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SUMMARY:Entrenamiento Para Contratistas de Reparación y Mejoras del Hogar
DESCRIPTION:¿Es usted un contratista de reparación y mejoras del hogar trabajando sin una licencia? \n Si es así\, inscríbase en el curso de entrenamiento de tres sesiones (4\, 5 y 11 de febrero desde 10:00 am hasta 4:00 pm) ofrecido por la Corporación de Desarrollo Económico de Queens (QEDC) para ayudarle a obtener la licencia y comenzar su propio negocio de contratista. \nOferta de Curso  \n\nPermisos necesarios y requerimientos de licenciatura\nLos “hacer y no hacer” de la operación de su negocio\nOperando su negocio profesionalmente\nHaciendo negocio como un contratista\nPublicidad y ventas\nSeguro: protegiéndose a usted y a su negocio\nSus responsabilidades como contratista\nPreparación para el día del examen\n\nPara registrar\, llame al 718-263-0546. Usted puede pagar con tarjeta de crédito\, tarjeta de débito\, cheque o efectivo.\n\n(Note that this class will be in Spanish) Are you a home improvement and repair contractor working without a license? \nIf so\, enroll en this three session training course (February 4\, 5\, and 11) offered by the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) in order to help you obtain the license and begin your own contractor business. \nClass Description \n\nNecessary permits and licensing requirements\nThe “dos and don’ts” of operating a business\nOperating your business professionally\nDoing business as a contractor\nMarketing and sales\nInsurance: protecting yourself and your business\nYour responsibilities as a contractor\nPreparation for the day of the exam\n\nIn order to register\, call 718-263-0546. You can pay with credit card\, debit card\, check\, or cash.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/entrenamiento-para-contratistas-de-reparacion-y-mejoras-del-hogar-5-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170128T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170128T123000
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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-9-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170126T120000
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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-mwbe-certified-with-nyc-nys-18-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170125T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182514Z
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SUMMARY:Jamaica Downtown Revitalization Initiative: Public Open House
DESCRIPTION:Public Open House: Tell New York State what you think about proposed projects for Downtown  \nGovernor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) in 2016 to invest $100 million in 10 downtowns across New York State. Downtown Jamaica won a competitive process to be selected as New York City’s awardee. A Strategic Investment Plan in early 2017 will recommend projects to fund with the State’s $10 million award and from other available sources. \nCome tell New York State your input on proposed projects to create an even more vibrant Jamaica.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/jamaica-downtown-revitalization-initiative-public-open-house-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170121T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170121T123000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182505Z
CREATED:20171011T182505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182505Z
UID:10000169-1484994600-1485001800@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-9-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170118T103000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182514Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Power Networking Breakfast: Breakfast Tax Bootcamp for the Self-Employed
DESCRIPTION:Join tax expert Abby Eisenkraft for a class to learn all about self-employment tax reporting.  Just in time for tax season! As always\, there will also be free food and plenty of opportunity to network! \nThe presentation will include: \n\nAllowable deductions for the self-employed – we will do a deep dive on Schedule C and discuss what is legally deductible and what is not (regardless of what tax advice people get from their “friends”!)\nHow to keep your records per IRS regulations\nOther taxes you may be subject to (not just ordinary income tax\, but self-employment tax\, MCTMT tax\, etc.)\nHow to set up online accounts to pay the Taxing Authorities electronically\nHome Office – Regular and Safe Harbor rules\nDue Dates (estimated taxes\, LLC filing\, entity filings\, etc.)\nWhat to expect if your small business is audited\, and how to survive it\nBest practices\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/pnbtax-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170114T123000
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UID:10000168-1484389800-1484397000@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-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170113T210000
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CREATED:20171011T153401Z
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UID:10000131-1483984800-1484341200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Home Improvement Contractor Training (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:Enroll for a 5-day course (1/9 through 1/13) 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\n为期五天的培训课程(1月9号到13号每晚6-9点)\,将会向您提供如下内容: \n• 复习课程帮助您通过纽约城消费者事务部家庭装修执照考试。 \n• 如何成为一名成功的家庭装修企业老板\,如何合法经营\,如何规避风险。 \n• 如何在商务咨询的帮助下完成全部执照申请材料的填写和提交。
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/home-improvement-contractor-training-mandarin-5-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170109T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182508Z
CREATED:20171011T182508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182508Z
UID:10000179-1483984800-1483988400@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-18-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170107T123000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182505Z
CREATED:20171011T182505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182505Z
UID:10000167-1483785000-1483792200@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-9-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170104T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182503Z
CREATED:20171011T182503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182503Z
UID:10000160-1483554600-1483561800@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-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161221T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182503Z
CREATED:20171011T182503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182503Z
UID:10000159-1482345000-1482352200@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-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T103000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182514Z
CREATED:20171011T182514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182514Z
UID:10000203-1481790600-1481797800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Women's Power Networking Breakfast: Pitching and Presenting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special power networking breakfast featuring free food and a talk by Kathy Kelly\, a communications expert\, on the best way you can pitch and present your business. \nThe presentation will include: \n\nHow to get your information across to your target audience\nReal-world presentation tips\nThe opportunity to ask questions about your own presentation needs\n\nAbout the Speaker \nKathy Kelly is the founder of Make Your Own Heat Media Coaching where she helps businesses craft their messages and quickly understand how they can connect with their audiences to get the results they want. She is a specialist in coaching clients in live presentations\, pitches and interview techniques with a solid focus on branding. Previously\, Kathy has experience in acting\, directing\, teaching\, and managing corporate communications for a Fortune 500 company.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/womens-power-networking-breakfast-pitching-and-presenting-your-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161214T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182502Z
CREATED:20171011T182502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182502Z
UID:10000158-1481740200-1481747400@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-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161209T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182514Z
CREATED:20171011T182514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182514Z
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SUMMARY:Pricing for Profit and Success
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is mandatory in order to become a client of The Entrepreneur Space Kitchen Incubator. Offered once a month\, it can be taken only after you toured the incubator; you have the option to take the class before or after you submit your written application \nAfter registering you will receive an assignment to complete before the session\, which will allow you to walk out with the tools needed to succeed. \nTogether\, we will evaluate your pricing structure to ensure that you make a profit every time you sell on the unit level. The Entrepreneur Space is devoted to help you create a business that will reflect your passion and at the same time make you money. We are not just a kitchen you rent to manufacture\, but with our counselors and consultants\, our mission is to support your growth to great success.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/pricing-for-profit-and-success-6-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161208T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182514Z
CREATED:20171011T182514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182514Z
UID:10000201-1481220000-1481227200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to use social media in order to market your business? Take our free class and learn valuable skills on how you can use outlets like Facebook\, Twitter\, and Instagram in order to grow your business.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/social-media-marketing-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161207T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182501Z
CREATED:20171011T182501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182501Z
UID:10000157-1481135400-1481142600@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-8-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161205T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182507Z
CREATED:20171011T182507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182507Z
UID:10000178-1480960800-1480964400@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-17-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T160000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153403Z
CREATED:20171011T153403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153403Z
UID:10000140-1480759200-1480780800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Home Improvement Contractor Training (English)
DESCRIPTION:Enroll for a 3-day course (December 3\, 4\, and 10) 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.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/home-improvement-contractor-training-english-5-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161130T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182501Z
CREATED:20171011T182501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182501Z
UID:10000156-1480530600-1480537800@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-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161129T193000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182513Z
CREATED:20171011T182513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182513Z
UID:10000200-1480440600-1480447800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:This event is currently full. You may still be available as a standby participant. Please call Sante Antonelli at 718-263-0546 for more information. \nDo you need free legal help for your business? Sign up here and we’ll see how we can help! Please note that you are signing up for the potential of free legal advice and not all people will be accepted; we will contact you if you can work with a lawyer. \nTo sign up\, please contact Sante Antonelli at 718-263-0546. \nThis event is offered in partnership with NELP (Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project)\, part of the City Bar Justice Center.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/legal-clinic-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161117T120000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182507Z
CREATED:20171011T182507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182507Z
UID:10000177-1479376800-1479384000@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-mwbe-certified-with-nyc-nys-17-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161116T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182501Z
CREATED:20171011T182501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182501Z
UID:10000155-1479321000-1479328200@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-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161110T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182513Z
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SUMMARY:Pricing for Profit and Success
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is mandatory in order to become a client of The Entrepreneur Space Kitchen Incubator. Offered once a month\, it can be taken only after you toured the incubator; you have the option to take the class before or after you submit your written application \nAfter registering you will receive an assignment to complete before the session\, which will allow you to walk out with the tools needed to succeed. \nTogether\, we will evaluate your pricing structure to ensure that you make a profit every time you sell on the unit level. The Entrepreneur Space is devoted to help you create a business that will reflect your passion and at the same time make you money. We are not just a kitchen you rent to manufacture\, but with our counselors and consultants\, our mission is to support your growth to great success.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/pricing-for-profit-and-success-5-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161109T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182501Z
CREATED:20171011T182501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182501Z
UID:10000154-1478716200-1478723400@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-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161107T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182507Z
CREATED:20171011T182507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182507Z
UID:10000176-1478541600-1478545200@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-16-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161105T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161105T163000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182459Z
CREATED:20171011T182459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182459Z
UID:10000152-1478356200-1478363400@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-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161103T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161103T103000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182513Z
CREATED:20171011T182513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182513Z
UID:10000198-1478161800-1478169000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Women's Power Networking Breakfast: Terry's Tips to Successfully Selling Your Food Products
DESCRIPTION:Please note this class is at a different location than usual. See the address above. \nJoin us for a Power Networking Breakfast with speaker Terry Frishman on how you can successfully sell your food products. \nTopics covered will include: \n\n\nUnderstanding what drives your business – why should a store carry your brand? \n\n\nPricing strategy – Suggested retail\, wholesale and distributor prices \n\n\nSales strategy – including how to target initial accounts; direct sales vs. working with distributors and brokers \n\n\nInitial marketing support \n\n\n This workshop will feature customized content based upon your input and questions. \n\nWhen you register\, you’ll be asked questions about your business and challenges you are facing so that the workshop can be better tailored to meet your needs.\n  \nSpeaker’s Bio \nMultiple award-winning Terry Frishman (MBA\, Columbia Business School)\, Founder\, Culinest\, has over 20 years of experience helping entrepreneurs strengthen their concepts and move their businesses forward with strategic and tactical assistance. She began her food career managing a $120 million brand and launching a profitable-within-1-year $20 million product line for Kraft General Foods (now Kraft Heinz)\, where she won six team awards and ran brainstorming sessions. \nThrough Culinest\, a New York-based boutique consultancy\, Terry takes food businesses to the next level with consulting and education. Aspiring entrepreneurs and established companies successfully launch and grow their food businesses with Culinest’s help — from brainstorming\, strategy\, branding and marketing to research\, PR and sales. Clients have gone on to win Vendy and sofi awards\, increase sales and profitably expand\, and have included Sarabeth’s\, Sylvia’s\, Crepini\, Chocolat Moderne\, Nuchas Empanadas and The Lobster Place. \nTerry has been a repeat guest speaker on Food Network\, for the Specialty Food Association and the International Restaurant Show\, and regularly teaches business classes\, seminars and workshops. She is in the Society of Fellows for the Culinary Institute of America\, a KIVA Trustee\, and has served as President of the Roundtable for Women in Foodservice (NY) and VP for both the New York Women’s Culinary Alliance and the International Wine & Food Society (NY).
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/womens-power-networking-breakfast-terrys-tips-to-successfully-selling-your-food-products-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161102T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161102T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182459Z
CREATED:20171011T182459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182459Z
UID:10000153-1478111400-1478118600@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-7-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161027T120000
DTSTAMP:20171011T182507Z
CREATED:20171011T182507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T182507Z
UID:10000175-1477562400-1477569600@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-mwbe-certified-with-nyc-nys-16-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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