Staten Island Small Business Development Center

🎓 May was a busy month at the College of Staten Island as students and staff prepared for graduation festivities!

To help keep everyone energized, Country Donuts and More was on campus serving up fresh coffee and delicious donuts. ☕🍩

Pictured below, SI SBDC Certified Business Advisor Joe Muller stops by to grab a cup of "joe" from his client, Country Donuts and More. It's always great to see local small businesses connecting with and supporting the campus community!

REMINDER: Paper Shredding Event at the College of Staten Island this Sunday, May 31st at 10A.M. Perfect time to safely get rid of your old documents!

Priority timing for SI SBDC clients from 9A.M.-10A.M.⏰
While here, stop by and say hello to Regional Director Michael Anderson and several members of our Team.

Don't Forget! Bring your bank statements, old checks, expired credit cards and any documents for a safe and secure FREE document shredding event at The College of Staten Island. Sunday, May 31st
10 A.M.- 1 P.M.

SI Small Business Development Center Clients have priority between 9 A.M. - 10 A.M. Stop by the table to speak with one of our Team Members.

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Learn about:
-Regulatory guidance opening and operating your brick-and-mortar business
-Acting as your liaison to city agencies
-Onsite consultations
-Violation and inspection support
Attend this no-cost webinar on Jun 3 at 10 A.M. via Zoom
https://suny-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RJon2II9Se2IZ5ULFp0agw

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The Staten Island Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the NYC Department of Small Business Services hosted an MWBE Business Growth Breakfast earlier this month, at The Colonnade Diner.

SI SBDC Regional Director Michael Anderson had the pleasure of reconnecting with SI SBDC client Teresa Rampulla at the event. Teresa served as one of the panelists and previously held the WBE contract for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey from 2020–2025.

Do you have questions regarding the Certification process? Contact our office at 718-982-2560 or email [email protected].

🍔 Get Certified: NYC Food Protection Course!

Running a food business in NYC or looking to step into a supervisory role? Meet your NYC Health Code requirements in just one weekend!

This 2-day weekend intensive equips you with essential food protection practices to keep your customers safe and your business compliant.✨

Course Highlights:
-Fast Track: Complete the full intensive training over a single weekend.
-Exam Included: Take your official certification exam on the final day.Accessible:
-Study manuals are available in over 50 languages.

🔒 Secure your spot, protect your kitchen, and get certified!
Contact 718-982-2182 or scan code on flyer to register.

"Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and lasting legacy.

Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day and Weekend.

There's still time to Register for this no-cost Webinar. Do you need to set up your Free Google Business Profile. or learn how to verify and update yours? Register https://suny-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U0j4EcOwQFKV5hyuQOHGeQ

Join the SI Small Business Development Center for a no-cost webinar regarding how to set up a Free Google Business Profile. Do you have one set up but you're not sure how to update it? Then this webinar is for you as well.
Register Now: https://suny-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U0j4EcOwQFKV5hyuQOHGeQ

Staten Island Small Business Development Center clients receive exclusive first-come, first-served priority access! Come between 9-10A.M. to safely shred your documents.