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SUMMARY:Repairing Credit to Access Small Business Capital
DESCRIPTION:At this workshop\, we will learn: \n\n\nThe major role personal credit plays in accessing capital like business loans\nHow to build personal credit & use it to access capital to grow your small business\nHow credit is reported through the 3 major credit agencies\nHow credit reports are scored\, what the score includes\, how it is calculated\, & how it affects the cost of capital\nTips & strategies to build\, strengthen\, & repair credit\n\nThis event is open to everyone. Free food and refreshments will be served. \nYou have two ways to attend this event: you may either attend in person\, or you can attend online via livestream. Use the RSVP below and you can do whichever is easiest for you! Either show up on the day of the event\, or click the link to watch we will give out on the day.  \nAbout the Speaker\n\nIran Elizabeth Lisser is a Corporate Tax Accountant with more then 10 years of experience in Public Accounting and Fortune 500 Companies. She worked in Firms like PwC and Deloitte. Iran managed the provision and tax compliance of Prudential’s Subsidiaries in Latin America. Iran is now serving the public sector as a Senior Financial Counselor for more than 7 years to communities around New York City and programs like The Financial Empowerment Center\, EmpoweredNYC for People with Disabilities\, JobPlus to name some. She has provided hundreds of workshops\, Webinars\, and trainings to community organizations\, individuals and small businesses. Iran has served as Adjunct Lecturer at Lehman teaching Accounting and Individual Taxation. She is passionate about empowering individuals and small business owners on their financial wellness. Iran holds a Master Degree in Taxation from Rutgers University and Bachelor of Science in Accounting/ Economics from Lehman College. She is Financial Empowerment Certified\, IRS Certified Tax Return Preparer and Candidate for NY/NJ Certified Public Accountant.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/rcasbc-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T140000
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SUMMARY:2023 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge Info Session
DESCRIPTION:​Presented by the Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Queens Economic Development Corporation\, the 2023 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge is designed to help busy entrepreneurs launch or grow their startup. Its flexible schedule allows participants to join at any time between October 2022 to February 2023. \n​The multi-month program offers high-level entrepreneurial classes\, one-on-one office hours with QEDC mentors & advisors\, networking events with startup founders\, and FIVE five $20\,000 prizes. \n​Participants can compete in FIVE categories: 1) Urban tech\, 2) Big Data & AI\, 3) Aviation & Hospitality Technology\, 4) Food & Bev\, 5)Community \n​In this information session\, the program director will explain the eligibility\, application process and answer all of your questions.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/infoses-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20221005T171343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T171343Z
UID:17518-1666350000-1666353600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Founder's Friday: How I Built and Sold My B2B Marketplace in 4 years
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe will be sitting down with Victor Hunt. He founded and sold Astorian.com\, a marketplace helping building owners hire contractors. Victor founded Astorian in 2017 at Yale\, raised $2.2m in VC funding\, scaled it to 30 cities\, partnered with Zillow and Opendoor then sold to Plentific in 2022. Now he is exploring new ideas across AI\, govtech\, and helping small business grow. He’s currently backed by South Park Commons on his new journey. \nWe will be discussing: \n\nBiggest lesson learned launching and running his 1st tech startup\nInsights he most often shares with early-stage founders on building a B2B marketplace\nVictor’s best advise on hiring and fundraising\nWhatever else you’d like to hear from Bay during Q&A\n\nThis class is part of our Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge. Learn how you can participate and win prizes up to $20\,000 here.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ffb2b-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T191724Z
UID:17406-1666204200-1666209600@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/mwbe51-7-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220926T161641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T161641Z
UID:17517-1665666000-1665669600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Establish a Professional Domain\, Website\, & Email
DESCRIPTION:If you’re curious about bringing your existing business online\, or you’re just starting a business and want to know where to begin\, it all starts with a domain: your online address and home on the web.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/establish-a-professional-domain-website-email-2/
CATEGORIES:Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T130000
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CREATED:20220908T142237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T142237Z
UID:17511-1665655200-1665666000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:NYC WBC Hispanic Heritage Small Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the NYC Women’s Business Centers as they celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! \nPitch your business for a chance to win $2\,000 from Ponce Bank! \nNetwork with other influential Latina leaders and receive expert advice from today’s innovating Latina small-business professionals. \n**10 businesses will be selected from registered attendees to give their 60 second elevator pitch DURING the conference**
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/hhsbc-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T203000
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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\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[clearfix] \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-61-2-3-4-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back,Ready Set Go!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T140000
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CREATED:20220923T131347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T131347Z
UID:17513-1665493200-1665496800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:#1. Off The Shelf: Boosting Store Sales For Your CPG Brands
DESCRIPTION:Does your CPG brand have a strategy to move products off of retailer shelves? Most brands spend so much energy getting their product ON the shelf that they struggle to sell it OFF the shelf once it’s there. \nHaving a plan to drive sales for your product in retail is essential to ensure your product isn’t dropped. In this 1 hour workshop\, we are excited to have Kim Robinson\, founder of 3pts to lead the session. He will be discussing the strategies and tactics to boost store sales and help your business grow. \nThis class is part of our Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge. Learn how you can participate and win prizes up to $20\,000 here.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/1-off-the-shelf-boosting-store-sales-for-your-cpg-brands-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221011T120000
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CREATED:20220926T161529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T141002Z
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SUMMARY:Launch Your Business with Customer-Focused Marketing
DESCRIPTION:As a new entrepreneur\, you’ll need more than good products or services to grow your business. It’s also important to have strong customer-focused marketing strategies to reach your audience and turn them into loyal customers.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/launch-your-business-with-customer-focused-marketing/
CATEGORIES:Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220926T161319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T161319Z
UID:17515-1664978400-1664982000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to create a collaborative environment where everyone is responsible for design. You will go through design challenges and sprints that can be incorporated into any workplace or startup\, to unlock creativity and innovative thinking.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/design-thinking-for-entrepreneurs-2/
CATEGORIES:Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220926T161206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T161206Z
UID:17514-1664967600-1664971200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Sell Online with Ecommerce Tools
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to sell your products online. We’ll walk through listing your products for free with Google Business Profile and Merchant Center. And we’ll show you one way to sell on your website\, using an E-Commerce store built with Shopify. Plus\, learn about more helpful tools to stand out online\, such as Local Opportunity Finder and Grow My Store.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/sell-online-with-ecommerce-tools-2/
CATEGORIES:Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220822T132056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T132056Z
UID:17503-1664474400-1664485200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:EAC Business Training Course
DESCRIPTION:This 60-hour course is like a mini MBA! Learn every aspect of starting a new business from an experienced instructor and great guest speakers that will take you through topics including marketing\, financing\, managing a business\, and much more. Classes start September 29.  The class requires a $150 deposit that will be returned upon successful completion of the course. \n \nClick Here to Learn More!
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/eac-business-training-course-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T191724Z
UID:17405-1663785000-1663790400@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/mwbe51-7-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220824T143835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T143835Z
UID:17508-1663671600-1663675200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Learn the Basics of Google Ads
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. \nIn this session we’ll talk about: \n\nHow to create an account and set up an ad campaign\nHow to write great ads\, refine keywords\, and include ad extensions\nHow to measure success\n\nQEDC is partnering up with Grow with Google to bring this digital series to you. This session is part of that series.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/basics-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220824T143835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T143835Z
UID:17507-1663250400-1663254000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to create a collaborative environment where everyone is responsible for the design. You will go through design challenges and sprints that can be incorporated into any workplace or startup\, to unlock creativity and innovative thinking. \nIn this session we’ll introduce: \n\nThe principles of the design thinking process\nApplying the design thinking process to solve problems\nThe basics of prototyping your ideas\n\nQEDC is partnering up with Grow with Google to bring this digital series to you. This session is part of that series.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/design-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220822T144847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T144847Z
UID:17504-1663158600-1663162200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Ladies Lunch & Learn Series: Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Incentives to Grow your Business
DESCRIPTION:Talking Points: \n\nWe will talk about the program and requirements. You don’t need an established business to apply!\nYou will learn how to register to open an account and full walkthrough of the services: Apply here.\nWe will go over the 2 required classes on the platform to unlock incentives.\n\nBenefits: \n\nFree 1-on-1 coaching sessions with a large selection of experts specializing in a diverse set of skills are also available as an ongoing resource for any registered user!\nCourses designed to provide you with knowledge and tools to develop a marketing and communications strategy\, acquire customers\, and find product market fit.\nBased on your profile\, you can access community groups for you and your business!\nIncentives such as grants\, two months off on a business phone account and/or online bookkeeping provider\, 30% – 50% off on business tools and products\, and much more.\n\n\nSpeaker: Andrea Ormeno\, Queens Women’s Business Center Director & Director of Business Services at QEDC \nAndrea Ormeño currently serves as the Women’s Business Center Director and the Director of Business Services at the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC). In this role\, her responsibilities center on overseeing individual\, group\, and agency-wide efforts to help female entrepreneurs launch and improve their businesses.  As the Director of Business Services\, she manages and participates in the administration\, and decision-making to ensure we deliver top-notch services to our clients and our stakeholders. \nServing over 1000 clients\, Ormeño’s areas of expertise are start-up businesses\, business development\, finance management\, and grant management. She has become QEDC’s leading expert on permits and licensing\, especially working with women and the Hispanic immigrant community. She is bilingual in Eng
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/lll-verizon-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20210329T124950Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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\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[clearfix] \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-61-2-3-5-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back,Ready Set Go!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220824T144018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T144018Z
UID:17509-1662642000-1662645600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Make Your Small Business More Accessible
DESCRIPTION:When businesses build digital communications that allow people with disabilities to perceive\, understand\, navigate\, and interact with products and services\, it expands their market. Implementing accessibility best practices can help businesses grow\, and improve the experience for all users. \nIn this session we’ll show you how to: \n\nWhat does accessibility mean\, online?\nHow to design for accessibility: web pages\, email\, and tips for physical spaces\nTips for being more inclusive\n\n\nQEDC is partnering up with Grow with Google to bring this digital series to you. This session is part of that series.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/accessible-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220824T143835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T143835Z
UID:17505-1662469200-1662472800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Establish a Professional Domain\, Website\, & Email for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:If you’re curious about bringing your existing business online\, or you’re just starting a business and want to know where to begin\, it all starts with a domain: your online address and home on the web. \nIn this session we’ll cover: \n\nThe benefits of owning a domain\nHelpful web terms to know\nHow to get the most out of your domain\n\n\nQEDC is partnering up with Grow with Google to bring this digital series to you. This session is part of that series.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/establish-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Grow With Google
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T191724Z
UID:17404-1660761000-1660766400@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/mwbe51-7-3/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220809T203000
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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\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[clearfix] \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-61-2-3-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
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UID:17468-1657652400-1657657800@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\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[clearfix] \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-61-2-3-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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SUMMARY:Queens Rises Higher @ Kaufman Arts District
DESCRIPTION:A market to celebrate the borough’s best makers! Enjoy food\, artisans\, entertainment.\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAbout this event\n  \n\n\nSAVE THE DATE! Saturday\, June 25th from 12 PM to 5 PM – The Backlot @ Kaufman Astoria Studios\, 36th Street between 35th and 34th Avenue \nQueens Economic Development Corporation\, Kaufman Arts District\, and Kaufman Astoria Studios are partnering to present Queens Rises Higher @ Kaufman Arts District! This is an event you won’t want to miss. \nQueens Rises Higher @ Kaufman Arts District is a street fair-style celebration of all that makes our borough great. Experience local food and drinks\, buy goods from artists and crafters\, and enjoy live entertainment! All made in the world’s best borough – Queens! \nFree admission. \nA list of vendors will be added soon. \nRegistration is not required\, but it is recommended. \n  \nClick Here to Register\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nSponsors
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/qrh-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220614T203000
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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\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[clearfix] \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-61-2-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T190000
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CREATED:20220422T120519Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Quality Marketing Content
DESCRIPTION:Many businesses think that marketing only means advertising. As effective entrepreneurs know\, however\, customers are more interested and loyal to businesses whose marketing content provides value. Learn how to create content that will keep your costumers coming back to you.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/creating-quality-marketing-content-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20220422T120102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T120102Z
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SUMMARY:Commercial Lease Strategies
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this workshop is to help you to prepare for\, negotiate and sign a commercial lease. We will cover the importance of pre-planning and due diligence when selecting a location and landlord\, legal concepts and terms relevant to commercial leases\, online and in-person resources available to you during the leasing process\, tips for negotiating and signing a commercial lease.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/commercial-lease-strategies-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T133000
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CREATED:20220517T140122Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Lenders
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nAt this free webinar you will be able to meet with a panel of lenders from different organizations to go over what you need to get money for your business! Panelists include banks\, micro-lending institutions and federal government products to meet the needs of all business owners from all stages. \nYou will get an introduction from each of the organizations along with a description of the different amounts of money\, terms and additional requirements that each lender can offer your business. \n\nAbout the Speakers:\n\n\nRene Cruz\nSenior Business Lending Officer at BOC Capital Corp\n\n  \n\n\nDaniel Delehanty\nSVP and CRA Officer\, Director of Community Development at Dime Community Bank\n\n  \n\n\nMan-li Lin\nEconomic Development Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration\n\n  \n\n\nLeroy E. Quilter\nDirector of Digital & Branch Lending at Dime Community Bank
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/mtl-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T160000
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CREATED:20220422T115950Z
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SUMMARY:Key to NYC Guidelines and Resources to Help Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about Key to NYC guidelines and resources that are available to help your business adapt to a changing business environment. \nKey to NYC is a new initiative requiring certain businesses to check that staff and patrons are vaccinated against COVID-19. \nAvailable resources include: \n\nVirtual Compliance Consultations\nFinancial Assistance\nCommercial Lease Assistance\nFree Face Coverings + a PPE Supplier Directory\nOnline Business Education Courses\nEmployee Support\n\nA link to the webinar will be sent approx. one day before and 20 minutes before the event. Please check your email and spam.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/key-to-nyc-guidelines-and-resources-to-help-your-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T181308
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T191724Z
UID:17398-1652868000-1652875200@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/mwbe51-5/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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SUMMARY:Life Insurance Has Been Poorly Misnamed
DESCRIPTION:Its true purpose is to replace the financial value of a specific entity. Did you know that experts highly recommend you have 8-10 times of your annual income in life insurance? At this event we will briefly discuss the different entities that require life insurance\, as well as the different types! \nLife Insurance for: \n• Families • Businesses • Key Persons \nCash Value vs Term \nHow to properly protect your plan \nAbout the Speaker\nBabajide Sonibare has helped hundreds of clients with their financial needs\, saving them up to $560 per month and/or gaining 4 times as much insurance coverage\, with no additional cost. He offers tax protection\, rate reductions\, and client plan customization for: \n\nLife insurance\n529 Plans\nCoverdell ESA\nMutual Funds\nRetirement Accounts: 401(K)\, 403(B)\, Solo 401(K)\, Roth IRA\, Traditional IRA\, SEP IRA Annuities\n\nBabajide Sonibare is a Primerica Division Leader\, a Registered Representative with PFS Investments\, and a licensed Life Insurance Agent\, with additional certifications in smart home automation\, senior health insurance\, and auto & home insurance. \nTo schedule a free consultation:\n347-371-0945\nbabajidesonibare@gmail.com
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/life-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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