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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-40/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,MWBE
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SUMMARY:Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:One of the ways NELP supports entrepreneurs is through legal clinics. These virtual clinics offer confidential\, one-on-one appointments where entrepreneurs meet with a volunteer attorney(s) to discuss a range of small business legal issues. Common topics include choosing a business structure\, contract and agreement guidance\, intellectual property protections\, commercial leasing\, and more. NELP’s clinics are designed to provide one-time legal advice and guidance. \nPlease use the following link to register for an upcoming clinic and make sure to include your specific questions: \nhttps://www.citybarjusticecenter.org/event-type/nelp-events/ \nOnce NELP receives your registration\, they will review it and follow up with you to confirm an appointment.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/legal-clinic-13/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
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SUMMARY:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge: 2027 Kickoff Night
DESCRIPTION:Network and learn about the 2027 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenges\, where teams compete for grants up to $20\,000! \nAs one of the longest-running startup competitions in NYC\, the Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge has fueled entrepreneurship in the borough – and across the entire city – for more than two decades. \nHosted by the Queens Economic Development Corporation in collaboration with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr.\, and with leadership support from Resorts World New York City\, this program has helped thousands of entrepreneurs bring their dreams to life through education\, networking\, one-on-one counseling… and both cash and in-kind prizes. \nJoin organizers and fellow Queens innovators at The Local NY for a networking happy hour and kickoff for the 2027 Challenge\, which promises to be our biggest one yet. \nWe believe that innovation comes in all sizes. So\, uniquely\, this program is designed for both small businesses and high-growth tech startups. Learn about categories\, eligibility\, and more at QueensStartup.org. \n\nClick here to register
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-tech-innovation-challenge-2027-kickoff-night/
LOCATION:The Local NY\, 13-02 44th Avenue\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady\, Set\, Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that covers 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\n\nAbout the Speaker:\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-51/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Ready Set Go!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T183000
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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-41/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,MWBE
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady\, Set\, Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that covers 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\n\nAbout the Speaker:\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-52/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Ready Set Go!
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