Legal Clinic
A small business virtual legal clinic will be held over Zoom in partnership with the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project. Registration is required. This event will provide microentrepreneurs with FREE personalized legal advice on business-related matters from volunteer attorneys during a 45-minute consultation. Consultations are available at 4:30 and 5:30 PM. Small Business legal topics covered […]
2024 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge Info Session
Online NY, United StatesPresented by the Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and Queens Economic Development Corporation, the 2024 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge is designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs grow their businesses with five $20K grants, access to industry experts and founder network. Its flexible schedule allows participants to join at any time between October 2022 to February […]
Ready, Set, Go!
About the Webinar: Ready, 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. About the Speakers: Thomas Farrell is […]
Todos Somos, Somos Uno: We Are All, We Are One
2929 3rd Ave 2929 3rd Ave, Bronx, NY, United StatesJoin us on October 12, 2023, as we come together to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Hispanic culture during Hispanic Heritage Month. This event promises to be an enriching experience that honors the rich traditions, contributions, and achievements of the Hispanic community in New York. Our celebration will feature captivating cultural presentations, inspiring speakers, and […]
The Future of AI for Startups
Online NY, United States????You’ve probably used ChatGPT or some other AI tools at this point. But do you know what a large language model is and how it can be used to improve your startup business? In this workshop, Jesse Bornstein and José María, co-founders of Yeager.ai will be talking about how large language models work, the impact […]
Get Business From NYC and NYS Government: M/WBE Certification
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. About the Speaker Since coming to QEDC, Ricardi Calixte has worked with many neighborhoods’ business organizations to help improve […]
Equity Distribution and Founder Agreement
Online NY, United StatesDo you know how ownership of a company is divided among multiple founders or business owners in the early stage? What are the key factors that you should consider when preparing or signing a founder agreement. What are the different types of equity and agreements out there? This workshop will answer these questions and more!
NYS M/WBE Certification, Pros and Common Mistakes to Avoid
Online NY, United StatesMWBE certification can be confusing and daunting. Learning the right websites to go to and correct documentation to upload can be tricky if you are attempting it on your own. In this virtual workshop, Certified Business Advisor, Janet Tanguay, will guide you through the correct steps to take so that you can avoid pitfalls and […]
Trademark Fundamentals For Startup Businesses
Do you have a business or are about to start one but not sure how to go about trademarking your business name or logo? Do you know how to do searches in the trademark database without having to speak to an attorney first? In this workshop, we will explore the basics of trademark law, including […]
The Art of Building and Shipping Software Product
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, creating and delivering software products that stand out and meet user needs is both a science and an art. Whether you're an experienced software developer, an existing or aspiring tech founder, this workshop is your gateway to exploring tools, best practices, strategies required to craft exceptional software products, and […]
Breaking Barriers in Fundraising: Navigating Today’s Fundraising Market for Minority and Immigrant Founders
Culture Lab LIC 5-25 46th Ave, Long Island City, NY, United StatesGeneric fundraising advice rarely works if you don't fit a specific founder profile. That is especially true in today's market. Advice like "running a tight process", "warming up your network", "creating FOMO", etc. is basically a catch-22 (Ex: how do you create FOMO when there is zero interest to begin with?). This kind of advice […]
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The Queens Economic Development Corporation and Queens Tourism Council will host Queens Taste 2024 at the New York Hall of Science in Flushing Meadows Corona Park on Tuesday, May 21, from 6 pm to 9 pm.
We expect to attract more than 500 attendees with 50 restaurants and beverage purveyors, who will offer samples of their products. Thus, attendees will be able to bounce from table to table, tasting treats from tangy to fiery, crunchy to velvety, and sweet to briny.
Queens Taste is also a celebration of the borough -- and a great way to network. Almost all the anticipated 500 attendees either live in Queens or do business there. Many are executives and captains of industry. The atmosphere is always festive, almost giddy, creating an ideal scene for meeting and greeting.