women-owned

Mercer County Procurement Readiness & Empowerment Program
May 5, 2026

Mercer County launches program to boost small business contracting

A new program running in May will help firms navigate RFPs, certification, government procurement opportunities and more.

Gynsyng is a Merchantville cannabis dispensary and home to New Jersey’s first cannabis consumption lounge.
Apr 15, 2026

South Jersey dispensary to host cat adoption event

A Merchantville dispensary will host the April 26 gathering, partnering with local rescue groups to help find homes for furry friends and promote community.

Aerial panorama of Trenton New Jersey skyline
Jan 15, 2026

NJEDA, Rowan back AACCNJ Transformation Center in Trenton

The New Jersey Economic Development and Rowan University are partnering to support the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey’s new incubator, which will expand resources for minority- and women-owned small businesses throughout the state.

Board meeting
Aug 4, 2025

NJBIZ In the Lead 2025: Women-Owned Businesses

Representing some of the most compelling narratives coming out of New Jersey, the companies on this list are the result of the energy, talent, intelligence and perseverance of their owners, founders and top executives. Everyone can learn from the experiences recounted here.

A – G | NJBIZ In the Lead 2025: Women-Owned Businesses
Aug 4, 2025

A – G | NJBIZ In the Lead 2025: Women-Owned Businesses

Enterprises that innovate, disrupt, break molds and showcase the energy, talent, intellect and perseverance of women as business leaders.

H – R | NJBIZ In the Lead 2025: Women-Owned Businesses
Aug 4, 2025

H – R | NJBIZ In the Lead 2025: Women-Owned Businesses (updated)

Enterprises that innovate, disrupt, break molds and showcase the energy, talent, intellect and perseverance of women as business leaders.

S – Z | NJBIZ In the Lead 2025: Women-Owned Businesses
Aug 4, 2025

S – Z | NJBIZ In the Lead 2025: Women-Owned Businesses

Enterprises that innovate, disrupt, break molds and showcase the energy, talent, intellect and perseverance of women as business leaders.

The Hive's Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Cinnamon Roll
Apr 10, 2025

Mom-run café in NJ, Ferrero partner for new Butterfinger flavor

To celebrate the arrival of the candy bar's first new flavor in a decade, The Hive is exclusively collaborating with the confectioner for featured cinnamon rolls and lattes made with the latest variety.

Rebranding
Mar 4, 2025

Violet PR rebrand focuses on economic development storytelling

The updated imagery appears across its website, logo and social media channels – which the firm says reflects its data-driven and creative approach to securing news coverage for clients around the world.

Located at 601 College Drive in Blackwood, Flower & Flame is a woman- and minority-owned dispensary that opened in March.
Nov 12, 2024

South Jersey dispensary sets ‘kush & kicks’ sneaker convention

Scheduled for Nov. 16 at Flower & Flame in Blackwood, the event will feature nearly two dozen sneaker and canna vendors, as well as raffles, swag giveaways, music and food from Not Your Mama’s Tacos.

First Lady Tammy Murphy addresses attendees of the Golden Seeds' 20th anniversary celebration ceremony Oct. 22 in Montclair.
Oct 28, 2024

Golden Seeds marks 20 years of investing in female founders

In New Jersey, the organization has invested nearly $10 million into female-led companies since its launch here in 2020.

At bernadette in Scotch Plains, the bar will feature Breast Cancer Awareness Month-themed cocktails and give a portion of proceeds to The Pink Fund, a nonprofit that provides financial assistance to breast cancer patients.
Oct 11, 2024

Union County restaurant’s hosts cocktail fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Throughout October, bernadette in Scotch Plains will donate portions of proceeds from specialty cocktails to The Pink Fund, a nonprofit that provides financial assistance to patients.