Join us, Wednesday, April 17, from 10-11:00am ET for this free hour-long session about Protecting Yourself and Your Team: Coverage essentials for Businesses. The NYS Workers’ Compensation Board’s program director, Walter Peretti, will present on what employers, business owners, and human resources staff need to know about the workers’ compensation system, and how the Office […]
Join us April 22 as Sunmark Federal Credit Union presents on Credit 101. Sunmark will provide essential insights into credit scores, how they are calculated, and their impact on financial decisions. Whether you're new to credit or looking to improve your score, this guide provides valuable knowledge to help you take control of your financial […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! Obtaining a Facility Clearance (FCL) can be a game-changer for federal government contractors, unlocking new opportunities to work on classified projects and expand business potential. However, an FCL is far more than a simple compliance credential—it is a serious commitment with strict security obligations, continuous oversight, and operational impacts. Companies pursuing […]
Once all spots are filled, names will be added to the waitlist. QuickBooks is one of today’s business accounting lifesavers. This simple-to-use software can help you manage your inventory, track the costs of your business, generate professional invoices and purchase orders, stay on top of accounts payables and receivables and ensure that your yearly tax […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! For many innovative small businesses and startups, an SBIR or STTR award is their first government contract or grant. However, these programs come with unique compliance and certification requirements that differ significantly from standard federal procurement processes. Understanding these rules is crucial, as non-compliance can jeopardize award eligibility, lead to false claims sanctions, […]
The McNulty Veteran Business Center, the area’s preeminent Veteran entrepreneurship resource is partnering with the Veterans Resource & Outreach Center, Albany County Veterans Service Bureau, Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency, and Schenectady County Veterans Peer to Peer Program to offer the Veterans’ Service2Success Resource and Job Fair. Veterans’ Service2Success provides FREE access to entrepreneurship, employment, […]
Join us April 29 as Sunmark Federal Credit Union presents on Identity Theft. In this webinar you will gain a clear understanding of identity theft, including what it is, how it happens, and how to protect yourself. This presentation provides practical steps to minimize risk and immediate actions to take if you become a victim. […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! Navigating the federal marketplace can be challenging for small business owners, especially when they lack access to critical information about government contracts, award decisions, and potential competition. Many businesses don’t realize they have the right to request and obtain valuable contract-related information through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)—a tool that […]
Join us, Wednesday, May 7th, from 10-11:30am ET for this free hour-long session and bring all your small business questions. These questions can include but not limited to, government contracting, certifications, access to capital, grants, how to start or expand your small business, when to utilize professional services, marketing, economics, resources for veteran owned business, […]
Supporting a military career can be a job all on its own. Military spouses looking to start or grow a small business need help. For this reason, SBA offers the same flexible resources for spouses as we do for veteran business owners. Please join us in celebrating National Military Spouse Day with a one-hour virtual […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! When the government terminates a contract for convenience, it can leave contractors facing significant financial and operational setbacks. To mitigate these impacts, businesses must act quickly to prepare a thorough termination settlement proposal—one that captures incurred costs, outstanding commitments, and lost profits on completed work. This webinar offers practical guidance on […]
USE CODE 52VBOCR20 WHEN YOU REGISTER! For small business set-aside contracts, including socioeconomic set-asides like the 8(a) program, a federal contractor must meet the SBA’s size standards. These size standards vary by industry and solicitation and are based on either average annual receipts or the number of employees. But size alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Many […]