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SUMMARY:I Have a Food Product. Now What?
DESCRIPTION:The Food Entrepreneur’s Essential Guide to Branding & Marketing\nWelcome to the wonderful\, crazy\, and competitive world of food startups! \nNow that you have a product you want to sell\, you’ve got to figure out a way to create a brand that gets noticed\, stands out from the competition\, and connects with customers. \nWhat good does it do to have a great product if no one knows about it? In today’s over-communicated\, cluttered\, and confusing marketplace\, it is even more important to be crystal clear on who you are (as a brand)\, who you serve\, and how\, where\, and when to communicate your brand message. \nCreating a brand that sells on your own can be overwhelming. In this 6-part workshop series\, we’ll walk you through a simple and practical guide to the essential branding and marketing tools you need to successfully develop and grow a unique\, authentic\, and relevant brand. \nClasses\nClass #1: Wednesday\, February 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 1 : Defining Your Brand Identity \nThink about your favorite brands. What do they have in common? They communicate a clear sense of self. Brands that have a clear identity and purpose are able to form more authentic and meaningful connections that result in truly devoted fans who not only buy from you\, but act as ambassadors\, convincing others they should buy from you too. \nIn this workshop\, we will guide you through simple and practical steps you can take to define your brand and differentiate it in the marketplace. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe true definition of a brand.\nThe 1 question you should be answering when defining your brand.\nThe secret to creating the perfect Elevator Pitch.\nWhy you need a Mission Statement and all the tools you need to write a powerful one.\nThe steps to creating a visual brand identity and the secret weapon that every brand should have.\n\n  \nClass #2: Tuesday\, March 5th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 2 : Finding Your Niche and Creating a Brand Experience \n“A brand is worthless if it doesn’t connect with the right audiences in a relevant way.” Great brands are great because they are customer-focused. Part 1 of Branding Essentials was focused on defining you and your brand. This class is all about your customer. How to define them. How to find them. How to communicate and interact with them. And how to position your brand in a way that makes them choose your product over your competitor’s. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy you need to define your ideal customer and how doing so (along with defining your brand) will help make all future business decision-making effortless.\nHow to attract the right customers and develop a loyal diehard fan base.\nCreative ways to establish your brand voice and personality.\nThe importance of brand strategy and building brand equity.\n\n  \nClass #3: Wednesday\, March 13th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nPACKAGING ESSENTIALS : How Your Product Looks is an Extension of Your Brand \nThey say you can’t judge a book by its cover\, but judging your product by its packaging…That’s another story. Your packaging will make all the difference in how a customer perceives your product – and your brand. \nNow that you’ve defined your brand identity\, your customer\, and your brand personality\, it’s time to translate that to your packaging. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy the aesthetics of your packaging is just as important as your product itself.\nLearn the simple secrets to creating beautiful custom packaging on a startup budget.\nThe 5 things to consider when determining the type of packaging you should use for your products.\nThe most common mistakes brands make with their packaging\, and how to avoid them.\n\n  \nClass #4: Wednesday\, March 20th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 1 : Engaging Your B2C Customer \nOnce you’ve established your brand elements and packaged your goods\, you’ve got to spread the word and make some sales. In this class we’ll work on marketing direct to your individual customers\, focusing on the most cost-effective tools you have at your disposal: Website\, Social Media\, and Email Marketing \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe key elements to a profit-generating website.\nHow to build a Social Content Calendar.\nThe biggest misconception business owners have when it comes to social media and actionable strategy tips from a pro.\nThe importance of an opt-in email list and how to build one.\nEmail marketing best practices and the types of emails you should be sending out.\n\n  \nClass #5: Wednesday\, March 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 2 : Introducing Your Product B2B  \nOk\, you’ve got your product\, you’re clear about your brand identity\, your packaging is on point\, and you’re engaging your customers and building a following. Now it’s time to introduce your brand to the Business to Business (B2B) marketplace. This class is all about preparing you to market and sell your products in volume to businesses. We will talk about both wholesale and corporate selling. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe different types of B2B customers and how to tailor your marketing to each one.\nSimple strategies to find potential buyers.\nHow to create a sales sheet.\nThe most important thing you need to budget for when marketing to businesses.\nSelling Checklist: what to have with you when you go on a sales call.\n\n  \nClass #6: Tuesday\, April 2nd from 6:30 to 8:00 \nEXHIBITING ESSENTIALS : There’s More to Showing Your Product Than Just Showing Up  \nGet offline and meet customers in real life! #meetIRL \nOne of the most powerful ways to market your brand is at markets and shows. But if you want to be successful\, there’s a lot more to it than just simply showing up. This class will focus on everything you didn’t know you needed to know about finding\, choosing\, and making the most out of exhibiting. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nTrade Vs. Consumer Shows.\nHow to find potential shows and determine if they’re worth exhibiting at.\nSimple (and affordable) tricks to make your table or booth stand out.\nThe common opportunities many businesses miss when exhibiting and how to prevent yourself from being one of them.\nSampling do’s and don’ts.\nExhibiting Checklist: everything you need to have with you at an event.\n\nAbout The Instructor\nJill Frechtman is an entrepreneur with a passion for building inspired\, authentic\, and impactful brands. Jill’s approach to branding – a unique blend of design\, creativity\, and practical business execution – incorporates her 16+ years of experience as a designer\, specialty food entrepreneur\, and a creative strategy and brand marketing consultant. \nA graduate of Syracuse University\, Jill started her career as an art director at Grey Advertising in NYC. But\, after her sweet treat contribution to the 2001 office holiday party became the talk of the company\, she realized that she was destined for a more entrepreneurial path. After a few years\, she made the leap from the ad world to the startup world. She launched her own chocolate pretzel company\, Fretzels by Jill\, successfully transforming a childhood hobby into a nationally recognized confectionery gift brand. Her entrepreneurial venture earned her a prestigious Long Island Business News 40 Under 40 Award\, and guest speaker appearances at NYU Stern School of Business. \nWhile still running her own business\, Jill began consulting with a number of other entrepreneurs and businesses\, in a variety of industries\, to develop\, design\, and grow their brands. Everything from logo and brand design to websites\, marketing collateral\, packaging\, and brand strategy. \nJill’s branding experience also includes a NY-based chocolate company where she served as Director of Brand Marketing\, transitioning them from a 40-year-old family run business into a nationwide franchise\, with over 20 locations.  \nHer expertise is in brand strategy\, design\, and marketing\, with a knack for streamlining processes and finding creative opportunities to build multiple revenue streams. A Jill of all trades\, her diverse background and experience has enabled her to be relentless\, resourceful and versatile. Jill is someone who makes things happen\, and particularly excels at moving products from ideas to profitable reality.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/i-have-a-food-product-now-what-4-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Foodpreneur Series
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SUMMARY:Business Forum Breakfast: Communication\, Technology\, and the Law
DESCRIPTION:A Panel Discussion\nJudith Massis-Sanchez\nModerator\, Counsel\, Queens College\n\n Sara Radicati\n Founder and CEO\, the Radicati Group\, Inc.\n\nKathryn C Cole\n Partner\, Farrell Fritz P.C.\n\nThomas Hull\n AVP and CIO\, Queens College\n\n RSVP by March 11\, 2019\nPlease register for this event at\nwww.qc.cuny.edu/businessforumrsvp or call 718-570-0625.\n\nComplimentary parking available in the student union building.\n\nPlease show your support: Suggested $25 donation – Click here to donate 
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/business-forum-breakfast-business-communication-technology-and-the-law-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190313T183000
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SUMMARY:I Have a Food Product. Now What?
DESCRIPTION:The Food Entrepreneur’s Essential Guide to Branding & Marketing\nWelcome to the wonderful\, crazy\, and competitive world of food startups! \nNow that you have a product you want to sell\, you’ve got to figure out a way to create a brand that gets noticed\, stands out from the competition\, and connects with customers. \nWhat good does it do to have a great product if no one knows about it? In today’s over-communicated\, cluttered\, and confusing marketplace\, it is even more important to be crystal clear on who you are (as a brand)\, who you serve\, and how\, where\, and when to communicate your brand message. \nCreating a brand that sells on your own can be overwhelming. In this 6-part workshop series\, we’ll walk you through a simple and practical guide to the essential branding and marketing tools you need to successfully develop and grow a unique\, authentic\, and relevant brand. \nClasses\nClass #1: Wednesday\, February 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 1 : Defining Your Brand Identity \nThink about your favorite brands. What do they have in common? They communicate a clear sense of self. Brands that have a clear identity and purpose are able to form more authentic and meaningful connections that result in truly devoted fans who not only buy from you\, but act as ambassadors\, convincing others they should buy from you too. \nIn this workshop\, we will guide you through simple and practical steps you can take to define your brand and differentiate it in the marketplace. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe true definition of a brand.\nThe 1 question you should be answering when defining your brand.\nThe secret to creating the perfect Elevator Pitch.\nWhy you need a Mission Statement and all the tools you need to write a powerful one.\nThe steps to creating a visual brand identity and the secret weapon that every brand should have.\n\n  \nClass #2: Tuesday\, March 5th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 2 : Finding Your Niche and Creating a Brand Experience \n“A brand is worthless if it doesn’t connect with the right audiences in a relevant way.” Great brands are great because they are customer-focused. Part 1 of Branding Essentials was focused on defining you and your brand. This class is all about your customer. How to define them. How to find them. How to communicate and interact with them. And how to position your brand in a way that makes them choose your product over your competitor’s. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy you need to define your ideal customer and how doing so (along with defining your brand) will help make all future business decision-making effortless.\nHow to attract the right customers and develop a loyal diehard fan base.\nCreative ways to establish your brand voice and personality.\nThe importance of brand strategy and building brand equity.\n\n  \nClass #3: Wednesday\, March 13th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nPACKAGING ESSENTIALS : How Your Product Looks is an Extension of Your Brand \nThey say you can’t judge a book by its cover\, but judging your product by its packaging…That’s another story. Your packaging will make all the difference in how a customer perceives your product – and your brand. \nNow that you’ve defined your brand identity\, your customer\, and your brand personality\, it’s time to translate that to your packaging. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy the aesthetics of your packaging is just as important as your product itself.\nLearn the simple secrets to creating beautiful custom packaging on a startup budget.\nThe 5 things to consider when determining the type of packaging you should use for your products.\nThe most common mistakes brands make with their packaging\, and how to avoid them.\n\n  \nClass #4: Wednesday\, March 20th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 1 : Engaging Your B2C Customer \nOnce you’ve established your brand elements and packaged your goods\, you’ve got to spread the word and make some sales. In this class we’ll work on marketing direct to your individual customers\, focusing on the most cost-effective tools you have at your disposal: Website\, Social Media\, and Email Marketing \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe key elements to a profit-generating website.\nHow to build a Social Content Calendar.\nThe biggest misconception business owners have when it comes to social media and actionable strategy tips from a pro.\nThe importance of an opt-in email list and how to build one.\nEmail marketing best practices and the types of emails you should be sending out.\n\n  \nClass #5: Wednesday\, March 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 2 : Introducing Your Product B2B  \nOk\, you’ve got your product\, you’re clear about your brand identity\, your packaging is on point\, and you’re engaging your customers and building a following. Now it’s time to introduce your brand to the Business to Business (B2B) marketplace. This class is all about preparing you to market and sell your products in volume to businesses. We will talk about both wholesale and corporate selling. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe different types of B2B customers and how to tailor your marketing to each one.\nSimple strategies to find potential buyers.\nHow to create a sales sheet.\nThe most important thing you need to budget for when marketing to businesses.\nSelling Checklist: what to have with you when you go on a sales call.\n\n  \nClass #6: Tuesday\, April 2nd from 6:30 to 8:00 \nEXHIBITING ESSENTIALS : There’s More to Showing Your Product Than Just Showing Up  \nGet offline and meet customers in real life! #meetIRL \nOne of the most powerful ways to market your brand is at markets and shows. But if you want to be successful\, there’s a lot more to it than just simply showing up. This class will focus on everything you didn’t know you needed to know about finding\, choosing\, and making the most out of exhibiting. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nTrade Vs. Consumer Shows.\nHow to find potential shows and determine if they’re worth exhibiting at.\nSimple (and affordable) tricks to make your table or booth stand out.\nThe common opportunities many businesses miss when exhibiting and how to prevent yourself from being one of them.\nSampling do’s and don’ts.\nExhibiting Checklist: everything you need to have with you at an event.\n\nAbout The Instructor\nJill Frechtman is an entrepreneur with a passion for building inspired\, authentic\, and impactful brands. Jill’s approach to branding – a unique blend of design\, creativity\, and practical business execution – incorporates her 16+ years of experience as a designer\, specialty food entrepreneur\, and a creative strategy and brand marketing consultant. \nA graduate of Syracuse University\, Jill started her career as an art director at Grey Advertising in NYC. But\, after her sweet treat contribution to the 2001 office holiday party became the talk of the company\, she realized that she was destined for a more entrepreneurial path. After a few years\, she made the leap from the ad world to the startup world. She launched her own chocolate pretzel company\, Fretzels by Jill\, successfully transforming a childhood hobby into a nationally recognized confectionery gift brand. Her entrepreneurial venture earned her a prestigious Long Island Business News 40 Under 40 Award\, and guest speaker appearances at NYU Stern School of Business. \nWhile still running her own business\, Jill began consulting with a number of other entrepreneurs and businesses\, in a variety of industries\, to develop\, design\, and grow their brands. Everything from logo and brand design to websites\, marketing collateral\, packaging\, and brand strategy. \nJill’s branding experience also includes a NY-based chocolate company where she served as Director of Brand Marketing\, transitioning them from a 40-year-old family run business into a nationwide franchise\, with over 20 locations.  \nHer expertise is in brand strategy\, design\, and marketing\, with a knack for streamlining processes and finding creative opportunities to build multiple revenue streams. A Jill of all trades\, her diverse background and experience has enabled her to be relentless\, resourceful and versatile. Jill is someone who makes things happen\, and particularly excels at moving products from ideas to profitable reality.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/i-have-a-food-product-now-what-3-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Foodpreneur Series
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SUMMARY:Free Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:This event\,offered in partnership with NELP (Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project\, will allow entrepreneurs to sit down one-on-one with a lawyer in order to discuss legal issues that are facing their businesses\, such as intellectual property and contracts. Please note that this workshop requires people to register if they wish to attend. To register please call us at 718-263-0546.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/free-legal-clinic-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190305T183000
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SUMMARY:I Have a Food Product. Now What?
DESCRIPTION:The Food Entrepreneur’s Essential Guide to Branding & Marketing\nWelcome to the wonderful\, crazy\, and competitive world of food startups! \nNow that you have a product you want to sell\, you’ve got to figure out a way to create a brand that gets noticed\, stands out from the competition\, and connects with customers. \nWhat good does it do to have a great product if no one knows about it? In today’s over-communicated\, cluttered\, and confusing marketplace\, it is even more important to be crystal clear on who you are (as a brand)\, who you serve\, and how\, where\, and when to communicate your brand message. \nCreating a brand that sells on your own can be overwhelming. In this 6-part workshop series\, we’ll walk you through a simple and practical guide to the essential branding and marketing tools you need to successfully develop and grow a unique\, authentic\, and relevant brand. \nClasses\nClass #1: Wednesday\, February 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 1 : Defining Your Brand Identity \nThink about your favorite brands. What do they have in common? They communicate a clear sense of self. Brands that have a clear identity and purpose are able to form more authentic and meaningful connections that result in truly devoted fans who not only buy from you\, but act as ambassadors\, convincing others they should buy from you too. \nIn this workshop\, we will guide you through simple and practical steps you can take to define your brand and differentiate it in the marketplace. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe true definition of a brand.\nThe 1 question you should be answering when defining your brand.\nThe secret to creating the perfect Elevator Pitch.\nWhy you need a Mission Statement and all the tools you need to write a powerful one.\nThe steps to creating a visual brand identity and the secret weapon that every brand should have.\n\n  \nClass #2: Tuesday\, March 5th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 2 : Finding Your Niche and Creating a Brand Experience \n“A brand is worthless if it doesn’t connect with the right audiences in a relevant way.” Great brands are great because they are customer-focused. Part 1 of Branding Essentials was focused on defining you and your brand. This class is all about your customer. How to define them. How to find them. How to communicate and interact with them. And how to position your brand in a way that makes them choose your product over your competitor’s. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy you need to define your ideal customer and how doing so (along with defining your brand) will help make all future business decision-making effortless.\nHow to attract the right customers and develop a loyal diehard fan base.\nCreative ways to establish your brand voice and personality.\nThe importance of brand strategy and building brand equity.\n\n  \nClass #3: Wednesday\, March 13th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nPACKAGING ESSENTIALS : How Your Product Looks is an Extension of Your Brand \nThey say you can’t judge a book by its cover\, but judging your product by its packaging…That’s another story. Your packaging will make all the difference in how a customer perceives your product – and your brand. \nNow that you’ve defined your brand identity\, your customer\, and your brand personality\, it’s time to translate that to your packaging. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy the aesthetics of your packaging is just as important as your product itself.\nLearn the simple secrets to creating beautiful custom packaging on a startup budget.\nThe 5 things to consider when determining the type of packaging you should use for your products.\nThe most common mistakes brands make with their packaging\, and how to avoid them.\n\n  \nClass #4: Wednesday\, March 20th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 1 : Engaging Your B2C Customer \nOnce you’ve established your brand elements and packaged your goods\, you’ve got to spread the word and make some sales. In this class we’ll work on marketing direct to your individual customers\, focusing on the most cost-effective tools you have at your disposal: Website\, Social Media\, and Email Marketing \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe key elements to a profit-generating website.\nHow to build a Social Content Calendar.\nThe biggest misconception business owners have when it comes to social media and actionable strategy tips from a pro.\nThe importance of an opt-in email list and how to build one.\nEmail marketing best practices and the types of emails you should be sending out.\n\n  \nClass #5: Wednesday\, March 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 2 : Introducing Your Product B2B  \nOk\, you’ve got your product\, you’re clear about your brand identity\, your packaging is on point\, and you’re engaging your customers and building a following. Now it’s time to introduce your brand to the Business to Business (B2B) marketplace. This class is all about preparing you to market and sell your products in volume to businesses. We will talk about both wholesale and corporate selling. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe different types of B2B customers and how to tailor your marketing to each one.\nSimple strategies to find potential buyers.\nHow to create a sales sheet.\nThe most important thing you need to budget for when marketing to businesses.\nSelling Checklist: what to have with you when you go on a sales call.\n\n  \nClass #6: Tuesday\, April 2nd from 6:30 to 8:00 \nEXHIBITING ESSENTIALS : There’s More to Showing Your Product Than Just Showing Up  \nGet offline and meet customers in real life! #meetIRL \nOne of the most powerful ways to market your brand is at markets and shows. But if you want to be successful\, there’s a lot more to it than just simply showing up. This class will focus on everything you didn’t know you needed to know about finding\, choosing\, and making the most out of exhibiting. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nTrade Vs. Consumer Shows.\nHow to find potential shows and determine if they’re worth exhibiting at.\nSimple (and affordable) tricks to make your table or booth stand out.\nThe common opportunities many businesses miss when exhibiting and how to prevent yourself from being one of them.\nSampling do’s and don’ts.\nExhibiting Checklist: everything you need to have with you at an event.\n\nAbout The Instructor\nJill Frechtman is an entrepreneur with a passion for building inspired\, authentic\, and impactful brands. Jill’s approach to branding – a unique blend of design\, creativity\, and practical business execution – incorporates her 16+ years of experience as a designer\, specialty food entrepreneur\, and a creative strategy and brand marketing consultant. \nA graduate of Syracuse University\, Jill started her career as an art director at Grey Advertising in NYC. But\, after her sweet treat contribution to the 2001 office holiday party became the talk of the company\, she realized that she was destined for a more entrepreneurial path. After a few years\, she made the leap from the ad world to the startup world. She launched her own chocolate pretzel company\, Fretzels by Jill\, successfully transforming a childhood hobby into a nationally recognized confectionery gift brand. Her entrepreneurial venture earned her a prestigious Long Island Business News 40 Under 40 Award\, and guest speaker appearances at NYU Stern School of Business. \nWhile still running her own business\, Jill began consulting with a number of other entrepreneurs and businesses\, in a variety of industries\, to develop\, design\, and grow their brands. Everything from logo and brand design to websites\, marketing collateral\, packaging\, and brand strategy. \nJill’s branding experience also includes a NY-based chocolate company where she served as Director of Brand Marketing\, transitioning them from a 40-year-old family run business into a nationwide franchise\, with over 20 locations.  \nHer expertise is in brand strategy\, design\, and marketing\, with a knack for streamlining processes and finding creative opportunities to build multiple revenue streams. A Jill of all trades\, her diverse background and experience has enabled her to be relentless\, resourceful and versatile. Jill is someone who makes things happen\, and particularly excels at moving products from ideas to profitable reality.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/i-have-a-food-product-now-what-5/
CATEGORIES:Special Foodpreneur Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
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SUMMARY:New Idea to New Venture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop helps participants develop their business idea\, organize their start-up process and create a strategy to launch their business. It also covers key elements of how to start a business including: financing\, business registration\, permit & licenses\, and tax related issues. Learn how to setup a company and avoid missteps that can cost you time and money. \nThis event welcomes all veterans who are interested in starting their own businesses. \nPlease note that the entrance to WeWork Queens Plaza is located on the 27th Street side entrance (27th St and Queens Plaza N). The space is on the 13th floor.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ninv-3-12-19-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190302T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20190201T154548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190201T154548Z
UID:17249-1551524400-1551538800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Home Improvement Contractor Training (English)
DESCRIPTION:Enroll for a 3-day course (March 2nd\, 9th\, and 10th) to become a licensed Home Improvement Contractor Business. In this class you will:\n\nGet training to become a licensed home improvement contractor with the NYC’s Department of Consumer Affairs\nLearn from a qualified instructor on running a professional business\, avoid liability\, and become a successful entrepreneur.\nWork with a business advisor in filing ALL necessary appropriate paperwork.\n\nDirections\nThe Entrepreneur Space is at:\n36-46 37th Street\nLong Island City\, NY 11101 \nConveniently located 10 minutes from midtown Manhattan\, it is within walking distance to public transportation and near major highways connecting it to the entire metropolitan area. \nBy Car from Manhattan:\nEd Koch/Queensboro Bridge lower level to Queens Plaza\nTurn left to NY 25A Northern Blvd.\nTurn left on 37th Street \nBy Car from Eastern Queens:\nLong Island Expressway to Greenpoint Avenue exit\nRight onto Greenpoint Avenue\nLeft on 39th Avenue\, across Queens Boulevard\, continue over the Sunnyside Yard Bridge\nLeft on Northern Boulevard >Right on 37th Street \nPlease note that metered street parking is available in the immediate vicinity Street parking is more readily available after 6 p.m.\, though be aware that the meters function until 7 p.m. Please be aware of all street cleaning regulations \nBy Subway:\nR or M train to 36th Street Station\nWalk to 37th Street\nLeft on 37th Street \nFor a map on walking from the subway\, click here.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/home-improvement-contractor-training-english-12-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180809T141312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180809T141312Z
UID:17225-1551348000-1551355200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business With The Government: Getting M/WBE Certified with NYC & NYS
DESCRIPTION:Learn about getting certified as a Minority/Woman 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.  \nDirections\nThe Entrepreneur Space is at:\n36-46 37th Street\nLong Island City\, NY 11101 \nConveniently located 10 minutes from midtown Manhattan\, it is within walking distance to public transportation and near major highways connecting it to the entire metropolitan area. \nBy Car from Manhattan:\nEd Koch/Queensboro Bridge lower level to Queens Plaza\nTurn left to NY 25A Northern Blvd.\nTurn left on 37th Street \nBy Car from Eastern Queens:\nLong Island Expressway to Greenpoint Avenue exit\nRight onto Greenpoint Avenue\nLeft on 39th Avenue\, across Queens Boulevard\, continue over the Sunnyside Yard Bridge\nLeft on Northern Boulevard >Right on 37th Street \nPlease note that metered street parking is available in the immediate vicinity Street parking is more readily available after 6 p.m.\, though be aware that the meters function until 7 p.m. Please be aware of all street cleaning regulations \nBy Subway:\nR or M train to 36th Street Station\nWalk to 37th Street\nLeft on 37th Street \nFor a map on walking from the subway\, click here.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/doing-business-with-the-government-getting-m-wbe-certified-with-nyc-nys-11-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20190109T175025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190109T175025Z
UID:17241-1551292200-1551297600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:I've Got a Food Product. Now What?
DESCRIPTION:The Food Entrepreneur’s Essential Guide to Branding & Marketing\nWelcome to the wonderful\, crazy\, and competitive world of food startups! \nNow that you have a product you want to sell\, you’ve got to figure out a way to create a brand that gets noticed\, stands out from the competition\, and connects with customers. \nWhat good does it do to have a great product if no one knows about it? In today’s over-communicated\, cluttered\, and confusing marketplace\, it is even more important to be crystal clear on who you are (as a brand)\, who you serve\, and how\, where\, and when to communicate your brand message. \nCreating a brand that sells on your own can be overwhelming. In this 6-part workshop series\, we’ll walk you through a simple and practical guide to the essential branding and marketing tools you need to successfully develop and grow a unique\, authentic\, and relevant brand. \nClasses\nClass #1: Wednesday\, February 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 1 : Defining Your Brand Identity \nThink about your favorite brands. What do they have in common? They communicate a clear sense of self. Brands that have a clear identity and purpose are able to form more authentic and meaningful connections that result in truly devoted fans who not only buy from you\, but act as ambassadors\, convincing others they should buy from you too. \nIn this workshop\, we will guide you through simple and practical steps you can take to define your brand and differentiate it in the marketplace. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe true definition of a brand.\nThe 1 question you should be answering when defining your brand.\nThe secret to creating the perfect Elevator Pitch.\nWhy you need a Mission Statement and all the tools you need to write a powerful one.\nThe steps to creating a visual brand identity and the secret weapon that every brand should have.\n\n  \nClass #2: Tuesday\, March 5th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nBRANDING ESSENTIALS 2 : Finding Your Niche and Creating a Brand Experience \n“A brand is worthless if it doesn’t connect with the right audiences in a relevant way.” Great brands are great because they are customer-focused. Part 1 of Branding Essentials was focused on defining you and your brand. This class is all about your customer. How to define them. How to find them. How to communicate and interact with them. And how to position your brand in a way that makes them choose your product over your competitor’s. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy you need to define your ideal customer and how doing so (along with defining your brand) will help make all future business decision-making effortless.\nHow to attract the right customers and develop a loyal diehard fan base.\nCreative ways to establish your brand voice and personality.\nThe importance of brand strategy and building brand equity.\n\n  \nClass #3: Wednesday\, March 13th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nPACKAGING ESSENTIALS : How Your Product Looks is an Extension of Your Brand \nThey say you can’t judge a book by its cover\, but judging your product by its packaging…That’s another story. Your packaging will make all the difference in how a customer perceives your product – and your brand. \nNow that you’ve defined your brand identity\, your customer\, and your brand personality\, it’s time to translate that to your packaging. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nWhy the aesthetics of your packaging is just as important as your product itself.\nLearn the simple secrets to creating beautiful custom packaging on a startup budget.\nThe 5 things to consider when determining the type of packaging you should use for your products.\nThe most common mistakes brands make with their packaging\, and how to avoid them.\n\n  \nClass #4: Wednesday\, March 20th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 1 : Engaging Your B2C Customer \nOnce you’ve established your brand elements and packaged your goods\, you’ve got to spread the word and make some sales. In this class we’ll work on marketing direct to your individual customers\, focusing on the most cost-effective tools you have at your disposal: Website\, Social Media\, and Email Marketing \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe key elements to a profit-generating website.\nHow to build a Social Content Calendar.\nThe biggest misconception business owners have when it comes to social media and actionable strategy tips from a pro.\nThe importance of an opt-in email list and how to build one.\nEmail marketing best practices and the types of emails you should be sending out.\n\n  \nClass #5: Wednesday\, March 27th from 6:30 to 8:00 \nSALES & MARKETING ESSENTIALS 2 : Introducing Your Product B2B  \nOk\, you’ve got your product\, you’re clear about your brand identity\, your packaging is on point\, and you’re engaging your customers and building a following. Now it’s time to introduce your brand to the Business to Business (B2B) marketplace. This class is all about preparing you to market and sell your products in volume to businesses. We will talk about both wholesale and corporate selling. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nThe different types of B2B customers and how to tailor your marketing to each one.\nSimple strategies to find potential buyers.\nHow to create a sales sheet.\nThe most important thing you need to budget for when marketing to businesses.\nSelling Checklist: what to have with you when you go on a sales call.\n\n  \nClass #6: Tuesday\, April 2nd from 6:30 to 8:00 \nEXHIBITING ESSENTIALS : There’s More to Showing Your Product Than Just Showing Up  \nGet offline and meet customers in real life! #meetIRL \nOne of the most powerful ways to market your brand is at markets and shows. But if you want to be successful\, there’s a lot more to it than just simply showing up. This class will focus on everything you didn’t know you needed to know about finding\, choosing\, and making the most out of exhibiting. \nHere’s some of what we’ll cover: \n\nTrade Vs. Consumer Shows.\nHow to find potential shows and determine if they’re worth exhibiting at.\nSimple (and affordable) tricks to make your table or booth stand out.\nThe common opportunities many businesses miss when exhibiting and how to prevent yourself from being one of them.\nSampling do’s and don’ts.\nExhibiting Checklist: everything you need to have with you at an event.\n\nAbout The Instructor\nJill Frechtman is an entrepreneur with a passion for building inspired\, authentic\, and impactful brands. Jill’s approach to branding – a unique blend of design\, creativity\, and practical business execution – incorporates her 16+ years of experience as a designer\, specialty food entrepreneur\, and a creative strategy and brand marketing consultant. \nA graduate of Syracuse University\, Jill started her career as an art director at Grey Advertising in NYC. But\, after her sweet treat contribution to the 2001 office holiday party became the talk of the company\, she realized that she was destined for a more entrepreneurial path. After a few years\, she made the leap from the ad world to the startup world. She launched her own chocolate pretzel company\, Fretzels by Jill\, successfully transforming a childhood hobby into a nationally recognized confectionery gift brand. Her entrepreneurial venture earned her a prestigious Long Island Business News 40 Under 40 Award\, and guest speaker appearances at NYU Stern School of Business. \nWhile still running her own business\, Jill began consulting with a number of other entrepreneurs and businesses\, in a variety of industries\, to develop\, design\, and grow their brands. Everything from logo and brand design to websites\, marketing collateral\, packaging\, and brand strategy. \nJill’s branding experience also includes a NY-based chocolate company where she served as Director of Brand Marketing\, transitioning them from a 40-year-old family run business into a nationwide franchise\, with over 20 locations.  \nHer expertise is in brand strategy\, design\, and marketing\, with a knack for streamlining processes and finding creative opportunities to build multiple revenue streams. A Jill of all trades\, her diverse background and experience has enabled her to be relentless\, resourceful and versatile. Jill is someone who makes things happen\, and particularly excels at moving products from ideas to profitable reality.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/fpnw2019-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Foodpreneur Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20190213T202020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T202020Z
UID:17255-1551204000-1551211200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Meet The Lenders
DESCRIPTION:At this free event 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! \nYou will get an introduction from each of the organizations along with a description of the different amounts of money and terms that each lender can offer your business. In addition\, there will be a presentation on tips on how to repair your credit. \n[one-half-first][/one-half-first]\n[one-half][/one-half][clearfix] \n[one-half-first][/one-half-first] \n[one-half][/one-half][clearfix] \n \n \nBrianna Brandon\, Santander Bank\, N.A. \nBrianna Brandon is a Small Business Community Partnerships Manager at Santander Bank\, N.A. In her role\, Brianna provides small business education\, access to capital and serves as a bridge between the bank and community resource partners. Prior to joining Santander\, Brianna worked at Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI’s) in New York City; she was a Loan Officer at TruFund Financial Services for 2 years and a Business Development Officer at Renaissance Economic Development Corporation for 2 years.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/meet-the-lenders-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190207T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190207T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20190110T200730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T200730Z
UID:17247-1549528200-1549535400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Declaración de Impuestos para Negocios
DESCRIPTION:Justo a tiempo para la temporada de impuestos! Cubriremos lo siguiente: \n\n\nDiscusión de entidades y autoempleo\nCambios para negocios\, cortesía de la nueva Ley de reducción de impuestos y empleos\nGastos permitidos por el IRS\nRequisitos del IRS para mantener los libros y registros\nCómo sobrevivir a una auditoría del IRS para su negocio\n\nPANELISTA DIGNA CUETO: \nDigna Cueto\, nacida en la República Dominicana\, dueña de la franquicia ATAX-Elmhurst\, Licenciada en Negocios y Contabilidad\, 20 años de experiencia en el manejo financiero de presupuesto corporativo\, preparador acreditado por el IRS para preparar impuestos personales y de pequeños negocios incluyendo organizacion de los libros de contabilidad y nómina de personal.  Especializada en manejar casos difíciles y controversiales que muchos individuos llevan con el IRS\, sea por auditorías causadas por mala práctica de preparadores anteriores o por no haber llenado sus impuestos anualmente. \nComo siempre tendrán la oportunidad de hacer nuevas conecciones y disfrutar de undesayuno ligero.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/espnbjan-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180928T172149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180928T172149Z
UID:17236-1549303200-1549308600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:New Idea to New Venture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop helps participants develop their business idea\, organize their start-up process and create a strategy to launch their business. It also covers key elements of how to start a business including: financing\, business registration\, permit & licenses\, and tax related issues. Learn how to setup a company and avoid missteps that can cost you time and money. \nThis event welcomes all veterans who are interested in starting their own businesses.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/new-idea-to-new-venture-workshop-29-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180809T141309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180809T141309Z
UID:17224-1548928800-1548936000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business With The Government: Getting M/WBE Certified with NYC & NYS
DESCRIPTION:Learn about getting certified as a Minority/Woman 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.  \nDirections\nThe Entrepreneur Space is at:\n36-46 37th Street\nLong Island City\, NY 11101 \nConveniently located 10 minutes from midtown Manhattan\, it is within walking distance to public transportation and near major highways connecting it to the entire metropolitan area. \nBy Car from Manhattan:\nEd Koch/Queensboro Bridge lower level to Queens Plaza\nTurn left to NY 25A Northern Blvd.\nTurn left on 37th Street \nBy Car from Eastern Queens:\nLong Island Expressway to Greenpoint Avenue exit\nRight onto Greenpoint Avenue\nLeft on 39th Avenue\, across Queens Boulevard\, continue over the Sunnyside Yard Bridge\nLeft on Northern Boulevard >Right on 37th Street \nPlease note that metered street parking is available in the immediate vicinity Street parking is more readily available after 6 p.m.\, though be aware that the meters function until 7 p.m. Please be aware of all street cleaning regulations \nBy Subway:\nR or M train to 36th Street Station\nWalk to 37th Street\nLeft on 37th Street \nFor a map on walking from the subway\, click here.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/doing-business-with-the-government-getting-m-wbe-certified-with-nyc-nys-10-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20190115T180904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T180904Z
UID:17248-1548873000-1548878400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens Digital Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Every business needs to have an effective digital strategy to thrive in 2019 and beyond. In this free workshop\, instructors from the award-winning marketing agency Digital Natives Group will provide a primer on what you need to know\, what you need to do\, and how you need to do it to set your business up for success. You’ll learn about best-practices across websites\, mobile\, branding\, and social media and leave prepared to build your own winning strategy. \nThis workshop is made possible through the partnership of Made in NYC\, Digital Natives Group and the Queens Economic Development Corporation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/qdsw-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190126T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190126T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145838Z
UID:17217-1548498600-1548505800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Developing Financial Statements
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on reviewing Financial Statements necessary to be included in your business. Some of the topics that will be covered are: \n\nIncome Statements\nBalance Sheets\nCash Flow
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-developing-financial-statements-13-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145836Z
UID:17213-1547893800-1547901000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Creative Sales & Marketing Strategies
DESCRIPTION:This training session will go over what you will need to grow sales and creating your Marketing Plan. This session will go over the following topics: \n\nDeveloping sales and marketing strategies\nDeveloping a marketing schedule\nGathering metrics
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-creative-sales-marketing-strategies-13-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190117T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20181130T181453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T181453Z
UID:17240-1547713800-1547721000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Women's Power Networking Breakfast: Tax Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Join the CEO of Choice Tax Solutions Abby Eisenkraft on Thursday\, January 17\, 2019 at the Women’s Power Breakfast for a fast-paced presentation: “Tax Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs”. Just in time for tax season! As always\, there will also be free food and plenty of opportunity to network!\n\n\n\nWe will cover the following:\n\nDiscussion of entities and self-employment\nChanges for businesses courtesy of the new Tax Cut & Jobs Act\nDeep dive into allowable expenses per the IRS\nIRS books & records requirements\nHow to survive an IRS audit of your business\n\nAbout the Speaker \nAbby Eisenkraft is the CEO of Choice Tax Solutions Inc. She is a federally licensed Enrolled Agent (EA)\, an Accredited Tax Advisor (ATA)\, Accredited Tax Preparer (ATP) and a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). \nAbby started her career in tax as a preparer\, and quickly gained a reputation for successfully dealing with difficult tax problems\, including those previously unsolvable by other tax professionals. She currently specializes in tax controversy cases such as federal and state tax audits\, non-filer cases\, residency audits\, international matters\, etc. \nAbby is passionate about defending taxpayer’s rights before the IRS and State Taxing Authorities. She is a speaker on various tax and financial topics\, a consultant (specializing in the self-employed)\, and is often quoted in the press as a tax and financial expert.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/wpnbtbe-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190112T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190112T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145831Z
UID:17205-1547289000-1547296200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - All About Business Planning and Research
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this training course is to provide the initial steps and foundation to starting your business plan. The following topics will be covered: \n\nDeveloping a mission statement\nPlanning for your Business\nConducting research on market\, industry\, and competition.\n\nPlease bring a pen and pad in order to take notes\, and be ready to ask questions only pertaining to the content presented. For more in-depth and specific information\, please consider scheduling a one-on-one counseling appointment.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-all-about-business-planning-and-research-13-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145839Z
UID:17219-1547145000-1547152200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Legal Considerations For Start-Up Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This class will go over the rules and regulations on starting a business with a focus on forms\, paperwork\, and labor laws.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-legal-considerations-for-start-up-businesses-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180820T173746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180820T173746Z
UID:17231-1547056800-1547062200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:New Idea to New Venture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this workshop has a new location. \nThis workshop helps participants develop their business idea\, organize their start-up process and create a strategy to launch their business. It also covers key elements of how to start a business including: financing\, business registration\, permit & licenses\, and tax related issues. Learn how to setup a company and avoid missteps that can cost you time and money. \nThis event welcomes all veterans who are interested in starting their own businesses.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ninv-1-9-19-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145835Z
UID:17209-1546684200-1546691400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Business Operations and Management
DESCRIPTION:This training session will speak about how your business plans to operate as well as what you’re long-term goals will include. Some of the topics will include: \n\nDefining business systems\nAppropriate management\nTechnology use for business efficiency
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-business-operations-and-management-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145836Z
UID:17216-1544725800-1544733000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Developing Financial Statements
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on reviewing Financial Statements necessary to be included in your business. Some of the topics that will be covered are: \n\nIncome Statements\nBalance Sheets\nCash Flow
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-developing-financial-statements-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145836Z
UID:17212-1544553000-1544560200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Creative Sales & Marketing Strategies
DESCRIPTION:This training session will go over what you will need to grow sales and creating your Marketing Plan. This session will go over the following topics: \n\nDeveloping sales and marketing strategies\nDeveloping a marketing schedule\nGathering metrics
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-creative-sales-marketing-strategies-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145834Z
UID:17208-1544121000-1544128200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Business Operations and Management
DESCRIPTION:This training session will speak about how your business plans to operate as well as what you’re long-term goals will include. Some of the topics will include: \n\nDefining business systems\nAppropriate management\nTechnology use for business efficiency
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-business-operations-and-management-11-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145831Z
UID:17204-1543948200-1543955400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - All About Business Planning and Research
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this training course is to provide the initial steps and foundation to starting your business plan. The following topics will be covered: \n\nDeveloping a mission statement\nPlanning for your Business\nConducting research on market\, industry\, and competition.\n\nPlease bring a pen and pad in order to take notes\, and be ready to ask questions only pertaining to the content presented. For more in-depth and specific information\, please consider scheduling a one-on-one counseling appointment.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-all-about-business-planning-and-research-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180928T172149Z
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SUMMARY:New Idea to New Venture Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop helps participants develop their business idea\, organize their start-up process and create a strategy to launch their business. It also covers key elements of how to start a business including: financing\, business registration\, permit & licenses\, and tax related issues. Learn how to setup a company and avoid missteps that can cost you time and money. \nThis event welcomes all veterans who are interested in starting their own businesses.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/new-idea-to-new-venture-workshop-28-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T120000
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CREATED:20180809T141308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180809T141308Z
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SUMMARY:Doing Business With The Government: Getting M/WBE Certified with NYC & NYS
DESCRIPTION:Learn about getting certified as a Minority/Woman 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.  \nDirections\nThe Entrepreneur Space is at:\n36-46 37th Street\nLong Island City\, NY 11101 \nConveniently located 10 minutes from midtown Manhattan\, it is within walking distance to public transportation and near major highways connecting it to the entire metropolitan area. \nBy Car from Manhattan:\nEd Koch/Queensboro Bridge lower level to Queens Plaza\nTurn left to NY 25A Northern Blvd.\nTurn left on 37th Street \nBy Car from Eastern Queens:\nLong Island Expressway to Greenpoint Avenue exit\nRight onto Greenpoint Avenue\nLeft on 39th Avenue\, across Queens Boulevard\, continue over the Sunnyside Yard Bridge\nLeft on Northern Boulevard >Right on 37th Street \nPlease note that metered street parking is available in the immediate vicinity Street parking is more readily available after 6 p.m.\, though be aware that the meters function until 7 p.m. Please be aware of all street cleaning regulations \nBy Subway:\nR or M train to 36th Street Station\nWalk to 37th Street\nLeft on 37th Street \nFor a map on walking from the subway\, click here.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/doing-business-with-the-government-getting-m-wbe-certified-with-nyc-nys-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145836Z
UID:17215-1543343400-1543350600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Developing Financial Statements
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on reviewing Financial Statements necessary to be included in your business. Some of the topics that will be covered are: \n\nIncome Statements\nBalance Sheets\nCash Flow
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-developing-financial-statements-11-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145835Z
UID:17211-1542738600-1542745800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Creative Sales & Marketing Strategies
DESCRIPTION:This training session will go over what you will need to grow sales and creating your Marketing Plan. This session will go over the following topics: \n\nDeveloping sales and marketing strategies\nDeveloping a marketing schedule\nGathering metrics
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-creative-sales-marketing-strategies-11-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T044052
CREATED:20180802T145838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180802T145838Z
UID:17218-1542306600-1542313800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens StartUP! - Legal Considerations For Start-Up Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This class will go over the rules and regulations on starting a business with a focus on forms\, paperwork\, and labor laws.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-startup-legal-considerations-for-start-up-businesses-3/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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