MONTCLAIR, NJ – Free online video discussions to help small Montclair businesses secure aid and support in light of the pandemic will be presented on Mondays at 10 a.m., starting on April 6.
A joint effort of the Montclair Center BID, the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation of Montclair State University and DesignShed, the “Montclair Mondays: Supporting Our Local Businesses” discussions will be presented on ZOOM and feature speakers, including economic experts, community leaders and local business owners. The webcasts can be accessed via ZOOM. More details will also be available at montclaircenter.com
To register and receive an invitation to the conference, please fill out the form here
For the first episode, the program will be “Understanding Federal and State Aid Together.”
SESSION 1: Monday April 6th @ 10 am- 11:15 am
“Understanding Federal and State Aid Together”
● Melanie Willoughby, Executive Director, NJ Business Action Center
● Carley Graham Garcia, Executive Director, MSU’s Feliciano Center Entrepreneurship & Innovation
● Kimberly Weisul, Editor-at-Large, Inc. Magazine
● Jen Bobal, Owner, Pure Energy Hair Studio, Montclair Center BID member (SBA
applicant)
● Thomas J Owens, CPA (accountant perspective for small and medium businesses)
It is recommended that viewers read or watch the following resources for participating in the discussion:
Pre-Read / Watch Materials
NJ State Resources
● COVID-19 Information for New Jersey Businesses from NJEDA HERE
Federal Resources
● US Small Business Assoc. Disaster Loan Assistance
Montclair Center BID, the Feliciano Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation of Montclair State University and Montclair Design Week are working together to find solutions and support for local business community during this global crisis. Questions can be addressed to montclaircenter@montclaircenter.com