2021 Programming

INFORMATION REGARDING COVID-19 RESOURCES

The HCEDC, in our service to the community, is proud to provide resources to help guide residents and businesses through the assessment and planning process to sustain your business as we navigate through the uncertainty of COVID-19. We will update this information as additional resources become available. For more information or if you need additional guidance please contact Michelle Richardson, Executive Director at (201) 369-4370, ext. 3, or via email, info@hudsonedc.org.

Stay in the know about upcoming education and information sessions focusing on comprehensive financial access, professional training, and affordable housing. Follow this link to receive HCEDC Updates via E-mail!

Join the HCEDC, Bergen County, Passaic County, America’s SBDC at William Paterson University and the School of Continuing and Professional Education at William Paterson University on Thursday, November 18th, 9:30 am-10:30 am for a Free Virtual Webinar, “Clarifying US SBA PPP and EIDL Loans- Terms and Conditions and Forgiveness Provisions”

Register now for this opportunity to learn from the experts about these programs! Register at: Clarifying US SBA PPP and EIDL Loans – Terms and Conditions and Forgiveness Provisions Webinar

The HCEDC, Bergen County, Passaic County and America’s SBDC at William Paterson University Webinar, “Counting Down to New Jersey’s 2022 Plastic Carryout Bag and Polystyrene Foam Ban” Webinar

The HCEDC joined Bergen County, Passaic County and America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at William Paterson University for a webinar focused on Helping Businesses Prepare for the Plastic Carryout Bag and Polysterene Foam Ban in New Jersey.

In case you missed it, the webinar can be viewed at Helping Businesses Prepare for the Plastic Carryout Bag and Polysterene Foam Ban in New Jersey

The webinar slides are available below: [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.hudsonedc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/9-15-BHP-SBDC-Plastic-Bag-Ban.pdf” title=”Counting Down to NJ’s 2022 Ban on Plastic Carryout Bags and Polystyrene Foam”].

The HCEDC, Bergen County and Passaic County Webinar on the New Jersey Economic Development Authority Emergency Assistance Loan Program, Phase 2.

The HCEDC joined Bergen County, Passaic County and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) for a webinar on the NJEDA’s Small Business Emergency Assistance Loan Program, Phase 2.

In case you missed it, the webinar can be viewed at: bit.ly/NJEDA_Phase2recordingIf prompted, please use the passcode: jJI%mas4.

The webinar slides are available at: bit.ly/NJEDA_Phase2slides

For more information, please visit the Loan Information Hub at: bit.ly/NJEDA_SmallBizLoans

 

The HCEDC presents The 15 Minute City: Planning The Post-Pandemic American Future, a Three-Part Webinar Series

Session 3: Introduction to Refashioning Our Parking Regulations and Development Choices for Fiscal Health

The HCEDC proudly presents the 15 Minute City: Planning The Post-Pandemic American Future, a Three-Part Webinar Series. This informative series explores improved transportation choices, improved mobility, walkability, more housing, and improved economic and fiscal health.

In Case You Missed It View: Session 3: Introduction to Refashioning Our Parking Regulations and Development Choices for Fiscal Health

Session 2: Introduction to Proven Ways to Improve Walkability and the Pedestrian Experience in Our Towns and Cities

 

In case you missed it, view: Session 2: Introduction to Proven Ways to Improve Walkability and the Pedestrian Experience in Our Towns and Cities

Session 1: Introduction to an Alternative Model to Our Current Commuting Culture

Session 1 focused on an Introduction to an Alternative Model to Our Current Commuting Culture.

In case you missed it, view Session 1: Introduction to an Alternative Model to Our Current Commuting Culture

Grow Your Business With the Power of Census Data

This Spring, the Hudson County Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with the U.S. Census Bureau, presented a Free Webinar: Grow Your Business With the Power of Census Data featuring business case studies from local business experts.

Entrepreneurs, business owners and resource organizations that support them will learn how valuable census data can help build strong businesses. Gain insight into your target customer, market and competition through access to demographic and business data.

View the full webinar

 

Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant Program Webinar

The Hudson County Economic Development Corporation, along with Bergen County and Passaic County partnered to host a webinar focused on the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s Phase 4 Small Businss Assistance Grant Program. This beneficial program will provide short-term operating cupport to a broad range of New Jersey small and medium-sized businesses and non-profits that have been negatively impacted during the declared state of emergency.

For More Information: New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant Program Phase 4

COVID-19 Workplace Health and Safety & Benefits: What Employers Need to Know

This webinar provides businesses of all sizes, from the family-owned business to the corporate campuses, critical information they need for successful recovery in the COVID-19 environment. The NJ Business Action Center, a state business advocacy agency, within the NJ Department of State details the services and benefits available to employers from government. The NJ Department of Labor outlines the health & safety standards required in a COVID 19 environment, plus providing critical information on the complex series of benefit programs available to workers and administered by employers.

View the Presentation from this Webinar: NJBAC NJDOL Webinar Presentation

View the Video from this Webinar: NJBAC NJDOL Webinar Video

New Jersey Redevelopment Authority Small Business Lease Emergency Assistance Grant Program Webinar

The HCEDC was proud to join the New Jersey Redevelopment Authority for a webinar on NJRA’s Small Business Lease Emergency Assistance Grant Program. This commercial rent relief program provides grants up to $10,000 for COVID-impacted small businesses and nonprofits located in 66 designated municipalites, including the Hudson County municipalities of: Bayonne, Harrison, Hoboken, Jersey City, Kearny, North Bergen, Union City, Weehawken and West New York.

Hudson County Community College Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development Business Webinar: Encore Presentation! Learn about Information Security and Best Practices in Risk Management


The global spread of COVID-19 and the impact on data privacy, protection and security has raised one crucial question: Does your business have an information security plan? No matter how big or small your company is, safeguarding your information assets is critical to your bottom line. These challenges drive companies and organizations to ensure their digital experience platforms are secure and forward-looking. Learn ways that you can take action now to preserve, detect and respond to data security vulnerabilities.