Bhavna Punjwani
Director, Business Services
bpunjwani@queensny.org
Bhavna oversees the Entrepreneurship Assistance Center at QEDC, where she helps entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of launching and running their businesses. With ten+ years of experience, Bhavna has worked with more than 600 entrepreneurs across diverse industries, guiding them through business planning, legal compliance, marketing, and financial strategies.
Her expertise includes launching initiatives like The Entrepreneurship Essentials Series (T.E.E.S.), designed to equip small business owners with core skills for success. Bhavna also specializes in the food industry, closely supporting clients in the Entrepreneur Space Kitchen Incubator.
Born in Nigeria and fluent in multiple languages, Bhavna brings a deep understanding of the immigrant experience and is committed to helping immigrant, female, and minority entrepreneurs thrive. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Business from Queens College, and her passion for fostering entrepreneurship continues to drive her work at QEDC.