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Liaacc news october 2014 edition (1)
1. LIAACC VIP Networking Soiree a Major Success
Over 100 attend at NYCB Theater at Westbury
A great time was had by all at LIAACC’s networking event. Spirits were high and everyone had a great time exchanging cards and presenting their businesses to others. Many professional connections were made and some projects were created. Thanks to everyone for coming out and making the event a huge success.
Now, please consider becoming a member of LIAACC. We, and you, will become stronger and can do more as members of this great organization.
LIAACC News
A Publication of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce
Upcoming Events
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MWBE Workshop — LIAACC is holding a series of workshops to train more business owners to seek New York State certification as minority and women- owned business enterprises.
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 21 and 28 at the Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave. Charlene Thompson of Baldwin-based Thompson Economic Development Services
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October 30 — General Membership Meeting at E.B. Elliot’s Waterfront Dining (on the Freeport Nautical Mile), 23 Woodcleft Ave., Freeport, NY, (516) 378- 8776. 12 to 2PM, Buffet lunch included; $25 at the door. RSVP required.
Volunteers Needed
MWBE Committee — To help plan MWBE workshops and promote LIAACC businesses
Communications Committee — To promote upcoming events, highlight member businesses and report on LIAACC successes
Membership Committee — To increase membership by promoting the benefits of LIAACC
Email gregbatson@batcomm.com to express interest or inquiries
2. Karen Ross Taylor
You Want Caviar But Have Money for Chitlins
The September event guest speaker at our VIP Networking Soiree held at the NYCB Theater at Westbury was Karen Ross Taylor. Her book is a “do it yourself PR guide for those on a budget.” She is an enthusiastic speaker who explained how to create PR success on a 30 day plan. Interested? Pick up her book. It is an Amazon best seller.
Need Help For Your Business?
The SBA (Small Business Administration) Has Online and In-Person Resources for you.
From online to in-person guidance, SBA offers various counseling and training options for the busy business owner and entrepreneurs.
• The Online Learning Center offers free, self-paced courses tailored to your business type and more, so you can get the online training you need, whenever you need it – no appointment necessary!
• The Events Calendar shows you what’s going on in your neighborhood. Enter your zip code to check out nearby seminars, workshops, panels, webinars and more.
• The Local Resources page provides a description and list of SBA’s partner offices staffed with specialists to counsel, mentor and train small businesses.
At SBA, we’re in the business of businesses – and in making sure all small business owners and prospective entrepreneurs across the U.S. access the resources you need to find success in your ventures.
Need more information? Call Barbara Whiting, Economic Development Specialist, 631- 454-0750, ext. 225 or email barbara.whiting@sba.gov
This Space Is Reserved for You!
We want to promote member businesses in future issues of LIAACC News. If you are interested, email the following to: gregbatson@batcomm. com
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Your photo
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The name of your business
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A description of what your business does
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How we can help you expand your business
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How anyone can contact you
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Your web address (if you have one)
Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce. Inc.
148 South Long Beach Avenue, 2nd Floor
Freeport, NY 11520
info@liaacc.com — cell: 347-475-7158