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UID:71066-1619568000-1627344000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:cGMP Online (April 2021)
DESCRIPTION:“Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) Regulations is the process that ensures the quality of a product by establishing manufacturing procedures\, ensuring that food is safe and has been prepared\, packed\, and stored under hygienic conditions. They describe the methods\, equipment\, facilities\, and controls for producing processed food. These had major updates with FSMA in 2015\, from section 110 to being recently archived and now replaced with section 117 in the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations).Upon the successful completion of this course\, student assessments will demonstrate competencies and measurable skills in the following areas: \nHow to apply and build the components and requirements of cGMP within the food and beverage industry.\nImplement cGMPs through the organization to ensure sanitary and processing requirements are being met.\nHow to conduct an internal audit that covers all necessary departments to report and observe relevant findings. A certificate of completion will be issued upon successful completion of the course and test.”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/cgmp-online-april-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20220813T225413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220813T225413Z
UID:56084-1619442000-1619445600@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Stimulus Support for New Jersey Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to the CARES Act\, NJMEP received funds to help offset the cost of training and consulting for New Jersey manufacturers.      \nStimulus funds are only available for a LIMITED time so the NJMEP team is hosting this no-cost webinar to show manufacturers how they can take advantage before the program ends in JUNE.   \nCOVID-19 caused countless disruptions in the manufacturing space. New Jersey businesses faced challenge after challenge\, but there is a way to move forward. New Jersey manufacturers can take advantage of Stimulus Support programs to mitigate these business pressures. No two businesses are the same\, and no two businesses are facing the exact same problems. There are countless ways to utilize this funding support to create solutions that align with your business goals for 2021 and beyond.  Stimulus Support programs are completely customizable to ensure any New Jersey manufacturing business can benefit.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/stimulus-support-for-new-jersey-manufacturing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20221021T132749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132749Z
UID:57640-1619080200-1619094600@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Succession Planning and Building the Value of Your Business
DESCRIPTION:“It is critical to plan for your future and the future of your business. Most business owners do not know the value of their company or understand options they could have for exiting when the time comes. As a result\, they have significant difficulty transitioning out and end up receiving a lot less than expected for their business. Now is the time to implement strategies for maximizing the value of your business and developing a succession plan with various options. Not only will your business be worth a lot more in the future\, you will also enjoy increased profitability and having a company that is much easier to run.  \nLearn about succession planning and maximizing the value of your business; a type of planning that helps business owners make the right decisions now to maximize the value of their business in the future.  \nThis course covers the following topics:\n– Succession Planning and Exit Strategy Options\n– Basic methods for valuing a business\n– 8 Key Value Builder Drivers for increasing the value of your company  \nParticipants in this training will:\n– Know what succession planning is and how it works\n– Understand the 8 Key Value Builder Drivers for increasing the value of your company\n– Obtain a complementary Value Builder Report with score and valuation of their company  \nBased on this knowledge it will be easier to:\n– Develop a plan for maximizing the value of your company\n– Identify opportunities and challenges in succession planning for your business\n– Make better decisions for achieving your future business goals”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/succession-planning-and-building-the-value-of-your-business-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210420T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20220810T141641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141641Z
UID:55960-1618920000-1618927200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Marijuana and the Workplace: What's New for 2021
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to register and attend NJMEP’s virtual webinar on the topic of marijuana laws in New Jersey.  Christopher Santomassimo\, an attorney with Santomassimo Davis LLP | Outside General Counsel Solutions™ in Parsippany\, NJ will present on the new developments with drug-testing and marijuana laws that are rapidly changing in New Jersey.  We understand that the changing landscape on the marijuana laws are confusing and the safety of our workplaces are important to everyone so please join us for this two hour complimentary webinar to learn more about this hot topic.\nWe will help you understand more about The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (The New Jersey “LAD”) and The NEW JERSEY COMPASSIONATE USE MEDICAL MARIJUANA ACT (CUMMA).  Know your rights as an employer as well as an employee in 2021.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/marijuana-and-the-workplace-whats-new-for-2021/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20240506T172122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172122Z
UID:70935-1618826400-1618830000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Resources for Recovery and Growth
DESCRIPTION:Join New Jersey Business Action Center Executive Director Melanie Willoughby as she shares details on the center’s many services and the government programs available to you. This one-hour webinar will highlight the business advocacy the center\, part of the New Jersey Department of State\, is known for\, offering the latest resources for your businesses’ growth and recovery. Melanie will highlight financing options\, export opportunities and grants\, the procurement process\, and the benefits of registering as a small business\, women/minority owned business\, or veteran-owned business. In addition\, Melanie will focus on the ways the center’s advocates can help businesses navigate government and their ability to coordinate with government agencies to help with permitting\, licensing\, and other compliance-related issues. Melanie is a longtime supporter of the New Jersey business community and her presentation will feature valuable insights and information sure to benefit your business.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/resources-for-recovery-and-growth/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20240506T172108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172108Z
UID:70890-1618389000-1619094600@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills for Managers in Spanish
DESCRIPTION:“Moving into a position of authority means meeting new challenges\, taking on new responsibilities\, and mastering new skills.  It may also mean learning to manage across cultural and language differences.   New Managers can often be overwhelmed by new responsibilities and anxious about the transition from “”coworker”” to “”boss.””\nWorkers who have recently become supervisors often worry about the way others will react to their new supervisor status … have concerns about keeping up with a tougher workload … and wonder how to handle the new tasks they will be faced with: hiring\, disciplinary action\, managing change\, even firing.\nA program to ease the transition …\nThis supervisory training course was specifically designed to address the needs of anyone who is new to managing others\, with a special focus on those managing in a multicultural workplace.  The content of this course will provide a powerful new set of skills\, strategies\, and techniques for dealing with the issues you will encounter as you take on your new position and move forward in your career.\nYou will find out how to relate well to former peers who are now your subordinates\, and you’ll learn the communication skills that will help you handle these changing relationships in a way that’s comfortable for everyone. You’ll discover secrets for motivating and encouraging people to do their “”personal best”” for you\, and find out how to discipline firmly and fairly\, without creating resentment. This supervisory training will show you how to positively influence the behavior of your workers.\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\nHow to communicate more effectively as a new supervisor\nWhen to be flexible\, and when to stand firm\nHow to build trust and gain respect\nStrategies for motivating others to achieve results\nThe truth about discipline — how to handle uncomfortable situations\nWhat every new supervisor and manager should know about hiring and firing\nTime management skills that really work\nAnd much\, much more!”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/supervisory-skills-for-managers-in-spanish-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20221021T132748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132748Z
UID:57634-1618302600-1618317000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Time Management and Delegation
DESCRIPTION:“This course includes pre-work of completing a weekly activity log. \nPurpose:\nTime management skills are essential for achieving results. This course provides the\ntools to set priorities and be more effective and productive. \nCourse Objectives: \nUpon completion of this course\, the participant will be able to:\n•	Analyze time for ways to become more effective\n•	Identify common time wasters and develop strategies to overcome them\n•	Categorize tasks that can be delegated and an approach to successful delegation \nTopics Covered Include: \n•	Benefits of Effective Time Management\n•	Common Time Wasters\n•	Overcoming Procrastination\n•	Eisenhower Urgent-Important Matrix\n•	Meeting Effectiveness\n•	Saying “No”\n•	The What and the How of Delegation”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/time-management-and-delegation-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20240506T172535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172535Z
UID:71105-1617784200-1618576200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:FSPCA Preventative Controls for Human Food
DESCRIPTION:“FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Course\nThe final rule for “Preventive Controls for Human Food” which was released in September 2015 to support the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requires food facilities to have a written food safety plan in place that includes an analysis of hazards and risk-based preventive controls to minimize or prevent the identified hazards. \nThe following course\, Preventive Controls for Human Food (PCHF)\, will go in depth with the requirements for Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls based food safety plan training. Participants will get familiar with all requirements of a Preventive Controls based food safety plan and how to design the plan. \nIn addition\, best practices and examples will be presented and participants can apply the freshly gained knowledge during practical exercises which show how to achieve compliance to the requirements. \nBy the end of the training course\, participants will be able to oversee or perform the following: \nCreating a Preventive Controls Food Safety Plan\nValidating preventive controls\nReviewing records for implementation and effectiveness\nReviewing corrective actions\nPerforming required re-analysis of the Food Safety Plan\nThe course\, developed by the FSCPA is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by the FDA. This will be delivered by Lead Instructor (certificate #a37c4bbf) for the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Course. In addition to the FSPCA course completion requirements\, our delivery will require passing an exam\, then the participant will receive a certificate. Successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “Preventative Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI)”. \nThe course is designed for: \nManagers\nOwners\nOperators\nQuality Control Personnel\nFood Safety Personnel”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/fspca-preventative-controls-for-human-food-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241118T010126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010126Z
UID:77953-1617697800-1618403400@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:NJMEP's Virtual Supply Chain Training Series
DESCRIPTION:NJMEP has put together a series of educational webinars defining and exploring the supply chain management business concept for small to medium size manufacturing organizations and their personnel.\nOrganizations no matter what size are involved in hundreds of supply chain processes requiring a cross-departmental and cross-organizational collaboration. Supply Chain Management is a new way of managing business focusing on processes from cradle-to-cradle or cradle-to-grave rather than on functions.\nThe term Supply Chain Management has been all over the news during the pandemic.  It is critical that business leaders and their staff understand what it is\, how to implement it\, and how to manage supply chains.\nNJMEP’s Supply Chain series offers participants a good understanding of the concept to begin introducing supply chain management into their organizations.\nSupply chain management has proven over and over again that it;\n	Increases Sales\n	Increases Competitiveness\n	Increases Profit Margins\n	Reduces Costs\nTraining will be facilitated in four-hour virtual training sessions on four separate dates.\nThe Segments to be covered are:\n1.	Defining A Supply Chain and Supply Chain Management\n2.	How to Play in The New Supply Chain Sandbox\n3.	Streamlining Your Procurement Area\n4.	Making the Most of Transportation and Logistics\n5.	Moving the Organization from Silos to Collaboration\n6.	Supply Chain Management and Risk\n7.	Technology and Supply Chain Management\n8.	Reducing Costs and Finding Savings in Our Supply Chains
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmeps-virtual-supply-chain-training-series-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210406T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210414T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20221021T132754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132754Z
UID:57656-1617697800-1618403400@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:NJMEP's Virtual Supply Chain Training Series
DESCRIPTION:NJMEP has put together a series of educational webinars defining and exploring the supply chain management business concept for small to medium size manufacturing organizations and their personnel.\nOrganizations no matter what size are involved in hundreds of supply chain processes requiring a cross-departmental and cross-organizational collaboration. Supply Chain Management is a new way of managing business focusing on processes from cradle-to-cradle or cradle-to-grave rather than on functions.\nThe term Supply Chain Management has been all over the news during the pandemic.  It is critical that business leaders and their staff understand what it is\, how to implement it\, and how to manage supply chains.\nNJMEP’s Supply Chain series offers participants a good understanding of the concept to begin introducing supply chain management into their organizations.\nSupply chain management has proven over and over again that it;\n	Increases Sales\n	Increases Competitiveness\n	Increases Profit Margins\n	Reduces Costs\nTraining will be facilitated in four-hour virtual training sessions on four separate dates.\nThe Segments to be covered are:\n1.	Defining A Supply Chain and Supply Chain Management\n2.	How to Play in The New Supply Chain Sandbox\n3.	Streamlining Your Procurement Area\n4.	Making the Most of Transportation and Logistics\n5.	Moving the Organization from Silos to Collaboration\n6.	Supply Chain Management and Risk\n7.	Technology and Supply Chain Management\n8.	Reducing Costs and Finding Savings in Our Supply Chains
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmeps-virtual-supply-chain-training-series-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241118T010126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010126Z
UID:77957-1616670000-1616673600@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar \nCompanies in the Defense Industry Base (DIB) supply chain need to be complaint with the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements to avoid losing Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.\nNJMEP has been working with these companies to help them understand the requirements\, assess their gaps\, and implement of the requirements.\nAttend this webinar to learn the most recent and relevant information regarding these requirements\, what is involved in implementation\, what next steps should be taken\, etc.\nTopics covered:\n-The CMMC requirements and implementation timeline\n-The new Interim Rule and how it impacts the timeline\n-Best Practices and Resources that can help\nWho should attend:\nBusiness Owners and leaders – who need to understand these requirements and how to become compliant\nInternal and External IT Resources – who will be asked to address the technical requirements\nAnyone else within your organization – who will be involved in the implementation of the technical\, physical or administration controls\nCompanies in your supply chain – that will also need to be compliant due to the flow down clause \nAbout NJMEP and our Cyber Link Program\nNJ Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP)\, part of the National Network of MEP centers and NIST MEP\, helps NJ manufacturers and STEM firms become more productive\, profitable and globally competitive.   \nCyber Link Program\nNJMEP has been working under a Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) grant to assist companies in the DoD Supply Chain with both the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cybersecurity requirements.  The Program aims to educate\, assess companies against the controls and assist them in implementing the requirements.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/dod-cybersecurity-requirements-webinar-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210325T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20221021T132755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132755Z
UID:57658-1616670000-1616673600@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar \nCompanies in the Defense Industry Base (DIB) supply chain need to be complaint with the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements to avoid losing Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.\nNJMEP has been working with these companies to help them understand the requirements\, assess their gaps\, and implement of the requirements.\nAttend this webinar to learn the most recent and relevant information regarding these requirements\, what is involved in implementation\, what next steps should be taken\, etc.\nTopics covered:\n-The CMMC requirements and implementation timeline\n-The new Interim Rule and how it impacts the timeline\n-Best Practices and Resources that can help\nWho should attend:\nBusiness Owners and leaders – who need to understand these requirements and how to become compliant\nInternal and External IT Resources – who will be asked to address the technical requirements\nAnyone else within your organization – who will be involved in the implementation of the technical\, physical or administration controls\nCompanies in your supply chain – that will also need to be compliant due to the flow down clause \nAbout NJMEP and our Cyber Link Program\nNJ Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP)\, part of the National Network of MEP centers and NIST MEP\, helps NJ manufacturers and STEM firms become more productive\, profitable and globally competitive.   \nCyber Link Program\nNJMEP has been working under a Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) grant to assist companies in the DoD Supply Chain with both the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cybersecurity requirements.  The Program aims to educate\, assess companies against the controls and assist them in implementing the requirements.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/dod-cybersecurity-requirements-webinar-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20220810T141644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141644Z
UID:55984-1616583600-1616587200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DoD Cybersecurity Requirements Webinar \nCompanies in the Defense Industry Base (DIB) supply chain need to be complaint with the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements to avoid losing Department of Defense (DoD) contracts.\nNJMEP has been working with these companies to help them understand the requirements\, assess their gaps\, and implement of the requirements.\nAttend this webinar to learn the most recent and relevant information regarding these requirements\, what is involved in implementation\, what next steps should be taken\, etc.\nTopics covered:\n-The CMMC requirements and implementation timeline\n-The new Interim Rule and how it impacts the timeline\n-Best Practices and Resources that can help\nWho should attend:\nBusiness Owners and leaders – who need to understand these requirements and how to become compliant\nInternal and External IT Resources – who will be asked to address the technical requirements\nAnyone else within your organization – who will be involved in the implementation of the technical\, physical or administration controls\nCompanies in your supply chain – that will also need to be compliant due to the flow down clause \nAbout NJMEP and our Cyber Link Program\nNJ Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP)\, part of the National Network of MEP centers and NIST MEP\, helps NJ manufacturers and STEM firms become more productive\, profitable and globally competitive.   \nCyber Link Program\nNJMEP has been working under a Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA) grant to assist companies in the DoD Supply Chain with both the NIST 800-171 and new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) cybersecurity requirements.  The Program aims to educate\, assess companies against the controls and assist them in implementing the requirements.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/dod-cybersecurity-requirements-webinar-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210322T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210325T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20220810T141637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141637Z
UID:55930-1616401800-1616675400@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:FSPCA  Foreign Supplier Verification Program
DESCRIPTION:The following course will provide the knowledge to implement the requirements of the Foreign Supplier Verification Program for importers of food for humans and animals. The course will be delivered by a FSCPA lead trainer and the curricula is based on the official requirements fo the FSCPA and is recognized by the FDA. Those who successfully complete the course will be registered with the FSCPA \, will receive an official  certificate of successful competition from the FSCPA. Those who successfully complete the FSCPA FSVP course will also be on file with the FDA.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/fspca-foreign-supplier-verification-program-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241118T010127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010127Z
UID:77959-1616090400-1616094000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Resource Meeting
DESCRIPTION:1st Qtr. Resource Meeting
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/virtual-resource-meeting-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241023T144708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T144708Z
UID:76923-1616090400-1616094000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Resource Meeting
DESCRIPTION:1st Qtr. Resource Meeting
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/virtual-resource-meeting-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241118T010125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010125Z
UID:77949-1615989600-1615993200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview
DESCRIPTION:Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option.  \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D.  \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210317T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20221021T132754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132754Z
UID:57653-1615989600-1615993200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview
DESCRIPTION:Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option.  \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D.  \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-7/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210317T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20221021T132750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132750Z
UID:57643-1615986000-1615993200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Increase Sales in 2021 - Digital Marketing is Vital
DESCRIPTION:In a post-COVID-19 world\, your digital marketing is more important than ever before. In this virtual training we will educate manufacturers on how to maximize their existing digital marketing efforts and introduce some new\, powerful marketing tools.\nWe will discuss and show the benefits of:\n1.	Your Website and Search Engine Optimization\n	Getting found on the web represents a significant challenge in a highly competitive marketplace.  We will make sure your site is set up according to Google’s Best Practices.  This give you an edge over your competition by ranking your page as high as possible in search results.\n2.	Automated marketing (Hubspot\, Salesforce\, Act-On)\n	Automated Marketing gives your sales a boost by not only monitoring how your existing customers are engaging with your marketing\, it also identifies behaviors and patterns that spotlight potential new clients that might otherwise have been missed.\n3.	Social Media\n	Social media marketing puts the power of Artificial Intelligence and audience engagement to work for your business.  You will get to know your audience like never before.  You will learn to nurture and solidify existing relationships while identifying and reaching out to new business.\n4.	Other Media – Podcasts\, Blogging\, Apps and Video\n	Traditional advertising in 2021 is anything but traditional. Utilizing alternate platforms like podcasts\, blogs and video will present your business to potential new clients in a way that feels less intrusive and blurs the line between marketing and entertainment. This grows your reach and delivers your brand message in a more personal way.”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/increase-sales-in-2021-digital-marketing-is-vital-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20221021T132747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221021T132747Z
UID:57631-1615969800-1616675400@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - Supervisory Skills for Managers
DESCRIPTION:“Moving into a position of authority means meeting new challenges\, taking on new responsibilities\, and mastering new skills.  It may also mean learning to manage across cultural and language differences.   New Managers can often be overwhelmed by new responsibilities and anxious about the transition from “”coworker”” to “”boss.””\nWorkers who have recently become supervisors often worry about the way others will react to their new supervisor status … have concerns about keeping up with a tougher workload … and wonder how to handle the new tasks they will be faced with: hiring\, disciplinary action\, managing change\, even firing.\nA program to ease the transition …\nThis supervisory training course was specifically designed to address the needs of anyone who is new to managing others\, with a special focus on those managing in a multicultural workplace.  The content of this course will provide a powerful new set of skills\, strategies\, and techniques for dealing with the issues you will encounter as you take on your new position and move forward in your career.\nYou will find out how to relate well to former peers who are now your subordinates\, and you’ll learn the communication skills that will help you handle these changing relationships in a way that’s comfortable for everyone. You’ll discover secrets for motivating and encouraging people to do their “”personal best”” for you\, and find out how to discipline firmly and fairly\, without creating resentment. This supervisory training will show you how to positively influence the behavior of your workers.\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\nHow to communicate more effectively as a new supervisor\nWhen to be flexible\, and when to stand firm\nHow to build trust and gain respect\nStrategies for motivating others to achieve results\nThe truth about discipline — how to handle uncomfortable situations\nWhat every new supervisor and manager should know about hiring and firing\nTime management skills that really work\nAnd much\, much more!”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/virtual-supervisory-skills-for-managers-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241023T144706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T144706Z
UID:76913-1615969800-1616070600@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Food Allergens
DESCRIPTION:Food allergens are one of the most common reasons for food recalls. Allergen control is an essential part of every food safety program and required by the new FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) rule for “Preventive controls for human food”. The training class will explain the major allergens and how to set up an effective allergen program to avoid cross contact and ensure food safety. Participants will create a framework of the allergen program which can be later customized to their business. A certificate for successfully completion will be issued after passing the written knowledge test at the end of the training class.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/food-allergens-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20220810T141640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141640Z
UID:55947-1615903200-1615906800@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview
DESCRIPTION:Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option.  \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D.  \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210316T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20240506T172113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172113Z
UID:70908-1615901400-1615912200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Assess\, retain and engage your existing staff
DESCRIPTION:“Please join NJMEP as Kristi Telschow\, CEO of Jersey Staffing\, teaches us valuable tools to assess your existing staff. You will learn what may be done to increase employee retention and how to develop key players.  Instructions on how to perform a S.W.O.T. Analysis for current staff members and the benefits of this matrix. \nThis training will be broken into four parts: \nPart 1 – Evaluating Business Staff\, Current and Future\, to Meet Business Demands  \nPart 2 – S.W.O.T. Analysis of Current Staff\n•	SWOT Analysis is a simple but useful framework for analyzing your staff member’s strengths\, weaknesses\, opportunities\, and threats. It helps you to build on what members do well\, to address what they are lacking\, to minimize risks\, and to take the greatest possible advantage of chances for their success.\nPart 3 – Employee Retention and Development of Key Players \nPart 4 – Setting Clear Expectations with Defined Job Descriptions\, KPI’s and Accountability Check-ins\n“
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/assess-retain-and-engage-your-existing-staff-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20230119T182634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T182634Z
UID:60035-1615370400-1615374000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Landing on Page One of Google and Winning Business from SEO
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/landing-on-page-one-of-google-and-winning-business-from-seo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241118T010008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010008Z
UID:77887-1615365000-1615465800@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Self-Awareness Training Program
DESCRIPTION:This program will consist of two days of training at four hours each. During the program\, participants will have the opportunity to understand the benefits of assessing current preferences and practices using one of the most powerful and multifaceted personality assessments designed to help a person understand who they are and who they can become. Personality Profilers – An instrument designed for self-development\, this profiler will help one identify their strengths as well as learning how to identify the preferences of others that contribute to better communications\, collaboration\, and positive relationships.       \nIn addition\, program participants will gain insight as to how their personality profile and temperament type contribute to organizational effectiveness from both the individual and the team aspects.  Participants will gain insight into what stresses them and how to better manage stress.  The program also provides recommended career paths or occupations that most align with the results of this personality type. \nThis program uses a personality profiler that accurately captures the intricacy and uniqueness of individual behavior.  Descriptions of personalities not only give us clues about who we are\, but also about how we will operate and behave in the future. Facet Scales provide an in-depth personality portrait that is comprehensive\, accurate\, and unique to each individual.   \nOverall\, this program will provide insights into why self-awareness is important and establishes a foundation from which leaders can improve themselves and target specific interpersonal skills that will enable them to coach and lead others. \nSelf-awareness increases the ability to communicate effectively and lead teams in day-to-day activities and through periods of change. Soft skillsets\, including emotional intelligence\, exists within most change management and leadership programs. This program\, by identifying individuals’ goals\, will help participants:\n•	Improve interpersonal skills\n•	Learn ways to reduce stress and increase effectiveness\n•	Nurture the competencies that foster engagement\n•	Create cultures that value continuous improvement\n•	Achieve better collaboration with others
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/self-awareness-training-program-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210305T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241118T010125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010125Z
UID:77951-1614938400-1614942000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Introduction & Overview of NJMEP's Supply Chain Training Series
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will offer an overview of the series of educational webinars defining and exploring the supply chain management business concept for small to medium size manufacturing organizations and their personnel.\nOrganizations no matter what size are involved in hundreds of supply chain processes requiring a cross-departmental and cross-organizational collaboration. Supply Chain Management is a new way of managing business focusing on processes from cradle-to-cradle or cradle-to-grave rather than on functions.\nThe term Supply Chain Management has been all over the news during the pandemic.  It is critical that business leaders and their staff understand what it is\, how to implement it\, and how to manage supply chains.\nThis overview will explain what NJMEP’s Supply Chain series will offer participants and should be attended by all businesses that want a good understanding of the concept to begin introducing supply chain management into their organizations.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/introduction-overview-of-njmeps-supply-chain-training-series-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210304T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20220810T141632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T141632Z
UID:55915-1614852000-1614855600@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Introduction & Overview of NJMEP's Supply Chain Training Series
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will offer an overview of the series of educational webinars defining and exploring the supply chain management business concept for small to medium size manufacturing organizations and their personnel.\nOrganizations no matter what size are involved in hundreds of supply chain processes requiring a cross-departmental and cross-organizational collaboration. Supply Chain Management is a new way of managing business focusing on processes from cradle-to-cradle or cradle-to-grave rather than on functions.\nThe term Supply Chain Management has been all over the news during the pandemic.  It is critical that business leaders and their staff understand what it is\, how to implement it\, and how to manage supply chains.\nThis overview will explain what NJMEP’s Supply Chain series will offer participants and should be attended by all businesses that want a good understanding of the concept to begin introducing supply chain management into their organizations.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/introduction-overview-of-njmeps-supply-chain-training-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20240506T172111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172111Z
UID:70899-1614241800-1614256200@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:Succession Planning and Building the Value of Your Business
DESCRIPTION:“It is critical to plan for your future and the future of your business. Most business owners do not know the value of their company or understand options they could have for exiting when the time comes. As a result\, they have significant difficulty transitioning out and end up receiving a lot less than expected for their business. Now is the time to implement strategies for maximizing the value of your business and developing a succession plan with various options. Not only will your business be worth a lot more in the future\, you will also enjoy increased profitability and having a company that is much easier to run.  \nLearn about succession planning and maximizing the value of your business; a type of planning that helps business owners make the right decisions now to maximize the value of their business in the future.  \nThis course covers the following topics:\n– Succession Planning and Exit Strategy Options\n– Basic methods for valuing a business\n– 8 Key Value Builder Drivers for increasing the value of your company  \nParticipants in this training will:\n– Know what succession planning is and how it works\n– Understand the 8 Key Value Builder Drivers for increasing the value of your company\n– Obtain a complementary Value Builder Report with score and valuation of their company  \nBased on this knowledge it will be easier to:\n– Develop a plan for maximizing the value of your company\n– Identify opportunities and challenges in succession planning for your business\n– Make better decisions for achieving your future business goals”
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/succession-planning-and-building-the-value-of-your-business-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20241118T010005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T010005Z
UID:77869-1613570400-1613574000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview
DESCRIPTION:Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option.  \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D.  \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141605
CREATED:20240506T172120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T172120Z
UID:70929-1613570400-1613574000@www.njmep.org
SUMMARY:NJMEP R&D Tax Credit Overview
DESCRIPTION:Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about R&D Tax credits – There are countless challenges\, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We were discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and saw R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option.  \nManufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D.  \nSign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you.
URL:https://www.njmep.org/calendar-event/njmep-rd-tax-credit-overview-8/
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