The event will be held May 19, 2009 at the SBDC center at Raritan College at Branchburg, NJ. The agenda for the day begins at 8:00am with networking and check-in, followed by a Town-Hall style meeting and breakout workshops filled with roundtable discussions.
“Entrepreneurs drive this country’s economy” stated Eric W. Leaman, Director of The Organization for Entrepreneurial Development.
OED is a 501(c)(3) NJ-based non profit dedicated to fostering entrepreneurism. ‘Each big business’ in the headlines today started as a passion of an entrepreneur. Yet those we serve consistently voice frustration that the innovation, energy, and contributions of this group of business owners go largely unnoticed by many in government. A favorite citation of his is Ronald Reagan’s comment, “Entrepreneurs are the forgotten heroes of America.”
In addition to providing up-to-date information about government and banking resources available to small businesses, this symposium promises to provide everyone who attends with an opportunity to identify their unmet support and resource needs. Most importantly, participants will begin working together to help each other survive and prosper during the current economic crisis.
This event is open to ALL entrepreneurs, whether running an established venture or a start up venture in need of guidance. Registration for the event is being capped at $25 per person to maintain accessibility to all business owners in this difficult economy. Registration is available at www.oedglobal.org/Support_Grants/May192009.htm.
For more information regarding the Symposium or the mission and background of the Organization for Entrepreneurial Development, please contact OED Director and Trustee Eric W. Leaman at 800-767-0999 or via email to eleaman@oedglobal.org.
