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SUMMARY:Selling to Government - Responding to Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. \nTo help businesses interested in selling to the government\, the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) APEX Accelerator offers this four-part Selling to Government Series. \n\nUnderstand the steps to respond to a procurement opportunity\nUnderstand the methods used to procure goods and services\nUnderstand the components of a bid/solicitation package\nRecognize solicitation requirements and forms\nRegister to learn how to pursue contracts for your business at the City\, State\, and Federal government levels
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/selling-to-government-responding-to-opportunity/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services
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SUMMARY:Queens Chamber of Commerce: Queens Business Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Queens Chamber of Commerce and NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) present a complimentary workshop as part of Queens County’s largest expo in the borough in celebration of the NYC Small Business Month. \nIf you are a minority small business owner looking to sell services to the government\, certification is essential—this is your opportunity to learn from the experts- 101 M/WBE certification process. \nThe general Queens Expo runs from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM\, with a breakout M/WBE certification session from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. During this session\, you’ll learn about the process and have the opportunity to ask questions. \nYou’re invited to an M/WBE certification “101” session to learn how minority- and women-owned businesses can access contracting opportunities in NYC. Get a clear overview of the certification process and expert guidance on working with City agencies and developers.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/queens-business-expo-2026/
LOCATION:Citi Field\, Seaver Way 41\, Flushing\, NY\, 11368\, United States
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services,NYC Small Business Month,Queens
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SUMMARY:NYC Restaurant Academy Level 2: How to Launch and Operate Your Business
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this course is to prepare prospective restaurant\, bar\, and food service operators for opening a business NYC. \nWe will quickly recap the topics from NYC Restaurant Academy Level 1\, and then discuss key topics involved in preparing to open\, hiring and training a team\, and opening and operating a new business in NYC. \nObtain clear\, comprehensive guidance delivered by experienced industry professionals. \nUpon completing the 3-course series\, you’ll receive free 1:1 assistance to help you create a tailored business plan for your restaurant concept.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/nyc-restaurant-academy-level-2-how-to-launch-and-operate-your-business/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services
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ORGANIZER;CN="NYC Department of Small Business Services":MAILTO:business@sbs.nyc.gov
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SUMMARY:Fund Your NYC Small Business
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide guidance for businesses interested in applying for loans and grants. \nIn addition to providing an overview of available financing options\, we will share tips to consider before taking on debt\, an overview of documents commonly required to apply for loan\, and a summary of other loans and grants that are currently available for NYC businesses.
URL:https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/event/fund-your-nyc-small-business-3/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:NYC Department of Small Business Services
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