  Unlock Free Advertising Secrets: Boost Your Business Today Learn more about LinkLocal, a program that provides free and continuing low cost advertisements for NYC community organizations and small businesses. Business owners, community leaders, qualifying non-profits, libraries, schools, parks, museums and more can leverage LinkLocal templatized advertisements on 6 or more LinkNYC screens to connect with customers and communities across the five boroughs. LinkLocal also offers a monthly promotional program tailored to support the growth and outreach of small businesses. Eligible organizations receive templatized advertising on 2 LinkNYC screens during their qualifying month at no additional cost. Register for an Upcoming Webinar Building Your Own Business Website Learn how to build a professional business website using easy‑to‑use website tools. August 11, 1 PM Social Media Marketing Learn how to use modern social media platforms to reach your target customers and promote your business effectively. August 20, 1 PM Accounting and Finance Business Finance 1: Getting Started Learn the basics of business finances, from cash flow to profit and gross margin. August 4, 12 PM Finanzas Empresariales 1: Como Comenzar Aprenda los conceptos y términos financieros esenciales para administrar su negocio con confianza. August 4, 5 PM Seminario: Presupuesto Individual y Empresarial Aprende estrategias prácticas para crear y administrar un presupuesto efectivo para tus finanzas personales y tu negocio. August 6, 7 PM Credit Management Learn practical strategies to build and manage strong credit so you can strengthen your financial future and access business opportunities. August 12, 3 PM Fund Your NYC Small Business Learn about loan and capital options for your business and get tips to strengthen your financing applications. August 19, 12 PM Business Planning & Operations Creating a Business Idea That Works Learn how to analyze your customers, industry, and competitors to determine whether your business idea is a strong market opportunity. August 4, 1 PM Unlock Energy Savings for Your Business Learn how to reduce your business’s energy usage, lower your utility bill, and access money‑saving programs with the Manhattan Clean Energy Hub. August 5, 12 PM Unlock the Power of AI for Small Business Free session designed specifically for small business owners who are curious about AI but don’t know where to start. August 6, 12 PM AI in 2026: Taking Your AI Use to the Next Level Learn how to move beyond basic AI use and build practical, safe, and repeatable AI workflows for your business. August 13, 12 PM Seminario: Primer Paso Para Empezar un Negocio Aprende los pasos esenciales para iniciar un negocio en Nueva York y desarrolla un plan de acción basado en tus habilidades, motivaciones y metas empresariales. August 18, 11 AM Common Small Business Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Learn the most common mistakes small business owners make and how to avoid them. August 31, 1 PM  Prepare Your Business for Emergencies From gas leaks and fires, to major storms and cyber threats, NYC business owners face a variety of unexpected emergencies. SBS offers free emergency preparedness workshops and webinars for businesses across New York City. Multiple Dates  FastTrac® FastTrac® is a series of free multiple-session entrepreneurship bootcamps offered for aspiring and established entrepreneurs throughout New York City. Learn More & Apply for FastTrac  Everything You Need To Know To Plan, Launch, and Operate a Successful NYC RestaurantWhether you’re thinking about opening a restaurant or bakery, or have been operating a foodservice business for years, NYC Restaurant Academy has something for you and your managers. All webinar sessions are free. Prep School: · Overview 1. Plan & Finance Your Food Business · Overview 2. Launch & Operate Your Food Business Topic-Specific Sessions: · Creating an Effective Restaurant Business Plan · Food Service Financial Management · Company Culture & Leadership · Compliance: · Food Service Rules & Regulations · Employment Rules & HR Practices Register for an Upcoming Session Business Success Through Customized Training Learn how NYC businesses can access the Customized Training Program grant to offset staff training costs, improve workforce skills, and boost business performance. Multiple Dates  Legal Commercial Lease Assistance Learn more about our free legal services to help eligible businesses with: · Signing a new commercial lease · Amending, renewing, or terminating an existing commercial lease · Addressing a commercial lease Multiple Dates  NYC Future Fund Your small business revenue isn’t the same every month — why should your loan payments be? NYC Future Fund offers loans that adjust to your revenue for flexible repayment! Learn More & Apply  Help Your Employees Save for Retirement Eligible employers with 10 or more employees, that have been in business for at least two years, and don’t already offer a qualified retirement plan must facilitate New York Secure Choice for their employees, the state’s new retirement savings program. It’s free and easy for employers to get started. Register Your Business Today SBA Offers Relief to New York Businesses, Private Nonprofits, and Residents Affected by Severe Storms and Flooding The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for New York businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by severe storms and flooding occurring May 20. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Governor Kathy Hochul on May 20. The declaration covers the New York counties of Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Queens, and Richmond which are eligible for physical damage loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from SBA. Businesses and private nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets. Learn More & ApplyThe filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is August 31, 2026. The deadline to return economic injury applications is March 30, 2027.      NYC Department of Small Business Services | 1 Liberty Plaza 11th Floor | New York, NY 10006 USUnsubscribe | Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice  | |