Women's Business Center

Public Open House: Tell New York State what you think about proposed projects for Downtown Governor 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 […]

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.  Directions The Entrepreneur Space is at: 36-46 37th Street Long Island City, NY 11101 Conveniently located 10 minutes from midtown Manhattan, […]

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 […]

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.Do 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 […]

This event has been cancelled. It will be rescheduled to a later date.Family-run businesses need structure and careful planning to succeed. Which tax structure is best for a family business?  This FREE Small Business Tax Workshop will address the tax implications of family businesses that operate in one of several ways listed below. Family businesses […]

Please note this event is in Spanish El objetivo de este taller será ayudarte a diseñar, entender y mejorar tu posicionamiento como emprendedor, sin necesidad de tener un conocimiento avanzado de marketing. Conocida por sus talleres prácticos y transformadores, Anllelic compartirá contigo tres herramientas innovadoras que te ayudarán a claramente identificar el PORQUÉ haces lo que haces, PARA QUIÉN […]

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.  Directions The Entrepreneur Space is at: 36-46 37th Street Long Island City, NY 11101 Conveniently located 10 minutes from midtown Manhattan, […]

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 […]

Learn how to negotiate a fair commercial lease!Business owners know that securing the right commercial space is an important decision, but many are not prepared to enter the lease negotiation process. By effectively negotiating a lease agreement before signing it, small business owners can avoid costly mistakes in the future. This course offers useful steps […]

10:00 am- to 11:30 am: MWBE Certification Made Easy Workshop  Room 230 - Auditorium 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm: One on One Sessions with DMWBD Certification Staff - By Appointment Only  President's Conference Room- 5th Floor Meet with a certification analyst to: Answers your questions about the certification process  Update your Vendor and Certification Profiles, including product […]

Please note that this breakfast is at a different location from usual. Also, please note that this building has extra security, so we encourage attendees to show up early. Please join us for this free breakfast featuring food, networking, and presentations celebrating Women's History Month.  The presentations will be: Tips for Breaking the Million Dollar […]