What we’re about
This is a group organized by C3Workplace (www.c3workplace.com(http://www.c3workplace.com/) and is for small business owners, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, professional subcontractors, and home-based businesses. This group allows professionals to meet with other like-minded professionals that share the common goal of growing their business. Come join us if you are interested in connecting, collaborating and building community.
Upcoming events
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NJBIA Business Growth Roundtable: The Future of AI: How to Compete and Win
Location not specified yetRegister Now!: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4217652113917/WN_y0_7Vu1sToqJ0pswkiLRmA#/registration
The Future of AI: How to Compete and Win
AI isn’t coming—it has passed a tipping point, with 78% of organizations globally reporting using it for at least one business function¹. The days of “early-adopters” are gone, and we are forging ahead to “way of life” territory.
By 2028, the separation between AI-forward businesses and AI-stagnant ones will be undeniable—a widening chasm between companies that thrive and companies that get left behind.
Join us for a live, virtual event to gain a clear roadmap for staying on the right side of the AI divide.
In this session, you’ll learn:
- What the world will look like 36 months from now
- Why the speed of AI adoption is more important than the size of your company
- How to start future-proofing your business today before the divide becomes permanent
Who Should Attend?
- Business owners
- IT professionals
- Marketing professionals
- Anyone looking to position their business for success by 2028 and beyond
It’s time to stop talking about what AI is doing now and shift to what it’s doing next.
Don’t miss your chance to hear directly from enterprise AI and cybersecurity leaders on the practical steps you must take to stay relevant, secure, and competitive.
Register Now!: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4217652113917/WN_y0_7Vu1sToqJ0pswkiLRmA#/registration
About Our Speakers:
Michael Bannach, CEO, Stealth Technology Group
Mike is a passionate entrepreneur, cybersecurity, and compliance advocate for mid-sized businesses, and IT leader and innovator with over 20 years of experience designing and securing complex technological environments for medium and large enterprises. Over the last several years, Mike has focused on scaling this expertise to enable small and mid-sized companies to leverage the same tools and network design used by Fortune 500 companies for a fraction of the cost. His mission is to level the playing field, empowering companies that lack multi-million-dollar IT budgets to run optimally and securely.
Chris Anderson, COO, Stealth Technology Group
Chris is passionate about operational excellence and dedicated to driving growth through strategic initiatives. With over seven years of leadership experience in multi-company environments, he thrives on optimizing processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs. In his role at Stealth, Chris leads operational strategies across diverse locations, traveling between Massachusetts and Florida to customize solutions for each unique business model and clientele. He facilitates effective communication between departments, optimizes staff allocation, and monitors service levels to ensure seamless workflows.2 attendees
•OnlinePreparing to Sell Your Business in 2026—What You Need to Know to Maximize Value
OnlineBusiness Growth Roundtable presented by NJBIA
Despite the economic uncertainty of 2025, private equity firms and strategic buyers are poised with more than $1 trillion in their coffers to make moves in 2026. For owners, this presents an extraordinary opportunity—but only if your company is prepared, well-structured, and positioned to stand out.
The steps you take now will directly impact your valuation later.
Join industry experts for a Q&A where you’ll learn how to navigate the complexities of selling a business in 2026 with clarity and confidence.
They’ll cover:
- Today’s M&A market dynamics—rates, demand, and dry powder trends
- How buyers evaluate companies and what drives premium valuations
- The current financing environment, including SBA and private capital shifts
- How to prepare your business for due diligence and eliminate red flags
- How to create competitive buyer interest and strengthen negotiation leverage
Who Should Attend
This session is ideal for:
- Founders and owners planning an exit within 1–5 years
- Companies interested in knowing their true valuation today
- Businesses experiencing growth and preparing for the next strategic step
- Owners who want to avoid common selling mistakes and maximize leverage
To ensure your most pressing questions are answered, please submit them on the Zoom registration page.
Register today.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8017676367888/WN_0sGOWWvnRqmpYDJw1KtGuA
About Our Speakers:
Jason Guerrettaz - Websiteclosers.com
Founder & Marketing Strategist, Website Closers, LLC
Jason is a former corporate attorney who has advised mid-market companies and Fortune 500 firms. He later served as General Manager for a major digital marketing agency. Drawing on his legal, operational, and digital experience, he founded United Commerce Group, which owns web properties like GunSafes.com, Saunas.com, MassageChairs.com, and Melondipity.com. Jason launched Website Closers to address a gap in how online businesses are brokered—bringing deep operational insight and a hands-on understanding of internet business to every deal.
Ron Matheson – Webclosers.com
Co-Founder & Experienced Broker, Website Closers, LLC
Ron has over twenty years of experience buying and selling online companies. He began his entrepreneurial journey in 1985 after leaving UCLA Film School to open Off The Wall, an art and framing gallery in Colorado Springs, which grew into a chain of over 20 retail stores across several states. Ron owned and operated other businesses including Thomas Kinkade Signature Galleries, Dixies Hot Cinnabuns, and Bearly Camelot. In the early 2000s he tried re-entering business as a buyer, which led to the insight that many brokers were underprepared on diligence. This spurred him to become a broker himself, where he’s built a reputation as one of the top internet business brokers in the U.S., supported by awards and consistent Top-10 rankings.2 attendees
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