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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
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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
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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:20260406T164727
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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/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T120000
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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
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230615T130000
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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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T202921Z
UID:9630-1692792000-1692795600@www.thegrwdb.org
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:20260406T164727
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T170000
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T212518Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20231030T221335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T221340Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
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/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
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/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T213258Z
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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-2-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20240216T221719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T221745Z
UID:10942-1709038800-1709042400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:NJBIZ WorkPlace Trends Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:What is the latest thinking on the efficacy and desirability of remote and hybrid work models? \nOther than remote work\, should employers consider flexible scheduling or other alternative arrangements? \nHow can businesses prioritize the mental and physical wellbeing of their employees? \nThese and many other questions will be discussed during a NJBIZ WorkPlace Trends Panel Discussion at 1 p.m. Tuesday\, February 27. Panelists are Swarna Rallabandi\, Head of Human Resources – North America for Dr Reddy’s Laboratories\, and Jennifer L. Smith\, CEO/President of Growth Potential Consulting. \nGo here for more information and to register. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/10942/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20230816T202921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T233852Z
UID:10997-1709121600-1709125200@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\, February 28\, 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-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20240212T202134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T202134Z
UID:10873-1709229600-1709240400@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Connecting NJ Manufacturers To Employees\, Clients and Contracts
DESCRIPTION:The “Best Practice” processes and procedures the U.S. Navy has developed to link employers to employees in today’s competitive employment environment are the subject of an upcoming free dinner and presentation sponsored by the NJTMA in conjunction with NJSBDC and TMG\, Inc. \nThe program will be conducted from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday\, February 29\, at the Galloping Hill Golf Club at 3 Golf Drive in Kenilworth. \nThe U.S. Navy Talent Pipeline Program is metrics driven\, and has been used successfully in Pennsylvania\, Virginia\, New England and New York. The program is now being introduced to the New Jersey manufacturing community. \nThis event is geared exclusively to NJ-based small to medium-sized manufacturers and is open to NJTMA members and non-members alike\, and attendees do not have to currently be doing Department of Defense (DoD) business to attend. \nAttendees will get ideas on how to attract new talent into their companies\, while also learning how to get involved in the U.S. Navy Talent Pipeline Program and possibly start doing business with the Navy or the DoD in general. \nTo register\, go here. \nFor more information\, visit https://www.njtma.org/.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/connecting-nj-manufacturers-to-employees-clients-and-contracts/
LOCATION:Galloping Hill Golf Course\, 3 Golf Drive\, Kenilworth\, NJ\, 07033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20240216T222504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T222504Z
UID:10945-1709798400-1709805600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Hunterdon County Business Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce is presenting its Hunterdon Business Awards event at 8 a.m. Thursday\, March 7\, at the Copper Hill Golf and Country Club in Ringoes. \nThis annual event\, hosted by the Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce\, honors the Hunterdon County Business of the Year\, Entrepreneur of the Year\, Good Neighbor\, Woman Business & Community Leader\, Governmental Service Award\, Tourism Award\, Special Recognitions\, and the Amazing Kids in Business. \n“The Annual Awards Breakfast is a chance to acknowledge the best of the best here in Hunterdon County.  The winners exemplify the ideal in business practices and achievement\,” said Chris Phelan\, chamber president. \nFor more information and to register\, go here. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/hunterdon-county-business-awards/
LOCATION:Copper Hill Golf and Country Club\, 100 Copper Hill Road\, Ringoes\, NJ\, 08551\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T213332Z
UID:10345-1710414000-1710416700@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-2-2-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20240220T234621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T234633Z
UID:10973-1710928800-1710936000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:WIC/Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you a grower with less than five acres? And are you interested in accepted WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) vouchers? \nGet information for the 2024 season by joining an online webinar from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesday\, March 20. \nRegister by using the QR code in this flyer or by going to https://go.rutgers.edu/aowkwyOw.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/wic-senior-farmers-market-nutrition-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20240325T224808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T225631Z
UID:11181-1712232000-1712235600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Webinar on Healthcare Registered Apprenticeship Program for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The Hunterdon County-based Hand in Hand Healthcare Solutions\, LLC is the recipient of the GAINS Grant from New Jersey’s Department of Labor to support Registered Apprenticeships in Healthcare. These include CHW\, CNA and CMA positions. The company can help New Jersey healthcare businesses develop and register a customized program with the U.S. Department of Labor.  Funding up to $11\,000 per Apprentice is available to support training and salary\, allowing businesses to source talents locally and impact the local community. \nTo learn more\, representatives of healthcare businesses are invited to take part in a webinar at 12 p.m. Thursday\, April 4\, presented by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board. Use the link in this flyer to join\, or go to https://meet.goto.com/592003301. \nVisit www.handinhandhealthcaresolutions.com.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/webinar-on-registered-apprenticeship-program-for-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T223446Z
UID:11084-1712833200-1712835900@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employee Training Needs
DESCRIPTION: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 are conducted at 11 a.m. on the second Thursday of the month – on April 11\, May 9 and June 13\, 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-2-2-2-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20240417T184954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T184954Z
UID:11455-1713960000-1713963600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Resources for Employers to Pay for Training and Degrees
DESCRIPTION:New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) is hosting a webinar at noon on Wednesday\, April 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-to-pay-for-training-and-degrees/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20230601T152726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T174755Z
UID:9371-1714464000-1714474800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Hunterdon Chamber Workshop: Resources for Business Expansion
DESCRIPTION:Resources for business expansion and start-up capital will be explored during a Meet Your Local Bankers event running from 8 to 11 a.m. Tuesday\, April 30\, at the Unity Bank Center for Business and Entrepreneurship\, 119 Main St.\, Flemington. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe program will begin with brief presentations on financing through Unity Bank\, NJEDA\, USDA Rural Development and UCEDC. A representative from SCORE Central Jersey also will speak about free mentorship offered at the Unity Bank Center for Business and Entrepreneurship. \nAttendees also will have the opportunity to visit more than 10 exhibiting lenders. \nFor more information\, visit www.hunterdonchamberg.org or call 908-782-7115. \nTo register\, go to https://bit.ly/2024financeyourbusiness. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/njeda-small-business-grant-application-workshop/
LOCATION:Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce Center for Business & Entrepreneurship\, 119 Main St.\, Flemington\, NJ\, 08812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164727
CREATED:20240424T224840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T224840Z
UID:11494-1715169600-1715173200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:NJDOL Employer Lunch and Learn: Labor Market Information
DESCRIPTION:The New Jersey Department of Labor’s Lunch and Learn Information Session on Wednesday\, May 8\, from 12 to 1 p.m. will focus on Labor Market Information. Participants will take a dive into the every-changing labor market in New Jersey and learn about resources that can help navigate the data waters. \nThe event will be held on MS Teams. \nTo join Online\, click on Join the meeting now; Meeting ID: 269 055 340 207; Passcode: PJuuLm..\nBy phone: 856-338-7074; ID: 565 097 856#.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/njdol-employer-lunch-and-learn-labor-market-information/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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