“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, Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 2 events, Networking With Purpose: Forging Meaningful Connections NELP Remote Small Business Legal Clinic | 5 events, AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (2-Part Session) Best Practices to Drive Revenue in Today’s Marketplace Stop Overthinking, Start Sending: Email Marketing 101 Goverment Contracting Series III “Marketing to the Goverment Agencies” Preparation for Holiday Sales | 4 events, DIY- Building a Blog for YOU and YOUR Business Clicks Converted: Optimize Your Website for Real Results Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Sessions) Message First: Building a Brand that Connects Across Channels | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 1 event, Business Contract 101 with NELP | 3 events, AI-Powered Lean Startup — Build Your Lean Business Canvas with AI Health Insurance Options for Entrepreneurs & Small Businesses | 2 events, How SBA’s Programs Help You Start and Grow Grow with Google: Use YouTube to Grow Your Business | 3 events, Business Funding Strategies Marketing Strategies with NeuroMarketing Guía Esencial para Pequeños Negocios 2026 | 1 event, The Athletic Mindset in Business | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 1 event, Pitching Your Idea: The Power of Storytelling | 1 event, | 1 event, Calculating Landed Cost for Exported and Imported Goods | 2 events, Are You Ready to Sell Online? Payment Processing Tips and Tricks Small Business Blueprint 2026 | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 1 event, Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
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In 2019, 16-22% of the U.S. workforce held business-related certifications or licenses, key for businesses securing gov’t and industry contracts.

