Events
Upcoming Training Programs
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
NELP Remote Small Business Legal Clinic
April 10, 2025, from 4:30 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.
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
Importing Food Products into the USA from Latin American countries
April 28th, 2025, from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (ET)
Join us for the international trade webinar: Importing Food Products into the USA from Latin American countries.
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have strict guidelines for food importation. While foreign regulatory systems need not be identical to the U.S. system, they must employ equivalent sanitary and health measures that provide the same level of protection achieved domestically for imported goods. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) ensures compliance with FDA regulations before imported foods are allowed to enter the U.S.
This comprehensive webinar will provide you with essential insights, tips, and strategies to navigate the complexities of importing food products into the USA.
Presenter: Anthony (Tony) Cambas, Statewide Manager of International Trade, Mississippi SBDC
SBA International B2B and Small Business Resource Forum
May 9th, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (ET)
Federal Plaza Conference Center, 26 Federal Plaza, 6th Floor, NY, NY 10278
This in-person event brings together small business owners, entrepreneurs, and resource partners for a dynamic morning of networking, international trade opportunities, and expert guidance. Whether you're looking to expand globally or grow locally, this is a must-attend forum packed with valuable insights and connections.
To attend, you must register by email. Send your name and email address to man-li.lin@sba.gov to register.
Don’t forget to stop by the NYSBDC table and connect with a Pace SBDC Business Advisor — we’d love to meet you!
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.