 July is Disability Pride Month  Creating a More Accessible Business for Customers and Employees Learn how to strengthen accessibility in your business with clear guidance on physical access, digital usability, and available NYC resources. July 21, 2 PM Doing Business Right: Understanding the NYC Human Rights Law Learn how to comply with the NYC Human Rights Law by understanding protected classes, discriminatory practices, and how to avoid common violations July 28, 12 PM Digital Marketing  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 Developing a Marketing Strategy Learn how to build a research‑based marketing strategy by defining your purpose, understanding your customer, and crafting a compelling value proposition. July 7, 1 PM Building Your Own Business Website Learn how to craft a compelling marketing message and create a real business website using accessible tools designed for entrepreneurs. July 14, 11 AM Search Engine Optimization Learn how search engines rank websites and how to optimize your site using keywords, backlinks, and audit tools to boost your online presence. July 16, 1 PM Accounting and Finance QuickBooks® Online Level 1 (Part 1) Learn the basics of QuickBooks® Online and how to set up your account, chart of accounts, and customer items to manage your business finances July 8, 11 AM How Businesses Obtain Credit Discover how business credit works, how personal and business credit connect, and what documents strengthen a loan application .July 8, 1 PM CitizensNYC Business Grant Application Clinic Learn how to strengthen your CitizensNYC grant application with a full walkthrough, live assistance, and tips for crafting strong responses. July 8, 5:30 PM QuickBooks® Online Level 1 (Part 2) Learn how to enter invoices, payments, deposits, expenses, and loan activity in QuickBooks® Online and begin using online banking and basic reports. July 9, 11 AM Low to No Interest Financing Learn how to navigate NYC loan programs, understand eligibility and documentation, and choose the right capital option for your business. July 21, 10 AM Small Business and Financial Emergencies Discover the types of financial emergencies small businesses face and the strategies you can use to protect your operations before a crisis occurs July 22, 1 PM Seminario: Financiar su negocio en la ciudad de New York Conozca cómo navegar oportunidades de financiamiento con una guía clara sobre requisitos, documentos y mejores prácticas antes de asumir una deuda. July 23, 4 PM Business Planning & Operations  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 First Steps to Starting a Business Learn how to assess your entrepreneurial strengths, define your expectations, and create an action plan to launch a successful NYC business. July 7, 1 PM July 14, 1 PM  Everything You Need To Know To Plan, Launch, and Operate a Successful NYC Restaurant Free, in-depth business management education delivered by experienced industry professionals for aspiring restaurateurs and early-stage food & beverage operators. Level 1 (Virtual) How to Plan and Finance Your Business Level 2 (Virtual) How to Launch and Operate Your Business Level 3 (In Person) Create an Effective Business Plan Upon completing the 3-course series, you’ll receive free support to help you create a tailored business plan for your restaurant concept. Register for an Upcoming Session 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  Legal Session for Small Businesses: How to Build a Strong Legal Foundation Learn what legal documents LLCs and corporations must have after formation and how they protect ownership, structure, and compliance. July 17, 11 AM Additional Resources  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      |
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