LAEDA

06/09/2026

Thank you, Trina Allen, for sharing your incredible expertise with us! We are so grateful for your dedication to the LAEDA community and for breaking down how busy entrepreneurs can build a powerful, lasting corporate identity. 🌟

From understanding color psychology to mastering the art of brand storytelling, Trina showed us exactly how everyday small businesses can successfully compete and thrive in today's markets.

Missed the session or want to revisit Trina's top takeaways from JAM INT'L LLC? We’ve put together a full recap covering the core strategies every busy business owner needs to carve out their unique market footprint.

👇 Click the link below to read the full workshop recap and level up your branding game:
https://laeda.com/building-a-lasting-impression-a-recap-of-laedas-branding-basics-for-busy-business-owners-workshop/

06/09/2026

Let’s face it: getting funding for your business shouldn't feel like a guessing game. 🔑📈

If you want to grow, you need capital—but you also need to know what lenders are actually looking for behind closed doors. That’s why we’re throwing out the guesswork and giving you the ultimate insider advantage.

We’ve partnered with the experts at Pursuit for an exclusive workshop: INSIDE THE LENDER’S MIND. We are breaking down the exact criteria underwriters use to evaluate your business, specifically focusing on the big three: Credit, Cash Flow, and Capital Access.

Don't let a mystery underwriting process stand between you and your growth. Come learn what matters most so you can apply with confidence.

Join us for this in-person session on Thursday, June 18th from 6-8PM.
We'll be at the LAEDA office (Lower Level) in Camden.

Scan the QR code or click here to register and get your questions answered by the experts: https://tinyurl.com/2fm2vnc7

06/09/2026

Yashira Cotto is the owner of Arihsay Studio LLC and an alumna of LAEDA’s Women’s Business Academy (WBA). Arihsay Studio is a mobile, on-location beauty service dedicated to enhancing confidence through professional makeup artistry for bridal events, special occasions, fashion, TV/film production, and special effects. Founded by Yashira Cotto, the business blends creativity, artistry, and personalized experiences to help clients feel beautiful, empowered, and celebrated. Arihsay Studio is built on the belief that beauty is an evolving art form, bringing luxury and convenience directly to clients through customized services. We had the chance to sit down with Yashira to hear about her journey in entrepreneurship and her experience with LAEDA’s training programs.

“My experience attending the WBA program has been incredibly informative and eye-opening. I’m very grateful for the guidance and continued support I’ve received from my mentors throughout the program.
One of the biggest takeaways for me has been understanding the importance of having your business organized and legally established as a business owner. The program has helped me grow both personally and professionally, and it reinforced that entrepreneurship is an ongoing journey where there is always room to learn, improve, and evolve every day.”

Click below to read more: https://laeda.com/moment-with-our-wba-graduate-yashira-cotto-arihsay-studio-llc/

Interested in learning about LAEDA's Business Training Programs? Learn more & register or apply here: https://laeda.com/

Moment with Our WBA Graduate – Yashira Cotto – Arihsay Studio LLC0On May 26, 2026May 26, 2026By News EditorIn News Yashira Cotto is the owner of Arihsay Studio LLC and an alumna of LAEDA’s Women’s Business Academy (WBA). Arihsay Studio is a mobile, on-location beauty service dedicated to enh...

06/01/2026

🚀 A Program Designed for Growth! 🚀

LAEDA’s training program is offered through our Business Services Center and Women’s Business Center with three sessions per year—Spring (EDTP), Fall (EDTP), and Winter (WBA). While Session 105 is currently in full swing, we are already recruiting for our Fall session!

Last week, our students learned about the critical role of Business Insurance, discovering how the right coverage protects their hard work, reduces risk, and builds long-term resilience.

💼 Ready to take the leap into entrepreneurship?
You have worked hard in your field—now it is time to become your own boss! If you have 3+ years of experience, a solid business idea, and capital to invest, our intensive 9-week training program will teach you the exact skills you need to thrive in the business world.

Don't wait to turn your vision into reality. Join our next wave of success!

👉 Apply online today at: www.LAEDA.com

05/28/2026

🚨 In case you missed it! 🚨

If you’ve ever felt like applying for a business loan is just tossing documents into a black box and hoping for the best... It's time to take control of the narrative.

Join us and our friends at Pursuit for our upcoming in-person workshop: Inside the Lender’s Mind. We are pulling back the curtain on the underwriting process so you can apply for capital with absolute confidence.

The Details:

Thursday, June 18th

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

LAEDA Office (Lower Level) in Camden

Don't let the unknown hold your business back. Save your spot today!

Scan the QR code or click here to register and get your questions answered by the experts: https://tinyurl.com/2fm2vnc7

05/26/2026

We are so proud to share this feature on one of our amazing alumnae, Sherrie Wilkins! Please see below to learn more about her inspiring work and her organization, Best of Me, Youth Enrichment Services:

05/26/2026

📣 Our LAEDA alumni at Yhanne’s House of Cheesecakes LLC are HIRING!

They are currently looking for a:
⭐ Cake Decorator
⭐ Cashier
⭐ Dishwasher

Please see more information below and help us share and support this amazing small business! 💛

We Are Hiring at Yhanne’s House of Cheesecakes!

Join Our Team at Yhanne’s House of Cheesecakes and Apply TODAY! The Positions Available are Dishwasher, Cake Decorator, and Cashier.

Interested Applicants can apply on-site during business hours OR click on the forms below:

Cake Decorator
https://forms.gle/RqxFFPUaARQzKF8w8

Cashier
https://forms.gle/D7rSGaETwa1htu81A

Dishwasher
https://forms.gle/QaqEQLby5eLJMdUm9

Please email the requested information to [email protected]

05/26/2026

ATTENTION ENTREPRENEURS, CREATORS & SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS! 🚨
YOUR BUSINESS. YOUR BRAND. YOUR IDEAS. PROTECT THEM.

✨ THIS THURSDAY
Join us for an eye-opening and highly informative training:

💻 Protecting Your Business in a Digital World: Intellectual Property, Online Presence & AI

In today’s world, your ideas are valuable — but are they protected? Whether you own a business, sell products, create content, offer services, or are building your brand online, this workshop is designed for YOU.

Learn About:
Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents & Trade Secrets
Protecting Your Logo, Brand Name & Creative Work
Website Legal Requirements & Online Compliance
Customer Privacy Policies & Data Protection
AI Tools for Small Businesses — Benefits & Risks
How to Safeguard Your Business in the Digital Age

FEATURED PRESENTERS:
⭐ Nicole O’Hara
⭐ Tom Vincent

Thursday, May 28, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST

Don’t wait until your ideas are copied or your business runs into legal issues — learn how to protect what you’ve worked so hard to build!

📖 Learn More:
https://laeda.com/event/intellectual-property-patenting-and-trademarking/

✅ Register Today:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9pfm2cn

📣 TAG a business owner, creator, side hustler, entrepreneur, author, coach, designer, or small business friend who needs this training!

05/22/2026

Calling all LAEDA Alumni in Business!

✨Join us next week for an exclusive VIP event hosted by PNC Bank at Bellview Winery. Let’s connect, talk business, and celebrate our incredible alumni community over light fare and beverages!

📅 When: Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 11:00 AM ET
📍 Where: Bellview Winery, Landisville, NJ

Special Gift: Included for all attendees!

⚠️ RSVP Deadline is May 26! Reach out to Marisol Aleman at [email protected] or (201) 951-0116 to claim your spot.

See more information below:

See you there!

05/18/2026

Your brand is the heart of your business—it's so much more than just a logo! Join us this Thursday, May 21st at 6:00 PM for Branding Basics for Busy Business Owners and learn how to make your business unforgettable. Click below to register before seats fill up!

📌 Please see below for more information and click here to register:
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/g3spd96