Overview

Craig Guy is the county executive of Hudson County, New Jersey. He assumed office in 2024 after winning the county executive election. As county executive, he oversees the administration of Hudson County government, including management of county departments, implementation of the county budget, and coordination of regional initiatives across municipalities in the county.

Before becoming county executive, Guy served as chief of staff to former Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise. In that role, he worked on county administration, policy development, and coordination between county government and municipal leaders. His work included involvement in county operations, infrastructure projects, and regional planning efforts.

Guy also held prior roles in local government and public administration in Hudson County. His career has focused on public sector management, economic development initiatives, and coordination of county services. His election as county executive followed DeGise’s retirement after more than two decades in the role.

Political Career

County Executive, Hudson County (2024-present)

Chief of Staff, Office of the Hudson County Executive (2015-2023)

Candidate, Hudson County Executive (2023) — elected in county election

Key Policy Areas

Regional economic development and redevelopment

County infrastructure and transportation projects

Public safety coordination across municipalities

County fiscal management and budgeting

Workforce development and job training initiatives

Notable Actions / Initiatives

Elected county executive of Hudson County in the 2023 election, succeeding Tom DeGise.

Previously served as chief of staff to the Hudson County executive, participating in county administrative operations and policy development.

Oversees implementation of county programs, infrastructure initiatives, and regional services as county executive.

Participates in coordination of county government operations with municipal leaders throughout Hudson County.

Education

Not publicly available

Personal

Birth date: Not publicly available

Residence: Bayonne, Hudson County, New Jersey