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SUMMARY:Buying Your First Business: A Workshop for Aspiring Owners
DESCRIPTION:Buying an existing business can be a faster\, less risky path to ownership than starting one from scratch – but it requires strategy\, research\, and the right guidance.  \nTo provide you with this type of guidance\, QEDC is teaming up with Michael Steinberg of Hedgestone Business Advisors and to host a masterclass where you will learn how to navigate the process of business acquisition from start to finish. You will understand how to find the right opportunity\,  assess value\, secure financing\, and take over operations confidently. If you have ever been interested in buying an existing pizzeria\, restaurant\, laundromat\, car wash company\, etc.\, then this class is for you.  \nBy the end of the masterclass\, you will know the following:  \n\nWhy buying an existing business can be smarter than starting from scratch\nHow to find opportunities that match your skills and financial goals\nHow valuation works — and what makes a price fair (or inflated)\nFinancing options: SBA loans\, seller financing\, and more\nWhat to look for in due diligence\, and how to avoid costly mistakes\nWhat happens after closing: training\, staff transition\, and next steps\n\nThis workshop is for you if: \n\nYou have always been interested in running your own business\, and are interested in exploring acquisition as a faster route to profitability than launching a startup.\nYou have a lifelong dream of owning a storefront\, but you want to evaluate and decide between purchasing an existing business and starting your own business.\nYou are a corporate professional looking to transition into business ownership with a proven model.\nYou are a skilled worker or manager (restaurant staff\, contractors\, retail leads) ready to take the next step and own what you have been running.\n\n  \nAbout The Speaker\nMichael Steinberg is a highly accomplished entrepreneur and the founder of Hedgestone Business Advisors\, where he has made a significant impact in the world of small business acquisitions. With a remarkable track record in business sale transactions\, Steinberg has emerged as a leading figure in the industry\, having closed over $2 billion worth of deals in the past five years. \nAs a versatile professional\, Steinberg’s expertise extends across various industries\, making him industry agnostic when it comes to deal-making. His diverse portfolio of closed deals encompasses a wide range of fields\, demonstrating his ability to navigate different sectors successfully. With a keen eye for opportunity\, he has consistently delivered exceptional results \nAt the helm of Hedgestone Business Advisors as its CEO\, Steinberg leads a dynamic team of 150 professionals. Under his guidance\, the company has gained a strong reputation and built an extensive network\, boasting over 1\,000 exclusive listings. His leadership and strategic vision have played a pivotal role in the firm’s success. \nIn recent years\, Steinberg has focused his efforts on the car wash industry. Leveraging his extensive knowledge and experience\, he has become a dominant force in the market. In fact\, he holds the distinction of selling more car washes than anyone else in the country over the past two years. His unparalleled success in this sector has granted him a deep understanding of the intricacies and dynamics of the car wash business. \nSteinberg’s approach to business deals is marked by exclusivity and off-market opportunities. He prides himself on securing exclusive listings and personally curating deals that offer unique advantages to his clients. By leveraging his extensive network and expertise\, he consistently delivers exceptional results\, surpassing expectations. \nBeyond his role as a business advisor\, Steinberg is also a limited partner (LP) in a notable nine-car wash portfolio located in New York. This investment further solidifies his commitment to the industry and his belief in the potential for growth and profitability within the car wash sector. \nAs a driven and accomplished entrepreneur\, Michael Steinberg has made a significant impact in the field of small business acquisitions. His impressive track record\, leadership skills\, and extensive network have positioned him as a trusted advisor and a sought-after figure in the business community. With his unwavering commitment to excellence and his ability to identify unique opportunities\, Steinberg continues to shape the landscape of small business deals and inspire others in the industry.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/byfb/
LOCATION:Queens Borough Hall\, 120-55 Queens Blvd.\, Suite 200\, Kew Gardens\, NY\, 11424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Go!
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar:\n\nReady\, Set\, Go! is a 90-minute free workshop that covers all the things you need to think about when going into business.  It provides a general overview of what it takes to start a business; legal considerations and what it takes to fund a new venture. \n\n\nAbout the Speaker:\n\nRoy Pellicano ran an IT services company for over 15 years working with small and mid-sized businesses across all industries\, from the single computer Mom & Pop to the 63 location company. In addition to supporting IT\, Roy advises business teams developing and implementing strategy across the business lifecycle from start-up to exit\, including how to implement business and technology transformation.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-35/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Ready Set Go!
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SUMMARY:Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:Learn about getting certified as a Minority / Woman-owned Business Enterprise with NYC & NYS\, what you will need to do to obtain government contracts\, and how you can leverage your certification to get more business at this free online webinar. \nAbout the Speaker\nSince coming to QEDC\, Ricardi Calixte has worked with many neighborhoods’ business organizations to help improve the local economy. He spearheaded the development of Corona Plaza\, transforming an under-utilized area into one of the borough’s foremost pedestrian plazas. He works closely with merchant groups\, foundations\, and government agencies to help local communities reach their potential. \nA native of Haiti\, Ricardi graduated from New York City public schools and has a BA degree in Economics\, an MA in Africana Studies\, and an MRP in Urban Planning from SUNY Albany. He is a CORO Fellow. He lives Queens and is the proud father of a daughter and son.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/get-business-from-nyc-and-nys-government-m-wbe-certification-25/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:MWBE
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