How SBA Programs and Services Can Help You Start, Grow, and Succeed

Every year the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and its nationwide network of resource partners help millions of small businesses start, grow, and succeed. In this webinar, learn about SBA Financing Programs, Business Education, and Government Contracting Assistance that helps you start and expand your business.

Selling to the Government and Global Market

The Queens Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) invite you to join this webinar and learn about selling to the government and the global market. In this webinar, you will learn about: How and What the Federal Government buys Certification for Set Aside Marketing to Government Agencies Subcontracting Why, What, Where, […]

Third Party Apps and Your Taxes: Info Session

If you are a small business owner or freelancer, and you get paid from a digital payment service (ex. PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Cash App) or any third-party settlement provider and that amount is more than $600 in total in 2022, you will be expected to pay taxes on that revenue. Your payment service is required […]

In Person and Remote Interviewing Skills

How do you "sell yourself" at an interview? How do you anticipate the difficult questions? Learn all the ins and outs of preparing for and shining at an interview. There will be an emphasis on honing remote interview skills (since many job interviews will be conducted remotely for the foreseeable future). This event is complimentary […]

Commercial Lease Assistance Legal Clinic

If your business needs help with a commercial lease issue, you may be eligible for free legal services. The Commercial Lease Assistance Program (CLA) program provides free legal representation in connection with commercial leases to underserved, small business owners who otherwise cannot afford counsel. At this event, you will meet with the attorneys for free […]

Business Finances 2: Planning for Profitability

Every entrepreneur is in business to make profits, but only some do. A critical step to success is creating the financial plan that will guide your business to profitability. The goal of this course is to provide you the information and tools to create your own profitability plan. Whether you are planning to start or […]

Racial Disparities in Healthcare – How It Impacts the Small Business Community

Elmhurst Hospital Center 79-01 Broadway, Elmhurst, New York, United States

The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically highlighted long-standing disparities in healthcare that disproportionately affect low-income communities and communities of color. Join the Queens Chamber of Commerce for a discussion about this issue with a panel of experts from NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, who will discuss the mental and physical health challenges faced by these populations, and how […]

Community Job Fair in QCH – Pomonok Community Center

Queens Community House - Pomonok Community Center 67-09 Kissena Boulevard, Queens, New York, United States

Join the Queens Chamber of Commerce, NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS), and Queens Community House for a Community Job Fair. Whether looking to land a new job or switch careers, jobseekers will have the opportunity to meet with employers from the airport industry, hospitality, health providers, and more. Note: There will be in-person […]

Flushing Restaurant Week

From 5/23 to 5/31/2022, enjoy lunch and early dinner options starting at $20 during Flushing Restaurant Week. Mention “Flushing Restaurant Week” at the participating restaurants to receive unique deals. 从2022年5月23日至5月31日,在指定时段前往活动餐厅就餐,只需向店员提出暗号“法拉盛餐馆周优惠”, 即可享受法拉盛餐馆周优惠。即刻行动起来吧! Grab an additional $5 voucher from Flushing BID’s info booth (10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Sunday, located in front of Flushing library. […]

Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps

Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to: Create or claim your Google Business Profile Manage your business info across […]

Commercial Lease Strategies

The goal of this workshop is to help you to prepare for, negotiate and sign a commercial lease. We will cover: the importance of pre-planning and due diligence when selecting a location and landlord legal concepts and terms relevant to commercial leases online and in-person resources available to you during the leasing process tips for […]