Hello all,   I hope you are all doing well and can get outside today to enjoy the beautiful weather!   The next meeting of NJLibsGrowBiz will be April 7 from 3:00-4:00. Registration is available here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqfuGtrzsuGNLN4nQ1RR9qaDHTD-nDT408    Our speakers will be Kenneth Lang and Marty Latman from My Networking Central.   Libraries are invited to join My Networking Central (MNC), a free searchable database for information related to networking groups, sp ...Continue Reading

Good morning, all,   I have yet to read this Playbook, but I’m looking forward to it!   ALA releases new Libraries Build Business Playbook to encourage small business development in public libraries   For Immediate Release Tue, 02/01/2022   Contact: Shawnda Hines shines@PROTECTED Assistant Director, Communications ALA Public Policy and Advocacy Live virtual conversation February 7 featuring 4 Libraries Build Business cohort libraries WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The American Library Association (ALA) today r ...Continue Reading

Thank you to everyone who was able to attend today’s NJLibsGrowBiz Virtual Discussion.   Here is a recording of the meeting: https://youtu.be/K8e9EOcOaXY   Here are the links that were shared: https://business.nj.gov/ The Business First Stop initiative was developed to address Governor Murphy’s goal of making government work more effectively to enable inclusive business growth, and is a strategic component of the Governor’s Stronger and Fairer Economic Plan. Developed in partnership with the New Jersey’s Bus ...Continue Reading

Hello all,   Happy Friday!   Our next virtual discussion will be held on December 16 from 10:00-11:30am.  Our guest speaker will be Jessica Lax from the NJ Office of Innovation, and we will also discuss the NJLibsGrowBiz Summit planned for April 2022.  As always, bring your questions, updates, and ideas to share.   Here is the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckf-qgrj4uHdLW0cWxWfDivNPaVry-Dpbz   And here is the agenda:   *Agenda:* Introductions and chec ...Continue Reading

Hello all,   I'm reaching out see if you may be able to assist the New Jersey Office of Innovation's Business.NJ.gov team connect with prospective or current business owners.   For some additional context: the Business.NJ.gov team is building a new tool, the business Navigator, which will eventually offer a centralized location for businesses to learn about and respond to any state requirements needed to start, operate, or grow their business.    As part of building that technology, they are looki ...Continue Reading

Hello all,   I'm reaching out see if you may be able to assist the New Jersey Office of Innovation's Business.NJ.gov team connect with prospective or current business owners.   For some additional context: the Business.NJ.gov team is building a new tool, the business Navigator, which will eventually offer a centralized location for businesses to learn about and respond to any state requirements needed to start, operate, or grow their business.    As part of building that technology, they are looki ...Continue Reading

Hello all,   I'm reaching out see if you may be able to assist the New Jersey Office of Innovation's Business.NJ.gov team connect with prospective or current business owners.   For some additional context: the Business.NJ.gov team is building a new tool, the business Navigator, which will eventually offer a centralized location for businesses to learn about and respond to any state requirements needed to start, operate, or grow their business.    As part of building that technology, they are looki ...Continue Reading

Good morning,   My apologies for the delay in sending this out.    Here is the link to the NJLibsGrowBiz Virtual Discussion from last week: https://youtu.be/WWG3MrP-gN8   Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.    The next NJLibsGrowBiz Virtual Discussion will be held on December 16 from 10:00-11:30am.  I hope to see you there!   Here is the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckf-qgrj4uHdLW0cWxWfDivNPaVry-Dpbz   Best, Andrea An ...Continue Reading

Hello all,   Here is an upcoming in-person event at Summit Public Library. Please feel free to share with your patrons!   Network and Learn Breakfast for Growth Minded Entrepreneurs Tuesday, November 2, 2021 / 9:00am 10:00am In-person event:  Hickcock Room, Summit Public Library, 75 Maple St., Summit, NJ 07901               Summit Public Library invites you to a network and learn breakfast.   Enjoy a complimentary breakfast, netw ...Continue Reading

Hello all,   Thank you to everyone who filled out the Doodle poll.   The next NJLibsGrowBiz meeting will be October 27 from 10:00-11:30am.  Here is the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ocO6prT8jG9Zk7lL8OjCmRLOM7jkmrv7O   After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.   Here is our preliminary agenda: Introductions and check in Updates from the NJSL NJLibsGrowBiz Summit 2022 Open discussion and ...Continue Reading