Showing posts with label Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation. Show all posts
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Thursday, April 29, 2010
COMMERCIAL LEASE NEGOTIATION FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS AND MICROENTREPRENEURS
Commercial Lease Negotiation
for Small Business Owners and Microentrepreneurs
for Small Business Owners and Microentrepreneurs
Kevin Drakeford of the Drakeford Group, PC will present an overview of the legal rights of small business owners and microentrepreneurs when it's time to negotiate for or sign a commercial lease.
The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, so call (718) 368-6790 to register or go to http://bedc.org/Commercial_Lease.htm.
Location:
Brooklyn Public Library Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West (at Tillary Street)
Sponsored by Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, Brooklyn Public Library Business Library, City Bar Justice Center Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project, and New York State Small Business Development Center.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
BUSINESS WORKSHOP: THE LOAN PROCESS FOR SECURING BUSINESS FINANCING
Wednesday, March 31st, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Free Workshop:
The Loan Process for Securing Business Financing
Free Workshop:
The Loan Process for Securing Business Financing
Friday, February 26, 2010
WORKSHOP: DIAGNOSING THE HEALTH OF YOUR BUSINESS
Wednesday, March 24th, and Thursday, March 25th,
8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Workshop: Diagnosing the Health of Your Business
Understanding your business's financial statements is crucial to improving your business operations. Knowing where to look for financial leaks and then monitoring them allows you to make shifts that will make your business more efficient and profitable.
Brendan Guastella will lead this free workshop. He is the owner of Soundview Business Consulting, a Brooklyn-based firm specializing in assisting entrepreneurs, start-ups, and other small businesses in the New York metropolitan area.
Part 1 will be held on Wednesday and Part 2 on Thursday at Capital One Bank, 356 Fulton Street, Brooklyn.
To make a reservation, call (718) 368-6790 or register on the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation's website.
More information about the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) is available at www.bedc.org.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
BUSINESS RECORDKEEPING (FREE)
Tuesday, February 16, 2010, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Free seminar on Business Recordkeeping, designed to inform small business owners about their recordkeeping responsibilities and answer these questions:
- Why are good books and records necessary for the success of your business?
- How will well-organized records help you if your business is audited by the IRS?
- What types of records are generally accepted by the IRS?
- How long should you keep your business records?
Brooklyn Public Library Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West, first floor conference room
Presented by the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, Brooklyn Public Library Business Library, Internal Revenue Service, New York State Small Business Development Center, City Bar Justice Center-Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project.
SMALL BUSINESS TAX PLANNING SEMINAR (FREE)
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Free Small Business Tax Planning Seminar for small business owners.
Topics:
- Business Legal Structures for Existing and Emerging Businesses
- Tax Tips for "Start Up" Businesses
Location:
Capital One Bank
356 Fulton Street, Brooklyn
Presented by the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation and the Internal Revenue Service.
IRS COLLECTION AND TAX PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR FINANCIALLY DISTRESSED SMALL BUSINESSES (FREE)
Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
A free workshop about IRS Collection and Tax Payment Options for Financially Distressed Small Businesses will provide information about various options for payment of outstanding income tax liabilities. The collection process will be reviewed, electronic payment options will be explored, and installment agreements and offers in compromise will be discussed in detail.
To register, call (718) 797-0187 or send an e-mail to sbdc@citytech.cuny.edu.
Sponsored by Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, Brooklyn Public Library Business Library, Internal Revenue Service, New York State Small Business Development Center, City Bar Justice Center-Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project.
Brooklyn Public Library Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West, first floor conference room
Monday, August 10, 2009
SMALL BUSINESS LEGAL CLINIC
Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, in conjunction with Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project, will present a free Small Business Legal Clinic.
If you are a small business owner or are thinking about starting your own business, you can meet one-on-one with an attorney and learn more about the legal consequences of owning and operating a business in NYC.
Do you need help deciding whether or not to incorporate?
Do you have questions about contracts?
Intellectual property rights?
Are you planning to rent a storefront or renew your commercial lease?
Your questions will be answered by volunteers of the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project.
This event is open to the public and free of charge, however reservations are required as availability is limited.
Call (212) 382-6633 to make a reservation.
Brooklyn Public Library’s Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West
2nd Floor Meeting Room
Brooklyn, New York 11201
The Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project, a program of the City Bar Justice Center, provides free quality legal assistance to low-income microentrepreneurs who reside in NYC and are interested in starting a small business or who already have an existing business.
BEDC's Mission
The Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation seeks to create and expand economic opportunity throughout Brooklyn by implementing business and neighborhood development and planning activities to support and create sustainable jobs, industries and communities.
BEDC, a private, nonprofit organization, was established in 1979 to stimulate Brooklyn’s economy and create job opportunities for the borough and its residents. BEDC has evolved into a multi-service, business-consulting agency, serving more than 1,000 clients annually and offering comprehensive economic development services.
The Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, in conjunction with Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project, will present a free Small Business Legal Clinic.
If you are a small business owner or are thinking about starting your own business, you can meet one-on-one with an attorney and learn more about the legal consequences of owning and operating a business in NYC.
Do you need help deciding whether or not to incorporate?
Do you have questions about contracts?
Intellectual property rights?
Are you planning to rent a storefront or renew your commercial lease?
Your questions will be answered by volunteers of the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project.
This event is open to the public and free of charge, however reservations are required as availability is limited.
Call (212) 382-6633 to make a reservation.
Brooklyn Public Library’s Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West
2nd Floor Meeting Room
Brooklyn, New York 11201
The Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project, a program of the City Bar Justice Center, provides free quality legal assistance to low-income microentrepreneurs who reside in NYC and are interested in starting a small business or who already have an existing business.
BEDC's Mission
The Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation seeks to create and expand economic opportunity throughout Brooklyn by implementing business and neighborhood development and planning activities to support and create sustainable jobs, industries and communities.
BEDC, a private, nonprofit organization, was established in 1979 to stimulate Brooklyn’s economy and create job opportunities for the borough and its residents. BEDC has evolved into a multi-service, business-consulting agency, serving more than 1,000 clients annually and offering comprehensive economic development services.
Friday, July 31, 2009
BEDC's ENTREPENEUR ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OFFERED THIS FALL
The Entrepreneur Assistance Program run by the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation teaches owners and potential owners of small businesses how to manage a business successfully and be profitable. This fall's classes are for people in any stage of business development, from start-ups to growth and expansion of existing businesses. The expertise of current business owners and professional business counselors is included in the program.
Classes will be held on Tuesdays, from September 15th through December 15th, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Advance registration is required. A 10% discount is offered to people who register before September 1st, reducing the cost from $250 to $225.
Location: St. Francis College, 180 Remsen Street, in Brooklyn Heights.
Twenty-five people can be accommodated. To register, call Nina Sampayo at (718) 522-4600, ext. 10 or e-mail her at n_sampayo@bedc.org.
BEDC seeks to reflect the ethnic and racial diversity of Brooklyn by reaching out to and working with entrepreneurs in communities throughout the borough.
Classes will be held on Tuesdays, from September 15th through December 15th, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Advance registration is required. A 10% discount is offered to people who register before September 1st, reducing the cost from $250 to $225.
Location: St. Francis College, 180 Remsen Street, in Brooklyn Heights.
Twenty-five people can be accommodated. To register, call Nina Sampayo at (718) 522-4600, ext. 10 or e-mail her at n_sampayo@bedc.org.
BEDC seeks to reflect the ethnic and racial diversity of Brooklyn by reaching out to and working with entrepreneurs in communities throughout the borough.
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