LEADS Mentoring Program Graduation & Networking Night
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LEADS Mentoring Program Graduation & Networking Night

Join us June 3 for the LEADS Finale! Enjoy the graduation and networking at the Cotsakos College of Business!

By NJSBDC at William Paterson University

Date and time

Tuesday, June 3 · 6 - 8pm EDT

Location

Cotsakos College of Business

1600 Valley Road ,Cafe A Wayne, NJ 07470

Agenda

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

LEADS Pitch Competition

- Participants present their innovative ideas to a panel of judges. - Open to the public—come support and be inspired!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Graduation Ceremony & Networking Session

Celebrate the achievements of the LEADS participants at our Graduation Ceremony and connect with participants, judges, and attendees over light refreshments.

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Join us for an evening of celebration and connection as we mark the graduation of the participants in the LEADS Mentoring Program, hosted by the NJSBDC at WPU and M&T Bank. This event will honor the hard work and achievements of the program’s graduates and provide an excellent opportunity to network with other professionals and business owners in the community.

Details

  • Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location: Christos M. Cotsakos College of Business, 1600 Valley Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 (Ground floor, Café area)

Whether you're looking to expand your network or celebrate with us, bring your enthusiasm and curiosity—this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Organized by

NJSBDC at William Paterson University

Starting and maintaining a successful small business requires a tremendous amount of planning and work. Maximizing your chances of success involves careful preparation and knowledge of current trends in small business development. Whether you’re just starting out or run an existing small business, William Paterson University’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) can provide expert advice and professional development services to help you launch or expand your business.

Housed within the University’s Cotsakos College of Business, William Paterson’s SBDC is a private organization of professional management consultants partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the New Jersey Economic Growth and Tourism Commission, and community-based organizations such as the Paterson Urban Enterprise Zone.

Our goal is to assist entrepreneurs and business owners in establishing and growing sustainable, successful small businesses—saving you time, money, and effort in finding the best solutions for your business needs