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May is Small Business Month

Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, and of vital importance to our city and state.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF Free NYC Small Business Services

Trained business specialists are available to: Conduct an assessment of
your business needs and answer questions. Connect you with free
resources ranging from business courses to legal services. Assist with
navigating government rules and regulations. Help apply for funding to
launch or grow your business.

BUSINESS COURSES Develop your business plan and get guidance on the right strategy for your business. Learn computer based bookkeeping, how to master marketing, what it takes to get to sell to the government, and much more.
LEGAL ASSISTANCE Access our network of pro bono attorneys who can answer all of your legal questions. They’ll guide you and help you consider a legal structure, trademark your products and services, and review your contracts or business lease
FINANCING ASSISTANCE Secure the financing you need. We’ll help you identify alternative lenders and package your loan application so that
you can operate or expand your business.
INCENTIVES Save money and maintain a competitive edge with government incentives. Your business will benefit from tax credits, energy cost savings and dozens of other government incentives.
RECRUITMENT Hire talented staff to open a new location or expand your existing business. We’ll save you time and money by recruiting and
screening jobseekers from a citywide pool of qualified candidates, and
refer only the right fit for your business.
TRAINING Give your employees the skills they need to take your business to the next level. Whether you want to invest in new technology, seek a larger market share, or reduce costs, we offer employee training
solutions to help you achieve your business goals.
SELLING TO GOVERNMENT Learn what it takes to become a government contractor. We will connect you to resources that will help your business compete on government contracts, and sell goods and services to the City of New York.
M/WBE CERTIFICATION Getting certified in NYC as a Minority & Women Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE), Locally Based Enterprise (LBE), or Emerging Business Enterprise (EBE) puts your business in position to compete on government contracts and access exclusive programs designed to help small businesses grow.

Visit nyc.gov/getcertified to learn more.
TO LEARN EVEN MORE VISIT NYC.GOV/BUSINESS

Bronx Location: 400 East Fordham Road (entrance on Webster Avenue) 7th Floor or call 888-727-4692