
How to Purchase a Business or Franchise
SB435 – 3 hours
Learn how to identify and then research a credible franchise or existing business.
Instructor: Charles Mizejewski, Sun Belt Business Brokers/FranNet NJ
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60036, Wed, Feb 12, 6-9pm
CANCELLED CRN 60037, Mon, Apr 6, 6-9pm
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.

Create Your Local Business Listing on Google & Bing
SB450 – 3 hours
Getting found in the search engines is critical for your business. Learn how to create your free Local Business Listing on Google and Bing, and discuss other opportunities. This class is intended for small business owners with an office or retail address (not work from home).
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60038 Wed, Feb 26, 6-9pm
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.

NJ Division of Revenue & Taxation Small Business Tax Workshop
SB209 – 4 hours
NJ Division of Taxation personnel will explain proper procedures for collecting and remitting various New Jersey taxes. A focal point of each workshop is the sales tax responsibilities of small businesses including the description of taxable and exempt sales and services.
Instructor: NJ Division of Taxation
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
Fri, Mar 6, 10am-2pm
Virtual seats are also available for this class.
Attend In-Person = CRN 60080
Attend Via Webinar = CRN 60081
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.

Online Businesses and NJ Sales Tax
SB282 – 2 hours
Do you have an Online Business that sells taxable products? The Division of Taxation personnel will explain the tax laws applicable to your business. They will define what products and services are taxable, collecting NJ Sales Tax on sales inside and outside NJ, shipping products, and how to file Sales and Use Tax returns.
Instructor: NJ Division of Taxation
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
Fri, Mar 13, 10am-12pm
Attend In-Person = CRN 60082
Attend Via Webinar = CRN 60083
Virtual seats are also available for this class and others. Please view our SBDC Webinars.
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.

Basics of Small Business Insurance – WEBINAR only
SB448 – 3 hours
Are you a small business owner who is operating without insurance, or under-insured, and needs to learn the basics of both insurance and risk management techniques to protect your company from catastrophic loss? Learn about the types of insurance coverage needed to build a basic insurance program and different ways to buy insurance or to self-insure.
Instructor: Sal Ricciardone, CPCU
Registration is required.
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60071 Wed, Apr 22, 30 6-9pm
Register securely online via the RVCC website.
Questions? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu

SEO for Beginners (WEBINAR)
1 hour: 12Noon – 1PM
Take advantage of your downtime and take back some control by working on your digital marketing. Search Engine Optimization helps you get found in the Google search results, but it can be very complex and intimidating to do well.
To keep things simple for the average small business owner, this back-to-basics class will focus on very specific, actionable steps you can take to make immediate improvements to your website. It’s about simple keyword research, website structure, on-page optimization.
NOTE: We will NOT discuss any advanced tactics, inbound link building, “black hat” tips, or local listings. It’s just to help absolute beginners get started on their SEO journey. If you know nothing about SEO, you should attend.
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60266 Tues, May 26, 12 – 1 pm
For more information on virtual classes and to register securely online visit our SBDCWebinars page
Questions or trouble registering? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu

Google Ads for Beginners (WEBINAR)
1 hour: 12Noon – 1PM
Having a hard time getting found in the Google search results? Learn how to get ahead of your competitors with some quick, actionable tips to set up a simple search advertising campaign and begin generating leads for your business using Google Ads. Take back some control by working on your digital marketing.
This is for beginners only with NO prior experience with Google Ads/Adwords. We’ll go through basic steps to create a simple text ad campaign.
NOTE: We will NOT discuss Remarketing, YouTube ads, Display ads, Shopping ads, audiences, or other advanced tactics so we don’t overwhelm the participants.
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing, LLC
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60267 Tue June 9, 2020 12Noon – 1PM
For more information on virtual classes and to register securely online visit our SBDCWebinars page
Questions or trouble registering? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu
COVID-19 Safety Measures (WEBINAR)
1 hour: 12Noon – 1PM
The CDC, OSHA, and state government all have released safety guidelines in reaction to COVID-19. Where should an entrepreneur start? Join Karen Auld as she breaks down the requirements, shares references and helps you build a COVID-19 Safety Plan for your business. (Please note: This course is intended for in-business entrepreneurs.)
Instructor: Karen Auld, KCA
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60270 Mon June 15, 2020 12Noon – 1PM
For more information on virtual classes and to register securely online visit our SBDCWebinars page
Questions or trouble registering? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu
Maximize PPP Loan Forgiveness (WEBINAR)
1 hour: 12Noon – 1PM
This webinar will review the requirements for loan forgiveness, insights and planning opportunities utilizing the guidance available from the SBA to date. (Please note: This course is intended for in-business entrepreneurs.)
Instructor: Gail Rosen, CPA
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60271 Tue June 16, 2020 12Noon – 1PM
For more information on virtual classes and to register securely online visit our SBDCWebinars page
Questions or trouble registering? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu
Life by Design – Not by Default (WEBINAR)
1 hour: 12Noon – 1PM
Did you scrap your 2020 Business Plan because of Coronavirus? Well, it’s time to get back on track. Certified Success Coach, Karen Auld, will lead you through an exercise to design a plan for the rest of 2020. (Please note: This course is intended for in-business entrepreneurs.)
Instructor: Karen Auld, KCA
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60272 Mon June 22, 2020 12Noon – 1PM
For more information on virtual classes and to register securely online visit our SBDCWebinars page
Questions or trouble registering? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu

Email Marketing for Beginners (WEBINAR)
1 hour: 12Noon – 1PM
Frustrated with social media? Not sure you want to spend money on online advertising? What if I told you that you could build long lasting relationships that convert into customers, become evangelists on your behalf, or refer others to you?
Now is the time for you to begin email marketing for your business. It’s challenging to catch a prospect’s attention in social media. But if you can deliver a quality, relevant message to their email inbox, you have a good chance of building a long-lasting relationship.
Attend this webinar to learn step-by-step how to create your first email campaign using the free version of MailChimp.
NOTE: This is for beginners only with NO prior experience with email marketing or MailChimp. We will NOT discuss other email marketing platforms, list buying, audience segmentation, or other advanced tactics so we don’t overwhelm the participants.
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing, LLC
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60268 Tue June 23, 2020 12Noon – 1PM
For more information on virtual classes and to register securely online visit our SBDCWebinars page
Questions or trouble registering? Email the SBDC office at sbdc@raritanval.edu
Preparing Ahead for the Next Disaster – WEBINAR
This class focuses on how to prepare for the potential effects of sudden natural or manmade disasters on small business supply chains, operations, finances, payrolls, distribution and sale of products.
Instructor: Carla Fallone, MBA, Fallone Business Resources
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60279 Wed, Aug 4, Noon – 1pm
Registration is required.
For information and to register, please view our SBDC Webinars page.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
After the Disaster is Over – What Next? – WEBINAR
Almost all small business struggle to get back on track after a disaster. This class will assist owners on how to re-evaluate the post-disaster industry mix and help them pivot to new opportunities.
Course fee: FREE
CRN 60280 Tue, Aug 18, Noon – 1pm
Instructor: Carla Fallone, MBA, Fallone Business Resources
Registration is required.
For information and to register, please view our SBDC Webinars page.
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.

Create Your Local Business Listing on Google & Bing – WEBINAR
SB450 – 3 hours
Getting found in the search engines is critical for your business. We will show you how to create your free Local Business Listing on Google and Bing, and discuss other opportunities. This workshop is intended for small business owners with an office or retail address (not work from home).
Instructor: Roland Reinhart, Reinhart Marketing
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50097 Wed, Sep 16, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

The Side Hustle – How to Start a Business While Working Fulltime – WEBINAR
SB474 – 3 hours
Are you building a business while working fulltime? Don’t quit your day job until you until you learn the key elements you need to have in place to transition to self-employment and make your business a success.
Instructor: Karen Auld, KCA Coaching Services
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50304 Thu, Sep 17, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50305 Thu, Oct 8, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50306 Thu, Nov 5, 9am-12pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Mastering the Mental Side of Business – WEBINAR
SB427 – 3 hours
The way you think will impact the way you run your business. In this class, we will teach you how to set goals and create achievable plans, how to handle the inevitable challenges and setbacks you’ll face along the way building your business. Confidence is key to your success. Learn how to build your confidence in any situation, work through habits and fears that can hold you back, and create a support system that will help lead you to success.
Instructor: Karen Auld, Certified Success Coach
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50120 Thu, Sep 24, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50307 Thu, Oct 15, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50308 Thu, Nov 12, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Entrepreneur Assessment – WEBINAR
SB043 – 3 hours
Are you considering becoming a business owner? Do you have the characteristics and fundamental skills to run a business? And, what are the types of qualities that may offer a better chance for business success? Find out if entrepreneurship is right for you. During the session, complete a self-assessment questionnaire to determine if you have the personal characteristics, the financial fitness and the business readiness skills to own a business. We’ll score, interpret and discuss results to provide a better understanding of your entrepreneurial profile.
Instructor: Karen Katcher, MBA, Katcher Associates
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50085 Mon, Sep 28, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50086 Mon, Oct 12, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50087 Mon, Nov 9, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
For information and to register, please view our SBDC Webinars page.
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Building Blocks to Starting a Business – WEBINAR
SB737 – 3 hours
Questions! So many questions. This course is designed to help you ask the right questions, and find the right answers, to starting your own business. We identify the basic planning you’ll need to tackle as you start to shape your business idea into reality and help you understand how to prioritize the steps you’ll be taking, including naming your business, determining the type of legal entity you’ll select, developing a business plan, marketing, insurance, financial considerations and more. This course also provides information about valuable resources available to budding entrepreneurs.
Instructor: Ed Dolan, MBA, Kiva Intl. Business Group
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50088 Tue, Sep 29, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50089 Tue, Oct 13, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50090 Tue, Nov 10, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Business by the Numbers – WEBINAR
SB738 – 2 hours
This course offers foundational information about important financial practices and planning, including key accounting and tax considerations, for the new business owner. Don’t be caught by surprise. This practical overview provides an understanding of how to strategically manage the financial aspect of your operation from the start, as you plan for your new business.
Instructor: Karen Katcher, MBA, Katcher Associates
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50091 Wed, Sep 30, 6-8pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50092 Wed, Oct 14, 6-8pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50093 Wed, Nov 11, 6-8pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Overcoming Procrastination – WEBINAR
SB475 – 3 hours
Do you put the “pro” in procrastination? Join Certified Success Coach, Karen Auld, to learn her 4-step process to get into action and say goodbye to your procrastinating habits. Don’t procrastinate in signing up for this great class.
Instructor: Karen Auld, Certified Success Coach
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50130 Thu, Oct 1, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Call the SBDC office at (908) 526-1200 x8516.
Business Reboot – WEBINAR
SB751 – 3 hours
Have you and your business fully recovered from COVID-19? Get back on track with a systematic review of your business. Is it the time to implement new business and life strategies? Come ready to work with your instructor, Success Coach, Karen C. Auld. You’ll leave with a plan to move you and your business forward.
Instructor: Karen Auld, Certified Success Coach
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 60277 Wed, Aug 5, 6-9pm
CRN 60278 Mon, Aug 17, 6-9pm
CRN 50312 Tue, Sep 8, 6-9pm
CRN 50313 Tue, Oct 6, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

The Side Hustle – How to Start a Business While Working Fulltime – WEBINAR
SB474 – 3 hours
Are you building a business while working fulltime? Don’t quit your day job until you until you learn the key elements you need to have in place to transition to self-employment and make your business a success.
Instructor: Karen Auld, KCA Coaching Services
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50304 Thu, Sep 17, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50305 Thu, Oct 8, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50306 Thu, Nov 5, 9am-12pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Entrepreneur Assessment – WEBINAR
SB043 – 3 hours
Are you considering becoming a business owner? Do you have the characteristics and fundamental skills to run a business? And, what are the types of qualities that may offer a better chance for business success? Find out if entrepreneurship is right for you. During the session, complete a self-assessment questionnaire to determine if you have the personal characteristics, the financial fitness and the business readiness skills to own a business. We’ll score, interpret and discuss results to provide a better understanding of your entrepreneurial profile.
Instructor: Karen Katcher, MBA, Katcher Associates
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50085 Mon, Sep 28, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50086 Mon, Oct 12, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50087 Mon, Nov 9, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
For information and to register, please view our SBDC Webinars page.
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Part II and III: QuickBooks Set up and A/R and A/P – Online Option – WEBINAR
SB281 – 9 hours
In a simulated real business environment learn how to manage both the Customers/Sales and Vendors/Expenses capabilities in QuickBooks. Perform and practice Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable transactions and reporting. Prerequisite: Accounting Fundamentals
Instructor: Carla Fallone, MBA, Fallone Business Resources
Course fee: $169
CRN 50358 Mon/Tue/Wed, Oct 12, 13 & 14, 6-9 pm
For information and to register, please view our SBDC Webinars page.
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Building Blocks to Starting a Business – WEBINAR
SB737 – 3 hours
Questions! So many questions. This course is designed to help you ask the right questions, and find the right answers, to starting your own business. We identify the basic planning you’ll need to tackle as you start to shape your business idea into reality and help you understand how to prioritize the steps you’ll be taking, including naming your business, determining the type of legal entity you’ll select, developing a business plan, marketing, insurance, financial considerations and more. This course also provides information about valuable resources available to budding entrepreneurs.
Instructor: Ed Dolan, MBA, Kiva Intl. Business Group
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50088 Tue, Sep 29, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50089 Tue, Oct 13, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50090 Tue, Nov 10, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Business by the Numbers – WEBINAR
SB738 – 2 hours
This course offers foundational information about important financial practices and planning, including key accounting and tax considerations, for the new business owner. Don’t be caught by surprise. This practical overview provides an understanding of how to strategically manage the financial aspect of your operation from the start, as you plan for your new business.
Instructor: Karen Katcher, MBA, Katcher Associates
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50091 Wed, Sep 30, 6-8pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50092 Wed, Oct 14, 6-8pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50093 Wed, Nov 11, 6-8pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Crowdfunding: A New Alternative to Raising Working Capital – WEBINAR
SB731 – 3 hours
Crowdfunding has become a great alternative for small business owners to raise working capital for their business ventures. Our workshop will help participants understand the principles associated with building successful Crowdfunding campaigns and will show you how to use Crowdfunding to finance your goals.
Instructor: Carla Fallone, MBA, Fallone Business Resources
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50115 Thu, Oct 15, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Mastering the Mental Side of Business – WEBINAR
SB427 – 3 hours
The way you think will impact the way you run your business. In this class, we will teach you how to set goals and create achievable plans, how to handle the inevitable challenges and setbacks you’ll face along the way building your business. Confidence is key to your success. Learn how to build your confidence in any situation, work through habits and fears that can hold you back, and create a support system that will help lead you to success.
Instructor: Karen Auld, Certified Success Coach
Course fee: FREE
Registration is required.
CRN 50120 Thu, Sep 24, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50307 Thu, Oct 15, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
CRN 50308 Thu, Nov 12, 6-9pm — REGISTER FOR THIS DATE
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu

Networking 101 – WEBINAR
SB746 – 3 hours
It’s not what you know or who you know . . . it’s who knows you. Online and off-line networking will increase your sphere of influence, establish your brand identity, build trust, generate word-of-mouth, and attract business opportunities. Learn to write and deliver an attention-getting “elevator speech.” Start networking immediately: bring your business cards and brochures to class. Instructor: Vicki Lynne Morgan Russmor Mentoring Group
Course fee: $59
CRN 50294 Tue, Oct 20, 6-9pm
For information and to register, please view our SBDC Webinars page.
Questions? Contact the SBDC office: Phone: (908) 526-1200 x8516 Email: sbdc@raritanval.edu