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Business News  Avoid Federal Fines – Check Your Business and File for Free By December 31, 2024, businesses will need to report information about the individuals who own or control them. Any newly formed businesses must do the same within 90 days of being registered with the state. Businesses will be fined for not registering the appropriate information. Completing the form is free. You do not need to pay to process this one-time filing for your business. Be advised that businesses may be subject to civil penalties of $500+ for each day that they have not completed the filing requirement.

Five-Minute Demo: How to File a Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Report 

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Are you a small business owner? We want to hear from you! We are examining whether Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs) are getting an equitable share of city contracts in key industries and want to understand your experience working with or attempting to work with the city. Your input will help us explore potential changes to the city’s M/WBE program. Learn More Take the Survey for a Chance to Win a $200 Gift Card  

NYC Business Express Service Team (NYC BEST)  NYC BEST Boot Camp NYC BEST is partnering with various city agencies, small business organizations, and community partners to help small business owners understand city rules and regulations through a series of webinars covering the following topics:
 ·     Understanding city agencies’ permit/license structures and processes
·     Navigating government resources (NYC Business Solutions Centers, Commercial Lease Assistance, SBS Hotline)
·     Learning how NYC BEST can help with permits and licenses

 Join Our Boot Camp  Business Planning & Operations Building an Operational Plan Translate your business concept into an efficient operation that continuously improves and raises your bottom line. November 13, 1:30 PM November 19, 1 PM   

Building Your Own Business Website Learn how to create a professional website for your business with the latest tools. November 14, 11 AM  

Things to Consider Before Your First Hire Learn how to ensure your business is compliant with state and federal regulations, avoid common pitfalls, and create a smooth onboarding process.  November 15, 11 AM  

Desarrollar sus Operaciones de Negocios El objetivo de este curso es ayudarlo a traducir su concepto de negocio en una operación eficiente que mejore y aumente sus resultados en forma continua. November 19, 11 AM  

Digital Marketing Search Engine Optimization Improve your website’s ranking in Google search results. November 20, 4 PM  

Accounting and Finance Business Finance 1: Getting Started Learn key terms and concepts in business financial management. November 26, 2 PM  

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   A Message from the Mayor

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NYC: A Week in Review November 3 – 9The NYC Week in Review videos are available weekly on the Mayor’s Facebook TwitterInstagram, and YouTube! Sign up to “Hear From Eric” and get direct messages from City Hall, tailored to your interests and neighborhood, sent directly to you – at nyc.gov/hearfromeric!  FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedinYoutube         
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