BEDC http://bedc.org Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:53:18 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6 en Diagnosing the Health of Your Business Workshop http://bedc.org/calendar/diagnosing-the-health-of-your-business-workshop/ http://bedc.org/calendar/diagnosing-the-health-of-your-business-workshop/#comments Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:15:49 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1824 March 24, 2010toMarch 25, 2010

Understanding your business financial statements is crucial to improving your business operations.

Knowing where to look for financial leaks and monitoring them, inform and allow for making shifts that will make business more efficient and profitable. How to spot leaks will be covered in the upcoming workshops

This workshop will be conducted by Mr. Brendan Guastella, who is the owner of Soundview Business Consulting (www.soundviewfirm.com), a Brooklyn based firm that specializes in assisting entrepreneurs, start-ups, and other small businesses in the New York metropolitan area.

DATES: PART I MARCH 24, 2010 8:30AM TO 10:30AM (WEDNESDAY)
PART II MARCH 25, 2010 8:30AM TO 10:30AM (THURSDAY)
LOCATION: CAPITAL ONE BANK
356 Fulton Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
RSVP: (718) 368-6790 or log onto our website www.bedc.org
This event was made possible by the New York City Council
For more information please click here.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/diagnosing-the-health-of-your-business-workshop/feed/ BEDC Survey Design Workshop http://bedc.org/calendar/bedc-survey-design-workshop/ http://bedc.org/calendar/bedc-survey-design-workshop/#comments Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:42:46 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1802 March 4, 2010

Have you conducted a survey in your commercial district recently?  Thinking
about how to improve your process for next time?  If so, please join us at
this hands-on workshop about designing and conducting better merchant and
shopper surveys.

Conducting Merchant and Shopper Surveys: Best Practices Roundtable

Date: Thursday, March 4, 2010
Time: 12:00pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Pratt Center for Community Development, 379 DeKalb Avenue,
Brooklyn

This event will feature helpful presentations on designing and conducting
surveys in commercial districts, as well as one-on-one break-out sessions
with the presenters.

Bring your lunch, past surveys and your questions about designing the best
possible survey for your commercial district.

Agenda:

  • Jonathan Martin, Professor, Pratt Institute
  • Stacey Sutton, Professor, Columbia University
  • Vicki Weiner, Pratt Center for Community Development
  • 15-30 minute break-out sessions for one-on-one assistance with your surveys

RSVP to Rachel Thieme at rthieme@bedc.org or (718) 368-6783.

We hope to see you there!

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/bedc-survey-design-workshop/feed/ Census Day at Moore St. Market http://bedc.org/calendar/census-day-at-moore-st-market/ http://bedc.org/calendar/census-day-at-moore-st-market/#comments Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:47:25 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1797 February 27, 2010

Census Day at Moore St. Market

Saturday, February 27th, 2010 @ 12 noon
108 Moore St. corner of Humboldt St.
Brooklyn, NY

easy. safe. important.

DELTA SIGMA THETA
WOODHULL HOSPITAL
BEDC - Moore St. Market
Information- 718 230 3351

For more information please click here.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/census-day-at-moore-st-market/feed/ Small Business Networking http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-networking/ http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-networking/#comments Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:43:00 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1790 February 18, 2010

Thursday, February 18, 2010
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Please join BEDC and Capital One Bank for  an evening of Small Business Networking on Thursday, February 18, 2010.  Don’t miss on the opportunity to meet with other small business owners and community leaders.

Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to meet with other small business owners and community leaders and have access to resources for your business. Enjoy refreshments, giveaways and the opportunity to discuss your business needs and challenges.

Space is limited please contact Miriam Felix at (718) 827-3100. Click here for the Flyer.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-networking/feed/ Greening Commercial Corridors: Implementing Sustainable Practices with Small Businesses http://bedc.org/calendar/greening-commercial-corridors-implementing-sustainable-practices-with-small-businesses/ http://bedc.org/calendar/greening-commercial-corridors-implementing-sustainable-practices-with-small-businesses/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:06:12 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1770 March 17, 2010

Please join BEDC at our upcoming seminar, Greening Commercial Corridors:
Implementing Sustainable Practices with Small Businesses.

This seminar will introduce commercial revitalization managers to achievable sustainability measures to green their commercial corridors. It will highlight tangible steps that corridors can take to implement such initiatives, and discuss how BIDs and commercial revitalization managers can coordinate efforts with individual businesses to promote sustainability and the corridor.

Date:
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
8:30-10:30 am

Location:
Brooklyn Public Library’s Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/greening-commercial-corridors-implementing-sustainable-practices-with-small-businesses/feed/ Small Business Legal Clinic http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-legal-clinic-4/ http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-legal-clinic-4/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:50:27 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1765 April 13, 2010

If you are a small business owner or are thinking about starting your own business this is a great opportunity to 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?

Come and have your questions answered by volunteers of the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project.

Wednesday, April 13, 2010
5:30 - 7:30 PM

Brooklyn Public Library’s Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West
Brooklyn, New York 11201

Click here to register online. Click here to view the flyer.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-legal-clinic-4/feed/ Financial Fair http://bedc.org/calendar/financial-fair/ http://bedc.org/calendar/financial-fair/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 18:02:44 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1762 February 6, 2010
Saturday, February 6, 2010 10:00am - 3:00pm

Thinking about starting a new business? Want to improve your personal finances? Want to learn how to effectively plan for retirement? In collaboration with members of the financial community, The Moore Street Market is hosting a Financial Fair. Click on the following links to see the English Flier and the Spanish Flier.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/financial-fair/feed/ Paying Taxes: Options for Making it Easier http://bedc.org/calendar/paying-taxes-options-for-making-it-easier/ http://bedc.org/calendar/paying-taxes-options-for-making-it-easier/#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:12:17 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1744 February 23, 2010

Tuesday, Feb 23, 6-7:30pm

Please register online at www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/business or call 718.623.7000 and select option 4.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/paying-taxes-options-for-making-it-easier/feed/ Keeping Records: Tips for Keeping it Simple http://bedc.org/calendar/keeping-records-tips-for-keeping-it-simple/ http://bedc.org/calendar/keeping-records-tips-for-keeping-it-simple/#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:11:08 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1741 February 16, 2010

Tuesday, Feb 16, 6-7:30pm

Please register online at www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/business or call 718.623.7000 and select option 4.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/keeping-records-tips-for-keeping-it-simple/feed/ Hiring Employees: Rules for Staying in Compliance http://bedc.org/calendar/hiring-employees-rules-for-staying-in-compliance/ http://bedc.org/calendar/hiring-employees-rules-for-staying-in-compliance/#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:10:02 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1738 February 9, 2010

Tuesday, Feb 9, 6-7:30pm

Please register online at www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/business or call 718.623.7000 and select option 4.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/hiring-employees-rules-for-staying-in-compliance/feed/ Supermarket Attraction Seminar: NYC Outer Boroughs http://bedc.org/calendar/supermarket-attraction-seminar-nyc-outer-boroughs/ http://bedc.org/calendar/supermarket-attraction-seminar-nyc-outer-boroughs/#comments Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:37:00 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1666 January 14, 2010

On Thursday, January 14, 2010, BEDC will host a Supermarket Attraction Seminar NYC Outer Boroughs. Click here for the flyer.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/supermarket-attraction-seminar-nyc-outer-boroughs/feed/ Shop the Holiday Bazaar http://bedc.org/calendar/shop-the-holiday-bazaar/ http://bedc.org/calendar/shop-the-holiday-bazaar/#comments Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:42:42 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1602 December 19, 2009

Shop the Holiday Bazaar
at the
Moore Street Market
La Marqueta de Williamsburg
on
December 19th

Purchase stocking stuffers, home-baked cup cakes, hot apple cider, Christmas baskets, enjoy music, chat with our vendors, and get warmed up!

Moore Street Market – La Marqueta de Williamsburg
110 Moore Street, Brooklyn

Phone: 718-384-1371
Fax: 718-963-0703
www.moorestreetretailmarket.com

Click here for the English or Spanish Flyer.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/shop-the-holiday-bazaar/feed/ IRS Collection and Tax Payment Options for Financially Distressed Small Businesses http://bedc.org/calendar/irs-collection-and-tax-payment-options-for-financially-distressed-small-businesses/ http://bedc.org/calendar/irs-collection-and-tax-payment-options-for-financially-distressed-small-businesses/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:12:08 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1573 February 23, 2010
Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, Brooklyn Public Library Business Library City, IRS, NY State Small Business Development Center, City Bar Justice Center - Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project presents a free workshop on

IRS Collection and Tax Payment Options for Financially Distressed Small Businesses

Date: February 23, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Brooklyn Public Library Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West First Floor Conference Room
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Event Information: This free seminar is designed to provide information to small business owners about various options for payment of outstanding income tax liabilities. What step is the IRS taking to help small business owners facing financial difficulties? The collection process will be reviewed and electronic payment options explored. Installment agreements and offers in compromise will be discussed in detail.

To register, please call (718) 797-0187 or e-mail: sbdc@citytech.cuny.edu.

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/irs-collection-and-tax-payment-options-for-financially-distressed-small-businesses/feed/ Business Recordkeeping http://bedc.org/calendar/business-recordkeeping/ http://bedc.org/calendar/business-recordkeeping/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:05:43 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1570 February 16, 2010
Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, Brooklyn Public Library Business Library City, IRS, NY State Small Business Development Center, City Bar Justice Center - Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project presents a free workshop on

Business Recordkeeping

Date: February 16, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Brooklyn Public Library Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West First Floor Conference Room
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Event Information: This free seminar is designed to inform small business owners about their record keeping responsibilities and to answer the following 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?
To register, please call (718) 797-0187 or e-mail sbdc@citytech.cuny.edu
]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/business-recordkeeping/feed/ Worker Classification: Employee vs. Independent Contractor http://bedc.org/calendar/worker-classification-employee-vs-independent-contractor/ http://bedc.org/calendar/worker-classification-employee-vs-independent-contractor/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:02:29 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1566 February 9, 2010
Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation, Brooklyn Public Library Business Library City, IRS, NY State Small Business Development Center, City Bar Justice Center - Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project presents a free workshop on

Worker Classification: Employee vs. Independent Contractor

Date: February 9, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Brooklyn Public Library Business Library
280 Cadman Plaza West First Floor Conference Room
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Event Information: This free seminar is designed to help a business determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor. The instructor will explain how each type of worker is treated for tax purposes and review Forms W-2 and 1099. Finally, employment tax responsibilities and self-employment tax calculation will be discussed.

To register, please call (718) 797-0187 or e-mail sbdc@citytech.cuny.edu

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/worker-classification-employee-vs-independent-contractor/feed/ Customer Service & Sales http://bedc.org/calendar/customer-service-sales/ http://bedc.org/calendar/customer-service-sales/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:28:52 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1557 November 12, 2009
The Brooklyn Economic Development in conjunction with Internal Business Consulting

Present a free Informational Workshop on

Customer Service & Sales

Thursday, November 12, 2009
2:00pm to 5:00pm

Presented by: Francisco  Acosta, Internal Business Consulting

Learn About the Tools and Systems needed in to attract and keep customers coming back.

Capital One Bank
356 Fulton Street
Brooklyn, New York 11201

This event is free but reservations are required as availability is limited. To reserve a seat please contact (718) 522-4600 x.10 or email n_sampayo@bedc.org

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/customer-service-sales/feed/ Small Business Tax Planning Seminar http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-tax-planning-seminar/ http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-tax-planning-seminar/#comments Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:23:16 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1553 December 3, 2009
The Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation in conjunction with
Internal Revenue Service

Present a free Informational Workshop on

Small Business
Tax Planning Seminar

Thursday, December 3, 2009
2:00pm to 5:00pm

Topics Include:
• Business Legal Structures for Existing and Emerging Businesses
• Tax Tips for “Start Up” Businesses

Capital One Bank
356 Fulton Street
Brooklyn, New York 11201

This event is free but reservations are required as availability is limited. To reserve a seat please contact (718) 522-4600 x.10 or email n_sampayo@bedc.org

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/small-business-tax-planning-seminar/feed/ Circle of Crafters http://bedc.org/calendar/circle-of-crafters/ http://bedc.org/calendar/circle-of-crafters/#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:26:48 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1546 November 14, 2009toNovember 15, 2009

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]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/circle-of-crafters/feed/ Access to Finance Through Micro Lending http://bedc.org/calendar/access-to-finance-through-micro-lending/ http://bedc.org/calendar/access-to-finance-through-micro-lending/#comments Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:17:44 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1525 October 29, 2009

The Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation, Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation (BEDC), Accion USA, Project Enterprise, and Capital One Bank

Presents

A Free Workshop For New And Existing Small Businesses Owners, Access to Finance through Micro Lending on October 29, 2009.

For more information please click on the flyers

English Flyer Spanish Flyer

]]> http://bedc.org/calendar/access-to-finance-through-micro-lending/feed/ Setting Up a Website for Online Sales http://bedc.org/calendar/setting-up-a-website-for-online-sales/ http://bedc.org/calendar/setting-up-a-website-for-online-sales/#comments Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:01:12 +0000 Sammy http://bedc.org/?p=1476 September 15, 2009

September 15, 6-7:30pm

Patrick Hardy of P. Hardy Technologies and Karen Tappin Saunderson of Karen’s Body Beautiful explore and explain e-commerce, from shopping carts to search engine optimization.

Please register online at
www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/business
or call 718-623-7000 and select option 4.

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