http://www.ucedc.com/rss-events.php UCEDC Events en-us Tue, 24 Jun 2008 04:00:00 GMT Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:20:52 GMT UCEDC's Procurement Technical Assistance Center Presents:

 

Selling to The State of New Jersey &

The Internal Revenue Service

 



Learn how to do business with the State of New Jersey and the Internal Revenue Service

Networking Opportunities  
Presented by:

 

Mr. Elvis Ramirez, Technical Officer, State of NJ, Division of Minority & Women Business Development

Mr. Mark Davidson, Contracting Specialist/Contracting Officer, IRS

Ms. Deborah E. Foster, Small Business Specialist, IRS

&

Ms. Maryann Williams, Director of PTAC, UCEDC

 

Thursday, November 18th, 2010

Registration: 8:30am

Program Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Cost: FREE

 

Location: Liberty Hall Center, 1085 Morris Ave., Union, NJ

Conference Room A & B

 

Registration Coming Soon!
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=211  Basics of Financing Your Business

What does it take to finance your business in this economy? Whether you are a start-up or well-established business owner, this free two-hour workshop will help you find the right sources of financing for your business. You will revisit your business plan, and learn:  

• What financing options are available

• Which financing option is right for you and your business

• What to take with you to the lender

• What lenders are looking for

  

Where: YMCA, 59 Centerton Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ

When:  October 19th, 2010

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Register: Rene Mainor @ 856-234-6200 ext. 223

 

 

Partners: UCEDC and the YMCA

 

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=237

UCEDC's 26th Annual Golf Classic

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Galloping Hills Golf Course

In conjunction with the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders

Join us this October 6 for the 26th year of great golf, fun, and networking.

 

10am Registration and Driving Range Practice (New in 2010)

11:45 Lunch

12:45 Shotgun Start

5:45 Cocktail Hour

6:45 Dinner

 

Cost: $235 per golfer (includes golf, cart, driving range practice, lunch, cocktails, dinner, gift)

Additional sponsorships and foursome opportunities available.  For more information, download the flyer, or contact Paige Sato at psato@ucedc.com or 908-527-1166.
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=239   Basic Business Diagnostics

 

Do you own your own business, but are so caught up in the day-to-day, that you don’t have a chance to clearly analyze your operations? In this free 2-hour workshop, you will learn how to analyze results and make    informed decisions regarding expansion, diversification or other key matters. This workshop focuses on:  

• Understanding the value of your business

• Using financial statements to make strategic decisions

• Internal and external factors affecting your business

• Next steps for your business

• Revisiting and updating your business plan 

 

When: October 5th, 2010

Time: 6:30pm-9:00pm

Place: YMCA, 59 Centerton Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ

Register: Call Rene Mainor at (856) 234-6200 ext. 223

 

 





This program is brought to you by: UCEDC and YMCA

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=238
 
Basics of Running a Business

 

Have you just started your own business, and are now wondering what’s next?  In this class for entrepreneurs with new businesses less than 1 year old, you will learn how to:

 

• Set goals for your business.

• Prepare basic financial statements.

• Evaluate your market and competitors.

• Determine the adequacy of your space and current cash flow.


 




 

When: Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM

Place: YMCA, 59 Centerton Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054

Register: Cathi Renfrey, 856-234-6200 x223

 Cost: FREE

 

 





 

This program is brought to you by:

 UCEDC

Rutgers-Camden

YMCA-Women's Resource Center

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=229 UCEDC Procurement Technical Assistance Center Presents:

 

How to Obtain a GSA Schedule Contract

 

•           How to begin the process of getting a Federal Supply Schedule

•           Terms and Conditions of a Federal Supply Schedule

•           How to determine which schedule is right for you

•           Schedules and other supplies and services

•           Networking Opportunities

 

Presented by:

 

Ms. Janice Bracey, Lead Small Business Specialist, GSA

&

Ms. Maryann Williams, Director of PTAC, UCEDC

 

 

Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

Registration: 8:30am

Program Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Cost: FREE

 

Registration Coming Soon!
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=210  

Q: Is now a good time to start a business?

 

A: It’s ALWAYS a good time to start a business the RIGHT way!

 

Here’s your path to the RIGHT way!

 

UCEDC’s Entrepreneurial Training Initiative (ETI)

 

ETI is a seven-week program that guides you through the process of assessing your business readiness to completing a comprehensive and professional business plan.  In ETI I, which comprises the first two weeks, participants test the feasibility of their business ideas, as well as their entrepreneurial readiness.  Qualified candidates are then admitted to ETI II, where they expand on the concepts learned in ETI I and create a business plan.  Additionally, participants that complete ETI II are invited to a panel review of their plans by business professionals, introductions to potential lenders and 18 months of free mentoring services.

 

Place: Liberty Hall Center, 1085 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ

Dates: Thursdays, September 16 through October 28th

Time: 6:30-9pm

Cost: ETI I - $145

          ETI II - $295

 

Pre-Registration for this class is required

For more info, or to register, contact UCEDC at info@ucedc.com or 908-527-1166

 

ETI is brought to you by UCEDC,  a statewide, non-profit economic development corporation dedicated to stimulating economic growth and creating an environment for progress by providing free financial, technical and community devel­opment assistance.                 

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=230 Basics of Starting a Business

 

Have you just started your own business, or are you thinking about taking the plunge? In this introductory class, you will learn how to:

• Assess if entrepreneurship is right for you,

• Check and understand your credit,

• Get your personal finances in order,

• Build the basics of a business plan, and

• Tap into free resources.

 

 

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Time: 6:30PM-8:30PM

Place: YMCA, 59 Centerton Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054

Register: Rene Mainor, 856-234-6200 x223

 Cost: FREE

 

 

 

 

 

 

This program is brought to you by:

 UCEDC

Rutgers-Camden

YMCA-Women's Resource Center
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=227 UCEDC's Procurement Technical Assistance Center Presents:

 

Doing Business with the Defense Commissary Agency

(DeCA)

 

·         Learn about DeCA

·         DeCA business opportunities

·         Marketing your business to DeCA

·         Networking Opportunities

 

Presented by:

 

Ms. Faith Smith, Director, Office of Small Business Programs, DeCA

&

Ms. Maryann Williams, Director of PTAC, UCEDC

 

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

Registration: 8:30am

Program Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Cost: FREE

 

Location: Liberty Hall Center, 1085 Morris Ave., Union, NJ

Conference Room A & B

 

 

To register click below or email/call

Dana Veerasammy at dveerasammy@ucedc.com / 908-527-1166
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=207   Basics of Financing Your Business

 





What does it take to finance your business in this economy? Whether you are a start-up or well-established business owner, this free two-hour workshop will help you find the right sources of financing for your business. You will revisit your business plan, and learn:  

• What financing options are available

• Which financing option is right for you and your business

• What to take with you to the lender

• What lenders are looking for

  

Where: YMCA, 59 Centerton Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ

When:  August 24, 2010

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Register: Rene Mainor @ 856-234-6200 ext. 223

 

 

Partners: UCEDC and the YMCA

 

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=226 UCEDC Procurement Technical Assistance Center Presents:

 

Doing Business with

The United States Department of Transportation

 

·         How you can sell your products and services

·         Procurement Procedures

·         The benefits of doing business with USDOT

·         Networking Opportunities

 

Presented by:

 

Ms. Elizabeth Perdomo, Director of the US DOT,

Small Business Transportation Resource Center

&

Ms. Maryann Williams, Director of PTAC, UCEDC

 

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

Registration: 8:30am

Program Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm

Cost: FREE

 

Location: Liberty Hall Center, 1085 Morris Ave., Union, NJ

Conference Room A & B

 

 

To register click below or email/call

Dana Veerasammy at dveerasammy@ucedc.com / 908-527-1166

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=206  Mayor Chris Bollwage, Councilman Manny Grova, Jr.  & the City of Elizabeth

 Presenta



Básicos de Financiar Su Negocio



¿Qué se necesita para financiar su negocio es esta economía?  Para empresarios nuevos y para negocios establecidos, este taller  de dos horas le ayudará explorar las opciones financieras que están disponibles y cual es la  mejor opción para Usted.   En el  taller vamos a revisar  su plan de negocio y aprender:



• Cuales opciones financieras están disponibles

• Cual opción es la correcta para Usted y su negocio

• Que debe traer Usted al prestamista

• Que están buscando los prestamistas

 



Donde:  Peterson Community Center, 418 Palmer Street, Elizabeth, NJ

Cuando: 18 de Agosto 2010

Hora: 6pm-8pm

Registro: UCEDC @ 908-527-1166

Tambien puede registrar abajo

Costo: Nada, esta clase es gratis!



Socios: UCEDC y Elizabeth Development Company (EDC)

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=234  Mayor Chris Bollwage, Councilman Manny Grova, Jr.  & the City of Elizabeth

 Present

 Basics of Financing Your Business





What does it take to finance your business in this economy? Whether you are a start-up or well-established business owner, this free two-hour workshop will help you find the right sources of financing for your business. You will revisit your business plan, and learn:  

• What financing options are available

• Which financing option is right for you and your business

• What to take with you to the lender

• What lenders are looking for

 

Where: Peterstown Community Center, 418 Palmer Street, Elizabeth, NJ

When: August 11, 2010

Time: 6pm - 8pm

Register: Please RSVP below or call UCEDC @ 908-527-1166

Cost: None; this is a free event! 

 

Partners: UCEDC and the Elizabeth Development Company (EDC).

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=235   Basic Business Diagnostics

 

Do you own your own business, but are so caught up in the day-to-day, that you don’t have a chance to clearly analyze your operations? In this free 2-hour workshop, you will learn how to analyze results and make    informed decisions regarding expansion, diversification or other key matters. This workshop focuses on:  

• Understanding the value of your business

• Using financial statements to make strategic decisions

• Internal and external factors affecting your business

• Next steps for your business

• Revisiting and updating your business plan 

 

When: Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

Time: 6:30pm-9:00pm

Place: YMCA, 59 Centerton Road

Mt. Laurel, NJ

Register: Call Rene Mainor at (856) 234-6200 ext. 223

 

 





This program is brought to you by: UCEDC and YMCA

 
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=236 BY INVITATION ONLY!

Marketing in the New Economy

Sharon Patel, owner of Patel Printing Plus, has guided her design, marketing and printing firm through the ups and downs of roller coaster economies since 1976. She and her team have helped a diverse client base develop and implement marketing strategies through design and creation of marketing brand, direct mail campaigns, newsletter development, and inspired printed communication.

At this meeting, Sharon will talk about:


challenges and new reality of doing business in a bleak economy,
the 5 elements of successful marketing, tools to create a multi-channel marketing strategy that creates and builds relationships,
tips for connecting with your constituency,
and more.
Sharon's overview will be followed by a peer-to-peer roundtable. Do you have issues to discuss? Send them to Paige Sato at psato@uced.com. Based on the response, we'll work to have an expert at the roundtable.

RSVP for the event to Dana Veerasammy at dveerasammy@ucedc.com or Paige Sato at psato@ucedc.com
http://www.mtctest.com/ucedc/events-details-ucedc.php?event_id=233