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Ready, Set, Go Global Webinar Series Has Begun!
The NJBAC Office of Export Promotion would like to thank the Passaic County Division of Economic Development for their partnership on last month’s webinar (view recording). This month, the NJBAC will be hosting two additional webinars that will provide information on how to conduct preliminary international market research, create an export plan, and utilize no-cost resources to grow international sales. The Bergen County webinar, hosted with the Bergen County Division of Economic Development, will take place on Thursday, November 6 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. (register). The Hudson County webinar, hosted with the Hudson County Economic Development Corporation (HCEDC), in partnership with the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce (HCCC), New Jersey Small Business Development Center (NJSBDC) at New Jersey City University (NJCU), and Jersey City Economic Development Corporation (JCEDC), will take place on Monday, November 17 from 12.00 - 1:00 p.m. (register). 

5 Benefits of Joining a Chamber Of Commerce
Learn how your local chamber can create business contacts, increase credibility, expand your network, provide resources and support professional development. (U.S. Chamber of Commerce)

Joining your local chamber of commerce helps you connect with other business owners in your community. Chambers of commerce often host networking events, offer discounted pricing on services, and provide free marketing opportunities. While there’s typically a membership fee, the local exposure can pay dividends, especially if you rely on local business.

1. It helps you make business contacts
2. It increases your credibility
3. It increases your visibility
4. It provides key business resources
5. It supports your professional development

If you are looking to join a chamber of commerce, you can find the nearest one to you, using the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s national directory.

Maximize your membership with these tips:

1. Know why you joined
2. Pay for your employees to join
3. Take advantage of every marketing opportunity
4. Participate regularly

Upcoming Webinars
November 

• Thursday, November 6, 9:00 AM:  Ready, Set, Go Global - Bergen County
• Monday, November 17, 12.00 PM: Ready, Set, Go Global - Hudson County 

What is "Success" to You?
Is it seeing your firm's consumer packaged goods on the shelves of a British store? Perhaps, it is entering the United Arab Emirates with a breakthrough cosmetic? Or, it might be selling your firm's AI-powered consulting services in Japan.
 
Whichever country, or language, spells "Success" to you, the Office of Export Promotion is your go-to resource. Send an email to William Spear, Manager of the New Jersey Office, at william.spear@sos.nj.gov.
 
Let’s talk about what your “Success” will be!

Have an Export-Related Need? NJBAC Office of Export Promotion Can Help.
The Office of Export Promotion works with New Jersey’s small and mid-sized companies interested in expanding sales and their customer base for their products and services through export. Companies interested in global business activity can tap into a number of resources on business export planning available through the NJBAC Export Promotion unit.

Have a Business Need? NJBAC Can Help.
The NJBAC offers no-cost technical assistance, training, and problem-solving. From site selection and incentive identification to one-off questions, the NJBAC is here to support all NJ businesses. In addition to the Office of Export Promotion, NJBAC is home to the Office of Small Business Advocacy, Office of Business Advocacy, and the Office of Planning Advocacy. The NJBAC offers free online chat and telephone (800-537-7397) assistance in English and Spanish to any New Jersey business. The NJBAC Small Business Manual, a one-stop tool for many business concerns, is available online. A Spanish version of the manual is also available for download. A print copy in both versions is available on request.