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NJBIZ Conversations Special Edition: Newark Summit attendees talk city growth
NJBIZ sat down with several industry leaders at the event to discuss economic development, film production, dining and arts growth in New Jersey’s largest city.
Newark launches FIFA World Cup 2026 fan campaign
The Brick City is looking to engage local businesses and attract tourists with fan festivals, hotel packages and business support services tied to the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.
Training series prepares Newark businesses for 2026 World Cup
The four-part initiative offers tools, guidance and resources to capture economic impact, presented by the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey in partnership with LISC New Jersey and Invest Newark.
Lawyers’ wine and sound bar thrives in downtown Newark
Two attorneys launched Consigliere Wine and Sound Bar in May 2025, blending wine, cocktails and music.
Newark earns third straight digital inclusion Trailblazer nod
Newark is named a 2025 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer for broadband access, Newark Fiber expansion, youth tech programs and public-private partnerships.
NRBP: Arts, culture & collaboration drive Newark into 2026
The Newark Regional Economic Outlook highlights local business growth in the Greater Newark region driven by tourism, entertainment, film & TV production and more.
Provident Bank awards $63K in grants to eight NJ nonprofits
These recipients will benefit, helping to support housing, financial literacy, education and community development initiatives.
Newark boasts $2B in untapped retail demand, report finds
A new Invest Newark report details what's needed and where, local resident spending and more across five business districts, highlighting opportunities for grocers, restaurants and others.
Newark Alliance unifies key groups to boost economic development
The addition of Newark Downtown District and Greater Newark Convention and Visitors Bureau aims to drive growth, improve downtown and lead strategic efforts citywide.
Via Newark micro-transit pilot debuts free weekend travel
The launch aims to improve access to the city’s Arts and Education District, in particular, as well as other key destinations in the Brick City.
Sweet Jeans café opens with support from Audible, Newark
The spot at 494 Broad St. marks the first retail business to join Audible’s Business Attraction Program, as well as one of the first recipients of the city and Invest Newark’s Retail Reactivation Initiative.
16 small businesses graduate Invest Newark accelerator
The seven-month program provides eligible small business owners with practical training in areas such as strategic planning, marketing, financial management, procurement and sales.
