# general business (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover general business. Page: Feed: --- ## [SBA Proposes to Simplify Small Business Classification, Expand Access to Federal Programs](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/sba-proposes-to-simplify-small-business-classification-expand-access-to-federal-programs/) _2026-08-21 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has proposed an overhaul of its small business size standards, changing how the federal government defines and classifies small businesses across the United States. Published in a proposed rule, the new standards would simplify industry categorization and raise applicable size thresholds, allowing small but rapidly growing firms to continue qualifying… ## [NJ Home Prices Climbed in July, Inventory Increased Slightly](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/nj-home-prices-climbed-in-july-inventory-increased-slightly/) _2026-08-21 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ According to New Jersey Realtors housing market date, home prices in the state continued to climb in July, though inventory has increased slightly. The year-to-date median sales price for single-family homes reached $610,000, up 3.7% from a year ago, while the statewide median sales price across all property types rose to $550,000. Inventory continued to \[…\] The post NJ Home Prices Climbed in… ## [APM Terminals Elizabeth Orders 96 Electric Tractors from Orange EV](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/apm-terminals-elizabeth-orders-96-electric-tractors-from-orange-ev/) _2026-08-21 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ APM Terminals Elizabeth has placed an order for 96 Orange EV electric terminal trucks, marking one of the largest port electrification commitments in history. The HUSK-e® XP units are manufactured at Orange EV’s production facility in Kansas City, Kansas, and are fully compliant with the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) requirements. Each truck is purpose-built \[…\] The post APM Terminals… ## [NJEDA and RWJBarnabas Announce $10M Investment to Support Life Sciences Startups](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/njeda-and-rwjbarnabas-announce-10m-investment-to-support-life-sciences-startups/) _2026-08-21 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board approved a commitment of up to $5 million to an investment fund managed by Portal Innovations to support New Jersey life sciences companies based at the New Jersey Innovation Hub in the New Jersey Health + Life Science Exchange (HELIX) Strategic Innovation Center (SIC) in New Brunswick. The investment, matched by an up to $5 million… ## [Overlook Medical Center Begins $70M Surgical Dept. Upgrade](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/overlook-medical-center-begins-70m-surgical-dept-upgrade/) _2026-08-21 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center in Summit recently held a wall-breaking ceremony to begin construction of an expanded surgical department, the John E. Reeves Center for Advanced Surgery. “This is the time to expand our surgical environment and prepare Atlantic Health Overlook for the next era of exceptional care,” said Stephanie Schwartz, president of Atlantic \[…\] The post Overlook Medical… ## [Legislation Signed Strengthening Protections for Reproductive and Gender Affirming Care](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/legislation-signed-strengthening-protections-for-reproductive-and-gender-affirming-care/) _2026-08-20 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Gov. Mikie Sherrill today signed legislation that strengthens protections for patients seeking and healthcare professionals providing reproductive healthcare services in New Jersey. The legislation, S2260/A2218, also expands New Jersey’s existing Shield Law protections to include gender-affirming care, protecting patients and providers from malicious out-of-state legal actions. “We have seen… ## [35 Students Complete Carpenters Apprentice Ready Program](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/35-students-complete-carpenters-apprentice-ready-program/) _2026-08-20 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Thirty-five young adults were recently recognized by The Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EASRCC) for completing the Carpenters Apprentice Ready Program (CARP) during a ceremony at the EAS Carpenters Technical Center. The graduation marks an important milestone in Big Picture Learning’s work with EASRCC and the Carpenter Contractor Trust (CCT) to prepare students for \[…\] The… ## [Tenzer Receives Strategic Advisor Promotions at Dress for Success](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/tenzer-receives-strategic-advisor-promotions-at-dress-for-success/) _2026-08-20 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Dress for Success Central New Jersey (DFSCNJ) has announced that its chief executive officer, Melissa Tenzer, has been appointed executive strategic advisor for Dress for Success Worldwide and Dress for Success Greater New York City. In this leadership role, Tenzer will work alongside the Greater New York City affiliate and the global organization to help \[…\] The post Tenzer Receives Strategic… ## [Stockton Adds Transfer Options and Certificates in Hospitality, Entrepreneurship](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/stockton-adds-transfer-options-and-certificates-in-hospitality-entrepreneurship/) _2026-08-20 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Stockton University announced it will offer several new academic options beginning this fall, including new certificates in entrepreneurship and business management fundamentals in hospitality to meet the growing demand from students and the community. Both certificates are in the School of Business but open to all students regardless of their major. The Entrepreneurship Certificate consists \[…\]… ## [MetLife Stadium Announces Executive Leadership Changes](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/metlife-stadium-announces-executive-leadership-changes/) _2026-08-20 · Birritteri · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ MetLife Stadium announced that Ron VanDeVeen will transition to a new role after a 10-year run as the venue’s president and CEO. He will assume the newly created position of chief programming officer, while Mark Stefanacci will be promoted from his current role of chief operating officer and general counsel to the position of president \[…\] The post MetLife Stadium Announces Executive Leadership… ## [Find what they just said (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/evHHUUZ4GgWr) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Surface recent public signals so you can send policy-aware, relevant outreach ## [The Sharing Network Foundation Announces Election of New Board Officers](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/the-sharing-network-foundation-announces-election-of-new-board-officers/) _2026-08-19 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ The Sharing Network Foundation has announced the election of its 2026–2027 Board Officers, who will help lead strategic fundraising and resource development efforts in support of NJ Sharing Network, the federally designated nonprofit responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue in New Jersey. Through philanthropic support, the Sharing Network Foundation helps advance clinical… ## [Secaucus University Hospital First in NY/NJ to Use New Technology for Chronic Low Back Pain](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/secaucus-university-hospital-first-in-ny-nj-to-use-new-technology-for-chronic-low-back-pain/) _2026-08-19 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Secaucus University Hospital announced that Dr. Johnson Ho performed a two-level basivertebral nerve ablation using Medtronic’s new ViaVerte™ Basivertebral Nerve Ablation System, marking a key milestone as the first use of the technology in the New York/New Jersey area. This minimally invasive procedure uses targeted heat to disable pain-sensing nerves, with the goal of providing \[…\] The post… ## [R&D Council of NJ Announces 2026 Edison Patent Awards Honorees](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/rd-council-announces-2026-edison-patent-awards-honorees/) _2026-08-19 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ The Research & Development Council of New Jersey (Council) announced the honorees of the 2026 Edison Patent Awards, New Jersey’s highest distinction for invention and innovation. This year’s awards recognize 15 award-winning patents from 13 organizations, along with five distinguished individual honors presented to eight leaders whose vision, leadership, and groundbreaking work continue to… ## [NRBP Brings Community Together to Reflect on Newark Fan Village Success](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/nrbp-brings-community-together-to-reflect-on-newark-fan-village-success/) _2026-08-19 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Local leaders, small business owners, and community partners gathered this week at First Presbyterian Church for “Newark and the World Cup: A Community Debrief,” convened by the Newark Regional Business Partnership (NRBP). The discussion celebrated Newark’s accomplishments during the 39-day World Cup Newark Fan Village while also taking an honest look at the lessons learned, \[…\] The post NRBP… ## [SBA Announces 90% Loan Guarantee for Energy Sector](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/sba-announces-90-loan-guarantee-for-energy-sector/) _2026-08-19 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that small businesses across the energy production supply chain are now eligible for a new 90% Energy Guarantee through the SBA International Trade Loan (ITL) Program. Established as part of SOP 50 10 8.1, the enhanced guarantee encourages participating lenders to unleash private investment in energy production, distribution, grid… ## [American Water Charitable Foundation Awards $75K in Workforce Readiness and STEM Education Grants](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/american-water-charitable-foundation-awards-75k-in-workforce-readiness-and-stem-education-grants/) _2026-08-18 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ The American Water Charitable Foundation has awarded $75,000 in Workforce Readiness and STEM Education grants to four nonprofit organizations serving communities across New Jersey. The Workforce Readiness and STEM Education grants are part of the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, focusing on three pillars of giving: Water, People and Communities. These… ## [BD Appoints Gary Sorsher as Chief Quality Officer; Jeff Silvestri to Retire](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/bd-appoints-gary-sorsher-as-chief-quality-officer-jeff-silvestri-to-retire/) _2026-08-18 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Franklin Lakes-based BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a leading global medical technology company, announced that Gary Sorsher has been named executive vice president and chief quality officer, effective September 8. Sorsher brings more than 30 years of experience leading quality organizations across world-class MedTech companies. Most recently, he served as chief quality officer at Edwards \[…\]… ## [Commvault Advances AI and Cloud Application Resilience with Expanded Cloud Rewind Coverage](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/commvault-advances-ai-and-cloud-application-resilience-with-expanded-cloud-rewind-coverage/) _2026-08-18 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Tinton Falls-based Commvault announced advancements to its Cloud Rewind security platform, expanding Microsoft Azure resource coverage for configuration protection and recovery. The expansion will help organizations more rapidly restore cloud applications and the resources that support them. As a cloud-native security platform, Commvault Cloud Rewind simplifies and accelerates cloud disaster… ## [NJBPU Awards 16 Projects in Dual-Use Pilot Agrivoltaics Program](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/njbpu-awards-16-projects-in-dual-use-pilot-agrivoltaics-program/) _2026-08-18 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) voted to award 16 projects totaling 52.06 megawatts (MW) in the first solicitation of its Dual-Use Pilot Agrivoltaics program. Established under the Dual-Use Solar Energy Act of 2021, the program is being implemented by NJBPU in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, the Department of Environmental Protection, the State… ## [Unlimited Mobile Internet, One V-SIM (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rPGyEAAI38dD) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Automatically switches across T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon; no throttling, no contract. ## [Rowan University Introduces New 30-Credit MBA Option for Fall 2026](https://njbmagazine.com/njb-news-now/rowan-university-introduces-new-30-credit-mba-option-for-fall-2026/) _2026-08-17 · Jim Pytell · NJB News Now Archive - New Jersey Business Magazine_ Rowan University’s William G. Rohrer College of Business (RCB) will launch a new 30-credit Master of Business Administration pathway beginning in fall 2026, expanding options for students seeking a flexible, high-quality graduate business education. The new option complements Rowan’s established 36-credit MBA and responds to growing demand for MBA programs that can be completed more \[…\] The post…