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SUMMARY:Hurricane Ida Financial Assistance
DESCRIPTION:Hurricane Ida damaged numerous businesses. At this webinar we will discuss a new program from the SBA: Hurricane Ida Financial Assistance for Businesses\, Non-profit Organizations and Individuals. You will learn the requirements and how to apply. If your business was damaged by Ida\, then learn how the SBA can help. \nThe program is for people in NY and NJ declared disaster areas: \n\nThe disaster declaration covers Bronx\, Kings\, Queens\, Richmond\, and Westchester counties in New York\, which are eligible for both Physical and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the SBA.\nSmall businesses and most private nonprofit organizations in the following adjacent counties are eligible to apply only for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans: Nassau\, New York\, Putnam and Rockland in New York.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/hurricane-ida-financial-assistance-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210914T190000
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady? Set. Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that takes you all the things you need to think about when going into business.  It provides a general overview of what it takes to start a business; legal considerations and what it takes to fund a new venture. \n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nThomas Farrell is a lawyer with a great deal of experience with contracts\, employment matters\, and regulatory compliance. He offers a combination of programs and practices to owners of small- and medium-sized businesses\, largely designed to prevent them from being sued or from being investigated by government agencies. \n\n[clearfix] \n\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-9-14-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210913T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210913T160000
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SUMMARY:Best Practices for the NYC Vaccine Mandate at Restaurants
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\nPlease join us for a panel discussion on what to do for your restaurant. We chose this format because we know restaurants have been flooded with information. You do not need more lectures and powerpoints. You want answers and to hear what others are doing to put a good face on things. We want to create a space for you to ask the questions you need answered for your restaurant to survive. \n  \nExpert panelists:\nSteven Picker | Executive Director\nFood & Beverage Industry Partnership\nNYC Department of Small Business Services \nLeon Lubarsky\, Esq.\nLetter Grade Consulting\, Inc.\nHealth department expert \nDawn Kelly\, Proprietor\nThe Nourish Spot \nDudley Stewart\, Proprietor\nMichael Fuquay\, Proprietor\nThe Queensboro \nJonathan Forgash\nExecutive Director\nQueens Together
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/bestp-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T170000
DTSTAMP:20210810T135654Z
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SUMMARY:Queens Comes Back! QEDC Fall Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:> \nQEDC is back in a big way! As we shake off our Covid doldrums\, say goodbye to summer\, and get ready to build great\, local businesses…right here in Queens! Mingle with other entrepreneurs\, chat with QEDC staff\, and network you heart out.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/qfiw-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T120000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\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/mwbe-8-21-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210810T140000
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SUMMARY:Choosing a Business Type
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nOne of the key decisions you’ll make when starting a business is selecting a business entity. It is a decision that will have long lasting impact on your finances\, taxes\, and personal liability. In this workshop we’ll compare the main legal structures for doing business: Sole Proprietorships\, Partnerships\, Corporations\, and LLCs. We’ll discuss the costs of formation\, the differences in management structure\, and the documents that are required for each different structure. By the end of the workshop you’ll have a clear idea of which one is best for your business. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\nThomas M. Farrell has a business law practice\, representing organizations of various sizes and sophistication\, ranging from small and family-owned enterprises to medium-sized\, well-established businesses. His mission is to bring sophisticated legal services to these entrepreneurs at an affordable rate\, protecting both the owners’ personal assets and the business’s assets.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/choosing-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210806T150000
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SUMMARY:Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant FAQ Webinar
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nExpert Roy Pellicano will answer questions to facilitate the PSBR Grant application process\, elevating your understanding and chances of obtaining funding from this grant. The link will be sent via email. \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/psbr-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210622T173000
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SUMMARY:Free Legal Assistance for your Business’ Legal Needs
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nDo you have questions about \n\nA business contract you received from a client?\nWhat things are negotiable in a contract?\nDifferentiating between an employee and an independent contractor?\nA commercial lease?\nHow to set up your business legally?\nThe difference between an LLC and a C-corp/ S-Corp?\n\nSign up for a free 45-minute appointment with a pro-bono attorney to discuss pressing legal issues. If you need more time\, you can schedule follow-ups and continue to work with them. \nThis clinic is a partnership between the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) and the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project (NELP). With only 8 slots available\, register for your slot right away. \n* Please note that unlike all the other clinics\, this clinic will not have any attorney to discuss intellectual property (trademarks\, copyrights\, patents\, etc). \n\nClick Here to RSVP
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/flabln-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T140000
DTSTAMP:20210325T135312Z
CREATED:20210325T135312Z
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SUMMARY:Home Improvement Contractor Training
DESCRIPTION:Queens Economic Development Corporation is partnering with the Consortium for Workers Education to provide a free two-day\, 10-hour online training class\, normally costing $199. The class prepares the participants for the NYC home improvement contractor licensing examination and helps participants to put together their license application. The class will cover the following topics: \n\n\nHome improvement business law and insurance\n\n\nDuties and responsibilities of a contractor\n\n\nContent and cancellation of contracts\n\n\nAdvertising and selling practices: How to give a quote\, estimation and capital improvement\n\n\nGeneral industry knowledge\n\n\nOverview of how to apply and submit the license online
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/home-improvement-contractor-training-5-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T120000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\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-3-2-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T120000
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SUMMARY:Do You Qualify for the Upcoming NYS Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant?
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLaunching June 10\, 2021\, the Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant is a new New York State program providing grant funding to small and micro businesses and for-profit independent arts and cultural organizations impacted by the pandemic. The grants will be flexible and can be used for a number of different business operating expenses\, including payroll\, rent or mortgage payments\, taxes\, utilities\, PPE or other business expenses incurred between March 1\, 2020 and April 1\, 2021.  \nIn this webinar\, you will learn the following: \n\nEligibility Requirements\nEligible Expenses\nDocumentation Requirements\nApplication Process\n\nThis webinar will be held Thursday\, June 10th\, 2021. The Zoom link and reminder will be sent to you the day of the webinar.  \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\nRoy Pellicano has been an entrepreneur since the age of 11\, and is now an advisor to businesses related to business and technology strategy. He sees his mission to be that of an educator to ensure that small business owners understand their business and how to be literate to their growth\, operations\, and financing. He has advised multiple award winning businesses and entrepreneurs. When Covid hit\, he read the laws for both the EIDL and the PPP and became an expert helping other businesses address their financing needs through the SBA programs. During this time\, he also saw the needs of businesses in relation to their small business financing\, and opened a commercial financing company to address other needs of the small business. He helped small businesses apply for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund and now is helping them apply for the upcoming Pandemic Small Business Recovery grant.  \nNYS is preparing a new small business pack coming in July of 2021 and he is monitoring that development and will bring that to his clients and network as soon as more information is available.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/psbrg-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T140000
DTSTAMP:20210329T124950Z
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SUMMARY:Presenting Your Food Business Online
DESCRIPTION:Learn from a professional food photographer how restaurants and other food businesses best present themselves online. In this workshop\, the instructor will cover the following topics:\n\nHow to tell your brand story through food photography that connects with your customers\nWhat makes certain food pictures appealing on Instagram and how to take them\nExamples of restaurants/food biz that have great online presence VS those that do not and why\nInstagram best practices for food business\nInstagram page audit and feedback: we will select any volunteers in the audience who are willing to present their business Instagram page and get feedback directly front the instructor\nQ&A
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/food-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T203000
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady? Set. Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that takes you all the things you need to think about when going into business.  It provides a general overview of what it takes to start a business; legal considerations and what it takes to fund a new venture. \n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nThomas Farrell is a lawyer with a great deal of experience with contracts\, employment matters\, and regulatory compliance. He offers a combination of programs and practices to owners of small- and medium-sized businesses\, largely designed to prevent them from being sued or from being investigated by government agencies. \n\n[clearfix] \n\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-10-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210521T110000
DTSTAMP:20210515T163549Z
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SUMMARY:Fondo de Revitalización de Restaurantes (Restaurant Revitalization Fund)
DESCRIPTION:El fondo de revitalización de restaurantes es un programa del gobierno federal de EE. UU. que ayuda a los propietarios de restaurantes que han visto sus negocios dañados por el COVID-19. Aprenda cómo solicitar este programa en este taller gratuito. \n¿Quién puede aplicar? Todos los negocios minoristas relacionados con alimentos y bebidas.\nConsulte en línea para obtener una lista completa.\n \n¿Cuándo debe aplicar? Desde el 1 de mayo al 21 de mayo de 2021\, para solicitudes con\nprioridad. El resto de solicitantes pueden aplicar después del 21 de mayo hasta que se agoten\nlos fondos.\n\nSolicitudes con prioridad: Pequeños negocios propiedad de mujeres\, veteranos\, y personas\ndesfavorecidas socialmente o económicamente. Consulte en línea para obtener más\ninformación.\n\n¿Cómo aplicar? Por medio de proveedores de puntos de venta reconocidos por U.S. Small\nBusiness Administration (SBA) como TOAST y SQUARE o directamente a través del portal de\nsolicitud en línea: restaurants.sba.gov\nEl número de teléfono de la línea de ayuda es 844-279-8898.\n\n¿En que puedo gastar los fondos? Los fondos se pueden gastar en artículos comerciales:\nnómina de sueldos\, días de enfermedad\, hipotecas\, alquiler\, servicio de deudas\, utilidades\,\nmantenimiento\, construcción de asientos al aire libre\, suministros\, PPE\, limpieza\, alimentos y\nbebidas\, proveedores cubiertos\, gastos operativos.\n  \nThis workshop is in Spanish.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/fondo-de-revitalizacion-de-restaurantes-restaurant-revitalization-fund-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T120000
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SUMMARY:Apply for the Restaurant Recovery Fund!  What you need to do to receive funds!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn how to apply for the Restaurant Recovery Fund (RRF) and what you’ll need to  do to receive the funds.  Hosted by Charles Antonucci\, QEDC business advisor \n\nAbout the Speaker:\n  \n\n\nCharles Antonucci is a retired banker and entrepreneur. He has over forty years experience in the finance business. He has been a consultant with the QEDC since March 2019.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/restaurant-recovery-fund-5-20-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T120000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T191724Z
UID:10000460-1621418400-1621425600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\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-3-2-4-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T203000
DTSTAMP:20210329T124950Z
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady? Set. Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that takes you all the things you need to think about when going into business.  It provides a general overview of what it takes to start a business; legal considerations and what it takes to fund a new venture. \n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nThomas Farrell is a lawyer with a great deal of experience with contracts\, employment matters\, and regulatory compliance. He offers a combination of programs and practices to owners of small- and medium-sized businesses\, largely designed to prevent them from being sued or from being investigated by government agencies. \n\n[clearfix] \n\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-10-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T120000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\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-3-2-5-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T203000
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady? Set. Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that takes you all the things you need to think about when going into business.  It provides a general overview of what it takes to start a business; legal considerations and what it takes to fund a new venture. \n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nThomas Farrell is a lawyer with a great deal of experience with contracts\, employment matters\, and regulatory compliance. He offers a combination of programs and practices to owners of small- and medium-sized businesses\, largely designed to prevent them from being sued or from being investigated by government agencies. \n\n[clearfix] \n\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-6-2-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210317T120000
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SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\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-3-2-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T203000
DTSTAMP:20200728T154452Z
CREATED:20200728T154452Z
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UID:10000444-1614279600-1614285000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady? Set. Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that takes you all the things you need to think about when going into business.  It provides a general overview of what it takes to start a business; legal considerations and what it takes to fund a new venture. \n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nThomas Farrell is a lawyer with a great deal of experience with contracts\, employment matters\, and regulatory compliance. He offers a combination of programs and practices to owners of small- and medium-sized businesses\, largely designed to prevent them from being sued or from being investigated by government agencies. \n\n[clearfix] \n\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-6-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T150000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Actualización de Impuestos 2020
DESCRIPTION:Tema del Webinar:\n\nObjetivos de este webinar son: \n\nComo el COVID19 va a impactar los impuestos 2020 de pequeños negocios\nCómo declarar los PPP y EIDL loans en sus impuestos\nCuáles son los nuevos créditos y deducciones que pueden beneficiar los pequeños negocios\nQue debe saber sobre el anexo C y otros formularios de impuestos para presentar los impuestos de pequeños negocios\nCómo manejar la contratación de personas que viven en USA pero que no están documentados para trabajar en USA\nComo manejar el cierre de su negocio en términos de impuestos\n\n\n\nBiografia de la Presentadora:\n\n\nBiografia de la Presentadora:\nDigna Cueto es una profesional de negocios con más de 20 años de experiencia en retail corporativo. Graduarse de un curso de capacitación en plan de negocios y emprendimiento ha despertado a la emprendedora en su interior ” su verdadera pasión por el campo de la contabilidad y la preparación de impuestos”. Se graduó con títulos de Ingeniero y Administración de Empresas y también ha completado 18 créditos en Contabilidad ademas está pendiente a recibir la licencia federal de Enrolled Agent. Es propietaria de ATAX Elmhurst NY y gracias al apoyo\, la asociación y los recursos de TAX Franchise le permiten brindar un servicio de alto valor a los clientes objetivo en Queens NY.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/impuestos2020-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210219T110000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
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UID:10000469-1613725200-1613732400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:New Changes to 2020 Business & Personal Taxes
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nAt this webinar you will be able learn: \n\n\nHow COVID-19 has impacted 2020 small business and personal taxes\nBest ways to report PPP and EIDL Loans\nWhat are the new credits and deductions available for 2020\nWhat should you know about Schedule C\nHow to handle the closing of your business in terms of taxes\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\nDigna Cueto is a business professional with 20+ years of experience in Corporate retail. Graduating from a business plan training course has awakened the entrepreneur in her and “a real passion for accounting and tax preparation field”. She graduated with Engineering and Business Administration Degrees and also have completed 18 credits in an Accounting Major. The support\, partnership and resources from ATAX Franchise enable her to provide a high value service to target customers in Queens NY. She is the owner of ATAX Elmhurst\, NY.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/taxes2020-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T120000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T191724Z
UID:10000457-1613556000-1613563200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\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-3-2-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T110000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
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UID:10000465-1613469600-1613473200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:New York State’s FY 2022 State Budget
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nPlease join NYS Higher Education Services Corporation President Dr. Guillermo Linares for a virtual presentation on New York State’s FY 2022 State Budget. \nThe budget builds on the bold vision to reimagine\, rebuild & renew New York by supporting pandemic recovery of highly-impacted small businesses\, restaurants and the arts & entertainment industries\, placing a cap on broadband for low-income families\, providing billions in rent relief and to preserve 100\,000 affordable homes\, investments from the private and public sectors to create Green Economy opportunities and create the nation’s largest infrastructure plan to drive growth and opportunity for all. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\nDr. Guillermo Linares\, is the President of the New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC)\, nominated by Governor Cuomo and confirmed by the State Senate. Leading the State’s student financial aid agency\, Dr. Linares oversees one of the nation’s top need-based grant programs – the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)\, the first-in-the-nation program making public college tuition-free – the Excelsior Scholarship\, and numerous other scholarship and award programs which totaled over $1.06 billion in aid in 2017-18\, helping more than 357\,000 students achieve their college dreams. \nDr. Linares has enjoyed a multi-faceted career\, including serving as a school teacher\, local school board member\, City Council member\, Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs\, and New York State Assemblyman representing the 72nd District and in numerous other roles in the community\, state and nation. Throughout his life\, Dr. Linares\, a native of the Dominican Republic\, has remained committed to improving public education and championing immigrant issues.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/fy2022sb-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T110000
DTSTAMP:20201027T191724Z
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UID:10000464-1613037600-1613041200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:How to Register a Business
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn the basics of getting your business registered in New York State. In this webinar\, we will cover the forms and fees\, instructions\, and general guidance on how to choose between several legal structures.  \nDisclaimer: This information DOES NOT substitute for a paid attorney’s advice. This is just a general guidance\, which is available online\, can be verified\, and might be enough for you depending on your situation. To receive more guidance\, book an appointment with a business counselor at www.services.queensny.org/booknow. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\nBhavna Punjwani directs the Entrepreneurship Assistance Center\, which is a state-funded program offering resources to entrepreneurs in the pre-startup\, startup\, and growth stages. She is responsible for the program’s business plan training\, mentorship assistance\, veteran entrepreneur assistance\, and technical assistance such as registering businesses and legal setup\, applying for licenses and permits\, writing business plans\, and creating marketing and financial strategies.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/htrab-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T150000
DTSTAMP:20210108T221424Z
CREATED:20210108T221424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T221424Z
UID:10000498-1612360800-1612364400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:PPP and EIDL Loans
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nLearn about the EIDL and PPP loan programs to help your small business. Topics covered will include PPP forgiveness and the new requirements for the EIDL program\, which has now been extended through the end of the year.\n \nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\n\nMan-Li Kuo Lin is Economic Development Specialist at the U.S. Small Business Administration New York District Office. She joined SBA as a Business Development Specialist in 2006.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ppp-and-eidl-loans-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T203000
DTSTAMP:20200728T154452Z
CREATED:20200728T154452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200728T154452Z
UID:10000445-1611860400-1611865800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady? Set. Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that takes you all the things you need to think about when going into business.  It provides a general overview of what it takes to start a business; legal considerations and what it takes to fund a new venture. \n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nThomas Farrell is a lawyer with a great deal of experience with contracts\, employment matters\, and regulatory compliance. He offers a combination of programs and practices to owners of small- and medium-sized businesses\, largely designed to prevent them from being sued or from being investigated by government agencies. \n\n[clearfix] \n\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-6-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T180000
DTSTAMP:20210119T195946Z
CREATED:20210119T195946Z
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UID:10000501-1611853200-1611856800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:PPP Webinar (Español)
DESCRIPTION:¡MÁS INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LA NUEVA FINANCIACIÓN PPP! \nQEDC y Truefund están organizando seminarios web informativos sobre la nueva ronda de financiación de APP en inglés y español.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ppp-webinar-espanol-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210127T180000
DTSTAMP:20210119T195502Z
CREATED:20210119T195502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T195502Z
UID:10000500-1611766800-1611770400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:PPP Webinar (English)
DESCRIPTION:LEARN ABOUT THE NEW PPP FUNDING! \nQEDC & Truefund are hosting informational webinars on the new round of PPP funding in both English and Spanish.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ppp-webinar-english-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back
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