Queens Economic Development Corporation

The Verizon Small Business Digital Ready (VSBDR) program's grant application closes on June 28th. So you must register, take 2 courses or live coaching events, and fill out the application by then in order to qualify for the $10,000 grant. Do not let this pass you by! Register: https://lnkd.in/gy-pA2ii

BOC Network's annual WE Master Money Conference is happening for this Thursday, June 20th. This year, the theme is Capital HerWay, and will focus on the different kinds of funding for start-ups and existing businesses. This free conference will feature dynamic panel discussions between funders such as Ponce Bank, Flushing Bank, and BOC Capital Corp along with a keynote speech delivered by Jessica Johnson-Cope, President of Johnson Security Bureau, Inc,. There will be credit crash courses, an opportunity for networking, and a free personalized credit consultation offered at the end of the conference. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Event Details: Date: Thursday, June 20th Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location: AIANY | Edgar Tafel Hall, 536 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY 10012 Registration: https://lnkd.in/ev6_sJ5t

Here's a sneak peek into our upcoming course, "The Legal Side of Entrepreneurship." This course is free and virtual, and will provide important information for all types of business owners. It will be happening throughout June. Sign up: queensny.org/event/lse/.

Our next course in The Entrepreneur Essentials Series is “THE LEGAL SIDE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP,” which will be taught in June by several instructors with a range of areas of expertise. As business owners, it is important to be familiar with various legal issues, including registering your business, getting the right insurance, and filing your taxes. Like the other courses in this series, these classes will be free and virtual. More info sign up: https://lnkd.in/e-CQrjzh

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. EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: QTFRIEND Tickets: https://lnkd.in/garWuu3F We expect to attract more than 500 attendees with at least 50 food-and-beverage purveyors that will offer samples of their products. Attendees will be able to bounce from table to table, tasting treats from tangy to fiery, crunchy to velvety, and sweet to briny. What else would you expect in the world’s most diverse county? New York Hall of Science Queens Chamber of Commerce Thomas J. Grech Seth Bornstein NYC Hospitality Alliance Andrew Rigie John Sanchez BQE Media & Marketing Michelle Stoddart Office of the Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Wendy Phaff Gennaro Ebony Young, MSOL Richard-Rumith F. Mumith Bill Driscoll Dirk McCall de Palomá Robert Mackay Laura Altimari Andrea Ormeno Queens College John Perricone Hersh K. Parekh, Esq. Annette Fanara

Are you a business owner located within Queens Community Board 9? Join this resource fair and networking event on Thursday, May 16 from 12:30-2:30 PM. You will be able to meet with city agencies, learn about MWBE certifications and contracting opportunities, and meet other local business owners. RSVP to [email protected]

Please join us at this free webinar on April 24 about the new Corporate Transparency Act. Since January of this year, all businesses need to comply with a new law, and failure to do so can result in fines up to $500 a day. This new law, the Corporate Transparency Act, requires businesses like yours to submit a report (called a Beneficial Ownership Information Report, or BOI Report) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). For businesses registered before 2024, this must be done by the end of year, or else you will start accruing daily fines. If you registered your business this year, you only have 90 days from your business registration to submit this report. Even if you have never had to submit any form of report for your business, you are still required do so now. There are no exemptions for small businesses, new businesses, or businesses with little to no revenue. Even if you consider your business inactive, you are still required to comply. To assist you in meeting this requirement, QEDC has developed a comprehensive webinar designed to guide you through the registration process step by step. This resource is invaluable for both new and existing businesses, and it is time-sensitive. We encourage all business owners to take advantage of this opportunity to ensure compliance and avoid any potential penalties. https://lnkd.in/ebM8wgnn

Raising Money Through Crowdfunding:  Crowdfunding is an online fundraising tool that is open and available to entrepreneurs of all stages, whether or not they qualify for business loans and other funding avenues. If you are an entrepreneur struggling or confused on how to start raising business capital, or if you do not qualify for loans, this is the series for you. Especially useful if you are in the early stages, this is your chance to learn the ins and outs of the various crowdfunding platforms, how to draft a compelling message, story and profile, and how to successfully meet your fundraising goals sooner. This series is in partnership with the Pace University Small Business Development Center. Class Dates: April 11, 2024 - May 2, 2024 @ 6 pm - 8 pm EST Class Schedule:  4/11 - Class 1: Is Crowdfunding for Me? 4/18 - Class 2: Exploring Crowdfunding Platforms 4/25 - Class 3: Storytelling and Fundraising 5/2 - Class 4: Leveraging Crowdfunding to Grow RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dDmmMnT

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 entrepreneurs who started their business from scratch and are now growing and scaling. Hear from experts in Accounting, Marketing and Funding (BOC Capital) Gain invaluable advice on the planning, operations, marketing, and funding strategies to scale your business. We will also have a bonus Breakout Group Counseling Session with WBC Directors.  Specialized sessions will include: Ecommerce/Branding/Fashion MWBE Certification Licensing/Launching your Business. Business Planning Operations/Sales RSVP: https://lnkd.in/e7nJ5sui

Business Tip from Thomas M. Farrell, Esq., Queens EDC Business Advisor: Every corporation or LLC formed in New York State, except not-for-profits, must file a "Biennial Statement" every two years. It's due in the anniversary month of the date the company was formed. Find more information on the NYS Department of State’s web page about “Biennial Statements,” or DM us for the link! Also, if you would like a free virtual appointment with one of our business advisors, go to queensny.org/appointments.