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NJ construction spending to rise amid new uncertainty
During an ACCNJ webinar, economist Jeffrey Otteau projected local expenditures will increase 5% in 2026, even as geopolitical tensions, oil prices and tariffs cloud the outlook.
Harmon: NJ governor candidates must address Black business equity
Continuing his conversation with NJBIZ, African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey CEO John Harmon urged potential leaders from both sides of the aisle to tackle disparities and support state-based operators.
Harmon talks new book, AACCNJ growth & NJ disparity study
The CEO, president and founder of the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, John Harmon, joins NJBIZ to talk about the organization's expansion and more during Black Business Month.
Murphy returns for 3rd annual AACCNJ Juneteenth event
Themed "Resilience is our Heritage," the expo will focus on entrepreneurship, as well as the economic and cultural empowerment of underperforming communities.
DE&I Trailblazer Awards nominees revealed
“Supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion isn’t the same as actively advocating for it or implementing measurable equity and inclusion goals across an entire organization,” said John Harmon Sr., founder, president and CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey.
Murphy convenes Trenton roundtable to address disparity study findings
“This is a deadly serious topic – and it’s not a new topic,” Gov. Phil Murphy said at the open of the Oct. 28 meeting. “It’s been in our midst for decades. And we’re finally cracking through this – and it’s not easy. The good news is we’re in this room. The good news is that we’re working pretty darn hard on this – all of us, both bilaterally as well as collectively.”
AACCNJ, NJCC announce 2023 DEI Trailblazer Award nominees
Meet the New Jersey companies making the biggest strides in diversity, equity and inclusion. Winners will be revealed during a November event in Basking Ridge.
AACCNJ launches 8-part Entrepreneur Academy
The eight-part course aims to equip new or prospective business owners through a series of free classes led by experienced professionals.
‘Newark Forward’ showcases city as premier business destination
"Newark is a family," Mayor Ras Baraka said at the event. "When you come to Newark, you are part of a larger ecosystem that exists to help you succeed.”
Port Authority, AACCNJ partner to build local contracting opportunities
“As one of the largest economic generators in the region, we have a commitment to an inclusionary ... practice and to ensuring the economic benefits of our infrastructure projects are available to the communities surrounding our facilities, which includes job opportunities,” said Kevin O’Toole, chairman, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
AACCNJ, JPI Group partner on Mercer County workforce initiative
The collaboration is aimed at helping residents affected by the opioid epidemic with job placement, mentorship and ongoing career support.
31 incarcerated persons graduate from AACCNJ program
“Our collaboration with NJDOC in this critical engagement of New Jersey citizens who need understanding of transformational resources, opportunities and information is essential to improving the competitiveness of New Jersey,” said John Harmon Sr., founder, president and CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey.
