President Balentine Named to LIBN Influencers List

Kim Campo| August 25, 2025

Long Island Business News (LIBN) named President Jerry Balentine, D.O., to its Influencers: Education 2025 list.

Balentine, who previously served as the university’s provost and executive vice president and began his term as president in July, is recognized for organizing the university’s first Faculty Development Day, overseeing the launch of New York Tech’s Honors College, and leading the development of the strategic plan to improve student experiences and strengthen the collective university.

The coverage also notes several of Balentine’s other career accomplishments, including his service as dean of the College of Osteopathic Medicine and vast experience in healthcare administration and emergency medicine.

His profile is featured alongside prominent leaders from other universities, including those at Stony Brook University and Molloy University, among others. According to LIBN, “These leaders share common themes: student-centered approaches, workforce development alignment, and community partnership. They’re preparing students for tomorrow’s challenges while addressing today’s economic realities.”

See the list.

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