President Crawford remarked, “This is very exciting news for our Felician Community at such a transformational time. The D’Agostino family has a long history of dedication and service to Felician University and the greater community.”

Jim D’Agostino is the president of JD Companies headquartered in Hackensack, a consortium of companies specializing in commercial and residential real estate, construction, development, management, sales, and leasing services in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York. A graduate of Xavier High School in New York City, he received his BS in Civil Engineering from Lehigh University, and his Juris Doctorate from New York Law School. Jim D’Agostino has been active in professional and non-profit organizations throughout his adult life, including the YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, and Boy Scouts of America. He is also a past Chairman of the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey.

Chairman D’Agostino was both humbled and grateful for the unanimous support of his colleagues. “Felician is a very special place. Our mission and the vision of President Crawford changes lives every day. Felician graduates make a great impact on the region and the nation in healthcare, business, education, and other key industries. I am committed to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for the University and growing our role in the greater community.”

Jim’s father, James D’Agostino Sr., served as a trustee for Felician College and was awarded an honorary doctorate degree in 1987. Jim D’Agostino, Jr. has served as a member of the Board of Trustees since October 2016 after serving on the Felician College Council of Regents, now known as the Felician University President’s Advisory Council.