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SUMMARY:Access to Capital: Meet the Lenders
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nLooking to fund your next stage of growth? Join us for our Access to Capital event\, a half-day opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect directly with banks\, microlenders\, and alternative funders to explore financing options for their business. \nThis event is designed for seasoned business owners who are ready to scale and want to understand what it takes to qualify for funding\, strengthen their financial documents\, and build relationships with lenders who actively support small businesses in NYC. \n  \nEvent Format\n10:00 AM – 11:30 PM | Lender Fair \nWalk through our open fair to meet and network with 20–25 banks\, CDFIs\, and community lenders. Learn about their products\, loan requirements\, and funding programs. Get insider knowledge on what types of businesses and industries each lender specializes in\, and gather valuable materials to take home. \n11:30 PM –  1:00 PM | Speed Mentorship Sessions \nAfter exploring the fair\, sign up for 15-minute one-on-one sessions with lenders to discuss your financing needs in more depth. Bring your financial documents—such as tax returns\, profit & loss statements\, or business plans—to receive personalized feedback on what you may qualify for and what to strengthen before applying. \n  \nWhat You’ll Walk Away With\n\nDirect connections to lenders who are actively lending to small businesses\nClarity on which funding option best fits your business stage\nActionable feedback on your financial readiness and loan application\nConfidence to move forward toward financing with the right partner\n\n  \nThis event is supported by grants provided by Empire State Development Corporation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/atcmtl/
LOCATION:Queens Borough Hall\, Helen Marshall Cultural Center\, 120-55 Queens Blvd.\, Kew Gardens\, NY\, 11424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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SUMMARY:Fundraising 101: Building Relationships\, Preparing Your Pitch\, and Navigating the VC Process
DESCRIPTION:Raising venture capital can feel overwhelming\, especially in today’s market where investors are more selective and fundraising cycles are longer. \n​Join us for a practical session where we will discuss: \n\nHow to build relationships early and stay on the radar before your raise \n\n​How to craft a pitch that balances big vision with financial discipline. \n\n​What should a typical fundraise process look like\, broadly? \n\n​What are some key lessons learned and watch-outs?
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/f101/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:Learn about getting certified as a Minority / Woman-owned Business Enterprise with NYC & NYS\, what you will need to do to obtain government contracts\, and how you can leverage your certification to get more business at this free online webinar. \nAbout the Speaker\nSince coming to QEDC\, Ricardi Calixte has worked with many neighborhoods’ business organizations to help improve the local economy. He spearheaded the development of Corona Plaza\, transforming an under-utilized area into one of the borough’s foremost pedestrian plazas. He works closely with merchant groups\, foundations\, and government agencies to help local communities reach their potential. \nA native of Haiti\, Ricardi graduated from New York City public schools and has a BA degree in Economics\, an MA in Africana Studies\, and an MRP in Urban Planning from SUNY Albany. He is a CORO Fellow. He lives Queens and is the proud father of a daughter and son.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/get-business-from-nyc-and-nys-government-m-wbe-certification-30/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:MWBE
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