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SUMMARY:*IN PERSON* Social Media Marketing| LM 5/15
DESCRIPTION:Social media has become an essential tool of every modern business. The challenge for entrepreneurs\, however\, is knowing how to create the right content on the right platform for their target customers. \nThis course will teach you how to navigate the modern social media platforms as an entrepreneur. By the end of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nDetermine the social media platforms that your target customers use\nOperate these platforms as a business according to best practices\nCreate “repurposed content” that attracts social media users and links them to your website\nChoose a social media management tool for your business\n\nA computer is recommended\, but not required\, for this course. \nThis course is the sixth and final module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) six-module Digital Marketing series. We encourage you to complete the five prior modules – “Developing a Marketing Strategy\,” “Creating Content Your Customers Value\,” “Building Your Own Business Website\,” “Search Engine Optimization (SEO)\,” and “Email Marketing” – before you take this course.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/in-person-social-media-marketing-lm-5-15/
LOCATION:NYC Business Solutions Lower Manhattan Center\, 14 Wall Street\, 17th Floor\, New York\, NY\, 10005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Small Business Month
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SUMMARY:Business Finances 1: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Financial management can be the most intimidating part of running a business. This course – intended for entrepreneurs unfamiliar with business financial management – introduces key terms and concepts in everyday language. \nDuring this course\, you will: \n\nDevelop an understanding of basic business financial terms\, such as profit\, cash flow\, and gross margin\nWork with basic financial statements\, including income statements\, balance sheets\, and cash flow statements\nDefine the common business expenses at both the startup and operating stages\nCalculate gross margins\, breakeven points\, and profit goals using a case study business\n\nThis course is the fourth module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) five-course Introduction to Entrepreneurship series. \nIf you are a pre-startup\, we recommend that you complete the first three modules in this series – “First Step to Starting a Business\,” “Creating a Business Idea that Works\,” and “Building Your Business Operations” – before taking this course.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/business-finances-1-getting-started/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Small Business Month
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SUMMARY:New York Women's Chamber of Commerce - Networking Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FREE at our Chamber On the Go Networking Resource event on May 15th! We have partnered with NYC Department of Small Business Services to network and provide free services to you and your business\, with a side of refreshments to enjoy the day! 
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/new-york-womens-chamber-of-commerce-networking-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Harlem Hops\, 2268 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard\, New York\, New York\, 10030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="New York Women%E2%80%99s Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@nywcc.org
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Business as AAPI Entrepreneurs in NYC
DESCRIPTION:Join the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) and the Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY) to celebrate NYC Small Business Month and Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) month. \nSBS Commissioner Kevin D. Kim will share personal insights about his journey as an AAPI entrepreneur and the SBS team will share tools and resources to help you start and grow your business in NYC.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/growing-your-business-as-aapi-entrepreneurs-in-nyc/
LOCATION:Korean Cultural Center New York\, 122 East 32nd Street\, New York\, 10016
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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SUMMARY:NYC Small Business Month Expo
DESCRIPTION:The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is hosting the first-ever NYC Small Business Month Expo to provide a variety of free information\, resources\, and direct services that address the needs of small business owners of all stages\, industries\, and boroughs. \n\n\n\nAccess 100+ free city programs\, agencies\, and partner resources – all under one roof: \n\n\n\n\nFaster city permits and licenses\n\n\n\nFinancing and legal assistance\n\n\n\nHire workers\n\n\n\nContract with NYC through the M/WBE Borough Forum\n\n\n\nFree consultations\, workshops\, and networking\n\n\n\n… and much more!
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/nyc-small-business-month-expo/
LOCATION:Pier 36\, 299 South Street\, New York\, New York\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Business Conference: Empowering Grassroots Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow\, adapt\, and thrive – now and in the future! \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\n\nfunding opportunities\n\n\n\ncredit repair\n\n\n\nlegal and licensing requirements\n\n\n\nbusiness disaster relief\n\n\n\nbuilding powerful community partnerships\n\n\n\n\nLight breakfast and lunch will be served.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/manhattan-business-conference-empowering-grassroots-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:The Forum at Columbia University\, 601 West 125th Street\, New York\, New York\, 10027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Manhattan Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@manhattancc.org
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SUMMARY:NYC Small Business Month Expo 2025
DESCRIPTION:The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is hosting the NYC Small Business Month Expo to provide a variety of free information\, resources\, and direct services* that address the needs of small business owners of all stages\, industries\, and boroughs. \n\n\n\nAccess 100+ free city programs\, agencies\, and partner resources – all under one roof: \n\n\n\n\nFaster city permits and licenses\n\n\n\nFinancing and legal assistance\n\n\n\nHire workers\n\n\n\nGovernment contracting\n\n\n\nFree resource fair\, consultations\, workshops\, and networking\n\n\n\n… and much more!\n\n\n\n\n*NEW THIS YEAR! Make an appointment for an on-site consultation (i.e. financing\, legal\, M/WBE certification\, winning government contracts\, and more). Make sure to check your Expo confirmation email for details and a link to register for a timeslot.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/nyc-small-business-month-expo-2025/
LOCATION:Center415\, 415 5th Avenue\, New York\, New York\, 10016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
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