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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:20260406T193434
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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/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T213258Z
UID:10344-1707390000-1707392700@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-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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:20260406T193434
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/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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:20260406T193434
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
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:20260406T193434
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:20260406T193434
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T223321Z
UID:11090-1715252400-1715255100@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-2-2-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240509T210123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T210123Z
UID:11599-1716197400-1716222600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:N.J. State-of-the-State Manufacturing Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 State-of-the-State of Manufacturing Summit in Trenton will bring together hundreds of N.J. manufacturing industry leaders\, state legislators\, and businesses executives for discussions on the industry’s most critical issues. \nThis is a chance for manufacturers to explain their challenges and for the Legislature to present their goals and solutions for the year ahead and beyond. \nThis event\, part of the Manufacturing Counts initiative\, is now being run by the NJBIA. A collaborative effort with NJMEP\, its goal is to assist the manufacturing community and the broader business landscape in New Jersey\, resulting in a prosperous business ecosystem in New Jersey. \nThis year’s event will start with a Hill Day at the NJ State Capitol at 9:30 a.m. and finish with a networking event at Cooper’s Riverview\, Trenton. NJBIA’s policy team will manage the schedule of in-person meetings with elected officials at the State Capitol. The State Capitol portion of the event is limited to only manufacturers. \nEvent registrants will be prepared by NJBIA through a virtual briefing that will be recorded. The date of this briefing will be announced to registrants shortly. \nTo register\, go here. \nFor more information\, visit nj.mep.org/sots or call 973-998-9801.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/n-j-state-of-the-state-manufacturing-summit/
LOCATION:New Jersey Capitol\, Trenton\, NJ\, 08608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240531T180601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T180630Z
UID:11737-1717142400-1717174800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Somerset County BizFest
DESCRIPTION:The annual Somerset County BizFest will be presented from 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday\, June 13\, at the Somerset Patriots Ballpark\, 1 Patriots Park\, Bridgewater. \nThe Somerset County Business Community will have an opportunity to promote their business to an array of suppliers\, consultants\, and residents\, while making new business-to-business contacts. During the event\, businesses can introduce residents and other businesspeople to product and service options available in the surrounding areas. More than 75 businesses will be in attendance. \nThis event is free to the business and residential community to attend. \nBusinesses interested in participating as a vendor may register here. Space is limited. \nFor more information\, contact CEdwards@scbp.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/somerset-county-bizfest/
LOCATION:Somerset Patriots TD Bank Ballpark\, 1 Patriots Drive\, Bridgewater\, NJ\, 08807\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event,Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240531T175740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T175756Z
UID:11733-1718109000-1718112600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:NJEDA Webinar: Resources for Somerset County Entrepreneurs & Start-Ups
DESCRIPTION:During a Somerset County Business Partnership-sponsored webinar from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday\, June 11\, participants will learn about state tax credit and grant programs to support the launch and growth of new business ventures. \n This webinar\, presented by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)\, is designed for entrepreneurs\, as well as banks\, CPA’s and other financial advisors who work with emerging and start-up businesses.  \nTo register\, go here. The Zoom link is provided on the registration page.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/njeda-webinar-resources-for-somerset-county-entrepreneurs-start-ups/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20230328T181700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T223218Z
UID:11092-1718276400-1718279100@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-2-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240509T220234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T220416Z
UID:11602-1718276400-1718280000@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Growing Workplace Charging Opportunities in Somerset County
DESCRIPTION:Growing Workplace Charging Opportunities in Somerset County\, an electrifying webinar\, will be presented at 11 a.m. Thursday\, June 13. \nBusiness participants will learn about workplace electric vehicle charging\, the benefits it can provide to a business and its employees\, and how affordable it can be to install this amenity because of available incentives and resources. \nPresenters include: Sara Catherine Lichon\, Communications & Outreach Manager for Ridewise; Anyesha Sanghani\, Strategic Partnerships & Initiatives Specialist at RideWise; Caroline McCallum\, Co-Director of the New Jersey Clean Cities Coalition; and Brian Kirk\, the lead for commercial electric vehicle incentive programs at PSE&G. \nTo register\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/growing-workplace-charging-opportunities-in-somerset-county/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240507T213628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T213628Z
UID:11581-1718276400-1718290800@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Navy Talent Pipeline Manufacturing Summit
DESCRIPTION:The North Jersey Manufacturing Partnership and TMG will present a Navy Talent Pipeline Manufacturing Summit on Thursday\, June 13\, at Galloping Hill Golf Course\, 3 Golf Drive\, Kenilworth. \nTopics include the Navy Talent Pipeline\, Photonics\, Offshore Wind and Apprenticeships. \nUse the QR code in this flyer to register for this event\, which includes a free lunch buffet. \nFor more information\, email Ronda.Merritt@dol.nj.gov.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/navy-talent-pipeline-manufacturing-summit/
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:20240625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240410T223945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T223945Z
UID:11387-1719331200-1719345600@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:New Jersey Statewide Multicultural Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:Businesses will have the opportunity to market their services\, display their products and network with local and global business leaders at the Pines coming to Edison in June.  \nHosted by the Middlesex Regional Chamber of Commerce\, the event on June 25 at the Pines Manor will kick off with the New Jersey Immigrant Entrepreneur of the Year Awards followed by a celebration featuring food\, live performances and entertainment from around the world.  \nThere is no admission charge to enjoy the festivities\, network with owners of multicultural businesses and meet potential clients.  \nSponsorship opportunities and exhibitor spaces are available now for businesses\, organizations and nonprofits of all sizes. Go to the MRCC website here for more information. 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/new-jersey-statewide-multicultural-business-expo/
LOCATION:Pines Manor\, 2085 Lincoln Highway\, Edison\, NJ\, 08817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240619T190424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T190806Z
UID:11805-1719403200-1719406800@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\, June 26\, 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/11805/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240719T224643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T224802Z
UID:11966-1721822400-1721826000@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\, July 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 and can be used for recruitment and retention purposes. \nGo here to register for this webinar.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/11966/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240820T213148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T213148Z
UID:12154-1724846400-1724850000@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\, July 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 and can be used for recruitment and retention purposes. \nGo here to register for this webinar.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/resources-for-employers-to-pay-for-training-and-degrees-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T193434
CREATED:20240702T185402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T185923Z
UID:11895-1726743600-1726747200@www.thegrwdb.org
SUMMARY:Using SkillUp Greater Raritan for Employer 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 third Thursday of the month – on September 19\, October 17\, November 21\, and December 19\, 2024. During each session\, examples of how local employers are using the platform for training will be shared. In addition\, other business-focused programs offered by the Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board (GRWDB) and state partners will be reviewed. \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 with the program immediately\, email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/using-skillup-greater-raritan-for-employer-training-needs/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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