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The 7th Annual Jersey Shoreview, co-presented by The Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism (LIGHT) and Visit Atlantic City provides a look back at the 2026 Summer tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore Region. A moderator and panel of experts, drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their review of the 2026 tourism season, projections for Fall 2026, and their perspectives on emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region. This year's event will focus on events and their broader impact within a resort community with a special presentation from Gary Musich, President and CEO of Visit Atlantic City.
Past Events
2026
The 18th Annual Jersey Shorecast provided an outlook for the 2026 Summer tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore Region.
A moderator and panel of experts, drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their reflections on Fall 2025, predictions for the 2026 tourism season, and their perspectives on emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2025
The 17th Annual Jersey Shorecast provided an outlook for the 2025 Summer tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore Region.
A moderator and panel of experts, drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their reflections on Fall 2024, predictions for the 2025 tourism season, and their perspectives on emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2024
The Jersey Shorecast provided an outlook for the upcoming 2024 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region.
At this 16th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2024 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
This event is offered by the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism, part of the School of Business at Stockton University.
2023
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2023 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region.
At this 15th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2023 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
This event is offered by the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism, part of the School of Business at Stockton University.
2022
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2022 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 14th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2022 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2021
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2021 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 13th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2021 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2020
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2020 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 12th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2020 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2019
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2019 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 11th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2019 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2018 - 10th Annual
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2018 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 10th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2018 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2017
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2017 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 9th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2017 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2016
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2016 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 8th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2016 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2015
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2015 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 7th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2015 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2014
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2014 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 6th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2014 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2013
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2013 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 5th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2013 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2012
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2012 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 4th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2012 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2011 - 3rd Annual/First Hosted by LIGHT
The Jersey Shorecast provides an outlook for the upcoming 2011 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region. At this 3rd annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their predictions for the 2011 tourism season and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2025
The Jersey Shoreview provided a look back at the Summer 2025 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region.
At this 6th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry shared their reflections on the 2025 tourism season, predictions for Fall 2025, and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2024
The Jersey Shoreview provides a look back at the 2024 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region.
At this 5th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry shared their reflections on the 2024 tourism season, predictions for Fall 2024, and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2023
The Jersey Shoreview provides a look back at the 2023 tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore region.
At this 4th annual event, a panel of experts drawn from local industry shared their reflections on the 2023 tourism season, predictions for Fall 2023, and their perspectives on the emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2022
The 3rd Annual Jersey Shoreview provides a look back at the 2022 Summer tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore Region. A moderator and panel of experts, drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their review of the 2022 tourism season, projections for Fall 2022, and their perspectives on emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2021
The 2nd Annual Jersey Shoreview provided a look back at the 2021 Summer tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore Region. A moderator and panel of experts, drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their review of the 2021 tourism season, projections for Fall 2021, and their perspectives on emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
Media Coverage
- Jersey Shore tourism officials take aim at convention business, international travelers, Philadelphia Business Journal, 10.21.21 [Paywall]
- South Jersey economy on the upswing but faces challenges, analysts say, The Press of Atlantic City, 10.21.21
- Fall, winter at the Jersey Shore look promising according to Shoreview panelists, Downbeach.com, 10.22.21
2020
The 1st Annual Jersey Shoreview provided a look back at the 2020 Summer tourism and business season for the New Jersey Shore Region. A moderator and panel of experts, drawn from local industry and Stockton University, shared their review of the 2020 tourism season, projections for Fall 2020, and their perspectives on emerging trends affecting the gaming, hospitality & tourism industries in the region.
2026
On Thursday, March 26th, a panel of cannabis experts discussed cannabis experiences, opportunities and careers.
This event was offered in collaboration with the Cannabis and Hemp Research Innitiative at Stockton University (CHRIS) and via Zoom Webinar.
2025
A panel of cannabis experts discussed consumption lounges and their potential as tourism attractions in New Jersey.
This event was offered in collaboration with the Cannabis and Hemp Research Innitiative at Stockton University (CHRIS) and held on location at High Rollers Dispensary in Atlantic City.
2024
A panel of cannabis experts discussed legal recreational cannabis and its development as a tourism amenity in Atlantic City, NJ
This event was offered in collaboration with the Cannabis and Hemp Research Innitiative at Stockton University (CHRIS)
2023
Join a panel of experts for a discussion of legal recreational cannabis use, its impact on resort destinations and opportunities for New Jersey hospitality and tourism businesses.
This event is offered by the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism, part of the School of Business at Stockton University, in partnership with the Cannabis & Hemp Research Initiative at Stockton University.
2022
Join a panel of cannabis experts for a discussion of legal recreational cannabis use, its impact on resort destinations, and opportunities for New Jersey hospitality and tourism business. Special focus will be given to destination marketing, and the intersection of cannabis with agritourism and food and beverage tourism.
This event was presented by the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality, School of Business Stockton University in partnership with the Greater Atlantic City Chamber and the Cannabis & Hemp Research Innitiative at Stockton University.
2021
A panel of cannabis experts discuss legal recrereational cannabis use, its impact
on resort destinations, and opportunities for New Jersey hospitality and tourism business.
Special focus was given to destination marketing, and the intersection of cannabis
with food and beverage tourism.
This event was presented by the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality,
School of Business Stockton University in partnership with the Greater Atlantic City
Chamber and Stockton University Cannabis Studies program.
More Opportunities From Our Event Partners:
September 24, 2025 - Financial Boot Camp: Understanding the Internet Gaming and Sports Wagering Business in New Jersey from a Financial Perspective
Financial Boot Camp
Understanding the Internet Gaming and Sports Wagering Business in New Jersey from
a Financial Perspective
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 1:00-3:00pm
Zoom Webinar
Jointly presented by The Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality & Tourism
(LIGHT), Stockton University School of Business and The New Jersey Division of Gaming
Enforcement (DGE). Understanding the Internet Gaming and Sports Wagering Business
in New Jersey from a Financial Perspective.
February 7, 2023 - Labor Summit: Seeking Employment Solutions for the Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism Industries of Atlantic County
Special Thanks to our panel and attendees!
December 8, 2022 - Celebrating 45 Years: Legalized Casino Gaming in New Jersey
Thank you to all who helped us celebrate the 45th Anniversary of the passage of the Casino Control Act!
2022 marks 45 years since the Casino Control Act was signed into law, ushering in
the era of legalized casino gaming for New Jersey. Legalizing gaming has not only
greatly impacted the state but also directly impacted Atlantic City.
This in-depth conversation about the process and impact of legalizing casino gaming
in New Jersey, its impact over the past 45 years, and its possible future, featured
community stakeholders and leaders involved in developing and stewarding the Casino
Control Act from its inception to the present day and beyond.
This event was offered by the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and
Tourism, part of the School of Business at Stockton University, in partnership with
the New Jersey Casino Control Commission and with the involvement of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.
March 9, 2022 - Celebrating 10 Years of LIGHT
April 29, 2021 - Getting Back Together: Restoring Consumer Confidence in Public Gathering Spaces
Join a panel of experts as they share their insights and techniques for restoring consumer confidence in public gathering spaces. Hear their predictions for the year ahead and how they plan to respond to pent up demand for in-person events and activities. Learn actionable strategies and techniques for safely hosting live events and serving guests at hospitality and tourism establishments.
This event is presented by the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality, School of Business Stockton University in partnership with the Greater Atlantic City Chamber.
June 2020 - Clean, Safe & Healthy
Getting Hospitality & Tourism Businesses Back to Work June 3, 2020
Moderator:
Jane Bokunewicz
Levenson Institute Coordinator & Associate Professor of Hospitality & Tourism Management Studies, Stockton University
Panelists:
Anthony Catanoso
President Steel Pier
Frank Dougherty
Principal Knife & Fork Inn
Mike Tidwell
Director of Sales and Marketing Seaview a Dolce Hotel
Building Consumer ConfidenceJune 10, 2020
Presentations by:
Sreelekha Prakash, MD, MPH
Assistant Professor in Health Science, Stockton University
Daren Perone
ServePro of Egg Harbor
Jennifer Barr, Ph. D.
Professor of Business Studies, Marketing, Stockton University
Restoring Consumer Confidence - Handout
Post-Pandemic Financial ResilienceJune 24, 2020
Presentations by:
Michael Brennan
Executive Chef, Cardinal Restaurant
Christopher Cicalese, CPA, MSTFP
Manager, Alloy Silverstein Accountantc and Advisors
October 8 & 9, 2019 - Hospitality and Business SpotLIGHT
December 11, 2017 - Hospitality and Business SpotLIGHT
September 28, 2011 - Stockton and Cornell Partnership signing
December 13, 2010 - Dedication Of the Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality & Tourism,
