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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-13-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160601T210000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153403Z
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SUMMARY:Ready for Bu$ine$$: Free ESL Class for Business
DESCRIPTION:This is free ESL class for Spanish speakers with a focus on business/financial literacy and matching funds. \n\nClass enrollment deposit is $100. Deposit will be refunded to students who complete the program\, register their business and open a business bank account.\nParticipants will receive an additional $100 to their $100 provided when they open a new business bank account.\n\nClasses meet Wednesdays starting June 1st and ending July 27th (classes will not be held June 8th). \nTo register please contact: \n718-478-5502 Ext 103 or 646-545-7214 or click the RSVP link above to send an email. \nReady for Bu$ine$$ is an innovative initiative sponsored by the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) through a grant with the New York Community Trust in partnership with the Emerald Isle Immigration Center (EIIC) and the Neighborhood Housing Services of Northern Queens (NHS).
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-for-buine-free-esl-class-for-business-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160527T210000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153400Z
CREATED:20171011T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153400Z
UID:10000128-1464026400-1464382800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Home Improvement Contractor Training (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:Enroll for a 5-day course (3/7 through 3/11) 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(3月7号到11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-2-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T163000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153400Z
CREATED:20171011T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153400Z
UID:10000127-1463493600-1463502600@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Consolidated Funding Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The workshop includes an overview of the application and the CFA process followed by informational breakout sessions on specific funding available for the following project types: \n\nBusiness & Local Government Assistance: Direct Assistance to Business and Other Organizations\, Low-Cost Financing\, Municipal/Public Infrastructure\, Workforce Development\, and Government Efficiency\nCommunity Development: Affordable Housing\, Community and Waterfront Revitalization\, Arts\, Parks\, and Historic Preservation & Heritage Areas\nEnergy & Environment: Energy and Environmental Improvements\, Low Cost Power\, and Climate Smart Communities
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/consolidated-funding-application-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160514T160000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153400Z
CREATED:20171011T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153400Z
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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 (14\, 15 y 21 de mayo 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 (October 10 and 11 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and October 15 and 16 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm) 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-2-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160509T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153400Z
CREATED:20171011T153400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153400Z
UID:10000125-1462816800-1462820400@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-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160503T210000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153359Z
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UID:10000124-1462298400-1462309200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Queens Taste 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Queens Economic Development Corporation invites you to Queens Taste 2016\, the borough’s premiere networking and culinary event. At least 50 restaurants and other food/drink purveyors will provide samples to 700+ attendees\, including some of the most powerful and best-connected Queens residents. The cuisine will feature everything from sweet to savory\, Asian to Latin American\, and crunchy to creamy. \nProceeds will support QEDC’s ongoing efforts to attract\, create\, and maintain jobs in the borough through business services\, neighborhood development\, the Entrepreneur Space (our food-and-business incubator)\, and marketing attractions through the Queens Tourism Council and the It’s in Queens brands. As QEDC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit\, proceeds are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-taste-2016-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160501T160000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153359Z
CREATED:20171011T153359Z
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UID:10000123-1462010400-1462118400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Recipe for Success: Starting and Growing a Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this class has been canceled and will be rescheduled. \nThis 2-day session workshop (Sat. April 30th from 10 to 4 and Sun. May 1st from 11 to 4) course is designed to help starting food-preneurs launch and grow a successful food-based business. During these sessions there will be hands-on exercises and contacts so that you can easily walk the path to successful entrepreneurship. The course includes: \n\nSetting up the Business\nThe 4P’s – Pricing\, Producing\, Packaging\, & Product\nPitching your Product to the right Customer\nTargeted Marketing\nShowcase your Products opportunity at Queens Taste\n\nStrictly limited to 15 participants.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/recipe-for-success-starting-and-growing-a-food-business-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153359Z
CREATED:20171011T153359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153359Z
UID:10000122-1461866400-1461870000@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Social Branding for Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to Build\, Grow \, Nurture and Protect Your Social Brand. Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners can truly leverage the power of Online Marketing by creating a compelling and engaging personal brand online that will develop their value as influencers and thought-leaders in their respective industries. This kind of social positioning has proven time and again to increase the value of the entreprenuer and his or her business\, resulting in short and long-term business growth through targeted visibility. \nJasmine Sandler\, an expert in Social Branding for Executives\, Global Keynote Speaker and Trainer on Social Media Strategies\, Author of multiple books on Social Selling and Social Branding and long-time CEO of her own Social Agency will lead this informative and interactive workshop. \nFor attending this workshop\, all attendees will receive discounts from Jasmine on her Social Branding books \, videos and online courses.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/social-branding-for-entrepreneurs-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T120000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153359Z
CREATED:20171011T153359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153359Z
UID:10000121-1461837600-1461844800@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-13-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160428T103000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153359Z
CREATED:20171011T153359Z
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UID:10000120-1461832200-1461839400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Estrategias de venta sin presupuesto (Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:En este taller interactivo\, aprenderás estrategias para hacer más ventas en tu negocio. Además\, tendras la oportunidad de fomentar conexiones y se servirá desayuno a los asistentes. \nPlease note this event is in Spanish. \nEstrategias de venta sin presupuesto \n\nEl concepto de marca personal utiliza estrategias del mercadeo utilizado por las grandes marcas empaquetarte como un producto y así venderte mejor. En este taller interactivo\, conocerás el poder de tu marca personal y como utilizarla para comunicar con claridad e impacto TÚ valor empresarial y el de tu negocio. Aprenderás como valorar tus habilidades\, fortalezas y personalidad para que TÚ mismo seas una extensión del mercadeo de tu negocio y ser memorable en toda interacción: con colegas\, empleados\, clientes y en primeras interacciones. \nUsted aprenderá a: \n\nDiferenciar entre el marketing\, el branding\, las relaciones públicas\, la marca personal y la publicidad.\nCómo identificar\, comunicar y reforzar tu marca personal para así transmitir tu valor empresarial con cada contacto\, lo que te ayudará a impulsar su negocio y tu éxito profesional\nCómo crear tu propio “Anuncio de Elevador\,” que podrás utilizar cuando alguien te pregunte “¿A qué te dedicas?\,” además de incluirlo como descripción en las redes sociales.\nCómo maximizar tus talentos innatos como método de mercadeo para posicionarse como experto en tu industria\nAdonde y cómo formar relaciones profesionales por medio del networking\, para crear alianzas y contactos que te ayudarán a crecer tu negocio\n\n\n  \nBiografía \nAnllelic (an-ye-lik) Lozada\, M.S. es una Coach de Carrera\, Instructora de Marketing y Mentora de Emprendedores en Nueva York\, Miami y Puerto Rico. \nPor medio de su mentoría individualizada\, el newsletter semanal “Véndete”  y columnas en varias publicaciones como El Vocero\, Alma Emprendedora\, The Huffington Post y LatinTrends Magazine\, Anllelic ayuda a hispanos a amar lo que hacen y la forma única que lo hacen. \nComo Instructora Certificada para NYC Business Solutions\, un programa del Small Business Administration Services\, Anllelic crea talleres bilingües de Marketing y Marca Personal para empresarios en Nueva York. Como instructora para el Centro de Puerto Rico\, el programa empresarial de la Fundación Sila Maria Calderón\, Anllelic conduce talleres de mercadeo y marca personal para mujeres empresarias en diferentes pueblos de la isla. \nAnllelic obtuvo una Maestría de Liderazgo Empresarial con concentración en Marketing de Nova Southeastern University\, un bachillerato en Publicidad y asociados en Psicología y Marketing de Florida International University. Además\, es candidata a ser certificada como Coach Integral de la Asociación Internacional de Coaches Profesionales. 
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/estrategias-de-venta-sin-presupuesto-spanish-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160423T160000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153358Z
CREATED:20171011T153358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153358Z
UID:10000119-1461405600-1461427200@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Home Improvement Contractor Training (English)
DESCRIPTION:Enroll for a 3-day course (4/23\, 4/24\, and 4/30) 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-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160414T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153358Z
CREATED:20171011T153358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153358Z
UID:10000118-1460656800-1460660400@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Intellectual Property Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested learning about intellectual property? Then this presentation\,covering copyright\, trademark and\, to a lesser extent\, patent protections is for you! Learn how to protect your ideas and the steps you would need to take. \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/intellectual-property-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160413T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160413T204500
DTSTAMP:20171011T153358Z
CREATED:20171011T153358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153358Z
UID:10000117-1460569500-1460580300@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Accounting for Small Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event has been canceled.\nLearn the basics of accounting! In this class\, we will go through the key accounting terms and concepts you will need to know to set up your accounting system. Topics covered include:\n\n\naccount types\ncash vs accrual\nnormal balances\nprofit & loss vs balance sheet vs cash flow
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/accounting-for-small-business-owners-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160406T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160406T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153358Z
CREATED:20171011T153358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153358Z
UID:10000116-1459965600-1459972800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Pitching and Presenting Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special presentation 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\nThis event is open to everyone\, but it is highly recommended that finalists for the StartUP Business Plan competition attend. \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/pitching-and-presenting-your-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160404T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160404T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153358Z
CREATED:20171011T153358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153358Z
UID:10000115-1459792800-1459796400@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-11-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160331T120000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153357Z
CREATED:20171011T153357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153357Z
UID:10000114-1459418400-1459425600@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-12-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160330T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153357Z
CREATED:20171011T153357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153357Z
UID:10000113-1459360800-1459369800@services.queensny.org
SUMMARY:Five Alive: Cooks Kickin’ It In Queens: Entrepreneur Space 5th Birthday Party
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate the Entrepreneur Space’s fifth anniversary – with the theme Five Alive: Cooks Kickin’ It In Queens — on Wednesday\, March 30\, 6 pm to 8 pm\, at 36-46 37th Street in Long Island City. \nPartakers can expect great networking with 250 expected attendees and at least 30 vendors providing spicy\, savory\, and sweet samples to please all taste buds. Pretzel Man\, who makes soft\, doughy balls stuffed with ingredients such as cheddar cheese\, peanut butter\, and chocolate\, will give out samples. Ditto for Yu Bakery\, which sells healthy\, gluten-free snacks with yucca; Gooey & Co.\, which bakes a St. Louis-style butter cake in various flavors; and Little Bird\, which candies jalapeños and covers them in dark chocolate and sea salt. Wash it all down with alcoholic drinks from SquareWine & Spirits\, teas from Forest Witch Spells\, and super- caffeinated beverages from Coffeed. \nThere’s a lot to celebrate. The E-Space has helped more than 500 small businesses\, generated $6 million in revenue\, and created more than 100 jobs over the past five productive years. Plus\, the Queens Economic Development Corporation\, which operates the E-Space\, will announce the StartUP! Business Plan Competition finalists and host a special recognition of QEDC’s award-winning Women’s Business Center during Women’s History Month. \nThe E-Space officially opened on Jan. 19\, 2011. This 12\,500-sq.-ft.\, NYC Economic Development Corporation-sponsored hub features a fully equipped commercial kitchen\, offices\, and classrooms. To improve outcomes\, QEDC offers business counseling\, technical assistance\, and financial classes on site. The E-Space also provides room for The Fortune Society\, which trains previously incarcerated individuals for jobs in the food-preparation industry.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/five-alive-cooks-kickin-it-in-queens-entrepreneur-space-5th-birthday-party-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160324T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160324T103000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153357Z
CREATED:20171011T153357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171011T153357Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Power Networking Breakfast: Taking Your Food Business to the Next Level
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event has been relocated to room G110. \nJoin us for a Power Networking Breakfast with speaker Terry Frishman on how you can take your food business to the next level \nTaking Your Food Business to the Next Level \nWhether you’re an aspiring\, start-up or more established food entrepreneur\, what does it take to get to the next level? Please share in advance\, the biggest challenge(s) you face in your food business\, and we’ll try to address as many as possible in an educational and action-oriented PPT with a customized presentation by award-winning food business consultant and educator\, Terry Frishman.\nDepending upon your questions\, we can address topics like: How do you make money in a food business? Develop your concept? Build a brand? Price? Test market? Optimize sampling and/or trade shows? Get press? Increase sales? Present to a gourmet store vs. a supermarket? Work with brokers or distributors\, vs. only selling direct? Negotiate with your copacker? Raise capital? Leverage partnerships to more profitably grow your business? \n\nWhen you register\, you’ll be asked to share your greatest challenge facing your food business. Be sure to include it\, your email\, and your website so we can best help on March 24th.\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-taking-your-food-business-to-the-next-level-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160323T190000
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SUMMARY:Business Resiliency Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Prepare yourself and your business for emergencies! \nFrom gas leaks and fires\, to major storms and flooding\, NYC business owners face many challenges that can impact your operations and assets.  \nYou will learn how to: \n\nStay in business:  Identify your key business functions\, employees\, and documents. \nProtect your investments:  Understand how to protect your assets and navigate insurance processes.     \nBe ready for action: Create a business continuity plan for your business.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/business-resiliency-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160322T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160322T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153357Z
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SUMMARY:Night Market Series Business Seminars Session 3: Navigating Government
DESCRIPTION:Queens Borough President Melinda Katz\, in partnership with the Queens International Night Market\, NYC Business Solutions and NYC Department of Small Business Services\, will host a series of three free seminars in March for vendors interested in the Night Market and to anyone who wants to start a business in and navigating government regulations. Taught by experienced instructors of NYC Business Solutions\, the seminars will also cover Night Market topics and feature guest speakers\, networking and Q&A opportunities. \nIn this session\, you will learn about New York City’s rules\, regulations\, and codes and understand some of the steps necessary to open an establishment as well as operate within the five boroughs.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/night-market-series-business-seminars-session-3-navigating-government-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160318T160000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153356Z
CREATED:20171011T153356Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Enterprise Summit
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL RISING and ASPIRING ENTREPRENEURS!! Ever dream of starting your own business? Have a great idea but not sure where to start? Concerned about handling your student loan debt? Join us for this FREE half day event with experts who will guide you through conquering your student loan debt\, creating a business plan\, accessing capital\, social media marketing\, and more! \nPizza and Refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/rising-enterprise-summit-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160315T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160315T203000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153356Z
CREATED:20171011T153356Z
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SUMMARY:First Time Investor Program
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning how to use the stock market? The First Time Investor Program\, offered by Signature Bank\, will teach you what you need to know about stocks\, bonds\, and investments. Qualified participants will also receive a matching $750 grant from signature bank (details below). \nIn order to participate\, please fill out the form here and send it to mgillen@services.queensny.org. Please note that the form requires some paperwork: a recent tax form (such as a W-2) and a bank statement. For more details\, download the form. \nIn order to qualify for the $750 matching grant you must: \n\nHave an annual gross income of less than $55\,000\nInvest $750 of your own money into the program\nAttend the classes: missing two or more classes may result in forfeiture of participation and the matching grant. Excused absences will be discussed on a case-by-case basis.\n\nThis class runs for nine sessions\, starting on March 15th and taking place each Tuesday until May 10th.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/first-time-investor-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160315T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160315T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153356Z
CREATED:20171011T153356Z
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SUMMARY:Night Market Series Business Seminars Session 2: Marketing 101 & Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Queens Borough President Melinda Katz\, in partnership with the Queens International Night Market\, NYC Business Solutions and NYC Department of Small Business Services\, will host a series of three free seminars in March for vendors interested in the Night Market and to anyone who wants to start a business in and navigating government regulations. Taught by experienced instructors of NYC Business Solutions\, the seminars will also cover Night Market topics and feature guest speakers\, networking and Q&A opportunities. \nIn this session\, you will learn the fundamental components of a successful marketing strategy and how to develop and manage an effective online presence using web technologies and social media.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/night-market-series-business-seminars-session-2-marketing-101-social-media-marketing-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160309T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160309T204500
DTSTAMP:20171011T153356Z
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SUMMARY:Learn QuickBooks for MAC
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event has been cancelled. \nThis two-day (March 9 and 16) QuickBooks course aims to provide the technical know-how for people looking to learn how to use this program effectively.  Very few places offer classes on MAC QuickBooks\, so learn it here first! \nPlease note this class is specifically geared to entrepreneurs working in the MAC environment and using QuickBooks for MAC. \nIn this class you will work hands-on with QuickBooks for MAC. If you do not bring a MAC laptop with QuickBooks installed\, you will be unable to take the class. Any version from 2012 through current QuickBooks will work for this class. \nIn this class you will: \n\nSet up your Chart of Accounts properly\nCustomize your QuickBooks file according to your business needs\nLearn how to navigate the program\nLearn the basics of accounts receivable/accounts payable\nReconcile your accounts\nRun & understand pertinent financial reports\n\nWhy take a class on Quickbooks? \n– Because your receipts fade and storage of your data is difficult without it. (You can link transactions and make things much easier if you are ever audited).\n– Quickbooks helps you create analytic reports you can use to make better business decisions and keep your bookkeeping tight.\n– Because MS Excel is not made for bookkeeping! You lose out on power information created by QB reports.\n– Save money come tax time. Save between 5 hours/month of manual entry and over $4\,200 a year come tax time by using QuickBooks.*\n– Manual entries and bank statement importation can create lost transactions and no reconciliation. \n*Based on normal retainer fee paid for bookkeeping.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/learn-quickbooks-for-mac-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160308T200000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153356Z
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SUMMARY:Night Market Series Business Seminars Session 1: Business Planning and Access to Financing
DESCRIPTION:Queens Borough President Melinda Katz\, in partnership with the Queens International Night Market\, NYC Business Solutions and NYC Department of Small Business Services\, will host a series of three free seminars in March for vendors interested in the Night Market and to anyone who wants to start a business in and navigating government regulations. Taught by experienced instructors of NYC Business Solutions\, the seminars will also cover Night Market topics and feature guest speakers\, networking and Q&A opportunities. \nIn this session\, you will learn about key components of a strong business plan and how to identify credit and financing opportunities for your small business.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/night-market-series-business-seminars-session-1-business-planning-and-access-to-financing-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160307T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160311T210000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153356Z
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SUMMARY:Home Improvement Contractor Training (Mandarin)
DESCRIPTION:Enroll for a 5-day course (3/7 through 3/11) 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(3月7号到11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-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160307T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160307T190000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153353Z
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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-10-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160225T120000
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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-11-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160218T103000
DTSTAMP:20171011T153353Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Power Networking Breakfast: Worker Classification
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Power Networking Breakfast with speaker Michael Tiliakos from Duane Morris LLP with a presentation on worker classification. The presentation will cover the difference between employees and independent contractors\, as well as an employer’s obligations to both types of workers. The risks of worker misclassification\, various tests used to classify workers\, and the relevant governing acts will also be discussed during the presentation.  \nAs always\, this event will also feature networking opportunities and free food. \n  \nSpeakers’ Bios \nMichael Tiliakos\, Partner  \nDuane Morris LLP \nMichael Tiliakos practices in the area of employment law. Mr. Tiliakos has significant experience representing both private and municipal clients from a broad range of industries in employment actions\, including class and collective actions\, brought under anti-discrimination statutes\, and in such civil rights cases as false arrest\, excessive use of force\, malicious prosecution\, selective enforcement and First Amendment retaliation. Mr. Tiliakos conducts extensive employee and management training courses\, including anti-harassment training and courses on how to effectively manage employees in accordance with various employment laws. He also counsels clients on compliance with employment laws and conducts workplace investigations and wage-and-hour audits.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/womens-power-networking-breakfast-worker-classification-2/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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