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SUMMARY:Finanzas Empresariales 1: Como Comenzar
DESCRIPTION:La administración financiera puede ser la parte más intimidante de dirigir un negocio. El objetivo de este curso es revelar que no tiene que ser intimidante. \nDestinado a emprendedores que no están familiarizados con la gestión financiera empresarial\, Finanzas Empresariales 1 presenta sus términos y conceptos clave en el lenguaje diario. \nDurante este curso\, usted: \n\nDesarrollará un entendimiento de los términos financieros básicos de la empresa\, tales como ganancias\, flujo de efectivo y margen bruto\nTrabajará con estados financieros básicos\, incluidos los estados de ingresos\, balances generales\, estados de flujos de efectivo\nDefinirá los gastos comerciales comunes en las etapas de inicio y operación.\nCalculará márgenes brutos\, puntos de equilibrio y objetivos de ganancias utilizando un negocio de estudio de caso\n\nEste curso es el cuarto módulo de la serie de cinco cursos Introducción a la iniciativa empresarial del Departamento de Servicios para Pequeñas Empresas de Nueva York (SBS). Si es un pre-inicio\, le recomendamos que complete los primeros tres módulos de esta serie: “Primer paso para iniciar un negocio”\, “Creación de una idea de negocio que funcione” y “Desarrollo de sus operaciones comerciales” – antes de tomar esto. curso.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/finanzas-empresariales-1-como-comenzar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Bronx,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:How can Content Creation Grow Your Business?
DESCRIPTION:*This workshop is in partnership with the The Content House* \nHaving a strong social media presence has become an essential tool of every modern business. With the the constant evolvement of new social media platforms\, it can be difficult for entrepreneurs to manage and create the right content on the right platform for their target customers. This course will educate you on the importance of Content Creation and how you can utilize this tool to help grow revenue your business!! \nBy the end of this course you will be able to: \nUnderstand the importance of social media for start up and existing businesses \nLearn how to create content to increase visibility and attract more clients \nApply best practices to help your business generate additional revenue and growth opportunities \nA computer is STRONGLY recommended for this course.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/how-can-content-creation-grow-your-business/
LOCATION:Webinar
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T110000
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UID:1522-1683630000-1683639000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Business Finance 1
DESCRIPTION:For many entrepreneurs\, the financial aspect of business ownership can be the most intimidating part. But it doesn’t have to be: business finances are not so different from your personal finances. \nUnder that premise\, this course teaches the fundamentals of business financial management in a way any interested person can understand. By the end of the course\, you will understand the basic financial terms\, statements\, and calculations that business owners use. \nBy the end of this course\, you will have: \n\nUnderstood the basic business financial terms (e.g. profit\, cost-of-goods-sold\, gross margin\, cash flow)\nWorked with basic financial statements (i.e. income statements\, balance sheets\, cash flow statements)\nDefine the difference your business’s start-up and operating expenses\nCalculated gross margins\, break-even points\, and profit goals for a sample business
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/webinar-business-finance-1/
LOCATION:Webinar
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T110000
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UID:1649-1683626400-1683630000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Cómo Seleccionar la Estructura Legal de Su Negocio
DESCRIPTION:Este taller incluye una discusión en profundidad sobre los pros y los contras de las opciones disponibles en el estado de Nueva York\, como propiedad única\, sociedad\, corporación “c” o “s” y la compañía de responsabilidad limitada (LLC)\, para que pueda determine cuál es mejor para usted. \nDuración de la clase: 1 hora \nTenga en cuenta: este es un seminario web en línea. Recibirá los detalles necesarios para unirse dentro de las 24 horas posteriores a la hora de inicio programada. Para recibir estos detalles\, DEBE registrarse de antemano.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/como-seleccionar-la-estructura-legal-de-su-negocio/
LOCATION:Webinar
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T100000
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UID:1524-1683626400-1683630000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Cómo Seleccionar la Estructura Legal de su Negocio
DESCRIPTION:Este taller incluye una discusión en profundidad sobre los pros y los contras de las opciones disponibles en el estado de Nueva York\, como propiedad única\, sociedad\, corporación “c” o “s” y la compañía de responsabilidad limitada (LLC)\, para que pueda determine cuál es mejor para usted. \nDuración de la clase: 1 hora \nTenga en cuenta: este es un seminario web en línea. Recibirá los detalles necesarios para unirse dentro de las 24 horas posteriores a la hora de inicio programada. Para recibir estos detalles\, DEBE registrarse de antemano.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/como-seleccionar-la-estructura-legal-de-su-negocio-queens-5-9-23/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month,Queens
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230509T235959
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UID:1444-1683590400-1683676799@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Citywide BID Day
DESCRIPTION:NYC’s Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) deliver more than $160 million in additional services throughout the five boroughs and build vibrant neighborhoods where New Yorker’s shop\, work and live. \nVisit your local Business Improvement District to see what activities they are planning during the month of May to celebrate their local merchants and unique neighborhoods!
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/citywide-bid-day/
CATEGORIES: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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230508T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230428T210310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T161235Z
UID:1521-1683540000-1683543600@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Meet the Lender: Greater Jamaica Development Corp
DESCRIPTION:Join us to connect with one of our lending partners.In this webinar\, we will discuss general considerations and guidelines for financing your businesses. You will also have the opportunity to connect with one of our lending partners and ask specific questions about your business finance needs\, and the financial products offered by our partner. \nWebinar Duration: 1 Hour \nPlease note: This is an online webinar. You will receive the details needed to join within 24 hours of the scheduled start time. To receive these details\, you MUST register beforehand.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/meet-the-lender-greater-jamaica-development-corp-queens-5-8-23/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month,Queens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Financing-Assistance-program.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230505T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230428T210003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T160836Z
UID:1519-1683298800-1683302400@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Financing for Your Small Business
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by a NYC Business Solutions Finance Account Manager\, we will walk you through: \n\nAvailable small business financing products\nViable small business lenders\nPreparing for your financing application\nFAQs for post-pandemic financing
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/financing-for-your-small-business-lower-manhattan-5-5-23/
LOCATION:Webinar
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230505T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230505T140000
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CREATED:20230428T205705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T160729Z
UID:1520-1683288000-1683295200@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Creating Content Your Customers Value
DESCRIPTION:Many businesses think that marketing only means advertising. But building loyalty with your customers also requires creating marketing content that is helpful\, relevant\, and engaging. \nThis course helps entrepreneurs at any stage define what content will build that loyalty with their customers. By the end of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the role of non-promotional content in a marketing strategy\nApply a framework for developing and assessing your own marketing content\nDefine the language your customers use to describe their needs and desires\nIdentify ideas for marketing content that will work for your business\n\nThis course is the second module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) six-module Digital Marketing series. We encourage you to complete the first module\, “Developing a Marketing Strategy\,” before you take this course.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/creating-content-your-customers-value-webinar-bronx-5-5-2023/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Bronx,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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230504T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230428T200834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T160646Z
UID:1518-1683223200-1683230400@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Choosing a Business Legal Structure
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this course is to help you understand the importance of your business structure\, and to help you protect your assets. \nDuring the course\, you will: \n\nUnderstand why choice of business entity matters\, and how to pick the right one for your business\nKnow how to avoid making the most common mistakes business owners make with waivers\, disclaimers and contracts\nUnderstand how to insure against risks: the types of policies that will best serve your business in today’s social and political climate\nUnderstand the fundamental importance of managing cash flow effectively\, and the need to balance stakeholder interests in your business\, including existing and potential debt and equity obligations\n\nThis course is the Legal Structure module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) course Introduction to Entrepreneurship series.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/choosing-a-business-legal-structure-staten-island-05-04-2023/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month,Staten Island
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Business-courses-eventbrite-5.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230428T194521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T160554Z
UID:1517-1683133200-1683140400@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:First Steps to Starting a Business
DESCRIPTION:This is the first part of a three-part series. \nPart two\, Creating a Business Idea that Works\, is on May 10\, 5:00-7:00PM. Register here. \nPart three\, Building an Operational Plan\, is on May 17\, 5:00-7:00.PM. Register here. \nOpening a business in New York City can seem daunting at the start. Many entrepreneurial New Yorkers ask: where do I begin? The goal of this course is to help you understand what starting an NYC business requires\, and to define your own expectations for life as a business owner. \nClass Duration: 2 Hours \nPlease note: This is an online webinar. You will receive the details needed to join within 24 hours of the scheduled start time. To receive these details you MUST register beforehand.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/first-steps-to-starting-a-business-queens-5-3-2023/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month,Queens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Business-courses-eventbrite-6.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T173000
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CREATED:20230428T194749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T160037Z
UID:1516-1683127800-1683135000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Finanzas Empresariales 1
DESCRIPTION:La administración financiera puede ser la parte más intimidante de dirigir un negocio. El objetivo de este curso es revelar que no tiene que ser intimidante.Destinado a emprendedores que no están familiarizados con la gestión financiera empresarial\, Finanzas Empresariales1 presenta sus términos y conceptos clave en el lenguaje diario. \nDurante este curso\, usted: \nDesarrollaráun entendimiento de los términos financieros básicos de la empresa\, tales como ganancias\, flujo de efectivo y margen brutoTrabajarácon estados financieros básicos\, incluidos los estados de ingresos\, balances generales\, estados de flujos de efectivoDefinirálos gastos comerciales comunes en las etapas de inicio y operación.Calcularámárgenes brutos\, puntos de equilibrio y objetivos de ganancias utilizando un negocio de estudio de casoEste curso es el cuarto módulo de la serie de cinco cursos Introducción a la iniciativa empresarial del Departamento de Servicios para Pequeñas Empresas de Nueva York (SBS). Si es un pre-inicio\, le recomendamos que complete los primeros tres módulos de esta serie: “Primer paso para iniciar un negocio”\, “Creación de una idea de negocio que funcione” y “Desarrollo de sus operaciones comerciales” -antes de tomar esto. curso.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/finanzas-empresariales-1-lower-manhattan-5-3-2023/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Business-courses-eventbrite-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230428T200233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T160156Z
UID:1515-1683111600-1683118800@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Desarrollar Sus Operaciones de Negocios
DESCRIPTION:DESARROLLAR SUS OPERACIONES DE NEGOCIOS \nMuchas empresas fracasan no debido a una mala idea de negocios\, sino porque no había un sistema que estandarice\, midiera y mejorara sus operaciones. \nEl objetivo de este curso es ayudarlo a traducir su concepto de negocio en una operación eficiente que mejore y aumente sus resultados en forma continua. \nDurante este curso\, Usted \n\nAprenderás sobre el valor y los componentes de un plan operativo de negocios\nVa a trazar los procesos\, recursos y socios de su empresa utilizando un lienzo de modelo de negocio\nIdentificará sus procesos críticos y procesos alternativos para ellos\nDefinará los indicadores clave de rendimiento (KPI) y los objetivos de KPI para su negocio\n\nEste curso es el tercer módulo de la serie de cinco cursos Introducción a la iniciativa empresarial del Departamento de Servicios para Pequeñas Empresas de Nueva York (SBS). Si es un pre-inicio\, le recomendamos que complete el primer y el segundo módulo de esta serie\, “Primer paso para iniciar un negocio” y “Creación de una idea de negocio que funcione”\, antes de tomar este curso.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/desarrollar-sus-operaciones-de-negocios-webinar-bronx-5-3-2023/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Bronx,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Business-courses-eventbrite-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230503T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230428T193638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T195120Z
UID:1560-1683108000-1683113400@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:WE Master Money Workshop: Planning for a Profitable Business
DESCRIPTION:WE Master Money: Funding is a series of workshops that are designed to help women entrepreneurs gain knowledge about alternative sources of funding for their businesses. Learn about financing options for your business and how to talk to investors. \nPlanning for a Profitable Business \nWorkshop topics include: \n\nWhat is financial management\nWhat is a profitable business\nCashflow management\nPlanning for capital 
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/we-master-money-workshop-planning-for-a-profitable-business/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Women Entrepreneurs NYC (WE NYC)":MAILTO:wenyc@sbs.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T190500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T220500
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230425T172048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T165601Z
UID:1451-1683054300-1683065100@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Small Business Month Kickoff Celebration at Yankee Stadium
DESCRIPTION:The New York Yankees are helping kick off Small Business Month during their game on May 2 against the Cleveland Guardians. \nGet your tickets and join us to cheer on the Yankees and NYC’s local small businesses\, and learn how the NYC Department of Small Business Services can help small businesses\, job seekers\, and neighborhoods across the five boroughs.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/small-business-month-kickoff-celebration-at-yankee-stadium/
LOCATION:Yankee Stadium\, One East 161st Street\, Gate 6\, Bronx\, NY\, 10451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bronx,National Small Business Week,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/SBM-2023-eventbrite.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230426T214417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T214418Z
UID:1488-1683043200-1683050400@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Creating a Business Idea That Works
DESCRIPTION:Many people have a business idea and passion for it. But few understand or have the research to prove the idea will work. \nThe goal of this course is to provide you with the tools to analyze your customers\, industry\, and competitors. You will leave the course with an action plan that can determine if your idea is the right market opportunity. \nDuring this course\, you will: \n\nDetermine the market problem your business will solve\nDevelop a framework and research plan to better understand your target customer\, industry\, and competitors\nDevelop a unique value proposition (UVP) statement\nDraft your business concept statement\n\nThis course is the second module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) five-course Introduction to Entrepreneurship series. \nIf you are a pre-startup\, we recommend you complete the first course in this series\, “First Step to Starting a Business\,” before taking this course.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/creating-a-business-idea-that-works-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Bronx,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Business-courses-eventbrite-10.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230428T135637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T135639Z
UID:1514-1683032400-1683039600@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:First Steps to Starting a Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Opening a business in New York City can be intimidating at the start. Many entrepreneurs ask: where do I begin? \nThe goal of this course is to help you understand what it means to be a successful entrepreneur in New York City. \nDuring the course\, you will: \n\nLearn about the core competencies of successful entrepreneurs\nAssess yourself for these competencies\, and create a self-improvement plan\nLearn about the motivations and resources required to launch a successful business\nDefine your expectations for your small business\, and create an action plan to validate them\n\nThis course is the first module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) five-course Introduction to Entrepreneurship series. \nIt is followed by the second module\, “Creating a Business Idea that Works.”
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/first-steps-to-starting-a-business-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Manhattan,NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Business-courses-eventbrite-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230501T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230501T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20230426T213756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T135030Z
UID:1487-1682956800-1682964000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:First Steps to Starting a Business Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Opening a business in New York City can be intimidating at the start. Many entrepreneurs ask: where do I begin? \nThe goal of this course is to help you understand what it means to be a successful entrepreneur in New York City. \nDuring the course\, you will: \n\nLearn about the core competencies of successful entrepreneurs\nAssess yourself for these competencies\, and create a self-improvement plan\nLearn about the motivations and resources required to launch a successful business\nDefine your expectations for your small business\, and create an action plan to validate them\n\nThis course is the first module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) five-course Introduction to Entrepreneurship series. \nIt is followed by the second module\, “Creating a Business Idea that Works.”
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/first-step-to-starting-a-business-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Bronx,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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220608T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220525T215050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T215218Z
UID:1188-1654675200-1656176400@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Downtown Stories
DESCRIPTION:A little-known landmark\, the smallest street in Manhattan\, an historic graveyard…these are just some of the places you will discover through Downtown Stories. \nDowntown Stories is a series of three theatrical adventures that bring to life the secrets and stories of Lower Manhattan\, both real and imagined. \nIt’s art meets anthropological expedition as audiences traverse lower Manhattan to discover new or little-known facts about downtown that provide a fresh perspective on the places we pass by every day. \nThis month-long series will consist of a theater piece\, Sidewalk Echoes\, and two fictional walking tours: \n\nUncovering Downtown: a Magical Expedition of Unrecorded Dreams\nWe the people (Not the Bots)\n\nPresented by The Downtown Alliance in association with En Garde Arts.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/downtown-stories/
LOCATION:Lower Manhattan\, 44 John Street + 89 Broadway\, New York\, 10038/10006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance for Downtown New York":MAILTO:contact@downtownny.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220607T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220525T213937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T213937Z
UID:1184-1654599600-1654614000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Dine Around Downtown Community Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:Dine Around Downtown is back on Tuesday\, June 7th! Join us on the plaza for food\, fun and more at Lower Manhattan’s premier tasting event.  \nDine Around Downtown has been bringing the neighborhood’s restaurateurs together for this annual lunchtime celebration since 1997. Sample signature menu dishes at a feast of Lower Manhattan restaurants for $5 to $9 all at one community food festival. Open to the public and admission is free.  For food purchases\, cash is generally accepted and ATMs are located nearby the plaza. \nClick our link for a list of participating restaurants and menus. \nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/dine-around-downtown-community-food-festival/
LOCATION:28 Liberty Plaza\, 28 Liberty Street\, New York\, 10005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/DAD-2022_Tribeca-Citizen_Newsletter_420x420.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220605T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220605T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220427T191733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T191735Z
UID:954-1654423200-1654452000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Bay Ridge 5th Avenue #Funon5th Festival
DESCRIPTION:Street festival featuring vendors\, artists\, and entertainment.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/bay-ridge-5th-avenue-funon5th-festival/
LOCATION:5th Avenue in Bay Ridge\, 5th Avenue between Bay Ridge Avenue to 85th Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brooklyn
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay Ridge 5th Avenue Business Improvement District":MAILTO:info@bayridgebid.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220602T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220505T154449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T154450Z
UID:1148-1654164000-1654362000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:International Franchise Expo New York - Free Tickets
DESCRIPTION:The International Franchise Expo 2022 is the world’s leading event where potential franchisees can network and connect with large\, medium-size\, and emerging franchise brands. \nThe International Franchise Expo brings together attendees\, exhibitors\, expert speakers and sponsors for information sharing\, education\, business development\, and a bit of fun! \n\nThursday\, June 2\, 2022 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nFriday\, June 3\, 2022 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nSaturday\, June 4\, 2022 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\n\nInvite your friends and get free tickets here! \n(*Safety Precautions in Effect*)
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/international-franchise-expo-new-york-free-tickets/
LOCATION:Jacob K. Javits Convention Center\, 429 11th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10014\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/IFE2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="International Franchise Expo (MFV Comexposium)":MAILTO:Linda.Thompson@comexposium.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220526T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220429T155023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T155024Z
UID:1097-1653588000-1653595200@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Email Marketing
DESCRIPTION:This course will teach you the key types and components of effective marketing emails. \nBy the end of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nDetermine what content and when your business should email customers\nIdentify the components of simple\, clear\, value-driven email\nBuild and grow your email list with best practices\nExecute your own email marketing plan\n\nThis course is the fifth module in the NYC Department of Small Business Services’ (SBS) six-module Digital Marketing series. We encourage you to complete the four prior modules – “Developing a Marketing Strategy\,” “Creating Content Your Customers Value\,” “Building Your Own Business Website\,” and “Search Engine Optimization (SEO)” – before you take this course.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/email-marketing-may26/
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services,Staten Island
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220526T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220526T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220428T211336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T211337Z
UID:1045-1653570000-1653577200@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Signing a Commercial Lease: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to negotiate a fair commercial lease! \nBusiness 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. \nThis course offers useful steps you can take to prepare for negotiating a commercial lease that serves your interests and minimizes risks. The course instructors are attorneys who have counseled both landlords and tenants on lease agreements and can share practical strategies for success. \nYou will learn about: \n\nHow to negotiate your lease term and build exit strategies into the lease\nHow to avoid signing “form” leases that favor the landlord\nWhat strategies you can use to limit personal liability\nWhat to look for in the permitted use provision
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/signing-a-commercial-lease-what-you-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:Bronx,National Small Business Week,NYC Department of Small Business Services
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Commercial_lease_Ad-Facebook-v2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220526T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220428T212029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T212047Z
UID:1040-1653559200-1653562800@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Commercial Lease Strategies
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this workshop is to help you to prepare for\, negotiate and sign a commercial lease. \nWe will cover: \n\nthe importance of pre-planning and due diligence when selecting a location and landlord\nlegal concepts and terms relevant to commercial leases\nonline and in-person resources available to you during the leasing process\ntips for negotiating and signing a commercial lease
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/commercial-lease-strategies/
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services,Queens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Commercial_lease_Ad-Facebook-v2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220526T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220429T172704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T165306Z
UID:1117-1653555600-1653562800@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:2022 State of Women in Business
DESCRIPTION:This event is meant to begin the dialogue to create the 2022 Women Entrepreneurs Agenda. \nWomen entrepreneurs will be able to learn what government agencies are doing to assist and empower women so they can stay in business and continue to advance economically during this pandemic.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/2022-state-of-women-in-business/
LOCATION:Alianza Dominicana Cultural Center\, 530 W. 166th Street\, New York\, New York\, 10032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manhattan
ORGANIZER;CN="New York Women%E2%80%99s Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@nywcc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220525T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220429T154547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T173224Z
UID:1071-1653501600-1653508800@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Crear una idea de negocio que funcione
DESCRIPTION:El objetivo de este curso es brindarle las herramientas para analizar a sus clientes\, industria y competidores. Saldrá del curso con un plan de acción que puede determinar si su idea es la oportunidad de mercado adecuada. \nDurante este curso\, usted: \n\nDetermine el problema del mercado que resolverá su empresa\nDesarrollar un marco y un plan de investigación para comprender mejor a su cliente objetivo\, la industria y la competencia.\nDesarrollar una declaración de propuesta de valor única (UVP)\nRedacte su declaración de concepto empresarial
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/crear-una-idea-de-negocio-que-funcione/
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220525T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220525T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220422T213619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T135119Z
UID:871-1653501600-1653507000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Networking efectivo - Encuentre su voz auténtica
DESCRIPTION:En esta sesión\, dirigido por Estefania Palomino de Aleph Leadership\, exploraremos las habilidades claves de networking que le permitirán desarrollar vínculos y alianzas significativas en un entorno de trabajo diverso. \nTambién derribaremos mitos comunes sobre el networking. \nAnalizaremos escenarios prácticos y técnicas para empoderar a los líderes empresariales subrepresentados. \nExploraremos el significado de la creación de redes con autenticidad y ayudaremos a los fundadores a vender sus productos o servicios mientras se mantienen fieles a sus valores.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/networking-efectivo-encuentre-su-voz-autentica/
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services
ORGANIZER;CN="Women Entrepreneurs NYC (WE NYC)":MAILTO:wenyc@sbs.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220525T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220427T204053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T204108Z
UID:945-1653483600-1653490800@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:Seminario Web Desarrollar Una Estrategia de Mercadeo
DESCRIPTION:Muchos propietarios de negocios gastan una cantidad significativa de dinero en marketing\, pero pocos tienen una estrategia de marketing basada en la investigación que garantice que cada uno de esos dólares se gaste bien. \nEl objetivo de este curso es ayudar a los empresarios en cualquier etapa a desarrollar una estrategia de marketing fundamental que informará cada táctica de marketing que utilicen. \nDurante este curso\, usted: \n\nDefinirá el “por qué” detrás de por qué está en el negocio\nHará un mapa de su cliente utilizando una persona del cliente\nDesarrollará una propuesta de valor única (UVP)\nEscribirá y entregará un tono de ascensor\nComprenderá el valor y el papel del marketing digital en una estrategia empresarial
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/seminario-web-desarrollar-una-estrategia-de-mercadeo/
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220525T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220525T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T232628
CREATED:20220422T213622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T174304Z
UID:878-1653483600-1653489000@shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us
SUMMARY:LBE Certification Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The NYC Department of Small Business Services will be hosting a Locally Based Enterprise (LBE) Certification Program webinar for construction or construction related businesses and steps how you can apply.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/lbe-certification-webinar/
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services
ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services - Certification":MAILTO:mwbe@sbs.nyc.gov
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