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(Friday) Extra, Extra Click here for this week's video: Recap of Bronx Chamber leadership's trip to Albany for the Business Council of NY's A.I. conference May 16 Resource Fair for Small Businesses & Job Seekers at Yankee Stadium Mark your calendar for our packed lineup of upcoming Bronx Chamber networking & Signature events in May and June

BXCC SIGNATURE EVENT: KELLEHER MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

Tee off with the Bronx Chamber at the Joseph P. Kelleher Memorial Golf Tournament June 18, 2024 Bally's Golf Links at Ferry Point 500 Hutchinson River Parkway Bronx, NY 10465 Join the Chamber for a day of networking and friendly competition as we honor Mark Stagg of Stagg Group Development! CLICK HERE for more information about the Tournament and to register. Sponsorship Opportunities are going fast - contact Dolores@bronxchamber.org to secure your package. Sincere thanks to our sponsors to date (list in formation): DJ Ambulette Services, Monroe College, BronxCare Health System, Lettire Construction, Simone Development Companies, Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts, Orange Bank & Trust Company, and A&A Maintenance Enterprise.

BRONX CHAMBER IN ALBANY

Bronx Chamber President Lisa Sorin along with Board members John Bonizio of Metro Optics and Taryn Duffy of Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts visited the State Capital this week to attend the Business Council of New York event Strategic Insights: Leveraging A.I. for Your Competitive Edge. There, they heard from industry experts who shared practical tips and examples of how A.I. can benefit businesses' bottom lines in various areas, such as marketing, sales, operations, and customer service. Stay tuned for more updates from the Chamber for Bronx business owners/operators interested in learning more about A.I.'s potential for business growth and development.

MORE UPCOMING BRONX CHAMBER EVENTS

May 16 Resource Fair at Yankee Stadium 12:00 - 3:00pm A One-Stop Shop for Small Businesses and Job Seekers During this FREE event, job seekers will have access to: Free Professional Headshots One-on-One Resume Assistance Employers Seeking New Hires Small businesses that participate in this event will also have access to City agencies on-site, providing resources and assistance.  Participation is free, but advance registration is required

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May 30: Small Businesses, Big Connections Event Pasquale's Rigoletto 2311 Arthur Ave. 6:00 - 8:00pm $25 Members / $30 Non-Members Join us on May 30 in the REAL Little Italy of NYC, Arthur Avenue, to close out Small Business Month! The evening will feature delicious Italian light bites, drink specials, a round of the Chamber's famous "speed networking," and celebration of the contributions of small businesses & their influence on our vibrant Bronx community.

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June 6: An Evening of Scotch & Cigars The Bronx Havana Room 3604A East Tremont Ave. 6:00 - 8:00pm $25 Members / $30 Non-Members Join us at the sophisticated Bronx Havana Room on June 6th for an evening of scotch tasting, fine cigars, networking and industry updates. Act fast - space is limited and this event has sold out 2 years in a row!

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June 13: Karaoke Night! The Bronx Beer Hall 2344 Arthur Avenue 6:00 - 8:00pm $25 Members / $30 Non-Members Warm up your pipes and pick out your favorite song! The Bronx Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Committee is ready to rock on June 13 - join us for an evening of networking, great food, questionable singing, and drink specials

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DIGITAL TOOLS FOR GROWTH

With support from the Verizon Digital Inclusion program, The Bronx Chamber of Commerce is offering a series of webinars aimed at helping small businesses maximize the potential of digital tools and literacy for business growth. Upcoming Dates and Times are as follows: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Wednesday, June 5, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Wednesday, June 12, 2024 11:00 am to 12:00 pm *All Events Are Virtual* For more information or to register for the next event on May 15th, Click Here

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WEBSITE UPDATES: CITY & STATE LEGISLATION

If you haven't already: Check out the latest Bronx Chamber website updates for city and state legislation policy news impacting your business, plus events, resources and much more. To visit our website, Click Here <

 

FUNDING & CERTIFICATION RESOURCES

NYC Funds Finder NYC's Department of Small Business Services (SBS) and Next Street announced the launch of a new platform connecting small businesses with trusted resources they need to open, grow, and maintain their business. The user-friendly platform –NYC Funds Finder is where small businesses can review funding options, including loans and grants, and request free 1-on-1 financing assistance from the SBS team.  NYC Funds Finder is a partnership between SBS and Next Street and the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth. Next Street Scale, the platform that powers NYC Funds Finder, was created to address the hurdles that small businesses, especially those run by women and minorities, face in accessing the resources required to grow their business and build wealth.

M/WBE Certification Unlocking Opportunities The Bronx Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with NYC SBS to help guide you through the application process of getting certified as a Minority/Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE). This certification program, offered by NYC Small Business Services, is a critical initiative aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion in government contracting and procurement processes. The program seeks to create opportunities for businesses owned and operated by minority individuals and women, ensuring they have fair access to government contracts and economic opportunities, opens your business up to increased opportunities from New York City agencies, free advertising in the NYC Online Directory of Certified Businesses, mentorship programs and workshops, networking events, and more. The City has committed to awarding $16 billion in contracts to M/WBE certified organizations over the next decade--don’t miss out! Are you eligible? (Qualification checklist below) Business is legally authorized to transact business in New York City Business has been in operation for at least one year Business is more than 51% minority and/or woman owned If you are interested in applying, or for more information on M/WBE certification, contact Chanel Perez at Programs@bronxchamber.org

For the complete Bronx Chamber Events Calendar, featuring educational workshops, networking events and other opportunities hosted by the Chamber, its members, & partners, please visit and bookmark our website events calendar link in your browser - new events are added weekly!