Newark Made

Invest Newark

Newark Made is a podcast that amplifies the voices of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and changemakers shaping Newark’s future. Produced by Invest Newark, this series laces the lived experience of Newark’s business operators with the latest data on Newark’s business climate. Through candid conversations, listeners gain insight into the challenges, triumphs, and lessons of building a business in Newark.

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    He Replaced School Bells With Kids’ Podcasts w/ Anthony Frasier

    Anthony Frasier is the founder of ABF Creative and a pioneer in audio storytelling for kids of color. He shares how his team replaced school bells with motivational podcast clips—and why Newark is the perfect home for innovation. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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    This Newark Factory Powers Apple, GE, and Bose w/ Gail Friedberg

    Gail Friedberg runs ZAGO Manufacturing—a Newark-based screw factory with global clients like GE, Bose, and NASA. In this episode, she explains how advanced manufacturing and community investment can go hand in hand. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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    This Newark Dentist Created a Playful Healing Space for Kids w/ Suffiyah Webb

    Suffiyah Webb is a board-certified pediatric dentist who built a practice that feels more like an art installation than a clinic. Known for her creativity and care, families travel from across the region just to get a spot in her chair. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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    She Booked Bad Bunny at Her Family Restaurant w/ Natalia Villanueva

    Long before Bad Bunny became a global star, he performed inside Natalia Villanueva’s family restaurant. Now she’s building Cafecitos Bakery and reimagining what a modern Latin food business can look like in Newark’s North Ward. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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    The Architect Who Builds Kitchens That Grow Food w/ Francis Fatade

    Francis Fatade is an architect and designer building kitchens that grow food. In this episode, he explains how his sustainable designs merge beauty and functionality—and how he’s helping Newark residents reconnect with food, space, and self-reliance. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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    She Transformed a Block Into Newark’s Wellness Hub w/ Rashena Burroughs

    Rashena Burroughs turned a single storefront in Newark’s West Ward into a community anchor—starting with plant-based meals and evolving into an entire wellness corridor. She shares how every venture—from vegan desserts to alkaline water—was rooted in a clear vision for healing and growth. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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    Why Newark’s Internet Is Among the Nation’s Fastest w/ Garth Naar

    Garth Naar is helping transform Newark’s digital infrastructure—laying fiber optic cable, building municipal broadband, and training locals for high-paying tech jobs. In this episode, he explains how Newark became one of the fastest-connected cities in America. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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    From Brazil to Newark: How She Built a Luxury Med Spa Empire w/ Leilan Singh

    Leilan Singh moved from Brazil to Newark and built a luxury med spa brand that now spans multiple locations. As the founder of HL Med Spa, she shares her journey from salon work to national trainer status, and why she believes Newark is one of the best cities in America to build a business. Special thanks to The Prudential Foundation and the business owners of Newark, NJ. Special acknowledgements: Emily Manz, Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing at Invest Newark, and Anari Ormond, Assistant Vice President for Business Development at Invest Newark.

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Newark Made is a podcast that amplifies the voices of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and changemakers shaping Newark’s future. Produced by Invest Newark, this series laces the lived experience of Newark’s business operators with the latest data on Newark’s business climate. Through candid conversations, listeners gain insight into the challenges, triumphs, and lessons of building a business in Newark.

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  • صناع العمل
    Invest Newark
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  • حقوق النشر
    © Invest Newark
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    Newark Made