Her business represents a ripple in a much larger pond-the growing economic development of small businesses throughout New Jersey. In the year 2,000, the center's firms garnered over 2,077 separate contract awards from government agencies. Although the center's main office is located in Newark, it operates satellite offices in Trenton, Mount Holly and Atlantic City. The first step begins by educating small business owners so that can sell to a government agency. Then they are trained as to what marketing tools are available to level the playing field for small businesses.
Private attorneys charge hundreds of dollars to help a client become certified.
Sadly from what I've seen they often do not succeed. We have a 98 percent success rate. The center also helps business owners expand their definition of customers. The center also provides training in e-commerce and updates on the bidding process. All services are free of charge.