Est. 1976 · 50 Years of Service
Start, run, and grow your business at No Cost.
Confidential no-cost consulting, training, and resources from the network that’s helped over 150,000 New Jersey entrepreneurs.
What We Do
Expert Support Across
Every Stage of Your Business
No-Cost Counseling
One-on-one guidance for new and established businesses, from first plan through growth and scale.
No-Cost Counseling
One-on-one guidance for new and established businesses, from first plan through growth and scale.
No-Cost Counseling
One-on-one guidance for new and established businesses, from first plan through growth and scale.
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2025 Impact
By the numbers.
Clients Advised
Entrepreneurs and small businesses received one-on-one counseling across New Jersey.
Clients opened new businesses with NJSBDC guidance and support.
Jobs Supported
Jobs created and retained statewide through supported businesses.
Capital Secured
Funding facilitated through loans and investments to help clients grow.
Client Showcase
Every Number Holds a Story
Behind every number are businesses across New Jersey making progress with the right support.
Lisa’s Cafe Opens a Second Location
After two years of steady weekend lines, Lisa worked with her regional NJSBDC advisor on cash flow projections and an SBA loan package, opening her second cafe without giving up ownership.
Hale Robotics Wins SBIR Phase II Award
Hale Robotics worked with NJSBDC on SBIR readiness coaching, securing a $1.1M Phase II award and accelerating their R&D roadmap by 18 months.
Studio Mercer Grows from 2 to 12 Employees
A two-person studio became a twelve-person firm in three years. NJSBDC advisors guided hiring, pricing, and operating-model decisions along the way.
Our Partners
A Federal, State, and University Partnership
The NJSBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Rutgers Business School, and the New Jersey Business Action Center. Additional support is received from colleges and universities that host our regional centers, along with other public and private sector partners across New Jersey.
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