The Pace University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is partnering with the US Small Business Administration (SBA) to help entrepreneurs identify and respond to government contract opportunities, as well as deliver on those contracts for which they are selected. The workshop will highlight contracting resources available for small businesses and strategies for how to increase your likelihood of obtaining contracts from government agencies and prime contractors.

•Understand the systems involved in government contracting
•Learn about the contracting support for small businesses provided by the Small Business Administration
•Learn more about how to increase your likelihood of obtaining contracts from the federal government and prime contractors

Government procurement reps will be on hand at end of workshop to answer any questions you may have.

Looking for guidance on how to form a company?

Lucky for you, Pace Small Business Development Center has partnered up with City Bar Justice Center to explain the different forms of business structure to help you choose the right one for your business. The presenting attorney will describe the respective benefits and tax implications of each structure, as well as the steps and corresponding costs associated with each.

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After the presentation, we will have a Q&A to address any questions or concerns you may have. Attendees will also learn about free and low-cost 1:1 legal assistance available through the City Bar Justice Center.

​Learn how to understand your customers’ needs!

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The essence of marketing strategy is to understand your customers’ needs and develop a plan that meets those needs. With this course you will learn the fundamental components of a successful marketing strategy that will maximize impact while minimizing costs.

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You will learn about:
•How to develop a sound marketing strategy 
•How to identify your target audience 
•What is the importance of establishing an online presence

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After the presentation, there will be time for Q&A with Pace University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) business advisors to learn about free 1:1 assistance our center offers to help entrepreneurs implement small business marketing strategies to reach their target customers.

Get a New Website in JUST 2 Hours!  Know you need a website but never seem to get around to building it?

Get a head start in this 2 hour workshop!

A representative from Wix will walk through how to create a beautiful, professional web presence at no cost. This workshop will be a hands-on class to create a finished website and give you the tools to completely customize it afterwards. There are no creative limits, no coding skills needed to get your business online today.

What you’ll leave with: -A FREE new website-All the tools you need for managing your business-50% off 1 Year Wix Premium Package

You must bring your own laptop to participate in the hands-on website building, but you are welcome to attend without one.

Are you in the process of starting a new business and interested in renting a commercial space but don’t know where to start?

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We’ve partnered with the City Bar Justice Center’s Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project (NELP) to bring you legal professionals who will present on the basics of commercial leasing. They will provide you with key point information on topics ranging from research you should do before deciding on a space, what you should look for in a written lease, selecting an appropriate lease term, to issues that may arise once you’ve signed the lease.

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After the presentation, there will be time for Q&A to address any follow up questions or concerns you may have. Attendees will also learn about free and low-cost 1:1 legal assistance available through the City Bar Justice Center.

The Pace SBDC and Excelsior Growth Fund have partnered up to bring you a 2-part workshop series that will delve into the inner workings of financial projections.

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You’ll learn how to:

• Make financial projections to track the growth and profitability of your business

• Estimate operating revenue and expenses

• Read the financial statements needed to create your financial projection

• Interpret your business's financial data

• Make critical business decisions based on actual financial data and performance

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Dates: May 30th & June 6th, 2018 from 5:00-8:00pm

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*Please note that both dates are a part of this seminar. This is a two-part workshop commitment.

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**Attendees must have a business that has operated for more than one year to participate in this free workshop

Join Turner Construction Company & the Pace University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to develop strategies for landing new contract opportunities. The MWBE & Small Business Contractor Training Program meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm to 9pm for six weeks starting on Tuesday May 8th; and will cover Responding to an RFP, Insurance & Bonding, Construction Law, Site Safety, Cost Estimating and more

Get a New Website in JUST 2 Hours!  Know you need a website but never seem to get around to building it?

Get a head start in this 2 hour workshop!

A representative from Wix will walk through how to create a beautiful, professional web presence at no cost. This workshop will be a hands-on class to create a finished website and give you the tools to completely customize it afterwards. There are no creative limits, no coding skills needed to get your business online today.

What you’ll leave with: -A FREE new website-All the tools you need for managing your business-50% off 1 Year Wix Premium Package

You must bring your own laptop to participate in the hands-on website building, but you are welcome to attend without one.

The Pace Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has brought on a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to teach you the fundamentals of accounting so that you are better equipped to handle your business's financials.

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The workshop will discuss the following:

- Basic accounting terms and procedures 

- Tracking sales and expenses

- Simple and low-cost ways to set up a bookkeeping system

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Take-aways

- Learn the basics of debits and credits

- How to classify accounts and transactions

- Learn the processes for day-to-day accounting and best practices

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After the presentation, you will have the chance to participate in a Q&A to address any questions or concerns you may have.

We've partnered up with FranNet, one of North America's Top Franchise Consultants, to help you learn more about the fundamentals of franchising. 

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The workshop will discuss the following:

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- Common myths and truths about franchising

- Types of franchises available in a variety of industries

- Government regulations for franchises

- Importance of personal goals and objectives to consider when thinking about franchising

- How to research and select the right franchise for you

- How to finance a franchise business

- Available resources from an industry leader at no cost

Takeaways

- Knowledge of franchising options you may not have considered

- Assessment strategies to determine whether franchising will help you achieve your personal, professional, and financial goals

- Online resources available before, during, and after your selection process

After the presentation, you will have the chance to participate in a Q&A to address any questions or concerns you may have.