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Deadline to Apply for the Third Session of UCEDC’s Free and Exclusive Virtual Incubator Program is Wednesday, January 12th
To learn more about the Virtual Incubator Program (VIP), we encourage you to watch this three-minute video overview featuring past VIP participants and UCEDC’s Director of Training/VIP counselor Joe Lamberti as well as read the program summary below. Program Summary…
Introducing UCEDC’s Newest Diversity Advisory Committee Member, Alyza M. Brevard-Rodriguez
We are proud to announce that UCEDC’s Diversity Advisory Committee has unanimously approved U.S. Navy Veteran Alyza M. Brevard-Rodriguez to join their team and help UCEDC in its efforts to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive space for our clients,…
Is Your Small Business Prepared for the Holiday Season?
It’s time to gear up for the holidays! Whether you’re a retailer who counts on Christmas for the bulk of your revenue or you’re a service provider who hasn’t considered your holiday positioning, these articles will help you plan, prepare…
As Companies Struggle to Hire Employees, Small Businesses Owners Need to Think Outside the Box
With an abundance of jobs available, the labor force is more empowered than ever when choosing where to work, making recruiting challenging for many small business owners. While programs like the New Jersey Department of Labor’s Return and Earn Incentive…
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
According to the SBA, “there are an estimated 4.65 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S., making them the fastest-growing segment of U.S. small businesses.” In fact, the SBA states, “the number of Hispanic business owners has grown 34% in the last…
New Jersey Department of Labor Announces Return and Earn Incentive Program to Help Workers and Businesses Recover from COVID-19 Pandemic
The Return and Earn Incentive Program will assist New Jerseyans in returning to the workforce and provide employers with the resources they need to fill the vital positions that will allow them to grow and thrive. Facilitated by NJDOL’s Business…
UCEDC Client Spotlight: Hilda Mera
Hilda Mera, owner of S&A Auto Repair in Newark, New Jersey, was one of UCEDC’s Virtual Incubator Program (VIP) participants. Through the VIP, selected businesses with ownership from underserved populations received mentorship, training, and funds to help meet the challenges…
UCEDC Client Spotlight: Shakira Johnson
Two weeks after Shakira Johnson resigned from her position as Public Information Officer for The City of Perth Amboy to stay home with her newborn son, she began receiving calls to see if she could work on various events and…
UCEDC Completes First Session of the Virtual Incubator Program
UCEDC is excited to announce that we have completed the first session of our Virtual Incubator Program (VIP). Through this program, developed in collaboration with UCEDC’s Diversity Advisory Committee, selected businesses with ownership from underserved populations received mentorship, training, and…
Interview with UCEDC Virtual Incubator Program Participant Lakeisha Littles
Lakeisha (La) Littles, the owner of You Fitness based in Newark, New Jersey, was one of UCEDC’s Virtual Incubator Program (VIP) participants. Through the VIP, selected businesses with ownership from underserved populations received mentorship, training, and funds to help meet…