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      <title> De la Cocina a tu Negocio, Wednesday, June 10, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Satellite Office - NJSBDC at TCNJ, New Brunswick Tomorrow, New Brunswick&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, June 10, 2026 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460035"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460035</link>
      <category domain="center number">21021</category>
      <category domain="area">Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset and Hunterdon Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:19:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ: Introduction to state and local contracting., Tuesday, June 16, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;The Authority Training Center, 745 Lebanon Rd., Millville NJ&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, June 16, 2026 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Government Contracting
&lt;p&gt;Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ: Introduction to state and local contracting.
This class introduces small business owners to government contracting opportunities at the New Jersey state and local levels. Participants will learn where contracts are posted, how the process works at a high level, and practical steps to begin positioning their business to compete.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460034"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460034</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="topic">Government Contracting</category>
      <category domain="area">Camden, Gloucester, Salem, and Burlington Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:14:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ: Introduction to state and local contracting., Tuesday, June 16, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Inca Chicken, 22 S Laurel Street Bridgeton N&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Government Contracting
&lt;p&gt;This class introduces small business owners to government contracting opportunities at the New Jersey state and local levels. Participants will learn where contracts are posted, how the process works at a high level, and practical steps to begin positioning their business to compete.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460037"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460037</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="topic">Government Contracting</category>
      <category domain="area">Camden, Gloucester, Salem, and Burlington Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:48:43 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Business Ownership Franchising Exploration, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, June 17, 2026 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Franchising
&lt;h2&gt;Business Ownership Franchising Exploration&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Virtual&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;?? Free | Speaker: Boynton Weeks&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Is franchising the right path to business ownership for you? This session breaks down how franchising works, what to look for in a franchise opportunity, and how to evaluate whether the model fits your goals, lifestyle, and finances.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Whether you're exploring franchising for the first time or seriously evaluating a specific opportunity, you'll walk away with a clearer picture of what it really takes to succeed as a franchise owner.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What You'll Learn&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Franchise Fundamentals:&lt;/strong&gt; How the franchise model works and what to expect as an owner&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Evaluating Opportunities:&lt;/strong&gt; What to look for - and watch out for - in a franchise agreement&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Financial Considerations:&lt;/strong&gt; Understanding fees, royalties, startup costs, and ROI expectations&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Is It Right for You?&lt;/strong&gt; How to assess fit based on your goals, risk tolerance, and resources&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Who Should Attend&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners exploring franchise ownership as a path to building or expanding their business.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=28460053"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=28460053</link>
      <category domain="center number">21028</category>
      <category domain="topic">Franchising</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 10:52:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Business Finance Performance Level 2: Improve Unit Economics, Profitability, and Operational Metrics, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, June 17, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Financing
&lt;p&gt;Date: 6/17
Time: 4-5 pm
Title: Business Finance Performance Level 2: Improve Unit Economics, Profitability, and Operational Metrics
Description: Small business owners frequently reach a point where revenue is growing but margins are not, creating hidden inefficiencies that undermine long-term stability. This workshop gives them the clarity to diagnose what's driving true financial performance. Participants learn to calculate Unit Economics for each product or service, analyze Profit Margin Drivers, and build an Operational Metrics Dashboard that highlights bottlenecks, cash burn, and opportunities to improve contribution margins. These tools help owners move from high-level revenue tracking to a deeper understanding of cost behavior and operational leverage. As they apply this framework across a full quarterly cycle, they can pinpoint where profitability is slipping, strengthen their pricing and delivery model, and make more informed decisions about staffing, production, and growth investment.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460017"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460017</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="topic">Financing</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:37:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Keys to Success for Small Business Owners: What You Must Know, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, June 17, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Running a successful small business takes more than a great idea-it requires strong financial discipline, efficient operations, and informed decision-making. This session delivers a practical overview of the essential building blocks every business owner needs to succeed and secure funding.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You'll gain a clear understanding of how to structure your business for growth, avoid common pitfalls, and build a solid foundation for long-term success. This session also sets the stage for deeper dives into critical areas, including:
Recordkeeping, accounting, and software: How to organize and manage your financial data with confidence
Financial statements: Using key reports to track performance, improve profitability, and manage cash flow
Business operations and systems: Streamlining workflows, processes, and time management to increase efficiency and scalability
Whether you're just starting out, developing your business plan, or looking to strengthen your business fundamentals, this session will equip you with practical insights you can apply immediately.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460058"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460058</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:36:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> NJSBDC Financial Mastery Series, Wednesday, June 17, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;NJSBDC at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, June 17, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, 2 sessions ending Thursday, June 18&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Take control of your business finances and position your company for sustainable growth.&lt;/strong&gt; This no-cost two-session training series is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to understand financial statements better, improve cash flow management, increase profitability, and prepare for funding opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Participants will gain practical tools and strategies to make informed financial decisions, strengthen business performance, and build a business that is ready for growth and capital access.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Whether you're launching, growing, or preparing to seek financing, this series will help you move from managing your business by instinct to leading with confidence and financial clarity.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Who Should Attend: Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and business leaders seeking greater financial confidence and growth.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;**Instructor: Mary Adelman, UCEDC, Business Counselor.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;(2) SESSIONS Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm Thursday, June 18, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm**&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;(Seating is limited, and registration is required to attend)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460046"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460046</link>
      <category domain="center number">21022</category>
      <category domain="area">Monmouth and Ocean Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:41:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> De la Cocina a tu Negocio- Clase Informativa, Thursday, June 18, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Satellite Office - NJSBDC at TCNJ, New Brunswick Tomorrow, New Brunswick&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Thursday, June 18, 2026 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460037"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460037</link>
      <category domain="center number">21021</category>
      <category domain="area">Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset and Hunterdon Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:22:45 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> New Tax Changes for Small Businesses Webinar, Thursday, June 18, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Thursday, June 18, 2026 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Tax Planning
&lt;p&gt;Tax obligations can be confusing, and they change all the time. Although there weren't many major changes to the small business tax code this year, several tax credits, loan programs and acts were created to help businesses weather the effects of COVID-19. This webinar will cover what to expect in 2024.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/headshot-jill.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jill Maniacci&lt;/strong&gt; - Senior Stakeholder Liaison - Tax Specialist / IRS Communication &amp;amp; Liaison&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jill Maniacci is a Senior Stakeholder Liaison with the Internal Revenue Service. She collaborates, informs, and communicates priority outreach messages to all taxpayer communities, including tax practitioner organizations, employers, community associations, faith-based organizations, educational institutions, and underserved/ multilingual communities.
Prior to becoming a Senior Stakeholder Liaison, Jill was an Internal Revenue Agent with the IRS's Large Business and International and the Small Business / Self-Employed Divisions for over 18 years. She worked on high profile / sensitive cases, kingpins and potential fraud cases and Ponzi schemes cases in New York. She was also a collaborating Agent for the IRS's Criminal Investigation Division and was a Leadership Succession Review participant for many years, which included being an acting group manager.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As an undergraduate at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Jill was the Valedictorian in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management with a double major in Business Administration. She earned a Master of Science degree in Accounting. She also studied at the Business &amp;amp; Hotel Management School, formerly the Lucerne Hotel School in Lucerne, Switzerland for a Cross-Cultural Perspective, which is one of the top schools for this major in the world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access information to the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460033"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460033</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Tax Planning</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:25:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Current Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ, Tuesday, June 23, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, June 23, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Government Contracting
&lt;p&gt;Date: 6/23
Time: 4-5 pm
Title: Current Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ
Description: Find out which government contracts are currently up for bid in New Jersey and may be available to your small business.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460018"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460018</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="topic">Government Contracting</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:41:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Strengthening Rural Businesses by Addressing Financial and Operational Risks Proactively, Wednesday, June 24, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, June 24, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Strengthening Rural Businesses by Addressing Financial and Operational Risks Proactively&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h4&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Webinar Host:&lt;/strong&gt; Ana Gatson (NJSBDC Consultant)&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Date:&lt;/strong&gt; June 24, 2026&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Time:&lt;/strong&gt; 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (1 hour)&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Online (Live)&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Zoom Link to Session:&lt;/strong&gt; https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84987960378&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;This webinar helps rural business owners shift from reacting to problems to identifying risks earlier and more proactively. It focuses on common, recurring challenges such as cash flow shortages, unexpected expenses, and overreliance on a single customer, and provides practical, easy-to-use checks to improve decision-making. Participants will leave with simple habits they can apply during everyday business moments to reduce surprises, protect their time and money, and operate with greater confidence and foresight.&lt;/h5&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460022"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460022</link>
      <category domain="center number">21032</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:32:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> AI Unlocked: Empowering Small Business in the Age of Intelligence, Thursday, June 25, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Middlesex College - Edison Campus, Edison Campus, Edison, NJ&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Thursday, June 25, 2026 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Welcome to the AI Conference for Small Business Owners 2026&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Discover how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way small businesses operate, market, grow, and compete. The AI Conference for Small Business Owners 2026 is a hands-on learning experience designed specifically for entrepreneurs, startups, and business professionals who want practical AI solutions they can apply immediately.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Whether you are new to AI or already exploring advanced tools, our conference offers Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced sessions tailored to every stage of the AI journey. Attendees will gain real-world strategies, explore emerging technologies, and learn how to use AI to improve productivity, marketing, customer engagement, operations, and business growth.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Join us for a full day of interactive workshops, live demonstrations, networking opportunities, and actionable insights designed to help you work smarter and grow stronger in the age of AI.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;What to Expect
-Beginner, Intermediate &amp;amp; Advanced AI Sessions
-English &amp;amp; Spanish Workshops (A total of 16 sessions!)
-Hands-On Training &amp;amp; Live Demonstrations
-AI Tools for Marketing, Productivity &amp;amp; Automation
-Networking &amp;amp; Collaboration Opportunities
-Breakfast &amp;amp; Lunch Included&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: &lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: NJ Small Business Development Center at The College of New Jersey, Middlesex College&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460032"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460032</link>
      <category domain="center number">21021</category>
      <category domain="area">Mercer, Middlesex, and Hunterdon Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:18:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Passaic County Entrepreneurs Meetup, Tuesday, June 30, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;NJSBDC at William Paterson University, College of Business, Wayne&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, June 30, 2026 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;Entrepreneurs Meetup: Connect. Learn. Grow.&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM | In-Person&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;?? Cotsakos College of Business - Rooms 1016 &amp;amp; 1017 | 1600 Valley Road, Wayne, NJ 07470&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;?? Free&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Join us for the &lt;strong&gt;Passaic County Entrepreneurs Meetup Series&lt;/strong&gt; - a monthly gathering bringing together entrepreneurs, small business owners, and innovators from across the region.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This month's featured speaker is &lt;strong&gt;Dylan Lacroix&lt;/strong&gt;, presenting on &lt;strong&gt;Addressing Capital Accumulation &amp;amp; Protection for You and Your Business&lt;/strong&gt; - an essential topic for any entrepreneur thinking about building and protecting long-term wealth.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What to Expect&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;?? &lt;strong&gt;Networking &amp;amp; Community:&lt;/strong&gt; Connect with local entrepreneurs and build lasting business relationships&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;?? &lt;strong&gt;Insights &amp;amp; Learning:&lt;/strong&gt; Hear from Dylan Lacroix on capital strategies built for business owners&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;?? &lt;strong&gt;Actionable Takeaways:&lt;/strong&gt; Leave with practical tools you can apply to your business immediately&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;?? &lt;strong&gt;Ongoing Support:&lt;/strong&gt; Access resources from Passaic County partners committed to your success&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Space is limited - reserve your spot today!&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hosted in collaboration with CSREI at William Paterson University, NJSBDC at WPU, and the Passaic County Department of Economic Development.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=28460055"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=28460055</link>
      <category domain="center number">21028</category>
      <category domain="area">Passaic and Union Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 11:04:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Virtual Pitch Competitions 1, Tuesday, June 30, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, June 30, 2026 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Virtual AI Pitch Program in Partnership with:
NCLOUDS
AWS
NJSBDC
Rutgers University-Camden&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This is a great opportunity for Small Business Owners to practice their pitch skills and potentially receive  services.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460061"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460061</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:42:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> SBDC Presents: Loan Ready or Not - The SBA Reality Check Monthly Series, Thursday, July 02, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Thursday, July 02, 2026 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Are you thinking about applying for an SBA loan but don't know where to start? Not sure if your
business is ready? Join the New Jersey Small Business Development Center at The College of New Jersey (NJSBDC at TCNJ) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for a monthly, no-pressure conversation designed
to take the mystery out of business funding.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Each month, our Regional Director will sit down with SBA representatives for a candid, real-talk
session covering what lenders are really looking for, common myths about SBA loans, and the
steps you can take right now to get your business funding-ready. No slides, no lectures, just
honest answers to your real questions.
Whether you've been turned down before, are just starting to explore your options, or simply
want to understand the process, this is the space for you. Bring your questions, we'll bring the
answers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Each session covers:
. What it really takes to qualify for an SBA loan
. How to strengthen your application before you apply
. Common mistakes business owners make, and how to avoid them
. Live Q&amp;amp;A with SBA and SBDC experts&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: Lina Gomez, SBA Lender Relations Specialist; Lilian Mauro, Regional Director, NJSBDC at TCNJ.&lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: Regional Business Assistance Corporation (RBAC),  TD Bank&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460031"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=21460031</link>
      <category domain="center number">21021</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 11:09:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Navigating Your Cash Flow: Business Finance &amp; Banking, Thursday, July 09, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Thursday, July 09, 2026 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Financing
&lt;p&gt;During this webinar, you will learn how to effectively manage your business's cash flow by Maximizing Cash in and Minimizing Cash out. This webinar will teach you how to make cash work for you by discussing the important fundamentals of cash flow management while highlighting the cash flow nuances that every successful entrepreneur should know. Now is the time to take control of the lifeblood of your business.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Some of the many items covered during this webinar:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cash Flow Management Tools&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cash Flow and Your Competition&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Making cash work for you&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Vendor basics&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access information to the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460061"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460061</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Financing</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:12:20 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Q &amp; A with the IRS, Thursday, July 09, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Thursday, July 09, 2026 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Tax Planning
&lt;p&gt;.	Online Accounts and Payment Options
.	Use online account to securely access the latest information available about your federal tax account and see information from your most recently filed tax return.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You can:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;View your tax owed, payments, and payment plans.
Make payments and apply for payment plans.
Access your tax records.
Sign power of attorney authorizations electronically from your tax professional
Manage your communication preferences from the IRS.
.	Taxpayers have a variety of options to pay their tax liabilities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/headshot-jill.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jill Maniacci&lt;/strong&gt; - Senior Stakeholder Liaison - Tax Specialist / IRS Communication &amp;amp; Liaison&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jill Maniacci is a Senior Stakeholder Liaison with the Internal Revenue Service.  She collaborates, informs, and communicates priority outreach messages to all taxpayer communities, including tax practitioner organizations, employers, community associations, faith-based organizations, educational institutions, and underserved/ multilingual communities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Prior to becoming a Senior Stakeholder Liaison, Jill was an Internal Revenue Agent with the IRS's Large Business and International and the Small Business / Self-Employed Divisions for over 18 years.  She worked on high profile / sensitive cases, kingpins and potential fraud cases and Ponzi schemes cases in New York.  She was also a collaborating Agent for the IRS's Criminal Investigation Division and was a Leadership Succession Review participant for many years, which included being an acting group manager.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As an undergraduate at Fairleigh Dickinson University, Jill was the Valedictorian in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management with a double major in Business Administration.  She earned a Master of Science degree in Accounting. She also studied at the Business &amp;amp; Hotel Management School, formerly the Lucerne Hotel School in Lucerne, Switzerland for a Cross-Cultural Perspective, which is one of the top schools for this major in the world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access details to join the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460039"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460039</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Tax Planning</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:44:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> AI Masterclass PART 3: Digital Marketing &amp; Social Media with AI, Friday, July 10, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Friday, July 10, 2026 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Technology
&lt;p&gt;#&lt;strong&gt;AI Masterclass - Part 3: Digital Marketing &amp;amp; Social Media with AI&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This webinar equips small and mid-sized businesses with the AI-powered marketing skills
needed to compete in a digital-first world. Participants learn how to use AI tools to create
content faster, target the right audiences, optimize social media, and strengthen their brand
presence-without needing a full marketing team. The session is practical, results-driven,
and designed to help SMEs increase visibility, engagement, and conversions with minimal
resources. Ideally, participants will have access to a laptop to explore using some of the
techniques covered in the class for their own business.
Among the topics:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;?How AI is transforming Marketing for SMEs&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;?AI tools for content creation (social posts, images, video) in Social Media and
elsewhere&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;?Targeting the right audience for your business&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;?AI assisted strategy development for social media and content creation that can help
increase visibility and engagement&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;?Live Demonstrations of engaging with AI to support business growth.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/em-ceciliahenderson.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cecilia Henderson&lt;/strong&gt; - Ms. Henderson is a resident of Wayne, NJ where she is a member of the North Jersey Chamber of Commerce and serves as a volunteer for Passaic County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). Ms. Henderson is also an active member of the New Jersey State Women's Chamber of Commerce where she was recently elected Vice President of Marketing for this statewide organization. Cecelia Henderson attended Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School in Washington and obtained a BA in Economics from Barnard College. Ms. Henderson worked as an analyst/research assistant for the American Institutes for Research in Washington DC, a company that evaluated the performance of federally funded programs in the area of social science and defense. Ms. Henderson then returned to school receiving an MBA from Columbia Business School with a concentration in Marketing and General Management.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: &lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460086"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460086</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Technology</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:59:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Business Start-Up, Saturday, July 11, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Saturday, July 11, 2026 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Start-up Assistance
&lt;p&gt;If you are a New Jersey entrepreneur who is planning to start or has recently started a small business, this course is for you! Become more knowledgeable about the different types of business entities available along with their legal/tax implications. Learn how to register a business, examine setting up bookkeeping records, taxation, and understanding financial statements, money needs, payroll, insurance, and licensing. Do you have pressing start-up questions? Get answers at this workshop, register today!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;INSTRUCTOR:
Dr. Jackeline Mejias-Fuertes&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: $ 115.00&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460008"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460008</link>
      <category domain="center number">21022</category>
      <category domain="topic">Start-up Assistance</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:16:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Winning Public Federal Contracts, Certification &amp; Set Asides Workshop, Monday, July 13, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Monday, July 13, 2026 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Government Contracting
&lt;p&gt;This all-day training course will provide growth-focused small businesses with an in-depth understanding of navigating federal contracting, procurement and strategic marketing to the right federal agencies that buy their goods and services. The course includes overview of FedBizOpps, Acquisition Central, Federal Supply Classification Codes, NAICS, Public Services codes, Knowledge of Federal Contracting Procedures and Regulations and targeting the right contracting agency personnel. This course also covers contracts awarded through SBA certification programs and how to effectively leverage your certifications.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This workshop helps existing small businesses who currently do business with the federal government as well as those working in the commercial sector but want to branch into the federal procurement market, have a better understanding of growing their contracting opportunities. This is an interactive workshop. Familiarity with the Federal Systems of Awards Management (SAM) will be a plus.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Monica-Headshot-2022-e1739893316190.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Monica Randall&lt;/strong&gt; - The Randall Group&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Monica Randall has over 31 years of experience assisting small businesses of various sizes and industries. Over the course of her 23-year career with SBA, she held many positions including SBA Servicing Loan Officer, Marketing Specialist as well as Business Opportunity Specialist (BOS) within SBA's 8(a) program. In addition to her extensive experience and expertise, she was a former Adjunct Professor with a Community College where she taught courses in Advertising &amp;amp; Sales Promotion, Marketing, Introduction to Entrepreneurship, Management Principles as well as Social Media classes. Her belief in the small business community has lead Monica to devote her entire career to assisting small businesses with their growth and expansion into the state and federal procurement marketplace.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WEBINAR ACCESS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access details to join the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: $ 30.00&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460068"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460068</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Government Contracting</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:26:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Cybersecurity for Small Businesses Webinar, Tuesday, July 14, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, July 14, 2026 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Technology
&lt;p&gt;This webinar is designed to provide business owners and their management teams with Cyber Security awareness. The goal of the webinar is for participants to understand the importance of implementing a consistent, and continuously improving Cyber Security program for their organization.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The webinar goes beyond intrusion detection and reactive remediation. It will provide insight on how to prevent cyber criminals from compromising the integrity of your business critical assets and information on a daily basis. This webinar will also provide best practices and helpful tips to educate end-users who access your company's information systems.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If cyber security for your small businesses is still an afterthought, keep in mind that for your customers, suppliers, and partners it is still a very important concern!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Michelle-Schaap-1.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Michelle Schaap&lt;/strong&gt; - Chiesa Shahinian &amp;amp; Giantomasi PC&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Michelle Schaap practices cybersecurity and corporate law. Within corporate law, she primarily practices in construction, franchising and renewable energy - representing a varied client base that ranges from Fortune 500 companies to closely-held businesses.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Combining her technology and corporate experience, Michelle has spearheaded and developed CSG's cybersecurity practice. She regularly advises clients on cybersecurity preparedness, counsels clients when data security incidents arise and trains companies on best practices for security procedures addressing both their business operations and their customers' concerns. Michelle assesses her clients' risk management practices and security incident preparedness to develop a proactive response and recovery plan enacted to recover from security breaches. Additionally, Michelle works with clients in contract review, drafting and negotiation in critical areas of privacy and security.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Michelle Schaap developed the firm's Cybersecurity Legal Trends &amp;amp; Topics Blog - a resource for businesses and individuals to help them stay abreast of the ever-evolving national and state statutory requirements as to proactive measures, incident response and liability for personal information, security use and theft.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WEBINAR ACCESS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access details to join the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460037"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460037</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Technology</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:43:02 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Technology &amp; Business, Tuesday, July 14, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, July 14, 2026 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Technology
&lt;p&gt;MOVE OVER VIRUSES, step aside worms: Ransomware has the spotlight and isn't about to give it up. From taking down entire fuel pipelines to hijacking hospital networks, it's the cyberattack du jour. Not only do you have the potentially disastrous consequences of being locked out of your most important files and systems, you also have to decide if you're willing to pay cold, hard cash to get access to them again, if you even get access after paying.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This webinar will help you with your small business to Identify - Detect and Protect.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Will learn about comprehensive Ransomware Recovery Plan,&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Gain access to the tools to develop your own ransomware recovery playbook.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;How to respond quickly and confidently in a crisis setting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Step to Recover data and restart applications faster&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reduce business interruptions and costs related to remediation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Meet requirements from auditors and cybersecurity insurers&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Above all:  Avoid paying data ransoms&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/em-nalitpatel.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Nalit Patel-All Solutions Inc.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;With an innate ability to actively listen and discern, Nalit Patel has been helping clients optimize their IT infrastructure and streamline their business processes by delivering world-class managed and professional services through client-centric business methods for over 25 years. His company All Solutions Inc has been focused in providing data center/cloud computing, collaboration, IT infrastructure, and security - complemented by software. Nalit and All Solutions Inc continues to develop and deliver innovative, scalable and financially sound solutions to a myriad of industries.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460038"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460038</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Technology</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:43:35 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Doing Business with NJ State, Wednesday, July 15, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;NJSBDC at Rutgers - Newark, Newark, NJ&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, July 15, 2026 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Government Contracting
&lt;p&gt;Unlock opportunities and learn how to successfully navigate New Jersey's state procurement and contracting process in a two part Lunch and Learn webinar series, "Doing Business with the State." Join the NJ Business Action Center, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services (DORES), and the NJSTART eProcurement team for an informative presentation to help businesses understand the steps, requirements, and tools needed to work with the state.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Hear directly from experts at:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Learn about free resources, certifications, and hands-on support available to help businesses grow and compete for state opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Get step-by-step guidance on business registration, compliance requirements, and essential filings needed to work with the State.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Understand how to register, search for bid opportunities, and submit proposals through the state's online procurement platform.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Together, our panelists will walk you through the full process-from setting up your business for eligibility to navigating bids and accessing support services. A live Q&amp;amp;A will follow to ensure your questions are answered.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Don-Newman-e1765810244727.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Don Newman&lt;/strong&gt; - Manager, Office of Small Business Advocacy, New Jersey Department of State&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Mr. Newman serves as the Manager of Small Business Advocacy within the New Jersey Department of State, Business Action Center.  As Manager, he provides services to business of all sizes and at all stages of development, from startups through maturity.  These services include identifying specific programs for which business are eligible and helping them locate the resources that best meet their needs.  In addition, Don manages the NJ Business Helpline, 1-800 JERSEY-7 and a new live chat. This year, through both platforms, his team responded to over 75,000 business questions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;With over 20+ years of experience as a business advocate, Mr. Newman has assisted countless businesses grow and prosper in our state.  Prior to joining state government, Don managed and worked for several small businesses, gaining valuable experience in such varied fields as inventory management, sales, business planning, and marketing.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: &lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460093"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460093</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Government Contracting</category>
      <category domain="area">Essex County</category>
      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:43:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Smart Business Plan Workshop - Introduction/Marketing  (Summer Cycle), Friday, July 17, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Friday, July 17, 2026 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Business Basics
&lt;p&gt;The NJSBDC at Rutgers-Newark Smart Business Plan Workshop is offered in 5 hour. This cycle will be held on Friday and will be conducted virtually via the ZOOM video conferencing platform.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;All the essential steps will be covered, including drafting the business goals and objectives; identifying the audience; gathering information; researching; describing product and services; marketing and sales planning, and financial projections and reports.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;At the completion of the workshop, clients who need additional assistance with fine-tuning their business plans will have an opportunity to have a Business &amp;amp; Financial Plan Review.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION will be issued after participating in a 5 hours of the Smart Business Plan Workshop. Costs include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Resources&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Individualized attention with experienced trainers/presenters&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Step by step online tutoring and counseling&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Executive Summary &amp;amp; the Organization Plan&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Business Description, Mission; Goals &amp;amp; Objectives; Keys to Success; Company Ownership; Ownership &amp;amp; Legal Structuring; Company Location &amp;amp; Facilities; Management Summary; Organizational Structure; Management Team; Management Team Gaps; Personnel Plan&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;** Understanding Market Research &amp;amp; Developing a Marketing Plan**&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Market Analysis Summary; Customer Description; Market Segmentation; Industry Analysis; Industry Participants; Distribution Patterns; Competition and Buying Patterns; Main Competitors; Strategies &amp;amp; Implementation Summary; Marketing Strategy; Pricing Strategy; Promotion Strategy; Sales Strategy; Sales Forecast; Sales Programs; Milestones&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;** Business Plan Financials (Part I)**&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Financial Plan; Introduction; Start up Financial Summary; Important Assumption Key Financial Indicators; Break-even Analysis; Balance Sheet; Cash Flow Statements; Profit &amp;amp; Loss Statements; Income Statement; Business Ratios&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Business Plan Financial (Part II)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Financial Reporting; Preparation &amp;amp; Interpreting Business Financial Statements; Financial projections; Supporting documents requirements.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/em-WendyOliveras.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Wendy Oliveras&lt;/strong&gt; -  Shess Global Alliance LLC&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Wendy Oliveras is the Creative Founder &amp;amp; CEO of SHESS Global Alliance, LLC (SGA) (a Certified MWBE/Federal WOSB - USA/Global business development and consulting company). Her background includes extensive experience in the legal, intellectual property, business development, human resources, career planning, and educational training fields. As an avid chess player, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur, her mission is to empower women globally through the game of chess.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Torres_Jonathan_headshot_2023-1-e1676819309936.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jonathan M. Torres&lt;/strong&gt; -  Business and Data Services Librarian Rutgers University-Newark.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jonathan is the Business and Data Services Librarian and Graduate Student Services Coordinator specializing in teaching data and information literacy and statistical and data visualization software. He provides course-integrated and resource-specific instruction in business-based subject areas, develops, and delivers data-related workshops, and offers consultative support such as finding data sets, assisting with data analysis software, and data management planning for universities, government, and external organizations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PAYMENT:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Payment will be collected through Eventbrite.&lt;/strong&gt; At the end of this registration, you will be transferred to Eventbrite to complete payment.  Please select &amp;quot;Tickets&amp;quot; to register and include the same name and email used to register for this event.  Once payment has been made with Eventbrite, we will confirm your registration for this webinar.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: $ 50.00&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460073"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460073</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Business Basics</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:24:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Customer Service for Small Businesses: Strengthen customer experience and retention, Tuesday, July 21, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;NJSBDC at Stockton University, CEZ Office&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, July 21, 2026 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Customer Relations
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Customer Service for Small Businesses: Strengthen customer experience and retention&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Date:&lt;/strong&gt; July 21, 2026 Tuesday 9am - 11am&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; CEZ Office: 2115 S Delsea Dr, Vineland, NJ 08360&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;This class focuses on building strong customer service practices that improve customer experience and increase retention. Participants will learn practical strategies for setting service standards, handling common challenges, and creating positive interactions that encourage repeat business and referrals.&lt;/h5&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460013"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460013</link>
      <category domain="center number">21032</category>
      <category domain="topic">Customer Relations</category>
      <category domain="area">Atlantic, Cape May, and Cumberland Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:41:01 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Virtual Pitch Competitions 2, Tuesday, July 21, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, July 21, 2026 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Virtual Pitch Program In partnership with:
NCLOUDS
AWS
NJSBDC
Rutgers University-Camden&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This is a  great opportunity for Small Business Owners to practice their pitch skills and potentially receive services.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460062"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460062</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:50:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Customer Service for Small Businesses: Strengthen customer experience and retention, Tuesday, July 21, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;NJSBDC at Stockton University, Inca Chicken&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Customer Relations
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Customer Service for Small Businesses: Strengthen customer experience and retention&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Date:&lt;/strong&gt; July 21, 2026 Tuesday 6pm - 8pm&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Inca Chicken: 22 S Laurel St, Bridgeton, NJ 08302&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;This class focuses on building strong customer service practices that improve customer experience and increase retention. Participants will learn practical strategies for setting service standards, handling common challenges, and creating positive interactions that encourage repeat business and referrals.&lt;/h5&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460014"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460014</link>
      <category domain="center number">21032</category>
      <category domain="topic">Customer Relations</category>
      <category domain="area">Atlantic, Cape May, and Cumberland Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:43:07 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ, Wednesday, July 22, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, July 22, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Government Contracting
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Government Contracting Opportunities in New Jersey&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h4&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Webinar Host:&lt;/strong&gt; Ana Gatson (NJSBDC Consultant)&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Date:&lt;/strong&gt; July 22, 2026&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Time:&lt;/strong&gt; 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (1 hour)&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Online (Live)&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;In this webinar, we will highlight current government contracting opportunities available for small businesses.&lt;/h5&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460024"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460024</link>
      <category domain="center number">21032</category>
      <category domain="topic">Government Contracting</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 12:55:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Smart Business Plan Workshop - Financial Pt 1 &amp; 2   (Summer Cycle), Friday, July 24, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Friday, July 24, 2026 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Business Basics
&lt;p&gt;The NJSBDC at Rutgers-Newark Smart Business Plan Workshop is offered in 5 hour. This cycle will be held on Friday and will be conducted virtually via the ZOOM video conferencing platform.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;All the essential steps will be covered, including drafting the business goals and objectives; identifying the audience; gathering information; researching; describing product and services; marketing and sales planning, and financial projections and reports.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;At the completion of the workshop, clients who need additional assistance with fine-tuning their business plans will have an opportunity to have a Business &amp;amp; Financial Plan Review.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION will be issued after participating in a 5 hours of the Smart Business Plan Workshop. Costs include:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Resources&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Individualized attention with experienced trainers/presenters&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Step by step online tutoring and counseling&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Executive Summary &amp;amp; the Organization Plan&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Business Description, Mission; Goals &amp;amp; Objectives; Keys to Success; Company Ownership; Ownership &amp;amp; Legal Structuring; Company Location &amp;amp; Facilities; Management Summary; Organizational Structure; Management Team; Management Team Gaps; Personnel Plan&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;** Understanding Market Research &amp;amp; Developing a Marketing Plan**&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Market Analysis Summary; Customer Description; Market Segmentation; Industry Analysis; Industry Participants; Distribution Patterns; Competition and Buying Patterns; Main Competitors; Strategies &amp;amp; Implementation Summary; Marketing Strategy; Pricing Strategy; Promotion Strategy; Sales Strategy; Sales Forecast; Sales Programs; Milestones&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;** Business Plan Financials (Part I)**&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Financial Plan; Introduction; Start up Financial Summary; Important Assumption Key Financial Indicators; Break-even Analysis; Balance Sheet; Cash Flow Statements; Profit &amp;amp; Loss Statements; Income Statement; Business Ratios&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Business Plan Financial (Part II)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Financial Reporting; Preparation &amp;amp; Interpreting Business Financial Statements; Financial projections; Supporting documents requirements.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PAYMENT:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Payment will be collected through Eventbrite.&lt;/strong&gt; At the end of this registration, you will be transferred to Eventbrite to complete payment.  Please select &amp;quot;Tickets&amp;quot; to register and include the same name and email used to register for this event.  Once payment has been made with Eventbrite, we will confirm your registration for this webinar.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460091"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460091</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Business Basics</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:25:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> A Business Plan, Saturday, August 01, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Saturday, August 01, 2026 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Business Basics
&lt;p&gt;Even the most skeptical banker can be persuaded positively with a convincing business plan. Comprehensive plans include sales forecasts, market identification, resources, personnel, cash flow, and income projections. Learn how your finished plan should look, what's to be included, which language to use and what information to present and in what format your plans are clearly convincing.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Instructor:  Paul Rinaldi&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: $ 75.00&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460012"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460012</link>
      <category domain="center number">21022</category>
      <category domain="topic">Business Basics</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:25:49 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Retail Business Masterclass Part 1: Retail Business Model/Branding/Marketing, Wednesday, August 05, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, August 05, 2026 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Managing a Business
&lt;p&gt;Retail Business Masterclass: Part 1 - Marketing Basics for Your Retail Business
DESCRIPTION: This introductory masterclass equips small and medium-sized retail owners with the fundamentals needed to build a powerful retail business model, sharpen their brand, and execute marketing that actually drives foot traffic and sales. Participants will learn about positioning their retail business for competitive advantage, understanding what drives their customers, and creating comprehensive marketing strategies that can produce measurable results-whether operating in-store, online, or both. Entrepreneurs will walk away with insights they can apply immediately to strengthen their retail presence, attract more customers, and grow sustainably in an increasingly digital marketplace.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Participants will leave with:
. An understanding of the components of retail business plan and marketing
. A understanding of how branding can differentiate their business
. The importance of creating marketing strategy that aligns with customer behavior
. Greater clarity on how to attract customers and grow sales consistently.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Headshot-carmen-2-e1679677437589.jpeg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;**Carmen Morris
** - CEO, Business Mastery Consulting Services (BMCS)
Carmen Morris is a powerhouse in business and credit education, known for her straight-talk style and deep expertise. As CEO of Business Mastery Consulting Services (BMCS), she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and individuals take control of their finances, build strong credit, and grow profitable businesses.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;With a professional background in international trade, real estate, and brand development, Carmen brings a unique and actionable perspective to turning credit into capital. She's passionate about empowering others with real tools to break financial cycles and scale with confidence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/em-ceciliahenderson.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cecilia Henderson&lt;/strong&gt; - Ms. Henderson is a resident of Wayne, NJ where she is a member of the North Jersey Chamber of Commerce and serves as a volunteer for Passaic County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). Ms. Henderson is also an active member of the New Jersey State Women's Chamber of Commerce where she was recently elected Vice President of Marketing for this statewide organization. Cecelia Henderson attended Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School in Washington and obtained a BA in Economics from Barnard College. Ms. Henderson worked as an analyst/research assistant for the American Institutes for Research in Washington DC, a company that evaluated the performance of federally funded programs in the area of social science and defense. Ms. Henderson then returned to school receiving an MBA from Columbia Business School with a concentration in Marketing and General Management.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: Cecelia Henderson&lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460078"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460078</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Managing a Business</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:43:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> AI Masterclass PART 1:Introduction to AI &amp; Tools 4 Productivity, Friday, August 07, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Friday, August 07, 2026 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Technology

&lt;p&gt;**AI Masterclass - Part 1: Introduction to AI &amp;amp; Tools for Productivity**
This beginner-friendly webinar demystifies Artificial Intelligence and shows participants how to use simple AI tools to save time, stay organized, and work smarter. No technical background required, but it will be helpful to have a laptop available to use a tool such as ChatGPT. Attendees will learn how AI is changing everyday work and discover practical, easy-to-use applications that can streamline tasks, boost creativity, and increase productivity across both personal and professional life. What This Session Covers (Basics):

What AI Is-and What It Is Not
Understanding Key AI Concepts Machine learning (simple definition) Generative AI (tools that create text, images, audio) Chatbots and virtual assistants Automations and smart recommendations
How to think about using AI in your day to day business life.
Everyday Use Cases Improving personal productivity Managing admin tasks faster Supporting small-business operations Boosting creativity and idea generation
Responsible and Safe Use of AI - Understanding privacy considerations and using AI wisely.

# **PRESENTER** Cecelia Henderson&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: &lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460087"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460087</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Technology</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:04:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> First Step to Entrepreneurship Q&amp;A, Saturday, August 08, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Saturday, August 08, 2026 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Start-up Assistance
&lt;p&gt;First-Step to Entrepreneurship Q &amp;amp; A is the NJSBDC at Rutgers-Newark interactive webinar for all individuals seeking to start a small business in New Jersey. This 2 hour webinar will provide an opportunity for participants to discuss the steps and procedures to start and operate a NJ business and also to address their start-up issues or questions with an SBDC business expert. The webinar will cover:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Selecting Your business legal structure (i.e. LLC,C &amp;amp; S Corps/Partnerships/Sole Proprietor)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Online Business Registration with New Jersey&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Registering for taxes with the NJ Department of Revenue&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;NJ Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;NJ Licenses &amp;amp; Permits (including Departments to obtain)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;IRS Schedule C &amp;amp; Getting a Federal Tax ID (EIN #)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Source/Types of Funding + Alternative Micro loan Lenders&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Patents, Trademarks &amp;amp; Copyrights&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Business Code&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/em-Wendy-Oliveras-2021.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Wendy Oliveras&lt;/strong&gt; -  Shess Global Alliance LLC&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Wendy Oliveras is the Creative Founder &amp;amp; CEO of SHESS Global Alliance, LLC (SGA) (a Certified MWBE/Federal WOSB - USA/Global business development and consulting company). Her background includes extensive experience in the legal, intellectual property, business development, human resources, career planning, and educational training fields. As an avid chess player, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur, her mission is to empower women globally through the game of chess.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PAYMENT:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Payment will be collected through Eventbrite.&lt;/strong&gt; At the end of this registration, you will be transferred to Eventbrite to complete payment.  Please select &amp;quot;Tickets&amp;quot; to register and include the same name and email used to register for this event.  Once payment has been made with Eventbrite, we will confirm your registration for this webinar.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: $ 15.00&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460065"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460065</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Start-up Assistance</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:18:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Understanding Profit: Income, Expenses, and What's Left: The difference between revenue and profit., Saturday, August 08, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Inca Chicken, 22 S Laurel Street Bridgeton N&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Saturday, August 08, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This class breaks down the difference between income, expenses, and true profit in simple, practical terms. Participants will learn how to better understand where their money is going and how to use this knowledge to make smarter business decisions.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460038"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460038</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="area">Camden, Gloucester, Salem, and Burlington Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:58:03 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Google Business Profile Mastery, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, August 12, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Marketing and Sales
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Google Business Profile Mastery&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h4&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Webinar Host:&lt;/strong&gt; Ana Gatson (NJSBDC Consultant)&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Date:&lt;/strong&gt; August 12, 2026&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Event Time:&lt;/strong&gt; 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (1 hour)&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Online (Live)&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h5&gt;
&lt;h5&gt;Your Google Business Profile is often the first impression potential customers have of your business - is yours working for you or against you? Discover how to optimize your profile to show up in local searches, generate more customer reviews, use posts and updates to stay top-of-mind, and track the metrics that matter. You'll learn the specific tactics that help local businesses stand out in Google search results and convert searchers into customers.&lt;/h5&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460025"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=32460025</link>
      <category domain="center number">21032</category>
      <category domain="topic">Marketing and Sales</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 16:55:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Financing A Small Business, Saturday, August 15, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Saturday, August 15, 2026 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Financing
&lt;p&gt;Interested in starting a business or expanding an existing business? Need financial assistance? This workshop will address these issues by providing information on determining money needs, SBA loans, venture capital, working with local banks, use of a business plan to secure financing, services provided by the Small Business Development Center.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Instructor: Dr. Jackeline Mejias-Fuertes&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Note:
This workshop is part of the Entrepreneur Certificate Program.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: $ 65.00&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460016"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460016</link>
      <category domain="center number">21022</category>
      <category domain="topic">Financing</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:02:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Topic:       Understanding Profit: Income, Expenses, and What's Left: The difference between revenue, Tuesday, August 18, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;The Authority Training Center, 745 Lebanon Rd., Millville NJ&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, August 18, 2026 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Cash Flow Management
&lt;p&gt;Topic:       Understanding Profit: Income, Expenses, and What's Left: The difference between revenue and profit.
This class breaks down the difference between income, expenses, and true profit in simple, practical terms. Participants will learn how to better understand where their money is going and how to use this knowledge to make smarter business decisions&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460039"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460039</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="topic">Cash Flow Management</category>
      <category domain="area">Camden, Gloucester, Salem, and Burlington Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:59:33 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Understanding Profit: Income, Expenses, and What's Left:, Tuesday, August 18, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Inca Chicken, 22 S Laurel Street Bridgeton N&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, August 18, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Cash Flow Management
&lt;p&gt;This class breaks down the difference between income, expenses, and true profit in simple, practical terms. Participants will learn how to better understand where their money is going and how to use this knowledge to make smarter business decisions.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460040"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460040</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="topic">Cash Flow Management</category>
      <category domain="area">Camden, Gloucester, Salem, and Burlington Counties</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:06:40 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Food Truck Academy, Wednesday, August 19, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, August 19, 2026 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Webinar Descriptions:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;. Food Truck Academy: Introduces the basics of starting and managing a food truck business, covering concept development, serving customers, and industry tips.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/em-Nakeicha-Wilson-1-e1735578607630.png" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Nakeicha Wilson&lt;/strong&gt; - ALEXANDER SKYE GROUP&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;With 20+ years in accounting and business management, Nakeicha Wilson co-founded Alexander Skye Group to support business owners with her practical expertise. As a dual brick-and-mortar business owner, she is instrumental in shaping Alexander Skye Group's vision of empowering entrepreneurs through mentorship and training.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WEBINAR ACCESS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access details to join the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460042"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460042</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:40:11 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Small Business Guide to Intellectual Property Webinar, Wednesday, August 19, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, August 19, 2026 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Business Basics
&lt;p&gt;If you have an idea, product or service that you really believe in, you want to protect it. The Intellectual Property (IP) Basics Webinar is designed to give entrepreneurs, small business owners, and independent inventors the knowledge and tools needed to protect the most valuable asset and integrity of their business.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;This webinar will help you to better understand the different types of IP and how to protect them. At the end of this workshop, you will be able to:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Obtain a clear understanding of what is intellectual property and do you need it&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Differentiate between patents, trade secrets, copyright protection, and trademarks&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Identify issues generally found in patents, trade secrets, copyrights, and trademarks&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;p&gt;Obtain helpful resources for guidance&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you do not invest time and resources to understand IP protection, opportunities and risks, it will be difficult to achieve your business goals in the long run. Join us and let us help you get jump started on protecting your great idea, service, or product.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/em-Wendy-Oliveras-2021.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Wendy Oliveras&lt;/strong&gt; -  Shess Global Alliance LLC&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Wendy Oliveras is the Creative Founder &amp;amp; CEO of SHESS Global Alliance, LLC (SGA) (a Certified MWBE/Federal WOSB - USA/Global business development and consulting company). Her background includes extensive experience in the legal, intellectual property, business development, human resources, career planning, and educational training fields. As an avid chess player, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur, her mission is to empower women globally through the game of chess.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;WEBINAR ACCESS:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access details to join the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460043"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460043</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Business Basics</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:53:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Current Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ, Wednesday, August 19, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, August 19, 2026 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Government Contracting
&lt;p&gt;Date: 8/19
Time: 4-5 pm
Title: Current Government Contracting Opportunities in NJ
Description: Find out which government contracts are currently up for bid in New Jersey and may be available to your small business.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460019"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=30460019</link>
      <category domain="center number">21030</category>
      <category domain="topic">Government Contracting</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:43:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Access to Capital with the SBA Webinar, Thursday, August 20, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Thursday, August 20, 2026 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Financing
&lt;p&gt;The small business owner will learn about the SBA's business loan programs, no-cost business management counseling programs, what goes in to a good loan proposal, how to prepare one to increase the chances of getting a loan. In addition participants will go over strategies for credit management &amp;amp; credit score improvement. Attendees will be able to schedule an appointment for credit counseling.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Lyndsay-kilpatrick.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Lyndsay Kilpatrick&lt;/strong&gt; - US Small Business Administration - NJ&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Lyndsay Kilpatrick is the Deputy District Director at the U.S. Small Business Administration. In that capacity Ms. Kilpatrick is the voice for small businesses in need of Capital and Counseling. Ms. Kilpatrick has been with the SBA for over 28 years in various capacities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;You will be sent access details to join the webinar in a separate email.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460044"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460044</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Financing</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:54:03 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Recordkeeping for Small Business, Saturday, August 22, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Saturday, August 22, 2026 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Business Accounting and Budget
&lt;p&gt;This workshop is ideal for business owners wanting to perform basic record keeping,
and understanding of financial statements.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Including their development, their use, and effective methods of analysis. With hands-on instruction in business and accounting software programs, participants will learn the general accounting cycle and how it reflects business transactions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Instructor: Mary Edelman&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Note:
This workshop is part of the Entrepreneur Certificate Program.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;Fee: $ 111.00&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460004"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=22460004</link>
      <category domain="center number">21022</category>
      <category domain="topic">Business Accounting and Budget</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:23:27 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Retail Business Masterclass PART 2: Inventory; Product Development vs. Sourcing &amp; Pricing; POS, Wednesday, September 02, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;Online&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Wednesday, September 02, 2026 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Marketing and Sales
&lt;p&gt;Retail Business Masterclass - Part 2: Inventory Management, Product Development vs. Sourcing, Pricing &amp;amp; POS**&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Webinar Description:
This 2-hour masterclass gives SMEs the operational backbone they need to run a profitable, efficient retail business. Participants learn how to control inventory, source products strategically, price for margin and competitiveness, and use modern POS systems to track performance and reduce losses.  The session is practical, tactical, and designed to help small retailers make smarter decisions that reduce waste, protect cash flow, strengthen supplier relationships, and improve overall sales performance. Participants leave with clear tools, templates, and decision frameworks they can apply immediately-whether they are operating a brick-and-mortar store, an online shop, or a hybrid model.
1?? Inventory Management Essentials            2?? Product Development vs Sourcing            3?? Pricing Fundamentals
4 POS (Point-of-Sale) Systems&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h1&gt;&lt;strong&gt;PRESENTER&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Headshot-carmen-2-e1679677437589.jpeg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;**Carmen Morris
** - CEO, Business Mastery Consulting Services (BMCS)
Carmen Morris is a powerhouse in business and credit education, known for her straight-talk style and deep expertise. As CEO of Business Mastery Consulting Services (BMCS), she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and individuals take control of their finances, build strong credit, and grow profitable businesses.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;With a professional background in international trade, real estate, and brand development, Carmen brings a unique and actionable perspective to turning credit into capital. She's passionate about empowering others with real tools to break financial cycles and scale with confidence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;img src="http://www.rnsbdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/em-ceciliahenderson.jpg" alt="Center IC Logo" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cecilia Henderson&lt;/strong&gt; - Ms. Henderson is a resident of Wayne, NJ where she is a member of the North Jersey Chamber of Commerce and serves as a volunteer for Passaic County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). Ms. Henderson is also an active member of the New Jersey State Women's Chamber of Commerce where she was recently elected Vice President of Marketing for this statewide organization. Cecelia Henderson attended Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School in Washington and obtained a BA in Economics from Barnard College. Ms. Henderson worked as an analyst/research assistant for the American Institutes for Research in Washington DC, a company that evaluated the performance of federally funded programs in the area of social science and defense. Ms. Henderson then returned to school receiving an MBA from Columbia Business School with a concentration in Marketing and General Management.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: Cecelia Henderson &amp;amp; Carmen Morris&lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460079"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460079</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Marketing and Sales</category>
      <category domain="area">Online</category>
      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:44:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title> Make Mine A Million Dollar Business, Tuesday, September 08, 2026 </title>
      <description>Where: &lt;b&gt;NJSBDC at Rutgers - Newark, Newark, NJ&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;When: &lt;i&gt;Tuesday, September 08, 2026 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Topic: Managing a Business
&lt;p&gt;Small businesses don't become million-dollar companies by accident-they do it through strategy, clarity, systems, and disciplined execution. Make Mine a Million-Dollar BusinessT is designed for founders who are already operating, already generating revenue, and ready to unlock the next level.
This workshop cuts through the fluff. It equips entrepreneurs with the frameworks, tools, and growth levers used by high-performing companies worldwide-translated for the realities of small-business life: limited staff, tight cash flow, and the need to scale smartly, not recklessly.
Participants walk away with a complete growth blueprint: clear positioning, a stronger business model, and scalable systems that move them confidently toward $1M+ revenue.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Speaker: Dr. Tendai D. Ndoro&lt;br /&gt;Co-Sponsor: &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fee: No Cost&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href="https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460010"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;</description>
      <link>https://clients.njsbdc.com/workshop.aspx?ekey=10460010</link>
      <category domain="center number">21010</category>
      <category domain="topic">Managing a Business</category>
      <category domain="area">Essex County</category>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:33:46 GMT</pubDate>
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