of Commerce’s young professionals group

“This group will provide young professionals with their own community,” Victoria said. “We will get together, learn from each other and discover opportunities for career growth.”

Victoria is a two-time graduate of Rutgers University with a Master’s degree in labor and employment relations. She also played Division 1 women’s soccer for the Scarlet Knights.

A native of Jackson, Victoria currently resides in Point Pleasant with her boyfriend and puppy.