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SUMMARY:Develop a 2026 AI Business Strategy\, What can AI do for Small Business?
DESCRIPTION:This class provides a practical\, business-focused introduction to using artificial intelligence (AI) for small business. Participants will learn steps to developing an AI Strategy tailored to small and mid-sized businesses\, including how to identify business goals that AI can support\, generative AI vs automation AI and strategic best practices. \nThe session focuses on real-world tools\, important safety guidelines and best practices to help small businesses save time\, grow sales\, improve customer experience\, and implement AI confidently. \nPresented by: Erik Bunaes\, Endorphin® Digital Marketing\, Constant Contact Local Expert and Adjunct Professor of Marketing. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/develop-a-2026-ai-business-strategy-what-can-ai-do-for-small-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T110000
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SUMMARY:How to Register as a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business
DESCRIPTION:The buzz in the business industry is SDVOSB- Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Certifications. \nDo you want to sell your products or services to the State/Government and receive preferential treatment applying for certifications? Or would you like to market your business as Veteran or Service-Disabled Veteran Business Owned? \nAmy Amoroso Director VBOC Region II NY/NJ will discuss how to get certified with both State and Federal agencies\, what additional resources are available to you\, and how to start networking and selling to State and Federal agencies. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/how-to-register-as-a-service-disabled-veteran-owned-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
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SUMMARY:GOVOLOGY: A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for SBA’s Federal Small Business Certifications
DESCRIPTION:Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register! \nThis course will teach you how to apply for the major SBA federal contracting certification programs\, including HUBZone certification\, Woman-Owned (WOSB and Economically Disadvantaged WOSB) certification\, Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB/SDVOSB) certification\, and the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development certification. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/govology-a-step-by-step-guide-to-applying-for-sbas-federal-small-business-certifications-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T022618
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SUMMARY:Is your Marketing Actually Working? Presented By Nelson VanDenburgh
DESCRIPTION:Join us Wednesday\, April 15 for this FREE webinar\, “Is your Marketing Actually Working? A Veteran-to-Veteran Guide on What You Can’t Afford to Miss”\, presented By Nelson VanDenburgh\, Owner of Veteran Vibes. \nThis practical webinar is designed specifically for Veteran entrepreneurs who want clear\, actionable ways to market their businesses—regardless of industry or budget. Attendees will learn how to strengthen their online presence\, increase visibility\, and turn website visitors into customers using strategies that can be implemented right away. The session will focus on real-world examples\, simple systems\, and clear guidance without complicated marketing jargon. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/is-your-marketing-actually-working-presented-by-nelson-vandenburgh/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T022618
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T141021Z
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SUMMARY:Boots to Business Reboot: Online\, New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. April 16 and Fri. April 17\, 2026 from 8:30AM-12:30PM.\n\n\n\nBoots to Business Reboot is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Veterans of all eras\, Active Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve)\, and spouses are eligible to participate.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/boots-to-business-reboot-online-new-york-ny-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T133000
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SUMMARY:Veterans’ Service2Success Resource and Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:The McNulty Veteran Business Center\, the area’s preeminent Veteran entrepreneurship resource is partnering with the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau\, Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency\, and the Schenectady County Veterans Peer to Peer Program to offer the Veterans’ Service2Success Resource and Job Fair. \nVeterans’ Service2Success provides FREE access to entrepreneurship\, employment\, education and benefits information for Veterans and their families. Veteran services providers\, employers\, academic institutions\, and public/private entities will exhibit for this day-long event. Featured will be informational sessions for entrepreneurial resources\, veterans’ benefits assistance\, a job fair\, and networking opportunities with dozens of exhibitors\, and includes lunch. SPONSORSHIPS STILL AVAILABLE! \nWHO: Veterans and military family members\nWHEN: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM\nWHERE: Holiday Inn Express I 400 Old Loudon Road\, Latham\, NY 12110 \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/veterans-service2success-resource-and-job-fair-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T100000
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SUMMARY:GOVOLOGY: Maximize Your Potential with the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program
DESCRIPTION:Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register! \nTouted as a “game-changer” when it was first introduced in 2016\, the U.S. Small Business Administration’s All Small Mentor-Protégé Program isn’t new anymore. Known now as simply the “SBA Mentor-Protégé Program\,” it remains a powerful tool for both large and small contractors. \nJoin us for an insightful webinar with Govology’s Legal Analyst\, Steven Koprince\, to gain an in-depth understanding of the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program and how it can be a catalyst for your business growth and success in the government marketplace. Mr. Koprince will share practical insights and real-world examples to help you maximize the benefits of the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/govology-maximize-your-potential-with-the-sbas-mentor-protege-program-2/
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SUMMARY:Government Contracts & Market Intel
DESCRIPTION:As a government contractor\, you’ll learn how to access the financial resources and market intelligence you need to compete for and win federal contracts. TFN Lending offers you specialized financing solutions – including working capital lines of credit\, contract financing\, and payroll funding – designed specifically for the unique cash flow challenges you face in government contracting. As a government contractor\, you can access these services with no upfront costs and no risk\, giving you financial backing to pursue opportunities you might otherwise have to pass on due to capital constraints. \nYou’ll also discover how to gain a competitive edge through strategic market intelligence and positioning for major upcoming contract vehicles. Learn how to leverage EZGovOpps federal market research tools to identify the right opportunities\, analyze your competitors\, and track contracting officers – helping you focus your efforts where you’re most likely to win. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/government-contracts-market-intel/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T022618
CREATED:20260323T174020Z
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SUMMARY:GOVOLOGY: Who Buys What You Sell? A Step-by-Step Process
DESCRIPTION:Enter the code: VBOCR26 when you register! \nSuccessful government contractors rely on more than opportunity searches—they rely on data-driven competitive intelligence. This course teaches you how to use federal procurement data to understand your market\, refine your pricing strategy\, and identify the agencies most likely to buy what you sell. \nThrough a step-by-step\, real-world example\, you will learn how to analyze government purchasing data using multiple federal systems\, including SAM.gov’s Data Bank\, and connect information across several government databases to uncover valuable insights about buying patterns\, competitor activity\, and potential teaming partners. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/govology-who-buys-what-you-sell-a-step-by-step-process/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T100000
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SUMMARY:Engage & Convert: The Email & Social Media Power Play
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to harness the combined power of email and social media to captivate your audience\, grow your subscriber base\, and drive meaningful conversions. We’ll discuss: \n\nOptimizing Your Social Profiles: Fine-tune your profiles to make a lasting impression and draw followers in.\nCrafting Compelling Content: Leverage storytelling techniques to create engaging narratives that resonate with your audience.\nConverting Followers to Subscribers: Turn social media engagement into email subscriptions.\n\nLearn best practices for posting frequency\, timing\, and creating social hooks that stop the scroll. Plus\, we’ll uncover the top reasons people subscribe—discounts\, exclusive content\, or supporting your cause. We will also discuss using AI for content and conversational automation for great service. \nPresented by: Erik Bunaes\, Endorphin® Digital Marketing\, Constant Contact Local Expert and Adjunct Professor of Marketing. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/engage-convert-the-email-social-media-power-play-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
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SUMMARY:Military Spouse Pathway to Business: Online\, New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. June 25th and Fri. June 26th\, 2026 from 8:30AM-1PM. \nMilitary spouses make great entrepreneurs\, and small business ownership can be a transportable vocation that supports frequent relocation-part of the landscape for many military families. The Pathway to Business course introduces military spouses to the key elements of entrepreneurship at no cost. \nIn this course\, military spouses are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business topics such as market research\, economics\, legal considerations\, and finances. You’ll also learn about additional resources available to military spouses for accessing startup capital\, receiving technical assistance\, earning contracting opportunities\, and more. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/military-spouse-pathway-to-business-online-new-york-ny-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T022618
CREATED:20260120T213338Z
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SUMMARY:Military Spouse Pathway to Business: Online\, New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. Sept 24th and Fri. Sept 25th\, 2026 from 8:30AM-1PM. \nMilitary spouses make great entrepreneurs\, and small business ownership can be a transportable vocation that supports frequent relocation-part of the landscape for many military families. The Pathway to Business course introduces military spouses to the key elements of entrepreneurship at no cost. \nIn this course\, military spouses are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business topics such as market research\, economics\, legal considerations\, and finances. You’ll also learn about additional resources available to military spouses for accessing startup capital\, receiving technical assistance\, earning contracting opportunities\, and more. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/military-spouse-pathway-to-business-online-new-york-ny-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T022618
CREATED:20260120T213603Z
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SUMMARY:Military Spouse Pathway to Business: Online\, New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Register for this upcoming FREE 2-day training course Thurs. Nov. 19th and Fri. Nov. 20th\, 2026 from 8:30AM-1PM. \nMilitary spouses make great entrepreneurs\, and small business ownership can be a transportable vocation that supports frequent relocation-part of the landscape for many military families. The Pathway to Business course introduces military spouses to the key elements of entrepreneurship at no cost. \nIn this course\, military spouses are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business topics such as market research\, economics\, legal considerations\, and finances. You’ll also learn about additional resources available to military spouses for accessing startup capital\, receiving technical assistance\, earning contracting opportunities\, and more. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.mcnultycenter.org/event/military-spouse-pathway-to-business-online-new-york-ny-4/
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