Small business owners seeking guidance on growth and business planning have an opportunity to attend a free event organized by the Meadowlands Chamber of Commerce. Scheduled for January 14 in Lyndhurst, the event is hosted by the Chamber’s Small Business Council.
Dr. Nicol Nicola, director of Economic and Demographic Research at the New Jersey Department of Labor, will be the featured speaker. The agenda includes discussions on identifying growth opportunities, analyzing compensation benchmarks, forecasting workforce needs, and understanding market trends. These topics are designed to help participants identify hiring industries using wage and demographic data that can inform recruitment strategies, networking efforts, and community engagement.
Attendees will also participate in a live economic survey with immediate feedback on results.
For additional details or registration information, interested parties can visit the event website.
The New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) serves as a resource for employers across multiple sectors in New Jersey. According to its official website, NJBIA is recognized as the largest statewide employer association in the country. The organization promotes business success by providing members with essential information and services while encouraging collaboration among businesses, government agencies, and academic institutions.
NJBIA also supports private-sector employers throughout New Jersey by offering advocacy and cost-saving benefits aimed at fostering business prosperity. Michele Siekerka currently leads NJBIA as president and chief executive officer (source).
