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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/mwbe51-7-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T110000
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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
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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:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220822T144847Z
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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
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CREATED: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
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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
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CREATED:20220824T143835Z
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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:20260405T195349
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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LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T124950Z
UID:17466-1660071600-1660077000@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-61-2-3-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220712T203000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T170000
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UID:17501-1656158400-1656176400@services.queensny.org
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T120519Z
UID:17496-1654707600-1654714800@services.queensny.org
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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T120102Z
UID:17495-1653559200-1653562800@services.queensny.org
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T140122Z
UID:17502-1653481800-1653485400@services.queensny.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T170000
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UID:17494-1652889600-1652893200@services.queensny.org
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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T130000
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CREATED:20220411T155812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T155812Z
UID:17500-1652356800-1652360400@services.queensny.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T124950Z
UID:17447-1652209200-1652214600@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-61-2-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T173000
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UID:17493-1651593600-1651599000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Business Entity Formation
DESCRIPTION:The Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project (NELP)\, in partnership with the Queens Economic Development Corporation\, is hosting a webinar on business entity formation on Tuesday\, May 3rd\, 2022 at 4:00pm. The webinar will focus on the advantages and liabilities of different forms of business structures.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/business-entity-formation-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T150000
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UID:17499-1651240800-1651244400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: How To Get A 0% Food/Beverage Business Loan
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will highlight a new program that will provide 0% loans to restaurants\, committed to fostering a safe\, positive\, and just work environment for their employees.\n\nIn this webinar\, we will discuss further details and qualifications for this new program\, including:\n\n   • Loan amounts\n   • Minimum years in operation\n   • Acceptable credit score\n   • Eligible food & beverage businesses\n   • Repayment terms and conditions\n   • How to apply\n   • What mistake to avoid\n   • FAQs\, and more.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/webinar-how-to-get-a-0-food-beverage-business-loan-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220425T154524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T154524Z
UID:17497-1651233600-1651237200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Seminario Web: Cómo Recibir Una Beca de Hasta $50.000.00
DESCRIPTION:Este programa económico fue estabilizado para ayudar a las empresas impactadas por la pandemia.\n\nPara los que son elegibles\, pueden recibir una beca de hasta $50.000.00\n\nEn este seminario web\, vamos a revisar los detalles de este beca\, incluyendo:\n\n   • Calificaciones comerciales elegibles\n   • Empresas inelegible \n   • Usos elegibles de los fondos\n   • Usos inelegible de los fondos\n\n   • Documentos requeridos\n   • Los errores que muchos cometen\n   • Cómo aplicar\n   • Preguntas y contestas\, y mucho más.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/seminario-web-como-recibir-una-beca-de-hasta-50-000-00-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220425T145202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T145202Z
UID:17498-1651154400-1651158000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: How To Get A Loan of Up To $5\,000\,000
DESCRIPTION:This loan program offers up to $5\,000\,000 to eligible businesses\, helping them with various financial business needs and endeavors.\n\nIn this webinar\, we will cover:\n   • Who this loan is for\n   • Eligibility requirements\n   • Acceptable use of funds\n   • What is needed to apply\n   • Repayment terms and conditions\n   • How to apply\n   • FAQs\, and more.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/webinar-how-to-get-a-loan-of-up-to-5000000-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20201027T191724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T191724Z
UID:17402-1651053600-1651060800@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/mwbe51-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back,MWBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220411T155541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T155541Z
UID:17491-1650970800-1650976200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:QEDC & LaGuardia PTAC Presents: Essential Elements of a Cost/Price Proposal
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will review the life cycle of a proposal\, how the government evaluates proposals\, reviewing direct and indirect costing\, and best practices for connecting the technical approach and costing of bid that will lead to a responsive\, responsible and reasonable submission.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/qedc-laguardia-ptac-presents-essential-elements-of-a-cost-price-proposal-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220411T155812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T155812Z
UID:17492-1649937600-1649941200@services.queensny.org
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 Facebook Live 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/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20210329T124950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T124950Z
UID:17446-1649790000-1649795400@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-61-2-4/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220331T175341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T175341Z
UID:17490-1649332800-1649336400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:How to pitch your startup with a compelling story
DESCRIPTION:This free workshop is part of 2022 Queens StartUP! Program. Join the finalists and the instructor on how to best tell your startup stories.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nJoin the Queens StartUP! Competition program to learn how to most effectively pitch to the investors and potential customers. \nYou will learn: \n\nUse storytelling techniques in startup presentations\nCreate an emotional connection with your audience\nDeliver your content that resonates\n\nWe will select one volunteer from the audience to give a short pitch and the instructor will give feedback live.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/how-to-pitch-your-startup-with-a-compelling-story-2-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220321T174213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T174213Z
UID:17488-1648641600-1648663200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Improve Your Business Accounting with QuickBooks
DESCRIPTION:Bookkeeping is essential in every business\, large and small. This course will review the purpose and benefits of bookkeeping and help business owners determine whether to perform bookkeeping in-house or hire external help. You will learn about: basic accounting terms and processes\, how to read and use financial statements\, the importance of bookkeeping to running your business\, and important methods and principles of bookkeeping. \nClass Duration: 6 Hours \nPlease note: This is an online webinar. You will receive the details needed to join within 24 hours of the scheduled start time. To receive these details you MUST register beforehand.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/improve-your-business-accounting-with-quickbooks-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Comes Back
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195349
CREATED:20220322T123641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T123641Z
UID:17489-1648641600-1648645200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:2022 Queens StartUP! Finalists Announcement
DESCRIPTION:We will announce all finalists from the four categories – Tech\, Sustainability\, Community\, Food for the 2022 Queens StartUP! Competition.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nWe will be announcing the finalists of 2022 Queens StartUP! Competition. \n  \nHere is a brief agenda:\n12pm -12:10: Opening \n12:10 – 12:15: Judge remarks \n12:15 – 12:40: Finalists announcement + introduction \n12:40 – 12:45: Upcoming events announcement \n12:45: Finalists group photo \n12:50pm: Q&A \nWe look forward to seeing you all then! \nYou will receive a Zoom link one day before the event starts.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/2022-queens-startup-finalists-announcement-2/
CATEGORIES:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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