This workshop gives pointers on how to successfully negotiate a lease that serves the business owner's interests and minimizes his or her risk. There will be discussion of how to negotiate, what to negotiate, and what information can be useful before you negotiate. In addition, there will be some information about the impact of COVID-19 on existing leases and lease negotiations.
NELP's virtual legal clinics provide microentrepreneurs with free personalized legal advice on business-related matters from volunteer attorneys during a 45-minute consultation. Common small business legal topics covered in our clinics include Entity Formation, Business Contracts, Labor and Employment, Commercial Leasing, and Intellectual Property. Please note, however, that the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project does not assist […]
We're thrilled to invite you to a power-packed Women’s History Month event where success stories, valuable insights, and networking opportunities await. Here's a glimpse of what's in store: Agenda: Quickfire networking pitches from each business - we will share our business story, products/services, connect and exchange contact info for future collaborations. Hear insights from women […]
This is class #5 in TEES. Marketing is a cumbersome chore and tools like ChatGPT and MidJouney have proven to be effective in coming up with a marketing strategy, organizing and creating content, and even generating images and videos! When used correctly, these tools are a time saver and game changer. This intensive will cover […]
The 2024 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge is due on March 1, 2024 at Midnight. As the deadline is approaching, we’re hosting two Q&A sessions in February to assist you during the application process. Our program director Sarah Liu will be leading each session and answer any questions you have and hopefully provide the resources […]
The 2024 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge is due on March 1, 2024 at Midnight. As the deadline is approaching, we’re hosting two Q&A sessions in February to assist you during the application process. Our program director Sarah Liu will be leading each session and answer any questions you have and hopefully provide the resources […]
Whether you’re a startup founder, small business entrepreneur, or professional, navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by AI has become essential for sustained success. Join us for an exciting workshop where you will have a behind-the-scenes look at how AI-first businesses are operating differently, from the individual to the team and organization-wide levels. As a […]
Presented 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 […]
Are you a startup founder looking to raise venture capital this year? Do you want to decipher all the games and strategies that go into the fundraising process? Are you looking to learn how fundraising has changed since last year? If you answered "yes" to any of the above, this workshop is for you. Join […]
Make sure you have coverage in case things go wrong. Ume Memon of Intellivision Insurance will lead this discussion on the types of insurance available and what policies you would need to make sure your business is safe. This class is part of our Business Sense/Common Sense series.
Learn how to protect your business online with Cybersecurity Specialist Nancy Uddin as she reviews cyber defense strategies to ensure a secure and equitable cyber experience for everyone, including those harmed by digital malfeasance . Nancy graduated from New York University and gained technical training at The Knowledge House. This class is part of our […]
As an entrepreneur, you're speaking/pitching to customers, investors, partners and trying to captivate an audience all the time. Have you wondered about how to make your message more resonating or how to make people more interested in what you say? The answer often isn't about what you're saying but the way you say it. Introducing "Speak to Influence: Elevating Entrepreneurial […]
Classes are sponsored by the Small Business Association.
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.