Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. Partners with the City of East Orange to Empower Local Businesses

EAST ORANGE, N.J. - Sept. 20, 2024 - PRLog -- Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc., under the leadership of Founder and Managing Director Anna D. Banks, partnered with the City of East Orange to provide crucial support for local business owners through the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Orientation. This event, part of the "Unlocking Success in East Orange UEZ" series, highlighted the economic benefits available through the UEZ program and offered strategic guidance to small businesses.

Key speakers for the evening included Alycia Cohen, Acting Director of Policy, Planning, and Development for the City of East Orange; Mark Cheatam, Acting Manager of Economic Development for East Orange; and Dennis McNeill, Vice President of the East Orange Chamber of Commerce. Joining them were Jamila Beasley, Economic Development Specialist, and Kiona Littlejohn from the Department of Policy, Planning, and Development.

Mark Cheatam provided an in-depth overview of the UEZ program, showcasing the numerous benefits available to East Orange business owners. "The UEZ program offers powerful incentives such as reduced sales tax rates, low-interest loans, and tax-free purchases on specific investments, all of which play a critical role in supporting local businesses and contributing to the city's economic growth," Cheatam explained.

Anna D. Banks, representing Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc., emphasized the importance of leveraging these opportunities to not only stabilize but grow businesses in the urban landscape. With decades of experience in business and leadership development, Banks addressed the unique challenges faced by small businesses and shared insights on how Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. is helping local entrepreneurs navigate these hurdles.

"At Thrive Leadership Institute, our goal is to empower business owners with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to succeed," said Banks. "The UEZ program offers essential tools to foster long-term growth, and we are proud to support the City of East Orange in these efforts."

The UEZ Orientation is part of a larger series designed to provide business owners with the guidance they need to thrive. The next session, "Financial Fitness for Business Owners," will take place on October 2, 2024, and will focus on strategies to strengthen business financial health.

Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. remains committed to partnering with the City of East Orange to uplift and empower the local business community.

For more information about Anna D. Banks, Thrive Leadership Institute, Inc. or to register for upcoming training sessions, please visit https://AnnaDBanks.com or contact Kiona Littlejohn at economic.development@eastorange-nj.gov