Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 4: Getting the Word Out- Marketing Your Business
2025-02-13 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | 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

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.

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In-Person: The Art of Networking Workshop
2025-02-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Burlington County Library, 5 Pioneer Blvd, Westampton Township, NJ, 08060, United States
Are you struggling to connect with new people and build valuable relationships? Join our engaging workshop to enhance your networking skills! You’ll learn effective communication techniques for initiating conversations, identify networking opportunities that align with your goals, and prepare for events with confidence. We’ll also cover the importance of post-event follow-up and maintaining relationships with new contacts. By the end of the session, you’ll have practical tools to approach networking confidently and expand your professional circle. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Hosted in collaboration with the Burling County Department of Economic Development

Economic Development

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Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 5: Credit Management for Entrepreneurs & Certificates
2025-02-20 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-06-10 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.

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Strengthen Your Credit And Your Budget
2025-03-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Online
Join us and learn about how to establish or increase your credit score, how to create a budget, how to read a credit report, and what you can do to correct errors that
may be negatively affecting your credit score.
You will receive the Zoom link in your confirmation email.

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 1- Intro- Product Development and Production Process
2025-03-13 18:00 - 20:30 | St. Joseph’s Carpenter Society, 2912 Federal Street, Camden, 08105, 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.

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In-Person: Business Planning Workshop
2025-03-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Burlington County Library, 5 Pioneer Blvd, Westampton Township, NJ, 08060, United States
A business plan is more than just a checklist item; it’s a crucial tool that transforms your vision into reality. Join our upcoming live event to learn the importance of having a business plan and the key elements it should include. You’ll learn which sections to prioritize to create an effective plan. By the end of the session, you’ll feel confident in your ability to develop a strategic blueprint that supports your business growth and stability.
Hosted in collaboration with the Burling County Department of Economic Development

Economic Development

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 2-Understanding the Power of Marketing
2025-03-20 18:00 - 20:30 | St. Joseph’s Carpenter Society, 2912 Federal Street, Camden, 08105, 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.

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 3- Sales Channels for the Side Hustle Business
2025-03-27 18:00 - 20:30 | St. Joseph’s Carpenter Society, 2912 Federal Street, Camden, 08105, 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.

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In-Person Training: Credit and Credit Management
2025-04-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Oceanside II Family Success Center, 3201 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ, 08401, United States
Having good credit can mean the difference between success or failure for a small business. Without it you can’t sign a lease, get terms with your suppliers or get a business loan. This seminar will teach you what affects your credit, how your FICO score is calculated, and strategies you can use to start fixing your credit today!

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 4- Money, Banking & Credit
2025-04-03 18:00 - 20:30 | St. Joseph’s Carpenter Society, 2912 Federal Street, Camden, 08105, 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.

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 5- Business Administration & Bookkeeping
2025-04-10 18:00 - 20:30 | St. Joseph’s Carpenter Society, 2912 Federal Street, Camden, 08105, 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.

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In-Person: Night One for UEZ Business Training Series- Turning Your Hobby into a Business
2025-04-17 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sheppard House, 31 W Commerce Street, Bridgeton, NJ, 08302, United States
Are you ready to transform your entrepreneurial dreams into reality? We’re thrilled to present an exclusive series of five workshops designed to catapult your business acumen to new heights. Come and make lasting relationships with local business owners and the Bridgeton UEZ. Join us and let 2025 be the year you turn your business aspirations into achievements!
4/17/25 6-8PM (ESP) Turning Your Hobby into a Business
5/29/25 6-8PM Digital Marketing
6/26/25 6-8PM Business Planning Workshop
9/24/25 6-8PM The Art of Networking
10/30/25 6-8PM Protecting Your Business: Navigating Commerce Insurance
Hosted in collaboration with the Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ)
https://www.cityofbridgetonnj.gov/179/Urban-Enterprise-Zone

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 6- Pitch Competition & Last Day
2025-04-17 18:00 - 20:30 | St. Joseph’s Carpenter Society, 2912 Federal Street, Camden, 08105, 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.

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Mastering The Art of Networking: Build Connections with Confidence
2025-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Online
Mastering the Art of Networking: Build Connections with Confidence, presented by Jamila Powell, Program Director of the Women’s Business Center from Latin American Economic Development Association (LAEDA), will explore how networking serves as a powerful tool for professional and business success. In this interactive virtual session, you’ll learn practical strategies for starting and ending conversations, making meaningful connections, and following up effectively. Powell will share techniques to help you identify valuable networking opportunities, confidently engage in conversations, and maintain relationships that support your personal and professional growth. Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming event or looking to improve your networking skills, this session will provide actionable insights to help you build connections with purpose.
Learning Objectives:
Master effective communication techniques for initiating and exiting conversations
Learn how to prepare for events with confidence and make a strong first impression
Discover best practices for post-event follow-up and relationship-building
Engage in a live Q&A session with networking expert

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In-Person Training: Navigating Your Cash Flow
2025-05-06 18:00 - 19:30 | LAEDA Training Center, 433 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
Understanding and managing cash flow is essential for the success of any business. This course provides business owners with the tools and strategies needed to
balance inflows and outflows of cash, ensuring that your business remains financially stable. Topics covered include:
• Cash Flow Basics
• Maximizing Cash In
• Minimizing Cash Out
• Making Cash Work for You
Participants will learn how to maximize revenue, minimize expenses, and manage fluctuations in cash flow. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to optimize
your cash flow and use best practices to drive business growth.
Workshop Materials:
During the workshops, we will provide a professionally bound workbook to supplement the presentation and help with notetaking. This workbook will be an invaluable
resource as you apply the concepts discussed in the session.
Presented by Josué Figueroa from Chase Bank

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Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 1: ABC's of Starting a Small Business
2025-05-13 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.

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Health & Wealth Expo Live Summit
2025-05-15 08:00 - 2025-05-16 16:00
Exclusive Opportunity for LAEDA EntrepreneursIn Partnership with Health & Wealth Expo: Live Summit
We are excited to partner with the Health & Wealth Expo: Live Summit to offer LAEDA entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to connect, pitch, and grow their businesses.
Presented by Jamila Powell, Program Director – LAEDA Women’s Business Center.LAEDA will also be tabling for exhibitors — stop by and connect with our team.
Location: The Westin Mount Laurel at 555 Fellowship Rd, Mt Laurel Township, NJ 08054Dates: Thursday May 15 and Friday, May 16, 2025
What to Expect:Join us for a Business Plan Workshop, followed by a Pitch Competition where participants will have the chance to present their business for a chance to win funding to support their growth.
Registration includes:

Entry into the Pitch Competition

A one-day Expo pass (with the option to upgrade to both days)

Access to a dynamic community of healthcare and business professionals

Opportunities to build your network and gain visibility

Why Attend:This summit is a chance to build meaningful connections, get inspired, and take your business to the next level. Attendees will learn from experienced professionals, gain exposure, and compete for valuable resources.
Hosted by Dr. Lendra James, the Health & Wealth Expo: Live Summit is coming to New Jersey on May 15–16, 2025.
To learn more and register, visit: healthandwealthexpolive.com

In-Person Training: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
2025-05-15 17:00 - 19:30 | Generations Family Success Center, 205 High Street, Mt. Holly, New Jersey, 08060
Are you ready to take the first step toward turning your business idea into reality? LAEDA is offering a free workshop designed for aspiring entrepreneurs just like you!
Our Introduction to Entrepreneurship course will guide you through the key factors you need to know before starting your journey, including:
-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 launch
This is an in-person event.

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BACC Beyond Bricks & Mortar-The Future of Business
2025-05-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Deerfield Elks Lodge, 642 Garton Road, Bridgeton, NJ, United States
Join Us for a Business Networking Event!
Register by May 16 | Only $25 to Attend
Whether you’re running a home-based business, managing a traditional company, or just exploring new opportunities, this event is for you!
Open to all businesses, Chamber members, and the public
Reserve a display table (limited availability)
Hear expert tips from LAEDA and the Small Business Development Center at Stockton
Connect with local professionals
Enjoy food, soft drinks & a cash bar
Don’t miss this chance to grow your network and gain valuable business insights!
Reserve your spot today!
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¡Únete a Nuestro Evento de Networking Empresarial!
Regístrate antes del 16 de mayo | Solo $25 por asistir
Ya sea que tengas un negocio desde casa, una empresa tradicional o simplemente estés explorando nuevas oportunidades, ¡este evento es para ti!
Abierto a todas las empresas, miembros de la Cámara y al público en general
Reserva una mesa de exhibición (espacios limitados)
Escucha consejos de expertos de LAEDA y del Centro de Desarrollo de Pequeñas Empresas de Stockton
Conecta con profesionales locales
Disfruta de comida, refrescos y un bar con bebidas alcohólicas (pago en efectivo)
¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad para hacer crecer tu red de contactos y obtener información valiosa para tu negocio!
¡Reserva tu lugar hoy mismo!

Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 2: Creating a Plan of Action- Business Plan I
2025-05-20 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.

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Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 3: Creating a Plan of Action- Business Plan II
2025-05-27 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.

Register Today!

In-Person: Night Two for UEZ Business Training Series-Digital Marketing
2025-05-29 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sheppard House, 31 W Commerce Street, Bridgeton, NJ, 08302, United States

Virtual Series: Quick Start Series Night 4: Getting the Word Out- Marketing Your Business
2025-06-03 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.

Register Today!

NJBAC South Jersey Export Webinar Series: Introduction To Exporting
2025-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Online
An accessible and interactive presentation highlighting the benefits of exporting and how to get started with existing local resources to stay globally competitive. Learn how to conduct international market research, start your export plan, and assess your company’s export readiness.

Webinar Speakers-From The Office Of Export Promotion:
William Spear, Manager, Office of Export Promotion over 30 years of International Business Experience
Sophie Werner, International Business Advocate, Certified Global Business Professional by The National Association of Small Business International Trade Educators

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The State of New Jersey: NJ Pathways Business Forum
2025-06-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Rutgers University, Livingston Campus, Livingston Student Center, Piscataway, New Jersey
New Jersey’s Gateway to Access and Opportunity
Learn from experts how to navigate public and private procurement at this landmark event.
This is where you need to be to push your business forward.

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Truist Bank: Becoming a Homeowner
2025-06-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Truist Camden Branch, 1 Market St Suite 2B, Camden, NJ, 08102, United States
Join us for Becoming a homeowner, part of the Bank on your success program at Truist. Let’s talk homeownership together.
Description:
In this course, you’ll learn key steps to homeownership and the mortgage process, finding the right home for your budget, and the advantages of buying a home. We’ll also provide valuable takeaway resources to help you on your journey to homeownership.
Agenda:
-Is homeownership right for you?
-Budgeting and savings strategies.
-Planning for homeownership.
-Navigating the mortgage process.
Please call 856-225-0163 or email Sonya.Ramirez@Truist.com to RSVP

Black Artisan & Farmers' Market
2025-06-21 10:00 - 14:00 | The Cultural Collective & BrickNKulture, 65 N Broad St, Woodbury, New Jersey, 08096
Join us for a dynamic gathering where LAEDA (Latin American Economic Development Association) will be in attendance! We are also proud to highlight The Cultural Collective Café & BrickNKulture Event Space, a thriving business is our alumnus of our Nine-Week Business Training Program.
About the Event:
The Cultural Collective Cafe & BrickNKulture Event Space is back with our 4th Annual Black Artisan & Farmers’ Market. Our Market provides a community that supports & values the opportunity for individuals that are Makers, Creatives, and for those that eat the food that they grow.
This space supports Black local Growers, Makers, Creatives and Entrepreneurs!
🧡 If interested in being a Vender, Apply HERE! FARMERS MARKET APPLICATION!
The Black Farmers & Artisan Market is Rain or Shine.
**This Event IS FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!**
We would love for you to come on down to the Market and meet the Makers & growers and see what they have to offer.

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In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series Unit 1- Intro- Product Development and Production Process
2025-06-24 18:00 - 20:30 | LAEDA Training 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.

Register Today!

In-Person: Night Three for UEZ Business Training Series- Business Planning Workshop
2025-06-26 18:00 - 20:00 | The Sheppard House, 31 W Commerce Street, Bridgeton, NJ, 08302, United States
