Rider president recognized as one of the top 50 leaders in education

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Rider University President Gregory G. Dell’Omo, Ph.D., has been named to the NJBIZ Education Power 50 list for 2024. The annual list recognizes those in the state of New Jersey who play a “critical role in fashioning the business leaders of tomorrow.”

This year’s list paid particular homage to educators whose work serves as an example for others to emulate. NJBIZ praised Dell’Omo’s significant contributions to Rider, specifically the introduction of a new strategic plan, new academic programs and campus renovations, all while raising millions of dollars to support scholarships, the endowment and additional campus improvements. 

Dell’Omo, who recently announced his retirement when his contract expires this July, says he is proud to be recognized, “It has been a privilege to serve this institution and guide it toward a successful, flourishing future. Our work continues as we near the completion of our $100 million fundraising campaign, which will provide even more opportunities for Rider to grow and thrive.” 

NJBIZ also highlighted a number of initiatives instituted under Dell’Omo’s leadership, including the Engaged Learning Program, Lifting Barriers, the Cranberry Investment, and the new Rider Tuition Guarantee, which provides free tuition for eligible New Jersey residents. All of these efforts speak to his devotion to increasing the accessibility, affordability and value of higher education. 

Dell’Omo became Rider’s seventh president in 2015. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in economics from Montclair State University, a Master of Science in industrial relations from Rutgers University and a Ph.D. in industrial relations/human resource management from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He also earned certifications at Harvard University from the Institute for Education Management and the Seminar for New Presidents. Dell’Omo serves on a number of boards and organizations that advocate for and support higher education, including the New Jersey Presidents’ Council and Independent Colleges and Universities of New Jersey, among others.