Where are You on Your Journey?

Are you planning a startup? In the early stages of a launch? Poised to expand?

Fortunately for you, you've found LAEDA. Our line-up of no-cost business education programs is designed for all entrepreneurs who are building a business. Whether you're just starting out working on turning a passion into a business or in the early stages of a launch and hitting a wall or have an established business and need to develop a business plan to guide the next phase, LAEDA has something for you.

The decision to operate a business is not one made lightly. Putting at risk your savings, time away from family and investing the time to make it successful, are key considerations one must take into account. The best insurance is business education training and LAEDA.

Take a minute to review our offerings below, then, pick the course that best matches your situation and register or apply.

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In Person: Women's Business Academy (Winter 2026)

Application Deadline: 01/05/2026

Starting a business is a major undertaking and no one should try to do it alone. The WBC is here to help, think of us as your trusted adviser; someone you can count on for sound advice and to be there when you need help along the way.

The Women’s Business Academy (WBA) will teach you the fundamentals of starting a business in an engaging and interactive manner, resulting in a complete business plan.

The Women’s Business Academy is a 9-week business training course designed to teach individuals how to start and operate a small business. The program is held one time per year in the Winter. Applications are accepted in the Fall. The course is FREE, but you must qualify.

Course Benefits:

Learn from instructors who are experts in their fields
Includes online business counselor support
Finish the course with a completed business plan
Continued support to start and grow your business
Qualify to apply for capital programs and competitions

Learn More & Apply*

*To be accepted to WBA, an application and interview process must be completed.

Complete the application form to get the process started.

In Person: Turning Your Hobby Into a Business Series @ Camden Lutheran Housing - October 7th - November 18th 2025; Tuesdays 6:00-8:30PM

LAEDA's Turning Your Hobby Into a Business 6-part series where micro-entrepreneurs with home-based businesses will learn how to formalize their businesses.

Course Units Include:

Product Development & the Production Process
Understanding the Power of Marketing
Sales Channels for the Side Hustle Business
Business Administration & Bookkeeping
Money, Banking & Credit
Vendor Presentations & Business Pitch!

In-Person: Introduction to Entrepreneurship Workshop @ Bordentown Library - October 9th, 2025 6:00-8:30PM

Are you ready to take the first step toward turning your business idea into reality? LAEDA is offering a free workshop designed for aspiring entrepreneurs just like you!

Our Introduction to Entrepreneurship course will guide you through the key factors you need to know before starting your journey, including:

-Understanding the entrepreneurial journey

-Assessing if you’re ready to be an entrepreneur

-Your starting point and practical steps to get going

-Resources and strategies to launch

In-Person: ServSafe Manager Certification Class & Exam @ LAEDA Business Training Center - October 14th, 2025 9:00AM-4:00PM

Live Servsafe Training & Certification Day.

In-person. Chef-led. Certification in one day.

Please note the cost for the class and certification is $125

¡Disponible en Español!

-We offer Spanish-Language exams available upon request

-Simultaneous Spanish translation headsets upon request

-Spanish study materials included

-1 translator available for live questions

What you get:

-4-hours chef-led ServSafe training

-2-hour certification exam

-Study tips and real-time suppport

-Quite, professional environment

-Certificate upon passing

Taught by Chefs Maria Campbell & Mona Wilson, ServSafe Trainers/Proctors

Small group setting (8-12 participants)

Designed for foodservice professionals.

In-person: Business Capital Solutions Info Session @ LAEDA Business Training Center - October 30th, 2025 6:00PM-8:00PM

Accessing capital shouldn’t hold your business back. Through LAEDA’s Business Capital Solutions and Micro Lending Program, entrepreneurs can receive personalized guidance, financial and credit coaching, and hands-on application support. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, we connect you with the right financing options while advocating on your behalf and helping you strengthen your borrower's profile. LAEDA is here to ensure you have the resources and support to move your business forward.

Virtual: ABCs of Food Trucking @ Online via Zoom; November 6th, 2025 6:00-8:30PM

One-night, comprehensive training designed to give current and aspiring food truck owners a clear and realistic roadmap to launching a successful mobile food business.

Topics covered:

Start-up costs & budgeting

Licensing & legal

Operational best practices

Market research

Marketing your truck