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Burlington County Continuing Small Business Workshop Series in 2024

The events are free and offered as a service to businesses operating in the county and to residents thinking about starting a new business. Advance registration is required.

Burlington County Commissioner Deputy Director Dan O’Connell and Burlington County Commissioner Tom Pullion speak with small business owners and entrepreneurs at the Burlington County Library System’s Main Branch in Westampton during one of the County’s small business workshops last year. The Commissioners and Burlington County Bridge Commission announced the workshop series would continue this year, starting with a seminar on Jan. 17 at the Maple Shade Municipal Building.

Burlington County is offering more free classes to help local businesses grow and thrive.

The Burlington County Commissioners and Burlington County Bridge Commission announced the Burlington County Small Business Workshop Series would continue in 2024, starting with a seminar on business taxes and two others dedicated to Human Resources rules and marketing and social media skills.

“Small businesses are essential to Burlington County’s economy and our communities. When our local small businesses succeed, we all benefit,” said Burlington County Commissioner Director Felicia Hopson. “The information and knowledge shared during these seminars can make a real difference to both new and longtime business owners, so we’re thrilled the Bridge Commission’s Department of Economic Development continues to offer this assistance.”

The first workshop of 2024 will be held in person on Wednesday, Jan. 17, from 10 AM to noon, at the Maple Shade Municipal Building at 200 Stiles Avenue.

Officials from the Burlington County Department of Economic Development, and Bowman and Company, LLC will lead the free seminar on business tax prep. Topics will include understanding tax basics, potential deductions businesses can use and other tips to help business owners save money and avoid costly mistakes.

“It’s a great opportunity for any small business owner, including new entrepreneurs, independent contractors and freelancers,” Hopson said.

A virtual workshop will be held on Jan. 25 from 6 PM to 7:30 PM and will cover HR issues and compliance, including new Department of Labor rules related to overtime pay and exemptions for salaried workers. The online class will be led by Burlington County Department of Economic Development staff and officials from TAHR Services Inc.

The third seminar will be held in person on Feb. 22, from 10 AM to 2 PM, at the Burlington County Human Services Building, 795 Woodlane Road, Westampton. It will cover marketing and social media skills and strategies, including how to craft a marketing plan and harness the power of social media.

All classes are free, but registration is required. Register online at www.bcbridges.org/economic-development/.

The seminars are the latest in a series of workshops and programs by the Bridge Commission and Department of Economic Development in partnership with the Burlington County Commissioners and other organizations, such as the New Jersey Business Action Center, the Burlington County Library System, UCEDC, TD Bank and the Small Business Development Center.

Previous seminars covered topics such as procuring business financing, writing a business plan, assessing financial needs, and conducting a market analysis.

In addition to the seminar, the Bridge Commission and County hosted a Small Business Resource Fair last May at Rowan College at Burlington County and a business networking event in October.

“The feedback we’ve received from small business owners who attended the prior seminars was fantastic, so the Bridge Commission is excited to offer more assistance in 2024,” said Matt Riggins, chairman of the Burlington County Bridge Commission. “Working together with the Commissioners and other partner organizations, we’re helping to build Burlington County’s reputation as a business-friendly destination where both large and small enterprises can find success.”

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