Established New Jersey small businesses that would like assistance to develop or expand their internet presence can now turn to a no-cost online referral program launched by New Jersey’s Business Action Center (NJBAC).
The Mentor Matchmaking and Internet Presence referral programs are the latest additions to a host of no-cost services that the NJBAC provides to New Jersey businesses of all sizes.
Under the Mentor Matchmaking program, a New Jersey small business in operation for five years or less can search for a mentor from a list of participating nonprofits that have agreed to provide services at no cost.
Companies will be referred to a nonprofit that best matches their search criteria.
“Businesses face so many challenges in understanding the ‘rules of road’ of doing business, especially in a constantly evolving economic landscape. Our matchmaking referral program facilitates the sharing of knowledge, which is especially important during times of uncertainty. Additionally, the Internet Presence referral program recognizes that the 21st century economy is an e-economy where businesses must have a digital presence to conduct or grow their business,” Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way, who oversees the NJBAC in her capacity as Secretary of State, said.
To use the referral programs, eligible businesses must visit the NJBAC website and go to “Referral Services” from the top menu bar. Users will have the option of choosing Mentor Matchmaking Referral Service or Internet Presence Referral Service from that page.
“We look forward to assisting small businesses find the mentoring assistance they need to guide them or to identify an organization that can support them creating or building on their internet presence,” NJBAC Executive Director Melanie Willoughby said. “We are proud to partner with the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA); the NJ Small Business Development Centers (NJSBDC); SCORE; The New Jersey State Women’s Chamber of Commerce (NJSWC); and the Women’s Center for Entrepreneurship (WCEC) to the provide their resources and support.”
