Queens Economic Development Corporation January 2008

Special Events  and Training Announcement
  

  Last Updated December 27, 2007

 

 

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The Entrepreneurial Assistance Program

(EAP)

OPEN HOUSE

February 5, 2008

 Invest 5-weeks into The EAP Business Boot Camp and gain a lifetime of business success!

 

The course is February 19th - March 20th

all classes meet twice a week from 6pm -9pm

 

Upon the completion of the course you will have a business plan and will automatically qualify for a program where you can receive a loan for $1,500 to get your business started.

 

Course Fee $425

 

Includes one-on-one counseling and guest presentations from industry professionals:  entrepreneurs, consultants, accountants and lawyers

 

For more information or to register for the open house email business@queensny.org

Deadline is February 2, 2008

StartUP! Business Plan Competition

 

 Training Session 2

"Sales & Marketing" will be held on the following dates:

 

Monday, January 14th 6pm - 8pm

Wednesday, January 23rd 10:30am - 12:30pm

Saturday, January 26th 10:30am - 12:30pm

 

Call the office to register for the session you will be attending. 

 

This Training will assist entrepreneurs with developing their business model and sales and marketing plan, we will also discuss how to conduct market research at the Queens Public  Library

 

All sessions will be held at the Queens Library at

89-11 Merrick Boulevard in Jamaica, NY 11432

 

 QEDC Entrepreneurial Training Certificate Program

 

Through a series of workshops learn the practical information, tools, tips and strategies that will give you the confidence and competitive edge to start, grow and/or improve your business and develop a business plan that will put you on the track to success. 

 

You will learn about, identify, plan for and tackle critical issues facing you and your business such as cash flow, budgeting, marketing and sales strategies, technology, management, and personal financial planning .  It's all about the results!  The program  is aimed to prospective and current owners of small to medium sized businesses.

 

The workshops for the certificate include: 

To find out more information email business@queensny.org or call 718-263-0546

 
 

Women Mean Business

Incubator Program

 

Women owned Businesses are growing at a rate

Today's women desire connections with other women and they also want to help each other prosper and grow. The Women's Business Center at QEDC has put together an opportunity that will do just that.

 

We are hosting a series of 6- week women's incubators where women entrepreneurs can connect with other women entrepreneurs and collectively work in the process of building your businesses while learning key business strategies and sharing lessons learned. The first incubator will begin in March. If you are interested in finding out more information or participating in the incubator program send and email to jpayne@queensny.org

 

 
   
 
 

 

  
   
 

 

Happy New Year!

Make 2008 the year you start or grow a business, Don't put off your dreams any longer. QEDC is here to help

Check out our  new classes

 Training and Events Calendar  for Entrepreneurs


 

 REGISTRATION REQUIRED for all classes To register call (718) 263-0546. The class fee is $10.00 unless otherwise listed. Classes are held at the QEDC office unless otherwise listed. Location:  Queensborough Hall 120-55 Queens Blvd, 4th Floor Penthouse Suite, Kew Gardens, NY 11424 (see directions below)

 

Tuesday, January  8, 2008    

Building a Business, The Basics

Are you ready to turn your idea into a valuable business? Do you have a hobby that you want to change into a primary source of income?  Then this session is for you! This training will walk you through the process of how to get started in business

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Thursday, January 10, 2008    

Killer Marketing that Creates Sales

If you need to develop a marketing plan for your business or are having a hard time gaining customers than this session is for you. Need to grow your existing customer base? Learn some things that you can do to grow your business. This training will walk you through the process of developing a killer marketing plan that will help you gain customers online and off.

 

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Monday, January 14, 2008    

How to get Press for you, and Your Business

 

Getting media attention can change your sales. Many companies use the power of the press to attract new customers. Learn some strategies that can work for you and the practical side of how to make it happen.

 

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Thursday, January 17, 2008     

 Turn-key Technology to manage your Business

Many start-up businesses do not have a large staff and some existing businesses could use additional tools to manage their growth. Learn about cutting - edge (low or no cost) technology that is available that can help you stop doing so much on your own. Understand how using technology to systematize your business can help you to grow at record speed.

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Tuesday, January 22, 2008    

How to get Good Credit, and Keep it

 Most businesses are faced with the challenge of raising capital; it can often be difficult to obtain a bank loan without being credit ready. Learn how you can improve your score in a short period of time and how to boost your credit score to your desired level. We will also discuss how those with less than perfect credit can still get capital for their business.  

 

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Thursday, January 24, 2008    
 Understanding Financial Statements

Who is counting your money? If you’re a business owner it should be you, but if you do not know how to understand financial statements your business could be in trouble. Is your business making money but your still broke? Learn the financial fundamentals that every business owner needs to be successful. 

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Thursday, January 31, 2008                                          Setting-up and Maintaining your Financial Records

Every business must have good and accurate financial records. This session will help you understand how to put together your books so that your business can succeed. Learn tactics that can be used whether or not you have financial software. Hear directly from the expert. Deborah Spence, CPA the ins and outs of building the financial side of your business.

 


 

Directions To Queens Economic Development Corp

 

Subway
Take either the E or F train to the Kew Gardens Union/Turnpike station.

 

Bus
Take the Q46 Limited, Q74 Vleigh Place/Main Street/Queens College or Q10 Lefferts Boulevard/JFK Airport to the Kew Gardens subway stop

 

The QEDC office is located in Queens Borough Hall, 120-55 Queens Blvd., on the third floor in Suite 309.

 

Still not sure how to get there? Hop Stop it (click here)

 

 TRAININGS ARE CONDUCTED ON THE 4TH FLOOR. The entrance to the building is in the middle of the block on Queens Blvd. (between Union Turnpike and 82nd Avenue).  Remember to carry identification as you will have to present it upon entering our building

 

Thank you for reading the announcement.

Regards,

The Business Services Team

Queens Economic Development Corporation

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120-55 Queens Blvd

Suite 309

Kew Gardens, NY 11424

www.QueensNY.org

ph. (718) 263-0546

fax (718) 263-0594