WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today forecast that retail sales will increase in 2024 between 2.5% and 3.5% to between $5.23 trillion and $5.28 trillion. The announcement was made during NRF’s fourth annual State of Retail & the Consumer virtual discussion on the health of the American consumers and the retail industry. “The resiliency of consumers continues…
For today’s entrepreneur, few endeavors are as valuable and worthwhile as continuous learning. In fact, eight in ten people(Link is external) say learning adds purpose to their work — this according to LinkedIn’s annual Workplace Learning Report. Thanks to SBA Small Business Summer School, the learning never has to stop. Here’s what is on the syllabus for…
Norwescap’s Morris County Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Art Show and Awards Art Show Celebrates Talents of Seniors and Individuals with Special Needs MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Office of Aging, Disabilities, and Community Programming and Norwescap held the 2023 Morris County Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Art Show and Awards Ceremony…
Join us in April, when dairy farmers, processors, service providers, policy makers, and industry stakeholders from across the Northeast will come together to lead dairy into the next decade. What does dairy look like in 10 years? We see a future dairy sector where: New systems and strategies lead to increasing profits and farm viability Dairy leads…
Join industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts as we explore innovative ways to advance the Garden State’s unique tourism landscape. From captivating keynote speakers to engaging breakout sessions, this conference is designed to inspire and equip you with the tools and insights needed to elevate your tourism endeavors. New this year, our conference will feature interactive…
The New Jersey Small Business Development Centers (NJSBDC) Tech Team has launched a new Proposal Grant Writing Assistance program. This is funded by a $50,000 grant from the New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology (CSIT). This program aims to support New Jersey innovators in developing strong proposals for federal Small Business Innovation Research…
The winners of the 2026 World Cup men’s soccer tournament will hoist the vaunted gold trophy at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA announced Sunday. Gov. Phil Murphy was among the first to spread the stunning announcement from the worldwide soccer body that the East Rutherford venue will host the tournament’s final game. “As a lifelong soccer fan, I…
The New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) on Tuesday announced the finalists for the upcoming MADE in NJ Manufacturing Day 2024 event honoring the achievements of outstanding manufacturers and individuals who are shaping the industry’s future. The 2024 finalists represent a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, food production, life sciences, and cutting-edge technology. Each finalist has…
An informational webinar will be held next week TRENTON, N.J. (September 25, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today announced that applications will open for the Main Street Acquisition Support Grant on October 1, 2024. The Main Street Acquisition Support Grant is a pilot program that will help boost small business owners’…