“Empowerment comes from removing obstacles and creating opportunities. When businesses have access to the right resources, everyone thrives.”
Interested in getting a state certification?
We service all New Yorkers by providing expert guidance to business owners seeking federal, state or city certifications. We work closely with state agencies to help businesses navigate the application process and access valuable resources. Our services include:
Let us help you take the next step toward expanding your business with the right certifications.
Our programs are open and available to ALL New Yorkers.
M Monday | T Tuesday | W Wednesday | T Thursday | F Friday | S Saturday | S Sunday |
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1 event, How to Use AI Strategically – Without Losing Your Human Voice or Brand Identity | 4 events, Grow & Fund Business Booster (Workshop & Drop-in Session) Videos That Sell: How to Turn Content Into Customers From Idea to Open: Business Start Up Basics (In-Person Training) Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset | 2 events, Get You Business Found On GOOGLE Search & Maps | 4 events, Cut Import Costs & Improve Cash Flow: Tariffs, FTZs, Bonded Warehouses & Smart Duty Strategies Monthly Business Solutions Roundtable Government Contracting 101 | |||
1 event, Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset | 4 events, Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) Access to Capital | Bronx SBDC | 6 events, Celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 – Hackers Hate This Webinar! October 2026 Business First Wednesday NELP-Business Entity Formation Workshop: Launch Your Business (2-Part Session) | 7 events, The Small Business Guide to Sticky Employee Situations (Without Getting Sued) From Idea to Open: Business Start Up Basics (In-Person Training) Unlocking Success with New York State Certifications NELP Small Business Legal Clinic InnovateHER|InnovateU | |||
2 events, Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) | 4 events, How to Write a Business Plan How to Boost Your Holiday Sales Grow with Google: Make AI Work for You, Part 2 | 2 events, | 5 events, October Virtual Fast Track to Business Avoid Costly Mistakes: Import & Export Compliance Basics Every Business Must Know Marketing to the Government How SBA Can Help You Start and Grow Your Business | 3 events, | ||
2 events, Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset October Virtual Fast Track to Business | 4 events, Business Contract 101 Queens Small Business Resource Fair | 8 events, Emerging Technologies for Small Businesses and Start-ups: Transforming Day-to-Day Operations How to Implement AI to Scale Your Small Business NYS Contractor Financing Program: Scalable Funding to Bridge the Gap to Growth From Structure to Strategy: Business Planning and Business Formation Essentials Government Contracting | Bronx SBDC | 6 events, Beyond the Bank: Crowdfunding and Capital for Your Business Selling to the Global Market and Export Plan Writing How to Respond to an RFP Business Plan Basics | |||
2 events, Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset October Virtual Fast Track to Business | 4 events, Grow with Google: Gemini Notebook 3rd Annual Celebration of Success| Bronx SBDC | 4 events, From Tenant to Owner: Timing, Financing, and the Playbook for Buying Commercial Real Estate HR Essentials: What to Know Before, During, and After You Hire |
In 2019, 16-22% of the U.S. workforce held business-related certifications or licenses, key for businesses securing gov’t and industry contracts.

