Personal Finances for Business Financing
2026-01-05 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Cherry Hill Public Library, 1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill Township, NJ, 08034, United States
Are you looking for business financing but don’t know where to start?
This workshop breaks down the fundamentals of how small business lending really works—giving you the knowledge and confidence to move
from “not sure where to begin” to “I’m ready to apply.”

In this session, we’ll demystify the connection between your personal finances and your ability to access business capital,
including how lenders read credit reports, evaluate risk, and determine whether your business is “loan-ready.” Participants
will walk away understanding the key factors that drive loan decisions, what documents matter most, and how to start
strengthening their financial profile today.

Whether you’re building a brand-new venture or preparing to expand, this workshop provides a clear roadmap for
navigating the lending landscape. And with LAEDA’s Business Capital Solutions program behind you—offering guidance,
education, and access to multiple loan pathways—you’ll have a trusted partner supporting you every step
of the way toward securing the capital your business needs to thrive.
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ServSafe Manager Certification 1 Day Class & Test
2026-02-17 09:00 - 17:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
Live Servsafe Training & Certification Day.
In-person. Chef-led. Certification in one day.
Please note the cost for the class and certification is $150

¡Disponible en Español!
-We offer Spanish-Language exams available upon request
-Simultaneous Spanish translation headsets upon request
-Spanish study materials included
-1 translator available for live questions

What you get:
-4-hours chef-led ServSafe training
-2-hour certification exam
-Study tips and real-time suppport
-Quite, professional environment
-Certificate upon passing
Taught by Chefs Maria Campbell & Mona Wilson, ServSafe Trainers/Proctors
Small group setting (8-12 participants)
Designed for foodservice professionals.

Questions? Email: Maria.Anna.Campbell@gmail.com

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Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 1: ABC’s of Starting a Small Business
2026-03-03 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
The LAEDA Quick Start Series is a 5-part series that provides a great opportunity for individuals who wish to learn how to start a business and for more experienced
business owners wishing to learn best practices in operating a business. Topics included in the series: Writing a Business Plan, Marketing Your Business and
Credit Management. This event is free but you will need to register for all 5 classes.
Our first night, we will cover The ABC’s of Starting a Small Business. During this seminar you’ll learn the ins and outs of starting and operating a small business, the
challenges you’ll face and the resources available to help you get started and grow!

Topics Covered Will Include:
•How to Start or Organize a Business Legally
•Practical Steps for Launching or Growing a Business
•Why a Business Plan is the Key to Success

•What it Takes to Secure a Business Loan

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course
Unit 2- Creating a Plan of Action – Business Plan I
Unit 3- Creating a Plan of Action – Business Plan II
Unit 4- Getting the Word Out – Marketing Your Business
Unit 5- Credit Management for Entrepreneurs & Certificates
We recommend that you attend all 5 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 3 of 5 seminars will receive a Certificate of Completion
and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

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Digital Marketing for Busy Business Owners: How to Show Up Online And Get Results
2026-03-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Cherry Hill Public Library, 1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill Township, NJ, 08034, United States
This workshop is designed for business owners who want to improve their online presence but don’t have time to do everything. We’ll break down today’s digital marketing landscape and focus on the tools and strategies that matter most—websites, Google Business Profiles, social media, and email marketing.
Participants will learn how customers find businesses online, how to choose the right platforms, and how to create simple, sustainable marketing habits. The session emphasizes practical next steps, realistic time management, and avoiding common marketing mistakes.
Attendees will leave with greater clarity, actionable ideas, and a clear sense of where to focus their digital marketing efforts moving forward.

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Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 2: Creating a Plan of Action- Business Plan I
2026-03-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
Unit 2 of the Quick Start Series is focused on the importance of a business plan. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, having a Business
Plan to guide your efforts is priceless. Business Plan I outlines the various parts of the business plan and its role in applying for financing to expand an existing
business or to start a new one.
Night two, we will cover Creating a Plan of Action- Business Plan I. During this seminar you’ll learn the importance of a business plan and putting
short-term and long-term goals and helping you come up with a plan to help you achieve your business goals.
Topics Covered Will Include:
•How to Start or Organize a Business Legally
•Practical Steps for Launching or Growing a Business
•Why a Business Plan is the Key to Success
•What it Takes to Secure a Business Loan

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course
Unit 3- Creating a Plan of Action – Business Plan II
Unit 4- Getting the Word Out – Marketing Your Business
Unit 5- Credit Management for Entrepreneurs & Certificates

We recommend that you attend all 5 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 3 of 5 seminars will receive a Certificate of Completion
and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

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Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 3: Creating a Plan of Action- Business Plan II
2026-03-17 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
Unit 3 of the Quick Start Series continues the conversation around creating a business plan. We will continuing covering the business plan -Creating a Plan of Action-
Business Plan II. What are your true operating costs, what are you really selling, do you have a personnel plan? You’ll be amazed by what you’ll learn about your
business by answering these questions and more. This workshop takes you through the business plan and what you need to know about your business to be successful.
During this seminar you’ll learn:
•The importance of a business plan
•How to set short-term and long-term goals
•Key questions to answer to get a solid grip on your business

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course
Unit 4- Getting the Word Out – Marketing Your Business
Unit 5- Credit Management for Entrepreneurs & Certificates

We recommend that you attend all 5 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 3 of 5 seminars will receive a Certificate of Completion
and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

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AI For Small Business Growth: From Idea to Scale
2026-03-18 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
This practical, beginner-friendly workshop shows small business owners and entrepreneurs how artificial intelligence can be used today to save time, reduce costs, and accelerate growth. Participants will learn how AI tools can support marketing, customer engagement, operations, and decision-making—without needing technical expertise. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with clear, actionable ways to use AI to work smarter, scale faster, and stay competitive in an evolving marketplace.

Hosted jointly by LAEDA and NJSBDC at Rutgers University-Camden

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QuickBooks Basics for Busy Business Owners
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
QuickBooks Basics is an introductory workshop focused on the needs of business owners who manage their own financial records. This informative webinar walks participants through the ground level stages of “bookkeeping.”
During the webinar, we’ll focus on the following areas:
• The effective use of an accounting system
• How to set up your company in QuickBooks
• Adding customers, vendors, and employees to your records
•How to produce accurate and timely reports to analyze your company’s performance and much more

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Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 4: Getting the Word Out- Marketing Your Business
2026-03-24 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
Unit 4 of the Quick Start Series is focused on understanding your customer and how your product or services meets their needs. Are your marketing efforts
communicating your message to your customers? Are you even fishing in the right pond? Marketing Your Business takes you through the basics of marketing,
developing a marketing message and creating a marketing plan that will attract the customers you really want.
During this seminar you’ll learn:
•The importance of a Marketing Plan
•Best practices to identifying your target market and ideal client
•How to communicate the features and benefits of your products and services and much more

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course
Unit 5- Credit Management for Entrepreneurs & Certificates

We recommend that you attend all 5 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 3 of 5 seminars will receive a Certificate of
Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration is closed.

Introduction to Entrepreneurship
2026-03-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Pinelands Family Success Center, 55 Pemberton - Browns Mills Road, Pemberton Township, NJ, 08015, United States
Are you ready to take the first step toward turning your business idea into reality? This Introduction to Entrepreneurship workshop will guide you through the key factors you need to know before starting your journey. You’ll learn about:

Understanding the entrepreneurial journey
Assessing if you’re ready to be an entrepreneur
Your starting point and practical steps to get going
Resources and strategies to help launch your business

This jam-packed workshop also includes a Personality Assessment to help you discover your entrepreneurial strengths. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and practical tools to start your entrepreneurial journey!

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ServSafe Manager Certification Bilingual 1 Day Class & Test (ENG & ESP)
2026-03-31 09:00 - 17:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States

Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 5: Credit Management for Entrepreneurs & Certificates
2026-03-31 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
Unit 5 of the Quick Start Series focuses on the role personal credit plays in starting and growing a business. Having good credit can mean the difference
between success or failure for a business. Without it you can’t sign a lease, get terms with your suppliers and of course get a loan.
During this seminar you’ll learn:
•How your FICO score is calculated
•What “events” affect your credit
•Strategies you can use today to start fixing your credit

For those who have attended at least 3 of the 5 units of the Quick Start Series, LAEDA will present them with a Certificate of Completion
and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration is closed.

Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 6: Group Business Counseling
2026-04-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
The LAEDA Quick Start Series is a 5-part series that provides a great opportunity for individuals who wish to learn how to start a business and for more experienced
business owners wishing to learn best practices in operating a business. Topics included in the series: Writing a Business Plan, Marketing Your Business and
Credit Management. This event is free but you will need to register for all 5 classes.

We recommend that you attend all 5 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 3 of 5 seminars will
receive a Certificate of Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.
The 6th unit is for those who have received a Certificate of Completion for Group Business Counseling.

Turning Your Hobby Into a Business
2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:30 | The Harrison Cramer Hill, 1200 N 24th Street, Camden, 08104, United States
Are you a creator with an entrepreneurial spirit? Transforming your passion project into a profitable venture requires strategy and structure. Whether you craft artistic gifts, prepare homemade meals, teach valuable skills, or offer expertise to others, turning your passion into a business can be challenging. We’re here to guide you through the transition from creating for fun to building a successful venture.
This program is free; secure your spot with advance registration.

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 1- Intro- Product Development and Production Process
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
The pathway from “creating for fun” to “creating for business” is anything but straightforward, but LAEDA is here to help you navigate the swerves and curves.
One part of the journey is transitioning from designing & creating for friends to producing for customers beyond your inner circle.

Do you have a product or service that would be in demand
Is your production process scalable as you get more orders
How do you make sure each product looks the same or that each service is delivered at the same level of quality EVERY TIME?

We will cover each of these questions and more in this first session of our multi-session course.
Sessions in this series:
Unit 1- Intro-Product Development and Production Process
Unit 2- Understanding the Power of Marketing
Unit 3- Sales Channels for the Side Hustle Business
Unit 4- Money, Banking & Credit
Unit 5- Business Administration & Bookkeeping
Unit 6- Pitch Competition & Last Day
We recommend that you attend all 6 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 4 out of 6 seminars will receive a Certificate of
Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration Will Open Two Months Prior to Event

In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 2-Understanding the Power of Marketing
2026-06-04 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
Session Two is all about identifying who your best customers are and how to reach them so they buy from you instead of your competition. Don’t worry if you
haven’t had any sales yet. In this session, we’ll learn about

• Identifying your target customer and why this is so important
• Where and how to find this target customer
• Why it’s important to know that advertising and promotion are NOT the same as marketing
• How customers are not only a source of income but of information as well

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course.

Unit 3- Sales Channels for the Side Hustle Business

Unit 4- Money, Banking & Credit
Unit 5- Business Administration & Bookkeeping
Unit 6- Pitch Competition & Last Day

We recommend that you attend all 6 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 4 out of 6 seminars will receive a Certificate of

Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration Will Open Two Months Prior to Event

In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 3- Sales Channels for the Side Hustle Business
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
A sales channel is the manner by which a business sells (exchange of money) its product or service to the customer. In Session Three, we review the sales channels
that work best for businesses transitioning from a few, scattered sales to more frequent sales of regularly higher quantities. These channels are public market
vending and selling online. We will cover what business owners need to know including but not limited to

• Evaluate a vending opportunity
• Build an ecommerce presences on a budget
• Overview of online sales platforms
• Determine the appropriate platform for the product
• Equipping yourself to be a professional vendor
• Preparing to be an online retailer

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course.

Unit 4- Money, Banking & Credit
Unit 5- Business Administration & Bookkeeping
Unit 6- Pitch Competition & Last Day

We recommend that you attend all 6 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 4 out of 6 seminars will receive a Certificate of
Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration Will Open Two Months Prior to Event

In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 4- Money, Banking & Credit
2026-06-18 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
Whether it’s seen as an opportunity or a problem, money is needed by all businesses to run. As a business owner, you need to know how to use money in ways that
help you and not hurt you. In Session 4, we will cover

• Simple budgeting to help you maximize saving and manage cash flow
• How and why to keep your personal spending separate from all business-related spending
• Why, as a small business, you want to plan to manage your money through a bank and how to choose the best one for your business
• The role credit plays in guaranteeing your business’ future growth and success

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course.

Unit 4- Money, Banking & Credit
Unit 5- Business Administration & Bookkeeping
Unit 6- Pitch Competition & Last Day

We recommend that you attend all 6 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 4 out of 6 seminars will receive a
Certificate of Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration Will Open Two Months Prior to Event

In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 5- Business Administration & Bookkeeping
2026-06-25 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
Committing to keeping accurate records of all sales and expenses is the foundation for ensuring your business’ future success. Written transactions serve
as a documented history of your business’ daily performance. Moreover, these records are then combined at key moments of each year to present an overall
picture of your business’ financial health. This session is about grounding you in these record-keeping practices and teaching you how to use your records
as a tool to make future decisions about your business. Examples of what we cover include: teaching.

• A simple system to record your transactions
• How to create basic financial statements that will help you understand the health of your business
• How to determine sales tax collection obligation
• How to include business’ income & expenses on your tax return

Remaining sessions in our multi-session course.

Unit 6- Pitch Competition & Last Day

We recommend that you attend all 6 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 4 out of 6 seminars will receive
a Certificate of Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration Will Open Two Months Prior to Event

In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 6- Pitch Competition & Last Day
2026-07-02 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
Session Six is the last session of LAEDA’s Turning Your Hobby into a Business, and the class where you get to showcase your talent! Applying everything learned
in the previous five sessions, each student gets the opportunity to pitch their business. The pitch is a “show and tell” way to both market your product or service
as well as sell to your fellow classmates! It is a culmination of the THB course. However, LAEDA also sees it as a beginning of the next phase of your
entrepreneurial journey which we look forward to accompanying you on through personalized counseling services and access to further training.

We recommend that you attend all 6 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 4 out of 6 seminars will receive
a Certificate of Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

Registration Will Open Two Months Prior to Event

In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 7-Group Business Counseling
2026-07-09 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Business Education Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
The pathway from “creating for fun” to “creating for business” is anything but straightforward, but LAEDA is here to help you navigate the swerves and curves.
One part of the journey is transitioning from designing & creating for friends to producing for customers beyond your inner circle.

We recommend that you attend all 6 seminars in the series to gain the most benefit. Those who attend at least 4 out of 6 seminars will receive a Certificate of
Completion and be eligible for a group business counseling in week 6, which will lead to opportunities for 1 on 1 counseling.

The 7th unit is for those who have received a Certificate of Completion for Group Business Counseling.
