For Information Contact:

Jacqueline E. Baptiste

African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey

[email protected]

www.aaccnj.com

609-571-1620

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 20, 2023

Mobile Academy to Launch AACCNJ Entrepreneur Academy

(TRENTON, NJ – October 20, 2023) The African American Chamber of Commerce New Jersey’s (AACCNJ) Mobile Academy is pleased to announce the formation of the AACCNJ Entrepreneur Academy. This eight-part program is tailored to empower new entrepreneurs and those considering business ownership by equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their ventures. All classes will be free of charge, facilitated by seasoned entrepreneurs and consultants, and held in-person at Mill One located at 1 N. Johnston Avenue, Hamilton, NJ.

The AACCNJ Entrepreneur Academy will cover a wide range of topics crucial to entrepreneurial success, including:

1. ABCs of Starting a Small Business
2. Writing a Business Plan/QuickBooks
3. Goal Setting
4. Marketing Your Business
5. 5 Cs of Credit/Access to Capital
6. Accounting Do’s and Don’ts and Taxes
7. Networking 101
8. Excellent Customer Service
9. How to Obtain MBE or WMBE Certifications

"We are excited to offer this opportunity to aspiring entrepreneurs in New Jersey," said John E. Harmon Sr., IOM, Founder, President and CEO of AACCNJ. "The AACCNJ Entrepreneur Academy empowers individuals from all backgrounds to take the next step toward realizing their dreams of self-sufficiency and generational wealth creation. By providing this program at no cost, we aim to remove barriers and ensure that all interested individuals have the chance to participate."

The AACCNJ Entrepreneur Academy is a testament to AACCNJ's ongoing commitment to fostering economic growth and equity in disadvantaged communities. This initiative aligns with AACCNJ’s mission to provide resources, opportunities, and information to individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the business world.

Click here to be considered for the academy’s inaugural cohort. For any inquiries or assistance, please send an email to [email protected].

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About the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey

The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) performs an essential role in the economic viability of New Jersey. While providing a platform for New Jersey’s African American business leaders to speak with a collective voice, the AACCNJ advocates and promotes economic diversity fostering a climate of business growth through major initiatives centered on education and public policy. The AACCNJ serves as a proactive advocacy group and holds a 501(c)(3) tax exemption, as does the National Black Chamber of Commerce, with which the AACCNJ is affiliated.