NJSBDC@TCNJ  
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Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
The NJSBDC network (www.njsbdc.com) is the premier provider of comprehensive services and programs for small business in New Jersey. The organization, which consists of 11 centers statewide, helps businesses expand their operations, manage their growth or start ventures. The New Jersey Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) network is partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the State of New Jersey, and The College of New Jersey. SBA's funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. All SBA-funded programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested at least two weeks in advance by contacting 609-771-2947.
NJSBDC@TCNJ
Upcoming Events

Small Business Jobs Act 2010 & New Women-Owned Small Business Federal Set Aside
Feb 3, 9:00-11:00am - FREE - INFO & REGISTRATION
A forum to inform the small business community of the provisions of two important programs. (1) The Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 extends the successful SBA enhanced loan provisions while offering billions more in lending support, tax cuts, and other opportunities for entrepreneurs and small business owners. (2) The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program enables contracting officers to establish a sheltered market for competition among WOSBs and Economically Disadvantaged WOSBs for the provision of goods and services to the Federal Government.
Instructors: Onica Browne, Business Development Specialist, Marketing & Outreach & Richard Pettorossi, Business Development Specialist, Information Technology - U.S. Small Business Administration

Federal Certification Workshops:
8A and Hub Zone Empowerment Contracting
& Women-Owned Small Business Program

Feb 8, 9:30-11:30am - FREE - INFO & REGISTRATION
The Hub Zone Empowerment Contracting Program provides federal contracting opportunities for qualified small businesses located in specifically desginated historically underutilized Business Zone (HubZone) distressed areas.
 
 
The event will also cover details of the new Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program, enabling contracting officers to identify and establish a sheltered market for competition among WOSBs or Economically Disadvantaged WOSBs for the provision of goods and services to the Federal Government. During this event you will learn about eligibility requirements, self-certification, eligibility examinations, protesting an eligibility status, benefits of the program, and more. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about how your business can take advantage of the Women-Owned Small Business Program.

 
Instructor: Stephanie Burroughs - Director of Procurement Programs for New Jersey Small Business Development Centers
Products and Services:
Procurement with Mercer County

Feb 8, 6:00-8:00pm - FREE - INFO & REGISTRATION
Mercer County is making a concerted effort to include more Mercer County business owners in their bidding and contracting process and is reaching out to more business owners to teach them how to accomplish this. The program will include current bidding opportunities, how to prepare a bid, what to expect during the bid process, what is required once you have won the award, how to get paid, and more.
Instructor: Marcella Covello - Director of Purchasing, County of Mercer
New Business Question & Answer Workshops
Feb 9, 9:00-11:00am - $20 - INFO & REGISTRATION
Mar 23, 6:00-8:00pm - $20 - INFO & REGISTRATION
We invite you to attend this informal question and answer session with our expert business counselor, Al Spiewak. Get answers to those burning questions that are holding you back from starting your dream business or tips to help your fledgling business grow.
Instructor: Al Spiewak - Fordham University Entrepreneur Professor, Attorney and Former Director of an NJ Incubator
Business Tour of China
June 11-25 - FULL DETAILS - APPLICATION
14 days in China with 5 visits to businesses (one guaranteed in your industry), 8 Days free pre-tour planning course about China from May 31 to June 10 at TCNJ (valued at $1,800), sightseeing, ground transportation, guided tour, and 2 excursions to Hangzhou and Suzhou. Accommodations include 4-star hotels in Beijing and Shanghai, all breakfasts, 8 group lunches and 8 dinners. TCNJ students will serve as your liaisons between you and your prospective Chinese clients FREE for an additional 4 months after the tour (valued at $1,600).  This trip is hosted by the School of Business at The College of New Jersey.
Contact: Lorraine Allen - email lorraine@sbdcnj.com
NJSBDC@TCNJ events are designed to help you grow your business.
 
To attend NJSBDC@TCNJ events, register in advance by telephone, fax, email or directly at our website:

Phone:609-771-2947
Fax:609-637-5217
Email:events@sbdcnj.com
Internet    http://www.sbdcnj.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION ENDS 24 HOURS BEFORE EACH EVENT BEGINS.
PLEASE, NO WALK-INS!
TCNJ Students - All NJSBDC@TCNJ event fees are waived for TCNJ students - please select a TCNJ Student ticket when registering and be prepared to supply your current College ID to gain entry to the event.

We look forward to your success!

NJ Small Business Development Center at The College of New Jersey
Proudly Serving the Mercer & Middlesex Small Business Community