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Steps to Achieve Yours Goals in 2022
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Alibaba.com is the world's largest business-tobusiness ecommerce marketplace. We provide the tools & services to help you expand into new markets and connect with business buyers all around the world. Become an Alibaba.com seller and reach new buyers from around the world or in your own backyard. Visit : activity.alibaba.com/ggs/queenschamber.html Need to disinfect your facilities, but hate the idea of spraying chemicals on everything? We will fully disinfect your facilities—including viruses-using only Ultraviolet Light. We use no toxins or chemicals. We spray no liquids. We leave no residue or odor. If this sounds appealing, visit our website for a QCCoC member discount.
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QUEENSBOROUGH CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MARCH
SMALL BUSINESS TAXES
March 30th at 2 p.m.
Whether you are self-employed or own a small business, there will be something helpful for everyone at this webinar.
VIRTUAL Register at queenschamber.org
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: NAVIGATING THE FINE LINE
March 11th at 9:30 a.m.
This workshop will help you understand which interview questions are legal and appropriate and which questions cross the line and are illegal and inappropriate. We will explore how to phrase an appropriate question gathering the needed information from the applicant within the boundaries of the law.
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MULTICULTURAL BUSINESS FAIR
March 12th from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Elmhurst
Celebrate cultures together in Queens. There will be traditional food, local vendors, arts and crafts, and business resources. Proof of vaccination and ID required for entry. Masks required inside the venue and safe social distancing measures are in place for your safety.
VIRTUAL Register at queenschamber.org
BUILDING A BLOG BEFORE YOU START YOUR BUSINESS
March 15th at 2 p.m.
Learn the Why, What, When, and How to build a blog to establish your reputation and promote your business. This workshop is provided in partnership with SBA, Queens Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by DIME Bank.
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY ANNUAL LUNCHEON
March 16th from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Celebrate the Celtic tradition with Special Guest Honorees NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell and Real Estate Board of New York President/CEO James Whelan. There will be great food and entertainment, corned-beef and cabbage, a live band, networking, and much more.
Terrace On the Park 52-11 111th Street, Flushing Register at queenschamber.org WOMEN MANUFACTURERS: THEIR BURDENS DURING THE ONGOING PANDEMIC
March 22nd @ 10 a.m.
In celebration Women’s History Month, three female manufacturers gather to share the burdens and challenged they’ve faced. The pandemic created a huge shift in everyone’s lives personally and professionally. All of the panelists have overcome challenges and are here to discuss how they navigated the process. Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz will serve as moderator for this conversation. Join the conversation to discover how our extremely knowledgeable panelist overcame their challenges.
VIRTUAL Register at queenschamber.org
SPRING NETWORKING 2022
March 22nd at 6 p.m.
Join the Queens Chamber of Commerce and the Floral Park Bellerose Indian Merchants Association on March 22 for our 2022 Spring Networking Event!
Flavor of India 259-17 Hillside Ave., Glen Oaks Register at queenschamber.org
DOUGHNUTS, COFFEE, AND ORIENTATION
March 23nd at 10 a.m.
Maximize your membership with the Queens Chamber of Commerce. This 45 minute oriention comes with Krispy Kreme dougnuts.
Queens Chamber of Commerce 75-20 Astoria Boulevard, Jackson Heights Suite 140, Large Conference Room Register at queenschamber.org
COMMUNITY JOB FAIR
March 29th from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
The Queens Chamber of Commerce, the Woodhaven BID and the office of NYC Council Member Joann Ariola will be holding a Community Job Fair and Small Business resources Day at the Woodhaven Manor in Woodhaven. The event is in partnership with the NYC Small Business Services - SBS and The New York City Council. Whether looking to land a new job or switch careers, jobseekers will have the opportunity to meet with employers from the Airport Industry, Hospitality, Health Providers and more companies being represented. This is an in person job fair held at Woodhaven Manor in Woodhaven. In person interviews, bring your resume and dress professionally!
Woodhaven Manor 96-01 Jamaica Avenue Woodhaven New York Register at queenschamber.org
HOW SBA’S PROGRAMS HELP YOU START AND GROW
March 30th at 3 p.m.
In this webinar, you will learn about SBA’s Lender Match, Readiness is All, financing programs, investment capital, disaster assistance and grants, business education/one-onone counseling, and government contracting assistance.
VIRTUAL Register at queenschamber.org
APRIL
MEET THE LENDERS
April 6, 2022 @ 11 a.m.
In this webinar you will learn about: Meeting with the invited Lenders and learn the SBA’s Lender Match, Financing Programs including Loans: 7(a), 504, Microloan, International Trade Loans, Surety Bonds, Grants for R&D, Investment Capital, Disaster Assistance and Grants, One-on-One Assistance through SCORE, SBDC and WBC
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BALANCING THE COMPETING DEMANDS OF WORK AND LIFE
April 15, 2022 @ 9:30 a.m.
Time is the most valuable resource known to mankind. It is finite and cannot be expanded. Once it’s used it’s gone forever.
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DOING BUSINESS WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
April 28, 2022 @ 11 a.m.
Queens Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Small Business Administration invites you to join this webinar and learn about how to do engage in business with the federal government. Learn about finding opportunities, what the federal government buys, certification qualifications, marketing to government agencies, subcontracting, resources, and assistance.
