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06/04/2026

Creative Content OnDemand & Aspire Youth Development!

MOUNT LAUREL — ASPIRE, in partnership with Creative Content OnDemand, is launching FRAME, the first of multiple cohorts to train South Jersey residents in the skills needed to break into the film and digital media business.

The first cohort began on May 12, 2026. The classes will be held at 139 Gaither Drive, Suite 1, in Mt. Laurel. It will run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8:30 p.m. until September. Individuals 18+ in Camden, Burlington, and Gloucester Counties are encouraged to apply.

The program is put on by two diversity-led organizations, Curtis Myers, President of ASPIRE, and James and April Ward, Owners of Creative Content OnDemand.

🌐 https://frontrunnernewjersey.com/2026/06/02/frame-gives-young-people-skills-to-break-into-film/
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💻 June 2, 2026

06/04/2026

What a week in the media and film industry!

05/27/2026

Meet Your Hosts, James Ward & April Ward of BizTalk Unlocked!

James and April Ward are a powerhouse husband-and-wife team known for their entrepreneurial spirit and business and video storytelling expertise.

As the hosts of BizTalk Unlocked, they offer listeners valuable insights drawn from their diverse backgrounds, making each episode engaging and informative. The Wards founded Fruition Life Media and Creative Content OnDemand, which they have run for the past 17 years. They have received numerous accolades for their outstanding video production work, including an Emmy and multiple Telly Awards.

In addition to their entrepreneurial success, James and April were honored with the NAACP’s 2023 Power Couple Award and the Glassboro Orchid Club’s Entrepreneurial Power Couple Award in 2024. They also hosted an FM radio show, offering tips on marketing, scaling, and overcoming business challenges.

As proud sponsors of the Network Connection Series in 2023 and 2024 for the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey, the Wards helped local businesses grow through networking and promotion. With a heart for mentorship, they dedicate their time to inspiring others to start businesses, achieve lasting success, and create generational wealth.

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05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, let's take a moment to remember, honor, and celebrate the enduring legacy of our nation’s heroes.

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05/15/2026

Are you too scared to start your business? 👀
Fear is real—but so is your purpose.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRX1b0V2gWY

In this episode of BizTalk Unlocked with James & April, we break down how women entrepreneurs are overcoming fear, finding funding, and building REAL businesses 💼🔥

💡 Learn:
• How to push past fear and finally start
• The truth about grants, credit & funding
• Why your business plan matters more than you think

If you’ve been waiting for a sign… THIS IS IT.
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Let’s grow together.

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05/14/2026

FRAME is here! 🎬🎉
We’re excited to welcome participants into our FREE South Jersey film and media workforce training program as they begin hands-on training in production, editing, sound, and more. 🎧🎥🧑‍💻
Thank you to everyone helping support the future of South Jersey storytelling!

And thank you to New Jersey Stage for the feature!
https://www.newjerseystage.com/articles2/2026/05/03/free-film-and-media-training-program-launches-in-south-jersey-to-support-growing-industry-workforce/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRzCY5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeP1ERFyeH7Eg3yxatXtbzVg6hag7ijMinhCE-sbdM7AG2M2DwNByWWU15M4w_aem_KKnzzxV6AIhIoC8yIrKpsA

​​​​​​​(MOUNT LAUREL, NJ) -- Aspire Youth Development has officially opened enrollment for its new Film Readiness & Media Education (FRAME) program, a free, 18-week training initiative designed to prepare South Jersey residents for careers in the rapidly expanding film and digital medi...

05/04/2026

Are you busy or are you productive? There's a difference. We're breaking down burnout, focus tools, and how to remove the noise so you can make a real impact.

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05/01/2026

Happy Asian American Native Hawaiian & Pacific Heritage Month from BizTalk Unlocked!

05/01/2026

Knowledge is power and the right resources can change everything.

On BizTalkUnlocked with James Ward and April A. Ward Ward, we’re joined by Jamila Powell, MBA of LAEDA, Inc., sharing how Women’s Business Centers and Small Business Development Centers offer support and resources that are often already paid for through your tax dollars.

Watch the full episode today, be inspired, and tap into what’s already available to you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRX1b0V2gWY

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