Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.
Thanks for visiting the official Web site of the Essex County Small Business Development, your guide to the wide range of services available to you as residents of Essex County.
Here, in one convenient location, you will find detailed instructions, downloadable forms, and fee information for the many services offered by your Essex County Small Business Development, both in our Newark office, and at satellite locations throughout the county.
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@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 28
The Essex County Office of Small Business Development (OSBD) set an ambitious goal for its Small Business Summit of 200 local businesses into one room with the people and programs that can help them grow.
The response went further. Over 225+ businesses attended, surpassing the goal and filling Essex County College`s West Caldwell Campus with entrepreneurs, lenders, public agency leaders, resource vendors, and training partners for a full morning of connection and opportunity.
From the first cup of coffee at registration to the final award presented at adjournment, the summit delivered on a simple promise: small business owners should not have to navigate growth alone.
Read more here: https://www.ecsmallbiz.org/news/essex-county-small-business-summit-surpasses-goal-connecting-more-than-225-local-businesses-to-resources-designed-to-help-them-thrive/
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 19
Small businesses: the Port Authority is opening its doors and showing you how to compete.
As the redevelopment of Newark Liberty International Airport moves forward, contracting opportunities are growing. The firms that win are the ones that know how to read a solicitation, prepare a strong response, and get in early.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, with the Community Outreach Offices in Newark and Elizabeth, is hosting the Bid Better Workshop Series: How to Read, Prepare, and Submit PA Solicitations.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Newark Community Outreach Office, 58 Park Place/Wayne Shorter Way, 3rd Floor, Newark, NJ 07102
You’ll learn:
-How to navigate PA Procurement and Euna/Bonfire
-The difference between an RFP, RFQ, and a bid
-Where to find scope, criteria, and deadlines
-How to spot opportunities before primes build their teams
-The benefits of becoming a PA Certified firm
-Common mistakes and how to avoid them
You’ll also hear directly from local businesses that have secured work on Port Authority projects.
Space is limited. Register today using the qr code.
More information: www.anewewr.com
#SmallBusiness #GovernmentContracting #MWBE #NewarkNJ #PortAuthority #EWR #EssexCounty #NJBusiness
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 15
The Essex County Small Business Summit 2026 is in full swing at Essex County College, West Caldwell Campus.
Amazing speakers. Real connections. Exactly what Essex County small business owners needed today.
#SmallBusinessSummit2026 #EssexCounty #HappeningNow #SmallBusiness #MWBE #NetworkLearnGrowSucceed
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 12
Join us October 15 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Essex County College, West Caldwell Campus for a free morning of networking, learning, and connecting with county resources.
Free to attend. Registration required.
Register now at https://bit.ly/4j31itc or call 973-621-2011.
hashtag#SmallBusinessSummit2026 hashtag#EssexCounty hashtag#SmallBusiness hashtag#MWBE
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 11
Still on the fence about digital marketing? This one is for you.
The Essex County Office of Small Business Development just published five powerful reasons why small business owners who invest in digital marketing grow faster, reach more customers, and compete more effectively, even on a limited budget.
You do not need to be a tech expert. You do not need to spend a fortune. You just need to know where to start.
Join us at our Annual Business Summit: https://www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/save-the-date-essex-county-small-business-summit-2026/
#DigitalMarketing #SmallBusiness #EssexCounty #FiveReasons #MWBE #MarketingStrategy #GrowYourBusiness #ecsmallbiz
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 9
Join us October 15 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Essex County College, West Caldwell Campus for a free morning of networking, learning, and connecting with county resources.
Free to attend. Registration required.
Register now at https://bit.ly/4j31itc or call 973-621-2011.
#SmallBusinessSummit2026 #EssexCounty #SmallBusiness #MWBE
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 9
Before a customer buys from you, they take a journey. They search, they browse, they compare, they decide.
The businesses that understand that journey are the ones that win more customers, keep them longer, and turn them into loyal advocates.
Our latest article breaks down the customer journey in simple, practical terms so you can start guiding your customers toward a yes every single time.
The secret to winning more business is knowing what your customer is thinking before they ever reach out.
Join us at our Annual Business Summit for more information! https://www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/save-the-date-essex-county-small-business-summit-2026/
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 7
Do you know where your next customer is right now? They are online, searching for exactly what your business offers.
Digital Marketing 101 is here, and it is written specifically for Essex County small business owners who are ready to show up, stand out, and grow.
Drive traffic. Find potential leads. Grow sales.
It starts with the basics, and we break it all down in plain language so you can take action today, no big budget required.
Read the full article at ecsmallbiz.org and join us at our Annual Summit https://www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/save-the-date-essex-county-small-business-summit-2026/
#DigitalMarketing101 #EssexCounty #SmallBusiness #GrowYourBusiness #OnlineMarketing #MWBE #ecsmallbiz
@ ecsmallbiz . Oct 6
Attention Essex County contractors and small business owners. A major construction opportunity is available right now, and we want to make sure you know about it.
The 125 Theodore Conrad Drive Project, presented by Mayor James Solomon and the Municipal Council of Jersey City, is a 296,685-square-foot distribution center warehouse development, and they are actively looking for local subcontractors to be part of it.
Available subcontracting opportunities include:
Fencing
Landscaping
Framing and Drywall
Masonry
Glass and Glazing
Painting and Caulking
If your business works in any of these trades, this is your opportunity to compete for real work on a significant project.
An informational session is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 150 Pacific Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07304.
Register now at bit.ly/125-theodore-conrade-dr or scan the QR code on the flyer. For more information, contact the Jersey City Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 201-547-5166 or visit jerseycitynj.gov/ODI.
Do not miss this one. Share it with a contractor in your network.
#SubcontractorOpportunity #JerseyCity #ConstructionOpportunity #SmallBusiness #MWBE #EssexCounty #GovContracting #MBE #Subcontractors #BuildingCommunity
@ ecsmallbiz . Sep 30
Have questions about doing business with NJ`s public utilities? Here is your chance to get real answers from the people who know.
The NJBPU Supplier Development Council is launching a new webinar series, Ask the Council, and the first session is one you do not want to miss.
Topic: Success Stories from the NJBPU SDC Annual Conference, Making the Most of Your Registration.
Join vendors, primes, and NJBPU SDC representatives for a live moderated discussion where you can engage, learn, and discover what it really takes to make the most of your registration at the Annual Conference on October 15.
Monday, October 5, 2026
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Live via Zoom Webinar
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register. The Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
This session is open to contractors, vendors, suppliers, and small business owners. Come with your questions.
#NJBPUSupplierDevelopmentCouncil #AskTheCouncil #SmallBusiness #GovContracting #NJBPU #SupplierDiversity #EssexCounty #MWBE
@ ecsmallbiz . Sep 24
Calling all entrepreneurs, small business owners, and aspiring business leaders!
Grow your network, promote your business, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs at the Small Business Mixer hosted by the City of Jersey City Office of Diversity & Inclusion and the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation (JCEDC).
This free networking event is a great opportunity to:
-Meet like-minded business owners
-Share ideas and build valuable connections
-Learn about resources available to help your business grow
-Expand your professional network in a welcoming environment
Tuesday, September 30
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
398 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Jersey City, NJ 07305
Whether you`re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this is an excellent opportunity to connect with the local entrepreneurial community.
**Admission is FREE!** We hope to see you there.
#SmallBusiness #Networking #Entrepreneur #JerseyCity #JCEDC #BusinessMixer #BusinessGrowth #SupportSmallBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityConnections
@ ecsmallbiz . Sep 16
TOMORROW!
Essex County Office of Small Business Development is committed to connecting entrepreneurs with the information, partnerships, and tools they need to succeed. Whether you`re launching a new business, looking for capital, pursuing government contracts, or preparing to scale, you don`t have to navigate the journey alone.
Success starts with making the right connections. Let us help you find the resources, experts, and opportunities that can move your business forward.
Follow the Essex County Office of Small Business Development for upcoming workshops, networking events, funding opportunities, and business resources designed to help our local entrepreneurs thrive.
Register Here: https://www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/annual-business-resource-summit/
#EssexCounty #SmallBusiness #BusinessDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #GovernmentContracting #SupportSmallBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #EssexCountyBusiness
The Essex County Office of Small Business Development (OSBD) set an ambitious goal for its Small Business Summit of 200 local businesses into one room with the people and programs that can help them grow.
The response went further. Over 225+ businesses attended, surpassing the goal and filling Essex County College's West Caldwell Campus with entrepreneurs, lenders, public agency leaders, resource vendors, and training partners for a full morning of connection and opportunity.
From the first cup of coffee at registration to the final award presented at adjournment, the summit delivered on a simple promise: small business owners should not have to navigate growth alone.
Read more here: www.ecsmallbiz.org/news/essex-county-small-business-summit-surpasses-goal-connecting-more-than-22... ...
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Small businesses: the Port Authority is opening its doors and showing you how to compete.
As the redevelopment of Newark Liberty International Airport moves forward, contracting opportunities are growing. The firms that win are the ones that know how to read a solicitation, prepare a strong response, and get in early.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, with the Community Outreach Offices in Newark and Elizabeth, is hosting the Bid Better Workshop Series: How to Read, Prepare, and Submit PA Solicitations.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 Newark Community Outreach Office, 58 Park Place/Wayne Shorter Way, 3rd Floor, Newark, NJ 07102
You’ll learn:
-How to navigate PA Procurement and Euna/Bonfire
-The difference between an RFP, RFQ, and a bid
-Where to find scope, criteria, and deadlines
-How to spot opportunities before primes build their teams
-The benefits of becoming a PA Certified firm
-Common mistakes and how to avoid them
You’ll also hear directly from local businesses that have secured work on Port Authority projects.
Space is limited. Register today using the qr code.
More information: www.anewewr.com
#SmallBusiness #GovernmentContracting #MWBE #NewarkNJ #PortAuthority #EWR #EssexCounty #NJBusiness ...
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The Essex County Small Business Summit 2026 is in full swing at Essex County College, West Caldwell Campus.
Amazing speakers. Real connections. Exactly what Essex County small business owners needed today.
#SmallBusinessSummit2026 #EssexCounty #HappeningNow #smallbusiness #mwbe #networklearngrowsucceed ...
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Join us October 15 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Essex County College, West Caldwell Campus for a free morning of networking, learning, and connecting with county resources.
Free to attend. Registration required.
Register now at bit.ly/4j31itc or call 973-621-2011.
hashtag#SmallBusinessSummit2026 hashtag#EssexCounty hashtag#SmallBusiness hashtag#MWBE ...
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Still on the fence about digital marketing? This one is for you.
The Essex County Office of Small Business Development just published five powerful reasons why small business owners who invest in digital marketing grow faster, reach more customers, and compete more effectively, even on a limited budget.
You do not need to be a tech expert. You do not need to spend a fortune. You just need to know where to start.
Join us at our Annual Business Summit: www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/save-the-date-essex-county-small-business-summit-2026/
#DigitalMarketing #smallbusiness #EssexCounty #fivereasons #mwbe #marketingstrategy #GrowYourBusiness #ecsmallbiz ...
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Join us October 15 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Essex County College, West Caldwell Campus for a free morning of networking, learning, and connecting with county resources.
Free to attend. Registration required.
Register now at bit.ly/4j31itc or call 973-621-2011.
#SmallBusinessSummit2026 #EssexCounty #smallbusiness #mwbe ...
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Before a customer buys from you, they take a journey. They search, they browse, they compare, they decide.
The businesses that understand that journey are the ones that win more customers, keep them longer, and turn them into loyal advocates.
Our latest article breaks down the customer journey in simple, practical terms so you can start guiding your customers toward a yes every single time.
The secret to winning more business is knowing what your customer is thinking before they ever reach out.
Join us at our Annual Business Summit for more information! www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/save-the-date-essex-county-small-business-summit-2026/ ...
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Do you know where your next customer is right now? They are online, searching for exactly what your business offers.
Digital Marketing 101 is here, and it is written specifically for Essex County small business owners who are ready to show up, stand out, and grow.
Drive traffic. Find potential leads. Grow sales.
It starts with the basics, and we break it all down in plain language so you can take action today, no big budget required.
Read the full article at ecsmallbiz.org and join us at our Annual Summit www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/save-the-date-essex-county-small-business-summit-2026/
#digitalmarketing101 #EssexCounty #smallbusiness #GrowYourBusiness #OnlineMarketing #mwbe #ecsmallbiz ...
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Attention Essex County contractors and small business owners. A major construction opportunity is available right now, and we want to make sure you know about it.
The 125 Theodore Conrad Drive Project, presented by Mayor James Solomon and the Municipal Council of Jersey City, is a 296,685-square-foot distribution center warehouse development, and they are actively looking for local subcontractors to be part of it.
Available subcontracting opportunities include:
Fencing
Landscaping
Framing and Drywall
Masonry
Glass and Glazing
Painting and Caulking
If your business works in any of these trades, this is your opportunity to compete for real work on a significant project.
An informational session is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 150 Pacific Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07304.
Register now at bit.ly/125-theodore-conrade-dr or scan the QR code on the flyer. For more information, contact the Jersey City Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 201-547-5166 or visit jerseycitynj.gov/ODI.
Do not miss this one. Share it with a contractor in your network.
#SubcontractorOpportunity #jerseycity #ConstructionOpportunity #smallbusiness #mwbe #EssexCounty #GovContracting #MBE #subcontractors #buildingcommunity ...
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Have questions about doing business with NJ's public utilities? Here is your chance to get real answers from the people who know.
The NJBPU Supplier Development Council is launching a new webinar series, Ask the Council, and the first session is one you do not want to miss.
Topic: Success Stories from the NJBPU SDC Annual Conference, Making the Most of Your Registration.
Join vendors, primes, and NJBPU SDC representatives for a live moderated discussion where you can engage, learn, and discover what it really takes to make the most of your registration at the Annual Conference on October 15.
Monday, October 5, 2026
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Live via Zoom Webinar
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register. The Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
This session is open to contractors, vendors, suppliers, and small business owners. Come with your questions.
#NJBPUSupplierDevelopmentCouncil #AskTheCouncil #SmallBusiness #GovContracting #NJBPU #SupplierDiversity #EssexCounty #MWBE ...
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Calling all entrepreneurs, small business owners, and aspiring business leaders!
Grow your network, promote your business, and connect with fellow entrepreneurs at the Small Business Mixer hosted by the City of Jersey City Office of Diversity & Inclusion and the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation (JCEDC).
This free networking event is a great opportunity to:
-Meet like-minded business owners
-Share ideas and build valuable connections
-Learn about resources available to help your business grow
-Expand your professional network in a welcoming environment
Tuesday, September 30
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
398 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Jersey City, NJ 07305
Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this is an excellent opportunity to connect with the local entrepreneurial community.
**Admission is FREE!** We hope to see you there.
#SmallBusiness #Networking #Entrepreneur #JerseyCity #JCEDC #BusinessMixer #BusinessGrowth #SupportSmallBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityConnections ...
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TOMORROW!
Essex County Office of Small Business Development is committed to connecting entrepreneurs with the information, partnerships, and tools they need to succeed. Whether you're launching a new business, looking for capital, pursuing government contracts, or preparing to scale, you don't have to navigate the journey alone.
Success starts with making the right connections. Let us help you find the resources, experts, and opportunities that can move your business forward.
Follow the Essex County Office of Small Business Development for upcoming workshops, networking events, funding opportunities, and business resources designed to help our local entrepreneurs thrive.
Register Here: www.ecsmallbiz.org/events/annual-business-resource-summit/
#EssexCounty #SmallBusiness #BusinessDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #GovernmentContracting #SupportSmallBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #EssexCountyBusiness ...
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