Hudson County Chamber

06/12/2026

Celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ with Hudson County!

Today, Friday, June 12 from 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. on Columbus Drive in Jersey City, join the Flag Cities Festival, presented by Goya Foods and Hackensack Meridian Health for an exciting event with food trucks, beer gardens, live music, interactive soccer activities, and vibrant vendor villages for fans of all ages.

For more information, visit: https://flagcities.com/

06/11/2026

There's still time to register for our monthly lunch meeting on Thursday, June 11 at noon.

We'll be discussing how the BIG soccer tournament will impact businesses and business owners in New Jersey - and you're invited to join us!

Register now: https://business.hudsonchamber.org/chambereventcalendar/Details/hudson-chamber-monthly-meeting-soccer-fever-1559709

06/09/2026

⚓ Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebration! ✂️

The Hudson County Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate the grand opening of Freedom Boat Club Lower Hudson Valley's newest location at Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City.

📍 80 Audrey Zapp Drive, Liberty State Park
📅 Wednesday, June 10
🕐 1:00 p.m.

This exciting new location brings a fresh way to enjoy life on the water, making boating more accessible while creating unforgettable experiences right here on our waterfront.

Come help us welcome Freedom Boat Club to the Hudson County business community and celebrate this exciting addition to Jersey City.

Bring a colleague, invite a friend, and join us for an afternoon on the waterfront as we officially cut the ribbon.

We hope to see you there! ⚓✨

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

What an incredible afternoon at our Women of Commerce Tea Party! 💐☕✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week to celebrate the outstanding women making a lasting impact across our community and business landscape.

Congratulations again to our amazing honorees:
🌸 Diana Pombo
🌸 Dr. Deval Gadhvi
🌸 Kristina Thomas
🌸 Rachel Sieg

We are also deeply grateful to our keynote speaker, Dr. Nicole Harris-Hollingsworth, EdD, for sharing such meaningful and inspiring remarks.

A special thank you goes to our Women of Commerce Committee for their hard work and dedication in organizing this wonderful event, and to Maritime Parc for hosting us in such a beautiful setting.

Thank you to our sponsors for helping make this celebration possible:

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey• Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades Medical Center • Liberty Savings Federal Credit Union – Five Corners Main Branch • NJ Primary Care • TD • Valley Bank • HDSID • Lord Abbett • Sharon Ambis PR & Marketing Strategies

And of course, thank you to all who attended and helped make the day so memorable.

Please tag yourself, share your favorite moments, and help us continue celebrating women leading across Hudson County! 💙

06/08/2026

A new way to experience the Hudson has officially arrived. ⚓️
Freedom Boat Club has opened its newest and most exclusive location at Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City, bringing premium boating, skyline views, and effortless access to the water to the Lower Hudson Valley and NYC region.

As the world’s largest members-only boat club, Freedom Boat Club Lower Hudson Valley offers access to a fleet of premium boats without the hassle of ownership, maintenance, storage, or cleaning.

The new Liberty Landing location introduces Freedom Elite, featuring luxury 26’+ vessels, reciprocal access to locations in Piermont, Ossining, and Haverstraw, and boating privileges at 400+ locations worldwide.

Whether it’s sunset cruises, weekend adventures, or entertaining on the water, this is boating reimagined.

Learn more: https://libertyboatgroup.com/pages/freedom-boat-club

06/07/2026

Big conversations. Meaningful connections. Real local impact.

Join us on Thursday, June 11 at 12 PM for the Chamber’s Monthly Meeting Series at the Hudson County Community College Culinary Center.

This month, we'll be talking about the big soccer tournament coming to New Jersey - and what you need to do to prepare. Join us to hear from local leaders representing:

✔ Hudson County Office of Cultural Affairs & Tourism Development
✔ City of Hoboken
✔ City of Jersey City
✔ Hudson County Economic Development Corporation
✔ Jersey City Economic Development Corporation

Whether you’re growing a business, leading a nonprofit, or looking to stay engaged in the community, this is the place to connect.

📍 Hudson County Community College Culinary Center
🗓 Thursday, June 11
🕛 Noon

Register here: https://business.hudsonchamber.org/chambereventcalendar/Details/hudson-chamber-monthly-meeting-1559709?

06/03/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming two new members to the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce community!

We’re excited to welcome Speedy's Jersey City in Jersey City and Valley Bank National Corp as our newest members.

At the Chamber, we believe strong local connections help businesses grow, innovate, and strengthen our region’s economy. We look forward to supporting both organizations as they engage with fellow members, build new relationships, and contribute to the continued success of Hudson County.

Welcome to the Chamber! We’re excited to have you with us and look forward to collaborating together.

06/01/2026

The Women of Commerce Tea Party is happening on Tuesday, June 2 at Maritime Parc - and you still have time to register! ✨

Join us as we celebrate women in leadership during this lunch-time event, while meeting and connecting with professionals from across Hudson County.

We're proud to recognize outstanding honorees this year, including:

🏆 Chamber Woman of the Year - Diana Pombo, Haven Savings Bank
🏆 Woman of Influence - Dr. Deval Gadhvi, NJ Primary Care
🏆 Rising Star - Kristina Thomas, Paper&Flowers
🏆 Community Champion - Rachel Sieg, HDSID

Register here: https://business.hudsonchamber.org/chambereventcalendar/Details/women-of-commerce-tea-party-2026-1529757

05/31/2026

May is Small Business Month, and we’re sharing resources available to help small businesses succeed right here in !

Here are 5 ways you can support and grow your business:

1️⃣ Explore grants and tax incentives through New Jersey Economic Development Authority and New Jersey Small Business Development Centers Network, including funding opportunities for startups, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, and growing companies.

2️⃣ Take advantage of free business counseling, mentoring, and workshops from organizations like New Jersey Economic Development Authority and New Jersey Small Business Development Center at New Jersey City University.

3️⃣ Invest in workforce development programs through Hudson County Economic Development Corporation to help recruit, train, and retain talented employees. 🌟

4️⃣ Learn about certification and government contracting opportunities through New Jersey Business Action Center NJ Business Action Center.

5️⃣ Build strong local connections by joining the Hudson County Chamber of Commerce! 🤝

We offer networking events, workshops, virtual meetups, educational resources, and opportunities to connect with fellow business leaders throughout Hudson County.

Supporting small business means supporting our entire community. 💙

Find even more resources here: https://www.hudsonchamber.org/resources/