We provide no-cost access to a roster of expert Advisory Business Counselors to help Queens entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. Whether you need somebody to guide you through planning and registering your new business, or if you're an existing business owner looking for a hand with government certifications, marketing strategy, or event tax advice, we have somebody who can help you.
There's no catch – each appointment is virtual, one-on-one support, and this service is completely free to Queens business leaders. Advisory business counselors are available with fluency in multiple languages, and can meet with entrepreneurs up to four times to help you along your business journey.
Starting and running a business can be confusing and difficult – but you don't have to go it alone. To help navigate this journey, we offer a rotating calendar of no-cost business education communities, courses, and workshops throughout the year. These engaging programs, taught by subject-matter experts, cover everything you need to know.
Our Entrepreneur Assistance Center, a program funded by New York State, offers new and existing business owners hands-on training, business plan support, an active alumni network, and other assistance.
Our Queens Women's Business Center, a program funded by the Small Business Administration, helps women start and grow businesses through individual counseling, specialized workshops, and networking opportunities.
This training is an two-day online course designed to help contractors obtain their required NYC Department of Consumer Affairs licenses.
Beyond counseling and education, we offer additional programs that help give Queens entrepreneurs a leg up in their business journey.
Our commercial kitchen and food incubator in Long Island City can help you launch your food or beverage brand in the world's most delicious borough. With subsidized rental fees, a focus on education and training, and a professionally maintained and licensed facility, we've helped more than 800 entrepreneurs get their start.
In partnership with the Queens Borough President, our annual business competition awards thousands of dollars each year to businesses making a positive impact on the Queens economy.
Our certification and promotion program for locally-created products can help you get your business featured at pop-up markets and other opportunities.
Over nearly 50 years, QEDC has supported tens of thousands of business leaders across Queens, but we're not the only game in town. If you need more business help, consider reaching out to our friends across the community:
If you aren't sure which program is right for you, or if you need additional help for your business, please contact us for guidance.
