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SUMMARY:Healthcare Apprenticeship Information Session for Businesses in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties
DESCRIPTION:Apprenticeship is an increasingly important part of the offerings available through workforce development programs – and one that is expected to get more attention and funding from Washington\, DC. \nTo share information on local opportunities\, the GRWDB is partnering with Kaizen Technologies\, based in Edison\, to present a virtual program for employers in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties on how to become part of Kaizen’s Registered Healthcare Apprenticeship Program. The session on Zoom will be conducted on Monday\, August 18\, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nThis session will provide insights into how this Registered Healthcare Apprenticeship program can help local businesses train and retain talent using an existing program that meets national quality standards while reducing turnover costs\, increasing productivity\, and taking advantage of free\, expert technical assistance and other related benefits. \nTo join this event\, use the link in this flyer or go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/healthcare-apprenticeship-information-session-for-businesses-in-hunterdon-and-somerset-counties/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T110000
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SUMMARY:Healthcare Apprenticeship Information Session for Businesses in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties
DESCRIPTION:Apprenticeship is an increasingly important part of the offerings available through workforce development programs – and one that is expected to get more attention and funding from Washington\, DC. \nTo share information on local opportunities\, the GRWDB is partnering with Kaizen Technologies\, based in Edison\, to present a virtual program for employers in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties on how to become part of Kaizen’s Registered Healthcare Apprenticeship Program. The session on Zoom will be conducted on Monday\, August 25\, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nThis session will provide insights into how this Registered Healthcare Apprenticeship program can help local businesses train and retain talent using an existing program that meets national quality standards while reducing turnover costs\, increasing productivity\, and taking advantage of free\, expert technical assistance and other related benefits. \nTo join this event\, use the link in this flyer or go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/healthcare-apprenticeship-information-session-for-businesses-in-hunterdon-and-somerset-counties-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T073000
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DTSTAMP:20260408T003711
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SUMMARY:NJ Conference for Women 2025 in Princeton
DESCRIPTION:NJ Conference for Women 2025 will be conducted from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday\, October 3\, at the Hyatt Regency Princeton\, 102 Carnegie Center\,\nPrinceton. Presented by the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Alliance\, this is the largest one-day gathering of professional women in the Garden State\, typically attracting 700-plus attendees. \nThe event will include 40-plus exhibitors\, breakout sessions\, a breakfast buffet and a celebration luncheon. The opening keynote speaker is Melanie Curtis\, a former investment banker turned stunt-woman world-record pro skydiver (she’s jumped out of an airplane over 12\,000 times)\, life coach\, author\, activist and entrepreneur. The closing keynote speaker is Adriana Carrig\, founder of Little Words Project\, a jewelry brand focusing on inspiring a kinder world. \nFor more information and costs\, visit njconferenceforwomen.org.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/nj-conference-for-women/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Princeton\, 102 Carnegie Center\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T003711
CREATED:20251119T185721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T190319Z
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SUMMARY:Kaizen Technologies Registered Healthcare Apprenticeship Program for Businesses in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties
DESCRIPTION:Apprenticeship is an increasingly important part of the offerings available through workforce development programs – and one that is expected to get more attention and funding from Washington\, DC. \nTo share information on local opportunities\, the GRWDB is partnering with Kaizen Technologies\, based in Edison\, to present a virtual program for employers in Hunterdon and Somerset Counties on how to become part of Kaizen’s Registered Healthcare Apprenticeship Program. The session on Zoom will be conducted on Tuesday\, December 23\, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. \nThis session will provide insights into how this Registered Healthcare Apprenticeship program can help local businesses train and retain talent using an existing program that meets national quality standards while reducing turnover costs\, increasing productivity\, and taking advantage of free\, expert technical assistance and other related benefits. \nTo join this event\, use the link in this flyer or go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/kaizen-technologies-registered-healthcare-apprenticeship-program-for-businesses-in-hunterdon-and-somerset-counties/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T003711
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SUMMARY:Recovery Friendly Workplace Workshop – Introduction for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Business owners\, senior leadership\, and HR professionals are invited to attend an upcoming workshop showcasing New Jersey’s first Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) program\, administered by Somerset County Human Services and supported by opioid abatement funds. \nThe workshop\, hosted by CiC for Prevention & Recovery\, will be conducted on Thursday\, January 22\, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Somerset County Business Partnership at 50 Division St.\, #400\, in Somerville. \nThe session will highlight the fiscal and organizational benefits of creating supportive\, stigma-free work environments for employees impacted by addiction and co-occurring behavioral health challenges. \nRegister for the event by using the QR code in this flyer. Contact David Martinak at dmartinak@communityincrisis.org or 973-722-5333 for more information about the event.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/recovery-friendly-workplace-workshop-introduction-for-businesses/
LOCATION:Somerset County Business Partnership\, 50 Division St.\, fourth floor\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T220304Z
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SUMMARY:Employer Webinar: Using Metrix Learning/Skillup for Staff Training
DESCRIPTION:Employers in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties are invited to attend one two webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be used to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026\, and at 3:30 p.m. Thursday\, March 5. 2026. During each session\, there will be examples of how local employers are using the platform for staff training and participants will also learn about other GRWDB paid-training opportunities for businesses. \nEmployers may join either session by using the following link: https://meet.goto.com/510433933. \nThe SkillUp Greater Raritan Metrix Learning® platform is a free online learning-management system featuring more than 7\,000 courses\, which can be done individually or with cohorts. The courses can be used for new hires\, development for longtime workers and manager skill enhancement. The $199 per person cost of the employee training program will be covered by GRWDB grant dollars. \nEmployers can choose a preset learning path\, or they can customize the employee learning system to fit their needs. Metrix Learning® personnel will collaborate with employers to create a program that fits their learning needs. This easy online learning-management system will also keep track of employees’ course progress\, course completion\, and hours of training. \nEmployers interested in getting started with this program immediately may email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790\, and they will be connected to the GRWDB’s Metrix Learning training partner.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/employer-webinar-using-metrix-learning-skillup-for-staff-training/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T153000
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SUMMARY:Employer Webinar: Using Metrix Learning/SkillUp for Staff Training
DESCRIPTION:Employers in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties are invited to attend one two webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be used to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026\, and at 3:30 p.m. Thursday\, March 5. 2026. During each session\, there will be examples of how local employers are using the platform for staff training and participants will also learn about other GRWDB paid-training opportunities for businesses. \nEmployers may join either session by using the following link: https://meet.goto.com/510433933. \nThe SkillUp Greater Raritan Metrix Learning® platform is a free online learning-management system featuring more than 7\,000 courses\, which can be done individually or with cohorts. The courses can be used for new hires\, development for longtime workers and manager skill enhancement. The $199 per person cost of the employee training program will be covered by GRWDB grant dollars. \nEmployers can choose a preset learning path\, or they can customize the employee learning system to fit their needs. Metrix Learning® personnel will collaborate with employers to create a program that fits their learning needs. This easy online learning-management system will also keep track of employees’ course progress\, course completion\, and hours of training. \nEmployers interested in getting started with this program immediately may email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790\, and they will be connected to the GRWDB’s Metrix Learning training partner.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/employer-webinar-using-metrix-learning-skillup-for-staff-training-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T080000
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SUMMARY:HINJ Pulse 2026: Saving Lives Globally\, Driving Our Economy Locally
DESCRIPTION:The HealthCare Institute of New Jersey will present its second annual Summit from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday March 13\, at Middlesex College\, West Hall\, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.\, Edison. \nPulse 2026: Saving Lives Globally\, Driving Our Economy Locally is a state-of-the-industry event exploring the latest policies\, innovations\, and collaborations shaping the future of pharma and medtech in New Jersey. The event will feature two panels and a fireside chat on “New Jersey’s Role in Global Health.” \nPanelists include: \n\nChrissy Buteas\, president and CEO\, HealthCare Institute of New Jersey\nAli A. Houshmand\, Ph.D.\, president\, Rowan University\nDan Leonard\, executive director\, We Work For Health\nPeter Mesenbrink\, Ph.D.\, executive director biostatistics\, Advanced Quantitative Sciences Development\, Novartis\nEmily Meyers\, executive director\, Arthritis Foundation – NJ Chapter\nChristopher Paladino\, president\, DEVCO\nMichele Siekerka\, president and CEO\, New Jersey Business & Industry Association\nWilliam F. Tate IV\, Ph.D.\, president\, Rutgers University.\n\nTickets to the event are $50. To register\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/hinj-pulse-2026-saving-lives-globally-driving-our-economy-locally/
LOCATION:Middlesex College\, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.\, Edison\, NJ\, 08818\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T143000
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SUMMARY:Builds Bio+ New Jersey Symposium for Life Science Innovation and Development
DESCRIPTION:The Builds Bio+ Inaugural New Jersey Symposium for Life Science Innovation and Development will be conducted from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday\, March 23\, at The Rutgers Club\, 85 Avenue E\, second floor\, Piscataway. \nThe organizing group represents a convergence of academia\, industry\, government\, and economic development leaders who have shaped a high-impact agenda designed to reflect New Jersey’s unique scientific strengths\, workforce priorities\, and innovation ecosystem. \nThe full-day conference is for senior executive and thought leaders in the life science industry who will talk about ways to drive collaboration\, innovation\, and long-term growth across the region. \nFor the event agenda and fees as well as additional details about the organization\, go to https://BuildsBio.org/jersey2026. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/builds-bio-new-jersey-symposium-for-life-science-innovation-and-development/
LOCATION:The Rutgers Club\, 85 Avenue E\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T003711
CREATED:20260306T204035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T205639Z
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SUMMARY:Employer Webinar: Using Metrix Learning/Skillup for Employee Training
DESCRIPTION:Employers in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties are invited to attend one of two webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be used to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, and at 3:30 p.m. Thursday\, March 26\, 2026. During each session\, there will be examples of how local employers are using the platform for staff training and participants will also learn about other GRWDB paid-training opportunities for businesses. \nEmployers may join either session by using the following link: https://meet.goto.com/510433933. \nThe SkillUp Greater Raritan Metrix Learning® platform is a free online learning-management system featuring more than 7\,000 courses\, which can be done individually or with cohorts. The courses can be used for new hires\, development for longtime workers and manager skill enhancement. The $199 per person cost of the employee training program will be covered by GRWDB grant dollars. \nEmployers can choose a preset learning path\, or they can customize the employee learning system to fit their needs. Metrix Learning® personnel will collaborate with employers to create a program that fits their learning needs. This easy online learning-management system will also keep track of employees’ course progress\, course completion\, and hours of training. \nEmployers interested in getting started with this program immediately may email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790\, and they will be connected to the GRWDB’s Metrix Learning training partner.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/employer-webinar-using-metrix-learning-skillup-for-employee-training/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T003711
CREATED:20260306T230028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230202Z
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SUMMARY:Hunterdon Polytech Advanced Manufacturing Special Event
DESCRIPTION:Hunterdon County Polytech is hosting an Advanced Manufacturing Special Event at its North Campus from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday\, March 25\, to highlight it Advanced Manufacturing and Aeronautical Sciences programs in partnership with the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB). \nPolytech has submitted a proposal to the MIB seeking funding to further equip and enhance its program\, and this event marks the long-awaited next steps in launching the program first considered a number of years ago. Regional manufacturers are invited to attend this meeting to learn more and support the program’s continued development. \nThe MIB is an initiative of the U.S. Department of the Navy focused on strengthening America’s naval power by revitalizing the nation’s shipbuilding and repair capabilities. Polytech’s goal is to educate and train students in Hunterdon County with the technical skills necessary to support the MIB’s mission while also strengthening the local and regional workforce pipeline in advanced manufacturing and related high- demand industries. \nTo RSVP\, use the QR code in this flyer.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/hunterdon-polytech-advanced-manufacturing-special-event/
LOCATION:Hunterdon County Polytech North Campus\, 2 Regional Road\, Annandale\, NJ\, 08801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T003711
CREATED:20260306T204237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T205604Z
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SUMMARY:Employer Webinar: Using Metrix Learning/SkillUp for Employee Training
DESCRIPTION:Employers in Somerset and Hunterdon Counties are invited to attend one of two webinars to learn how SkillUp Greater Raritan can be used to provide free upskilling training to staff. The sessions will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\, and at 3:30 p.m. Thursday\, March 26\, 2026. During each session\, there will be examples of how local employers are using the platform for staff training and participants will also learn about other GRWDB paid-training opportunities for businesses. \nEmployers may join either session by using the following link: https://meet.goto.com/510433933. \nThe SkillUp Greater Raritan Metrix Learning® platform is a free online learning-management system featuring more than 7\,000 courses\, which can be done individually or with cohorts. The courses can be used for new hires\, development for longtime workers and manager skill enhancement. The $199 per person cost of the employee training program will be covered by GRWDB grant dollars. \nEmployers can choose a preset learning path\, or they can customize the employee learning system to fit their needs. Metrix Learning® personnel will collaborate with employers to create a program that fits their learning needs. This easy online learning-management system will also keep track of employees’ course progress\, course completion\, and hours of training. \nEmployers interested in getting started with this program immediately may email info@thegrwdb.org or call 908-541-5790\, and they will be connected to the GRWDB’s Metrix Learning training partner.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/employer-webinar-using-metrix-learning-skillup-for-employee-training-2/
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