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SUMMARY:NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave: What Employers and Human Resources Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Now more than ever\, employees need time to give and receive care. \nDuring a virtual meeting on Wednesday\, April 21\, of the Somerset County Business Partnership’s HR Roundtable\, program experts from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development will talk about NJ Paid Family and Medical Leave\, including what employers are covered under the law\, who is eligible for benefits\, and for what circumstances an employee can take leave\, such as those related to COVID-19. Participants also will learn about their role in the application process and how to help employees apply for the right benefits. In addition\, participants will learn how job protection aligns with NJ Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits. \nThe presenters are Andrea Jensen and Taisha Rogers\, claims examiners from the New Jersey Division of Temporary Disability and Family Leave Insurance. The meeting/webinar begins at 9 a.m.\, and is free for all interested employers to attend. Go to the SCBP’s calendar page and click on the April 21 entry for NJ Paid Family & Medical Leave webinar. \nSCBP’s HR Roundtable provides a resource to obtain information from people who specialize in the Human Resource arena. The group consists of individuals who have primary responsibility for hiring\, firing\, providing day to day direction to employees and are responsible to address any employee conflict or inquiries by government agencies. Health and Welfare Benefits is also an area in which the HR Roundtable provides discussion and direction.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/nj-paid-family-medical-leave-what-employers-and-human-resources-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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SUMMARY:Business Presentation: Your Guide to Personal Branding
DESCRIPTION:The Jewish Federation of Somerset\, Hunterdon & Warren Counties Business Network Group is hosting “Your Guide to Personal Branding: Mastering the Digital Landscape\,” Zoom event at 11:30 a.m. Thursday\, April 22. \nThe virtual event will be presented by Lila Schneider of Let’s B Media Creative Marketing Services.  o Participants will leave with a personal branding worksheet\, ideas for social media communications\, and a “How-to’s & tips” worksheet on digital landscape. \nThe cost to attend is $18; the couvert goes towards the Federation’s humanitarian services. \nRegister at http://jfedshaw.org/bng.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/4243/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T183803Z
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SUMMARY:Workforce Development Challenges and Changes Due to COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:North Jersey Partners\, a workforce and economic collaborative to which The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board belongs\, received funding from the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development to perform a workforce focused survey of small businesses and a series of listening sessions during the pandemic. Rutgers University\, Bloustein School of Public Policy and Employers Association of New Jersey are study co-authors. \nThe results of the study will be presented by the co-authors at the Together North Jersey Institute webinar\, Workforce Development Challenges and Changes Due to COVID-19\, being presented on Wednesday\, June 16\, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \nTogether North Jersey (TNJ) is a consortium of partners working to make the region more competitive\, efficient\, livable\, and resilient through collaboration\, technical assistance\, and peer-exchange opportunities. TNJ planning region consists of the 13 counties in the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) planning area: Bergen\, Essex\, Hudson\, Hunterdon\, Middlesex\, Monmouth\, Morris\, Ocean\, Passaic\, Somerset\, Sussex\, Union and Warren. \nRegister for the link by going to http://shorturl.at/ruvyP. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workforce-development-challenges-and-changes-due-to-covid-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T222955Z
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SUMMARY:New Jersey Cannabis Industry Information Session and Job Fair at RVCC
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the New Jersey Cannabis Industry Information Session and Job Fair being conducted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday\, July 20\, at the Workforce Training Center at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg. \nThe event\, presented by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, starts with a 10 a.m. presentation about the cannabis industry and job training opportunities from NJ Cannabis Certified; no registration is needed. Then staff from Verano\, a growing facility in Whitehouse\, will conduct interviews from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are looking to fill Grow Specialist and Packing Specialist positions. Registration is recommended for timed interviews but walk-ins will be accommodated. \nTo register for the Job Fair\, use the QR code in the flyer or this link: https://bit.ly/3qNvoE2. After registration\, participants will be sent a time for their in-person interview. \nMore information is on the flyer. Feel free to contact Paul Grzella at grzella@co.somerset.nj.us with questions.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/new-jersey-cannabis-industry-information-session-and-job-fair-at-rvcc/
LOCATION:Raritan Valley Community College Workforce Training Center\, 118 Lamington Road\, Branchburg\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Career Fair,Recruitment Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210923T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T220515Z
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SUMMARY:Hiring People With Disabilities: What Employers Need to Know - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:A webinar\, “Hiring People With Disabilities: What Employers Need to Know\,” will be conducted from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Friday\, Sept. 24. \nThe event\, featuring participation from a host of state\, county and local labor\, business and service organizations\, will run from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Friday\, Sept. 24. \nClick on the registration link in the flyer\, or go to this Zoom registration link. \nThe event is presented by the New Jersey Business & Industry Association.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/hiring-people-with-disabilities-what-employers-need-to-know-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220406T174242Z
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SUMMARY:Women in the Workforce: Navigating Success in the Evolving Workplace
DESCRIPTION:The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber is hosting “Women in the Workforce: Navigating Success in the Evolving Workplace\,” on April 27  from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Mercer Oaks Catering\, 725 Village Road West\, Princeton Junction. \nThe morning of networking and discussion will feature several  speakers addressing achieving success in the current landscape.  Topics for discussion include: Retaining talent; Inspiring new employees; Focusing on flexibility; Transitioning back to the office; Addressing remote work; Mentoring/Sponsoring remote workers; Maintaining your footing; and Change management. \nThe cost to attend is $50 for members\, $60 for non-members. \nFor more information or to register\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/women-in-the-workforce-navigating-success-in-the-evolving-workplace/
LOCATION:Mercer Oaks Catering\, 725 Village Road West\,\, Princeton Junction\, NJ\, 08550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20220610T161322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T200308Z
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SUMMARY:NJ BAC 'N' Business
DESCRIPTION:A representative from the NJ Business Action (NJ BAC) will talk about how NJ BAC can assist small businesses during a webinar being conducted from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday\, June 29. \nDuring NJ BAC ‘N’ Business\, Donald Newman\, NJ BAC manager of Small Business Advocacy\, will discuss how the organizations can help plan\, start\, operate or grow  a New Jersey business. \nThe event is presented by the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity and NJ BAC. To register\, use the QR code in this flyer or go to  https://bit.ly/3H72SFG. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/nj-bac-n-business/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20220812T171445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T171445Z
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SUMMARY:Hiring People with Disabilities: On the Job Training Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Business & Industry Association is sponsoring a webinar for employers\, Hiring People with Disabilities: On-the-Job Training for Individuals with Disabilities\, from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday\, Aug. 18. \nDuring the event\, participants will discuss the benefits and process of hiring and training individuals with disabilities and how they can help companies thrive. Attendees will hear from 3 panels of employers\, job coaches and employees with disabilities as they share their success stories on navigating on-the-job training. \nThe event will also feature information on resources available to employees and employers through the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development. \nAll employers are invited to attend this free event. Register here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/hiring-people-with-disabilities-on-the-job-training-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220824T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T224225Z
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SUMMARY:Champion Your Employee Brand as a Recruitment Strategy: Free Employer Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Why would someone work for your organization? \nThe free employer webinar\, Champion Your Employee Brand as a Recruitment Strategy\, will help participants answer this question\, and many others related to hiring. The webinar will be offered from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday\, Aug. 24\, and all employers from Hunterdon and Somerset counties are invited to attend. \nThe Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, working with business and management consultant John Aramini\, is hosting this free recruitment strategy webinar. Participants will leave the session understanding the employee experience as a component of their brand description with practical ideas to integrate it into the employee recruitment and selection process. \nTo register\, use this link\, https://bit.ly/3S5WIup\, or the QR code in this flyer. The event link will be provided to registrants upon completion of the RSVP. \nFor questions\, contact GRWDB Director Paul Grzella at 908-541-5790 or email\, info@thegrwdb.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/championing-your-employee-brand-as-a-recruitment-strategy-free-employer-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20220829T182938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T182938Z
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SUMMARY:Resources for Growth Small Business Event
DESCRIPTION:A free event focusing on Resources for Growth for Small Businesses will be presented from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday\, Sept. 21\,  at Rowan College at Burlington County\, 900 College Circle\, Mount Laurel Township\, NJ 08054. \nNJ’s Secretary of State\, the Honorable Tahesha Way\, and Melanie Willoughby\, the executive director of the New Jersey Business Action Center\, will talk about the many programs and services that are available to help small businesses grow and thrive in New Jersey. \nIn addition\, participants will be able to meet one-on-one with representatives of the state agencies involved including the New Jersey Business Action Center\, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority\, Department of Labor and Workforce Development\, Department of the Treasury\, the State Library\, Board of Public Utilities\, Small Business Development Center and others. \nAll businesses are invited to the event\, which is free. This program is hosted and organized by the New Jersey Business Action Center\, the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce\, and the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey. \nTo register\, go here. \nFor more information on New Jersey Business Action services and publications\, go here. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/resources-for-growth-small-business-event/
LOCATION:Rowan College at Burlington County\, 900 College Circle\, Mount Laurel\, NJ\, 08054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T150000
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CREATED:20221014T220034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T220034Z
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SUMMARY:Union County WOMEN Mean Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:“Lessons in Leadership” is the theme of the Union County WOMEN Mean Business Summit being conducted from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday\, Oct. 25\, at Galloping Hill Golf Course\, 3 Golf Drive\, Kenilworth. \nJudith Persichilli\, the N.J. Department of Health commissioner\, is the keynote speaker for this “working women’s” summit. \nTickets are $55.  Register by using the QR code in this flyer. \nThis is the first time the summit has been conducted in person since 2019.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/union-county-women-mean-business-summit/
LOCATION:Galloping Hill Golf Course\, 3 Golf Drive\, Kenilworth\, NJ\, 07033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T123032Z
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SUMMARY:Resources for Growth for Businesses in Somerset County
DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Business Action and Somerset County are hosting a Small Business Resource Event at Raritan Valley Community College’s Conference Center in Branchburg from 2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday\, March 8. \nAttendees will be able to connect and network one-on-one with dozens of government agencies as well as technical assistance providers and lenders. This includes help with finance\, government contracting and business certifications. State and local resource providers\, including Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board\, will be available with information. \nGo to this Eventbrite link to register; this is not required. For more information\, email jpaolini@co.somerset.nj.us.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/resources-for-growth-for-businesses-in-somerset-county/
LOCATION:Raritan Valley Community College Event Center\, 118 Lamington Road\, Branchburg\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T214347Z
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SUMMARY:SBDC Kean University Workshop on Selling to the Federal Government
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Government is the largest buyer of goods and services in the world. \nThe government’s 8a certification program is designed to assist small businesses which are socially or economically disadvantaged to better compete and win federal contracts. \nFind out more at a workshop\, “Selling to the Federal Government\,” being hosted from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Thursday\, March 23 at the SBDC Kean  University\, 1011 Morris Ave.\, Hynes Hall\, Room #102\, Union. \nRegister with the QR code in this flyer or go here to register.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/sbdc-kean-university-workshop-on-selling-to-the-federal-government/
LOCATION:Kean SBDC\, 1011 Morris Ave.\, Hynes Hall\, Union\, NJ\, 07083\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230206T201055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T201055Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Showcase set in Atlantic City
DESCRIPTION:The Construction Showcase on March 30 will feature more than 50 of the best-trained 4th-year union carpenter apprentices in a live competition of hands-on trade and technical career skills during a day-long challenge at the Atlantic City Convention Center. Attendees will feel the excitement as competitors work against the clock and each other in contests to test their knowledge\, skills\, and endurance. \nThe showcase\, hosted by the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters\, the Carpenters Contractor Trust and EAS Training Funds\, will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.in Hall B of the convention center. \nTo register to attend for free\, go to https://theconstructionshowcase.com/registration. Registration will give attendees access to the competition floor and exhibition hall and to receive information about signing up for workshops. \nTo become a sponsor at the event\, go to https://theconstructionshowcase.com/sponsorships. There are many different sponsorship opportunities available. \nTo become an event exhibitor\, go to https://theconstructionshowcase.com.exhibitors. Exhibitors will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with thousands of potential skilled tradesmen\, vendors\, and business partners\, while showcasing products and networking.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/construction-showcase-set-in-atlantic-city/
LOCATION:Atlantic City Convention Center\, Hall B\, 1 Convention Blvd\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T222121Z
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SUMMARY:NJBDA Smart Ports Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Big Data Alliance\, in partnership with New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)\, will host a virtual workshop on Tuesday\, April 4\, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. \nThe event\, supported by the U.S. Economic Development Administration\, will offer attendees the opportunity to learn about the benefits and innovations in the port system. \nSpeakers are to include: Beth Rooney\, Port Director at The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey; Dennis Monts\, Chief Operations Officer for Advent eModal; and Anne Strauss-Wieder\, Director\, Freight Planning\, at North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority. \nGo here to register for the free workshop.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/njbda-smart-ports-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T181700Z
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SUMMARY:Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employee Training Needs
DESCRIPTION:Employers are invited to attend a webinar at 10 a.m. Friday\, April 14\, to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. \nSkillUp Greater Raritan using Metrix Learning® is a learning management system with more than 6\,000 courses that can be used for internal employee assessment and upskilling. Employers can choose from preset tracks or customize courses based on their department needs. \nThis includes: \n\nNew Hires – Onboarding standards\nCareer Ascendancy – Identify skills for promotion\nManagers/Supervisors – Skill development for managers\, new and old\nTechnology Training – Ensure staff are familiar with current best practices.\n\nEmployers can have individuals or cohorts trained. As part of the program\, employers can keep track of employee course progress with reports on accesses\, course completions\, and training hours. \nThis service is free to employers\, covered through grant programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Learn more during a webinar at 10 a.m. Friday\, April 14. To participate\, go to https://meet.goto.com/153330053. \nFor details or to get started\, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/using-skillup-greater-raritan-for-employee-training-needs/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230508T221542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T221819Z
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SUMMARY:Workforce Wednesdays: Small Business Month Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In the next episode of its free Workforce Wednesday workshop series\, the Middlesex County Office of Workforce Development and Career Opportunity will recognize Small Business Month by hosting local Middlesex County Small Business Owners on Wednesday\, May 17\, at 11 a.m. via Zoom. \nThe workshop’s panel discussion will include Doug Schneider\, owner of several New Brunswick restaurants\, and Vinnie Brand\, owner of The Stress Factory comedy clubs. They will focus on How business owners are addressing their hiring challenges\, needs\, and vision for the future of their employee workforce. The featured guests will talk about what they are looking for in potential candidates and how they approach employee retention.  \nTo register for this free Workforce Wednesdays workshop\, click here or scan the QR code in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workforce-wednesdays-small-business-month-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230523T225407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T225407Z
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SUMMARY:Veteran Small Business Certification - Free
DESCRIPTION:During the 2nd Annual Veteran & Disabled Veterans Summit at Fairleigh Dickinson on Thursday\, May 25\, business owners may get their Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert). \nThis complimentary service from the New Jersey SBDC will be available from 12 to 3 p.m. at FDU’s Ferguson Recreation Center\, 285 Madison Ave.\, Madison. \nVeteran-owned small businesses can use this application to be certified by SBA to compete for federal contracts. Certified veteran-owned small businesses (VOSBs) will have the opportunity to pursue sole-source and set-aside contracts at the Department of Veterans Affairs under the VA’s Vets First program. Certified service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) will have the opportunity to compete for federal sole-source and set-aside contracts across the federal government.\n\nThe summit is presented by the NJSBDC at FDU\, Morris County Economic Development Corporation\, and Morris County Economic Development Alliance an Initiative of Start-Up Move Up Morris.\n\nPre-registration is recommended but not required.  To register\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/veteran-small-business-certification-free/
LOCATION:Fairleigh Dickinson University – Ferguson Recreation Center\, 285 Madison Ave.\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230531T222506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T222506Z
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SUMMARY:Equity in Infrastructure in New Jersey: Presentation by USDOL Women's Bureau
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Labor Women’s Bureau\, Northeast Region\, will present Advancing Women and People of Color in New Jersey: Equity in Infrastructure\, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday\, June 15. \nThe webinar will focus on promising practices to advance equity for women in the trades in the Garden State. Participants will learn strategies to recruit\, retain\, and improve job-site culture. \nNew Jersey contractors\, apprenticeship coordinators\, labor leaders\, community-based organizations\, and other interested workforce system partners are invited to attend. To register\, go here. \nThis webinar is presented by the Women’s Bureau in collaboration with the Office of Apprenticeship. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/equity-in-infrastructure-in-new-jersey-presentation-by-usdol-womens-bureau/
LOCATION:Webex
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230816T202921Z
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SUMMARY:Resources for Employers
DESCRIPTION:New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) is hosting a webinar at noon\, August 23\, for employers to learn about resources that can be used to pay for employee training and postsecondary degrees. \nNJ State Higher Education Financial Aid can complement existing benefits packages. \nGo here to register for this webinar.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/resources-for-employers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230811T222909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T222909Z
UID:9625-1695801600-1695834000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:New Jersey Women Business Leaders Forum
DESCRIPTION:The gender pay gap hasn’t closed much in the past two decades. In 2022\, women earned only 82% of what men earned\, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of median hourly workers of both full-time and part-time workers. Twenty years ago\, that figure was almost the same at 80%.  \nHowever\, the wage gap is narrowing considerably for younger women and that bodes well for the future. Last year\, women ages 25 to 34 earned an average of 92 cents for every dollar earned by a man in the same age group – a gap of 8 cents instead of the average 18 cents for women of all ages.  \nEducated women entering the workforce today increasingly resist the discriminatory practices that pushed many of their mothers and grandmothers into underpaying occupations generations before. Confident women who are unafraid to negotiate for higher salaries can close the wage gap even more.  \nAt the New Jersey Women Business Leaders Forum\, powered by NJBIA\, Sept. 27-28\, experts in career development\, HR and law will discuss strategies for effective salary negotiations\, signing bonuses and other tips that enable professionals to be paid salaries commensurate with their education\, skills and experience without regard to gender.  \nThe event will be conducted at Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott\, 1 Hotel Rd\, Newark\, NJ 07114. \nThe conference fee is Member – $350; Non-Member – $450. \nFor registration information and sponsorship opportunities\, go to NJBIA’s website at  www.njbia.org/events/wblf2023. 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/new-jersey-women-business-leaders-forum/
LOCATION:Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott\, 1 Hotel Road\, Newark\, NJ\, 07114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230811T222909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T222938Z
UID:9628-1695888000-1695920400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:New Jersey Women Business Leaders Forum
DESCRIPTION:The gender pay gap hasn’t closed much in the past two decades. In 2022\, women earned only 82% of what men earned\, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of median hourly workers of both full-time and part-time workers. Twenty years ago\, that figure was almost the same at 80%.  \nHowever\, the wage gap is narrowing considerably for younger women and that bodes well for the future. Last year\, women ages 25 to 34 earned an average of 92 cents for every dollar earned by a man in the same age group – a gap of 8 cents instead of the average 18 cents for women of all ages.  \nEducated women entering the workforce today increasingly resist the discriminatory practices that pushed many of their mothers and grandmothers into underpaying occupations generations before. Confident women who are unafraid to negotiate for higher salaries can close the wage gap even more.  \nAt the New Jersey Women Business Leaders Forum\, powered by NJBIA\, Sept. 27-28\, experts in career development\, HR and law will discuss strategies for effective salary negotiations\, signing bonuses and other tips that enable professionals to be paid salaries commensurate with their education\, skills and experience without regard to gender.  \nThe event will be conducted at Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott\, 1 Hotel Rd\, Newark\, NJ 07114. \nThe conference fee is Member – $350; Non-Member – $450. \nFor registration information and sponsorship opportunities\, go to NJBIA’s website at  www.njbia.org/events/wblf2023. 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/new-jersey-women-business-leaders-forum-2/
LOCATION:Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott\, 1 Hotel Road\, Newark\, NJ\, 07114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231020
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230301T230350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T230950Z
UID:8750-1697587200-1697759999@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:GSETA 40th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 40th Annual Conference of the Garden State Employment and Training Association will be conducted on October 18 and 19\, 2023\, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. \nThe theme is “Empower\, Innovate\, Lead\,” and registration will open on May 15. The event will feature numerous breakout sessions and presentations with representatives from the New Jersey Department of Labor and New Jersey workforce development professionals. \nMore information on becoming a conference sponsor\, with packages starting at $1\,500.00\, is available here. \nSpeakers are also wanted for the event. Speakers are provided food and housing for the duration of the conference. \nFor more information\, contact Samantha Pfeiffer at info.gsetatraining@gmail.com. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/gseta-40th-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Hard Rock Hotel and Casino\, 1000 Boardwalk\, Atlantic City\, NJ\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20231013T212214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T212309Z
UID:10135-1697884200-1697891400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Workshop for Entrepreneurs with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? \nDuring a two-part workshop\, SCORE business experts will you lead you through the key aspects of your business idea to help ensure success. The workshops will be conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday\, October 21 and October 28\, at the Warren Township Library\, 42 Mountain Blvd. Warren. \nFor more information or to register\, use the QR code in this flyer\, call 908-458-8453 or register in person at the library.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workshop-for-entrepreneurs-with-score/
LOCATION:SCLSNJ’s Warren Twp. Library branch\, 42 Mountain Blvd\, Warren\, NJ\, 07059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20231013T212214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T212355Z
UID:10138-1698489000-1698496200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Workshop for Entrepreneurs with SCORE
DESCRIPTION:Ready to turn your business idea into a reality? \nDuring a two-part workshop\, SCORE business experts will you lead you through the key aspects of your business idea to help ensure success. The workshops will be conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday\, October 21 and October 28\, at the Warren Township Library\, 42 Mountain Blvd. Warren. \nFor more information or to register\, use the QR code in this flyer\, call 908-458-8453 or register in person at the library.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workshop-for-entrepreneurs-with-score-2/
LOCATION:SCLSNJ’s Warren Twp. Library branch\, 42 Mountain Blvd\, Warren\, NJ\, 07059\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T212518Z
UID:10153-1698926400-1698930000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employee Training Needs
DESCRIPTION:Employers are invited to attend a webinar at 12 p.m. Thursday\, Nov. 2\, to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. During the session\, a Hunterdon County employer will share his experiences using the platform for training. \nSkillUp Greater Raritan using Metrix Learning® is a learning management system with more than 6\,000 courses that can be used for internal employee assessment and upskilling. Employers can choose from preset tracks or customize courses based on their department needs. Employers in Hunterdon and Somerset counties are using the platform for: \n\nNew Hires – Onboarding standards\nCareer Ascendancy – Identify skills for promotion\nManagers/Supervisors – Skill development for managers\, new and old\nTechnology Training – Ensure staff are familiar with current best practices.\n\nEmployers can have individuals or cohorts trained. As part of the program\, employers can keep track of employee course progress with reports on accesses\, course completions\, and training hours. \nThis service is free to employers\, covered through grant programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Learn more during a webinar at 12 p.m. Thursday\, Nov. 2. To participate\, go to https://meet.goto.com/935313461. \nFor details or to get started\, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/using-skillup-greater-raritan-for-employee-training-needs-2/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20231030T221335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T221340Z
UID:10191-1700046000-1700049600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Workforce Wednesdays Workshops: Registered Apprenticeships with Daniel Correnti
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week\, the Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development is hosting a Workforce Wednesday Workshop on Registered Apprenticeships at 11 a.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 15. \nThis webinar is designed to give individuals and business employers an overview of Registered Apprenticeship; an industry-driven\, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce\, and individuals can obtain paid work experience\, receive progressive wage increases\, classroom instruction\, and a portable\, nationally recognized credential. \nThe workshop presenter is Daniel Correnti\, a project manager for Business Engagement and Sector Strategies\, which includes the areas of Apprenticeship\, Business Services\, and Industry Partnerships. \nTo register\, scan the QR code in this flyer or click here. \nFor information about this and other upcoming events\, along with other job seeker or employer services\, call the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity at 732-745-3955.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/workforce-wednesdays-workshops-registered-apprenticeships-with-daniel-correnti/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T212841Z
UID:10226-1700132400-1700135100@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employee Training Needs
DESCRIPTION:Employers are invited to attend a webinar at 11 a.m. Thursday\, Nov. 16\, to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. During the session\, examples of how local employers are using the platform for training will be shared. \nSkillUp Greater Raritan using Metrix Learning® is a learning management system with more than 7\,000 courses that can be used for internal employee assessment and upskilling. Employers can choose from preset tracks or customize courses based on their department needs. Employers in Hunterdon and Somerset counties are using the platform for: \n\nNew Hires – Onboarding standards\nCareer Ascendancy – Identify skills for promotion\nManagers/Supervisors – Skill development for managers\, new and old\nTechnology Training – Ensure staff are familiar with current best practices.\n\nEmployers can have individuals or cohorts trained. As part of the program\, employers can keep track of employee course progress with reports on accesses\, course completions\, and training hours. \nThis service is free to employers\, covered through grant programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. To participate in the Nov. 16 webinar\, go to https://meet.goto.com/355769917. \nFor details or to get started\, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/using-skillup-greater-raritan-for-employee-training-needs-2-2/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T213206Z
UID:10342-1704970800-1704973500@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employee Training Needs
DESCRIPTION:During the first quarter of 2024\, employers are invited to attend a series of webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be utilized to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions will be conducted at 11 a.m. on the second Thursday of the month – on Jan. 11\, Feb. 8 and March 14\, 2024. During each session\, examples of how local employers are using the platform for training will be shared. \nSkillUp Greater Raritan using Metrix Learning® is a learning management system with more than 7\,000 courses that can be used for internal employee assessment and upskilling. Employers can choose from preset tracks or customize courses based on their department needs. Employers in Hunterdon and Somerset counties are using the platform for: \n\nNew Hires – Onboarding standards\nCareer Ascendancy – Identify skills for promotion\nManagers/Supervisors – Skill development for managers\, new and old\nTechnology Training – Ensure staff are familiar with current best practices.\n\nEmployers can have individuals or cohorts trained. As part of the program\, employers can keep track of employee course progress with reports on accesses\, course completions\, and training hours. \nThis service is free to employers\, covered through grant programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. To participate in any one of the webinars\, go to https://meet.goto.com/510433933 \nFor details or to get started\, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/using-skillup-greater-raritan-for-employee-training-needs-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150234
CREATED:20230816T202921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T172028Z
UID:10615-1706097600-1706101200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Resources for Employers to Pay for Employee Training and Degrees
DESCRIPTION:New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) is hosting a webinar at noon on Wednesday\, January 24\, for employers to learn about resources that can be used to pay for employee training and postsecondary degrees. \nNJ State Higher Education Financial Aid can complement existing benefits packages. \nGo here to register for this webinar.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/resources-for-employers-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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