News from the Middlesex Chamber - April 2022
Member Spotlight: NJ Small Business Development Center at Rutgers University-New Brunswick
At the heart of Middlesex County is its diverse and quality workforce. As the second-largest county in New Jersey in terms of the number of businesses, the local Small Business Development Center is invaluable to Middlesex’s economy. 

With the ongoing pandemic, the NJ Small Business Development Center (NJSBDC) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick has supported businesses by providing basic survival skills such as: Recovery of staff and customers, restoring/resurrecting businesses and launching new profitable businesses. 

“The SBDC has been the connector to federal, county and state programs designed to restore business normalcy,” said Elayne P. McClaine, who started the center as the Regional Director in 2013. “Many of our mainstream course content has been modified to reflect the new tools needed to operate a business in a post-pandemic economy.”

The NJSBDC in New Brunswick services more than 1,000 clients each year and has generated millions of dollars in investment impact, McClaine explained. Because of the pandemic, at least 75% of the course content now explores new electronic strategies for doing business. 

“Online methods of doing business have become a major area of restructuring for most entrepreneurs,” she added.

The NJSBDC at Rutgers NB is looking forward to hosting its Summer 2022 Lean Business Planning Workshop series to assist clients in developing a business model that can become the cornerstone of their business plan. The June program, which is sponsored annually by the Regional Business Assistance Corporation, is a ‘don’t-miss’ opportunity for small businesses looking to launch or relaunch business innovation.

Meanwhile, McClaine and the NJSBDC have partnered with the Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce (MCRCC) to share and develop resources for entrepreneurs throughout the county. At the onset of the pandemic, the NJSBDC created and hosted programming for MCRCC to connect pre-membership clients to services. 

“This collaboration with MCRCC has helped the SBDC clientele to grow to thousands of new and established businesses,” said McClaine. 

Learn more about the NJSBDC and register for upcoming programming at www.business.rutgers.edu/njsbdcnb.
Members Celebrated the Season at the
Spring Meet & Greet
Members and guests had a blast celebrating the start of the new season at the Spring Meet & Greet on April 13!

While chatting and networking, attendees enjoyed delicious food and some tee time at Topgolf Edison.

Tasty food paired with a cash bar and good conversation made for the perfect Wednesday evening!
Meet Us on the Banks Next Week
76th Annual Bernie Cohn Golf Classic
You’re invited to our Bernie Cohn Memorial Golf Classic and 76th Annual Outing on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, 7:30 AM at the Forsgate Country Club in Monroe Township.

Each year our Annual Golf Classic serves as an opportunity for the business and community leaders of Middlesex County to connect while supporting the Chamber’s efforts to improve Middlesex County.
Celebrate in Luxurious Style at the May Meet & Greet
Wednesday, May 11, 5 PM
Join the Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce for our May Meet & Greet on Wednesday, May 11th, 5 PM, at The Edge at Raritan Heights, 11 US Highway 1 in New Brunswick.

Nestled on the banks of the Raritan River, with a spectacular view, is The Edge at Raritan Heights, New Brunswick’s Brand New, Luxurious and Upscale Apartments 

Join Us in The Edge at Raritan Heights’ exclusive bar/lounge and adjoining great room for complimentary cocktails and light fare

The Edge at Raritan Heights offers:
  • Discounts to preferred employers, including waived upfront fees, reduced security deposits and flexible lease options
  • A full month’s commission to residential real estate brokers 
Spring Food Drive This Weekend
Saturday, April 30, 10 AM
Mark Your Calendars
May Networking Breakfast:
Friday, May 20th
8:30 - 10 a.m.

Join the Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce for our May Networking Breakfast Friday, May 20th at The Heldrich Hotel, 10 Livingston Ave in New Brunswick.
2022 Hispanic Business Expo:
Tuesday, July 19th
4 - 8 p.m.

You’re invited to our Bernie Cohn Memorial Golf Classic and 76th Annual Outing on Tuesday, May 3, 2022, 7:30 AM at the Forsgate Country Club in Monroe Township. Each year our Annual Golf Classic serves as an opportunity for the business and community leaders of Middlesex County to connect while supporting the Chamber’s efforts to improve Middlesex County.
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Submit A Promotion, News, Announcement or Upcoming Event
Members are encouraged to submit Promotions, News, Announcements or Upcoming Events through the Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce Submission Portal.

Submissions must include a brief summary and a copy-ready graphic, flyer or press release (PDF Only).

Postings may be featured in The Daily Update.
Welcome, New Members! Welcome Back, Returning Members!
Membership Reflects Central Jersey’s Growing Business Community

The MCRCC is pleased to welcome new members to our ever-growing Central Jersey business community. We are also grateful to our returning partners, who have renewed their commitment to America’s greatest chamber!

Welcome, New Members!

Peoples Secuirty Bank & Trust Co. 
Brandon Becerril Financial Professional
NJ Delivery & Errand Services 
Wayforth LLC

Welcome Back, Returning Members!

La Bonbonniere Bake Shoppes 
Eyet Law
Parker Health Group, Inc
Habitat for Humanity - Greater Plainfield
Berkeley College
Guaranteed Rate
Assured Partners
Access Self Storage
Lincoln Technical Institute
New Jersey Clean Energy Program
Chateau Grand Hotel
The Original Thin Crust PIzza Company
Manasquan Bank
World Insurance Association
Horizon BCBSNJ
Holmes and McDowell
NAI DiLeo-Bram & Co.
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