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SUMMARY:Get Found by AI: A Practical Guide to Generative Engine Optimization
DESCRIPTION:​As search engines evolve into AI-driven answer engines\, traditional SEO is no longer enough. Join us for an exciting workshop with the marketing wizard Emily Singer. In this workshop\, Emily will introduce you to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — a new approach to increasing visibility in AI-generated results. \n​You’ll learn: \n\nHow what Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is and how it differs from SEO \n\n​Gain an understanding of what goes into GEO (and what doesn’t!) and how to optimize for answer engines \n\n​Discover how to implement AI-optimized marketing programs from day one
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/get-found-by-ai-a-practical-guide-to-generative-engine-optimization/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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SUMMARY:Effective Marketing Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to align your pricing\, brand\, and overall marketing message to match your business goals. This session will help you identify where your current marketing may be falling short and show you how to close the gap between your existing pricing model and your long-term brand vision.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/effective-marketing-strategies/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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SUMMARY:Copywriting in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:AI tools like ChatGPT\, Claude\, and Gemini are transforming how we approach copywriting — but knowing when and how to use them effectively is key. Join us for an exciting workshop with the marketing wizard Emily Singer.  In this workshop\, you will: \n​1. Understand what tools like ChatGPT\, Claude\, and Gemini are good at and where they fall short \n​2. Identify touch points and moments that benefit from human involvement and where it’s appropriate to delegate to AI \n​3. Learn how to create specific\, high-context prompts to generate better outputs
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/copywriting-in-the-age-of-ai/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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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[clearfix] \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-38/
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center,Ready Set Go!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T180000
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SUMMARY:Business Credit-Building and Debt Management
DESCRIPTION:Understand the foundations of business credit and how to manage debt wisely. You’ll learn step-by-step how to build credit for your business\, separate it from personal credit\, and use it strategically to strengthen your financial stability.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/business-credit-building-and-debt-management/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T183000
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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-29/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:MWBE
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SUMMARY:Queens Tech Night 2025
DESCRIPTION:Queens Tech Night returns for 2025 with a special meetup celebrating New York in motion. On Tuesday\, October 21\, join 200+ other incredible creators and innovators at The Culture Lab in LIC for our latest event\, featuring talks\, community partners\, and more. \nThis event always sells out – so book your tickets while you still can.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/queens-tech-night-2025/
LOCATION:Culture LAb LlC\, 5-25 46th Ave\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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SUMMARY:Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:Take a deeper look at how to protect your business from financial risk while expanding your opportunities. This class covers debt management\, diversification\, hedging\, and how to branch out sales channels without exposing your business to unnecessary risk.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/risk-management/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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SUMMARY:Legal Business Structures and Their Financial Implications
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the right business structure can save you money and protect your assets. This session explains the pros and cons of LLCs\, corporations\, and sole proprietorships—and how each affects taxes\, liability\, and funding eligibility.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/legal-business-structures-and-their-financial-implications/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T130000
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SUMMARY:Contracts 101: What Every Early-Stage Business Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:​Contracts don’t have to be overwhelming. In this interactive presentation\, Attorney Melanie Cunningham will break down the essentials of contracts so you can protect your business and set yourself up for growth. We’ll cover: \n\n​Contract fundamentals – what makes an agreement enforceable and why it matters. \n\n​Key clauses – the terms you can’t afford to overlook. \n\n​Must-have contracts for small businesses
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/contracts-101-what-every-early-stage-business-needs-to-know/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T180000
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SUMMARY:Bookkeeping\, Accounting\, and Tax Planning
DESCRIPTION:Get the essentials of keeping accurate books\, understanding financial statements\, and preparing for tax season. You’ll learn simple systems to track income and expenses and stay compliant while maximizing deductions.
URL:https://services.queensny.org/event/bookkeeping-accounting-and-tax-planning/
LOCATION:Online\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Business Center
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