This is your chance to hear directly from state officials including Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno about doing business in the State of New Jersey as well as discuss programs, incentives and training opportunities that are right for you.

The State of New Jersey’s Business Action Center (BAC) will be presenting, “N.J. Resources for Business Growth” followed by business-to-business networking, Tuesday, February 10, 2015, beginning at 4:00 p.m. in the Historic Strand’s Auditorium, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood. The event is hosted by the Lakewood Development Corporation, Ocean County College, NJ Manufacturing Extension Program and the Ocean County Workforce Investment Board.

Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno is the keynote speaker. Networking and an opportunity to meet with agency representatives about their programs and incentives will follow the Lt. Governor’s address. Among others, representatives from the following state agencies and organizations will be available to answer questions one-on-one:

State Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Administration, Small Business Development Center

Business Action Center’s Office of Global Advocacy, Economic Development Authority

UCEDC (Micro lender), County Library (Representing the State Library)

State Treasury Department (Taxation and Revenue), Board of Public Utilities, and Department of Labor

Also on hand will be officials from the Lakewood Urban Enterprise Zone program, Foreign Trade #235, NJ Manufacturing Extension Program (MEP) and Ocean County College to discuss programs, incentives and training opportunities.

As an added incentive for MANUFACTURERS, businesses involved in manufacturing will be eligible for a Quick View Assessment of their company by the MEP at no charge. This assessment will help identify strengths and weaknesses in the company and can be used to help direct growth and sustainability of the company.

Patricia Komsa, the executive director, of the UEZ, said, “This is an excellent opportunity for businesses to meet one-on-one with local and state agencies to learn about incentives and gather information. In addition, this an easy way to do business-to-business networking.”

This event is open to the public at no charge. Register online at www.lakewoodnj.gov/department/uez . To find out about UEZ programs and seminars, call Patricia Komsa at 732-364-2500 x5257 or [email protected] . Walk-ins are welcome.

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