“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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| 0 events, | 1 event, Understanding Website Basics | 1 event, Workshop: Launch Your Business (2-Part Session) | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 3 events, IEEPA Tariff Refund Process, Eligibility & General Updates AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (2-Part Session) Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Sessions) | 1 event, “Selling to the Global Market” and “Export Plan Writing” | 1 event, NELP Remote Small Business Legal Clinic | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 3 events, NELP Contract Basics NELP Contract Basics “Meet the Lenders” | 4 events, Business Insurance Shield Your Success: Small Business Insurance Essentials Doing Business with NYCHA’s Capital Programs Workshop: Launch Your Business (2-Part Session) From Creative Passion to Profitable Business | 1 event, Marketing Strategies – with Neuro-Marketing Concepts | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
2 events, Data Visualization for Small Business Owners Export Resources Symposium: Unlock New Global Markets for Your Business | 4 events, Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Sessions) AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (2-Part Session) Export Resources Symposium: Unlock New Global Markets for Your Business | 2 events, | ||||
1 event, Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) | 1 event, IN-PERSON: Small Business Financing Panel & Networking | 1 event, Workshop: Launch Your Business (2-Part Session) | 1 event, Starting a Business at 50+ | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
In 2019, 16-22% of the U.S. workforce held business-related certifications or licenses, key for businesses securing gov’t and industry contracts.

