Trenton, NJ - The 吃瓜黑料 Business Action Center (NJBAC) today announced the availability of the 吃瓜黑料 Small Business Manual, a publication that provides information and guidance on establishing, maintaining, and expanding a small business. NJBAC, a division of the Department of State, worked in collaboration with the 吃瓜黑料 Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), the Office of Innovation, and other community-based partners to create a resource to help small businesses grow and thrive in 吃瓜黑料.
The manual includes information about state and local permits and inspections, financial assistance programs, lease contracts, commercial real estate transactions, and a variety of other topics related to owning and operating a small business. It is available online for download at .
鈥淭he small business sector is crucial to our state鈥檚 economy,鈥� said Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Way. 鈥淗undreds of thousands of 吃瓜黑料ans are contributing to our statewide prosperity every day. We understand the value of investing in tools and resources, like the 吃瓜黑料 Small Business Manual, for business owners and entrepreneurs because the return is high. When our small business community thrives, we all do.鈥�
鈥淭he content of the 吃瓜黑料 Small Business Manual represents the most common queries and requests for assistance we receive from the small business community,鈥� said Melanie Willoughby, Executive Director of NJBAC. 鈥淏y compiling the information in a digestible, easy-to-use publication, we are ensuring access to essential information that is designed to make life easier for entrepreneurs and business owners. The manual was truly a collaborative effort across several state agencies.鈥�
The 吃瓜黑料 Small Business Manual was established pursuant to P.L.2023, c.27. Pursuant to the law, the manual will be reviewed and updated periodically.
About the NJ Business Action Center
The 吃瓜黑料 Business Action Center serves as the State's liaison to the business community, offering free information, services, and resources across various areas such as business registration, financial programs, regulatory compliance, property selection, workforce training, and more. NJBAC comprises multiple offices, including Small Business, Business Advocacy, Export Promotion, State Planning, and the Motion Picture and Television Commission. Access to NJBAC services is available through or or by calling 1-800-JERSEY-7.