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Small Business | Big Insights
This complimentary section features expert insights to help small businesses in New Jersey succeed.
Toastique to open Montclair cafe with healthy menu
A first-time entrepreneur will open a Toastique cafe in May, bringing gourmet toast, smoothies and juices to Montclair as the healthy chain expands.
Gogo Grocer brings mobile grocery service to NJ’s food deserts
Gogo Grocer mobile grocery service partners with local supermarkets to deliver fresh food to communities and aims to tackle food deserts.
OPINION: SBA Grocery Guarantee aims to lower NJ food costs
The regional administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Atlantic Region says the SBA Grocery Guarantee expands loans to boost NJ's food supply chain, aiming to lower grocery prices and support farmers, logistics and small businesses.
NJEDA capital fund backs 100 small businesses with $8.6M
Launched in November 2023, the NJ Capital Access Fund offers small businesses and nonprofits working capital loans of up to $250,000 to assist with rent, utilities, payroll, marketing and other operational business expenses.
NJEDA marks Small Business Week with Capital Access success
Since its November launch, the $100 million fund has approved 42 working capital loans to small businesses and nonprofits totaling more than $3.6 million.
NJBAC marks National Small Business Week
According to the agency, the state is home to more than 950,000 such enterprises, representing 99.6% of all businesses in the state.
WalletHub’s tips for small business success
According to a survey by the personal finance company, 75% of respondents said inflation has made it more difficult to run their venture, while 2 in 5 owners say Small Business Week gives them a boost.
Woodbridge contractor named FedEx Ground award finalist
LLP Express was a regional pick – named among 40 others across the country – for the national company's Entrepreneur of the Year award, recognizing independent service providers for their business excellence in 2021 and 2022.
Officials walk in Newark to kick off Small Business Week
U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, U.S. Rep. Donald Payne, Mayor Ras Baraka and officials from the NJEDA made stops along Halsey Street at The Walla, BrownMill, Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea, and Halsey Cleaners.
Invest Newark, =Space partner for Small Business Week
The five-day experience will offer events, workshops and networking opportunities to help build and support local businesses. It kicks off May 2 with a Small Business Expo.
