Events
Upcoming Training Programs
Building a Small Business Website
March 26, 2025, from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The NYS Center for Entrepreneurial Empowerment invites you to a simple and hands-on workshop to help you start building a website for your small business. This workshop is open to all skill levels; whether you're just starting out or looking to create a stronger online presence.
What We’ll Do:
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Set goals for your website
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Sketch your website layout on paper
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Learn the basics of how websites work
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Choose a platform like Wix or WordPress
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Watch live demos and start building your site
Presenter: Joe Peterson, SBDC Advisor at Pace University
NELP Remote Small Business Legal Clinic
March 27, 2025, from 3:30 PM
The Pace University SBDC, in partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library's Business & Career Center, will co-host a free legal clinic with the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project (NELP). This clinic provides small business owners and entrepreneurs the opportunity to meet with a volunteer attorney for a 45-minute consultation. Attendees will gain valuable insights, including:
• Addressing specific legal needs for small businesses
• Understanding key legal considerations to protect their business
• Identifying tailored solutions with guidance from experienced attorneys
For questions, contact (212) 382-6633 or email NELP@nycbar.org.
Global NY - Export Assistance for NYS Businesses
April 9, 2025 02:00 PM EST
Join Empire State Development (ESD) and Pace University for an exclusive webinar on Global NY - Export Assistance for NYS Businesses, featuring Brian Teubner, International Trade Manager at Global NY. Learn how ESD’s Global NY programs can help your business navigate international trade, secure funding, and connect with global partners.
Funding and Opportunities to support your exporting efforts:
• STEP Grants
• Global NY Grant Fund
• Export Marketing Assistance Service (EMAS)
• Trade Missions & Foreign Office Support
• Certificate of Free Sale
Small Business Networking Strategies
April 24, 2025, from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
One of the best times to gain appointments with new prospects for your business is by going to Networking Events sponsored by local business groups. In this workshop you will learn the steps you need to learn and the steps to take to network to get that next appointment with a new prospect. We cover business introductions, steps on proper networking and etiquette and how to close the deal to get a meeting.
Upcoming Webinars from Partner Organizations
New York SBDC Business Training
For information and registration links to other free webinars offered by the NY Small Business Development Center network click here.
AI Exchange
The AI Exchange will be an alternating monthly program offering live webinars and roundtables on Artificial Intelligence and small business. All sessions are presented virtually.
All sessions are held from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Webinar Topics:
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March 26th - AI Tools for Small Business Success
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May 28th - Implementing AI: Overcoming Common Challenges
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July 30th - AI Use Cases: Transforming Local Businesses
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September 24th - AI Strategy Development: How to Get Ready to Use AI
Leveraging Digital Strategies for Business Growth in U.S. and International Markets
March 26, 2025, from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM (ET)
Want to reach more customers and grow sales using digital tools? Whether you're selling in the U.S. or exploring international markets, a strong online presence can be a game-changer. Join the New York SBDC and IBT Online for a free webinar to discover practical digital marketing and e-commerce strategies to expand your business.
What You’ll Learn:
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Digital marketing strategies to engage U.S. and global customers more effectively.
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Optimizing websites and e-commerce platforms to drive visibility and conversions.
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E-commerce as a market entry strategy, including how businesses can use low-value cost shipments to develop international sales. Leverage De Minimis rules to avoid tariffs.
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Maximizing trade show success with digital assets that extend engagement beyond the event.
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Building long-term sales pipelines through lead nurturing and distributor partnerships.
Pace University: Startup & Small Business Networking Mixer
March 27, 2025, from 3:00pm - 6:00pm
During this free event, your business can:
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Network with other small business & startup owners to share best practices & gain insights
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Learn about resources available from our Small Business Development Center
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Network with tech & analytics students who are open to work (internships, jobs, project-based work), many of whom have prior experience including:
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Building sustainable mobile & web applications requiring minimal upkeep
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Analyzing data & developing dynamic dashboards to support business intelligence (past accomplishments include segmenting customer bases to enhance marketing outreach, and analyzing product & sales data to support e-commerce activities, among others)
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Creating & training sustainable AI chatbots infused with natural language processing to assist web/mobile app/site users.
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Business Builder Informational Session
March 27, 2025, from 1:00 PM (EST)
Join the Northeast USDA Regional Food Business Center for an informational session to discuss the Business Builder sub-award program. With applications open from February 24 to April 7, this funding opportunity offers small- and mid-size farming and food businesses support in access to capital, supply chain coordination and other barriers to expansion.
Export Bootcamp Webinar Series | September 2024
September 2024 - April 2025
Export Bootcamp is designed to help New York State companies sharpen or start their export focus and gain skills to successfully develop their export programs. This webinar series is also designed for experienced and new-to-export firms that would like expert advice on the topics listed below. Attendees will receive a Certificate following completion of this webinar series.
Who Should Attend: This webinar series is ideal for marketing and sales management and support staff, export operations personnel, purchasing, logistics, and anyone with a responsibility for export functions.
About the Presenters: The Export Bootcamp instructors are international trade practitioners that are primarily members of the New York District Export Council, a volunteer group of private-sector individuals appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to provide mentoring on exporting U.S. goods and services. They will present the course materials drawing from their extensive experience in international trade.
Cost: $95
Questions and Registration Information: Please contact U.S. Commercial Service New York Director Carmela Mammas at Carmela.Mammas@trade.gov.
Trademark Basics Boot Camp
Each Tuesday (Usually At 2pm ET) from January 9, 2024
This free USPTO event series provides a comprehensive overview of the process for federal trademark registration and maintaining a federal trademark. If you’re a small business owner or entrepreneur seeking to protect your brand and product identities, Trademark Basics Boot Camp is for you.
You can attend the entire series or just the modules that best match your interests, but you must sign up for each module to attend. If you attend all eight modules, you can request a certificate of attendance. To learn more and sign up, select an individual module from the listing below.
FastTrac
Numerous Days & Times
FastTrac® is a series of free multiple-session entrepreneurship bootcamps offered by the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) for aspiring and established entrepreneurs throughout New York City.
SBS offers both general and specialized NewVenture™ / GrowthVenture courses.
NYC Department of Small Business Services Webinars and Training
Numerous Days & Times
The NYC Department of Small Business Services’ NYC Business Solutions Centers offer small business training sessions in topics such as QuickBooks and Certifications. You can register for their free events and courses on Eventbrite.