Securing the Bag: Competing for Contracts with a Successful Bid and RFP Response

This workshop and panel discussion will focus on how MWBEs can craft and submit successful bids and requests for proposal responses with New York State Agencies and Authorities. Presenters will share tips and guidance to increase the MWBE's competitive edge. MWBEs will also hear directly from fellow small businesses about their experience and tips for obtaining contract awards.

Outreach and Education - OBD sponsors and participate in conferences, meetings, and other forums around the state throughout the year, in an effort to increase awareness and educate people about the state's MWBE and SDVOB programs and how to do business with New York State.


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Two panel discussions with business and political leaders will examine the changes in business practices, what small and medium businesses in the Capital Region can do to adopt, and the support that is available.

Long Island Food Council provides a forum for business leaders to network, problem solve, and obtain advice on critical issues facing their businesses. Members benefit from our committees, educational programs, career resources, research capabilities, mentoring opportunities, business advisory services, and monthly networking events.

Is your life science or health tech company a candidate for federal R&D funding through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) SBIR/STTR programs? The two programs award over $3 billion in high-risk R&D funding annually to qualified small businesses. The process is complex but the impact of receiving $millions in non-dilutive funding is worth the effort.

Join us for a small business resource event at the Hofstra IdeaHUB to learn more about resources available from Empire State Development and our partners at PSEG Long Island, Hofstra Center for Entrepreneurship, Stony Brook Small Business Development Center, Small Business Administration, and LI Development Corporation.

Join us for a small business resource event at the Stony Brook Small Business Development Center to learn more about resources available from Empire State Development and our partners at PSEG Long Island, Stony Brook Small Business Development Center, Small Business Administration, and LI Development Corporation.

The primary purpose of our one-day 8-hour workshop is to ensure that small businesses are aware of the cybersecurity requirements mandated under Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) Subpart 204.73. We will focus on understanding the risks associated with safeguarding controlled unclassified DoD information.

The FDA FSMA was signed into law in 2011. After years of rule making, the compliance dates for small and very small businesses have hit in 2017 and 2018. If you have a food company, you need to know how this law impacts you. FSMA enables FDA problems after they occur. The law also gives FDA new enforcement authorities to achieve higher rates of compliance with prevention- and risk-based safety standards. This session will provide an overview of the key components of this new law and share insights on where Long Island Food Council members can turn for additional help.


Networking in the exhibit hall facilitates relationship-building between certified MWBEs, New York State agencies, prime contractors, and private companies. Insightful sessions will provide strategies and best practices across critical topics like successfully bidding on contracts, engaging as a small business in mega projects, accessing capital and grants, and delivering on state contracts post-award.

Luis C. Cabn, Executive Director, Southside Institutions Neighborhood Alliance, Inc.

 Luis Cabn is Executive Director of SINA, a neighborhood development organization undertaking a $175-million revitalization initiative called Cityscape in south Hartford neighbrohoods. Luis developed the Cityscape strategic plan in 1996 which encompasses housing, community safety, economic and workforce development, and community life and education. Its flagship project developed jointly with Trinity College is the $112 million Learning Corridor, a pre-K to 12 grade 4-school campus. Over $15 million have been leveraged for new construction and rehabilitation of homes for first-time home buyers and for affordable rental housing; over $8 million for street improvements; close to $7 million for small business loans; and over $132,000 in scholarships to Bulkeley High School graduates going on to 4-year colleges and universities. Luis also founded and led the Latino Civic Engagement Academy for leaders interested in running for public office.

The mayor's ending of the student cell phone ban in schools goes into effect on Monday. On Thursday morning, the mayor will speak to Association for a Better New York (ABNY), a prominent city business group. Two years ago as a candidate for mayor, de Blasio unveiled his universal pre-K plan at his ABNY visit. Last year, he took a victory lap on the subject and also discussed his plans to work with the business community. This year, expect the mayor to tout his Small Business First initiative, his Department of Consumer Affairs' work reducing fines on small businesses, his proposal to simplify the City's tax code and align it with the State's, and more.

Albany, centrally located between Kansas City, Des Moines, and Omaha, is a small but progressive community of approximately 1,700. Residents enjoy a reasonable cost of living along with a first-rate quality of life and easy access to all the region has to offer. Albany features excellent schools, parks, and recreational opportunities. Access to outstanding health care is available locally. Get involved in one of our many community groups or join a board or committee. New fiber internet service is in place now for your business, home or remote work needs. Space and infrastructure are readily available at our Industrial Park.

On June 28, 2023, LISC NY, The Exchange at Beverly Gray, and The Foundry, hosted an information session about the East Buffalo Small Business Working Capital Grant. The $3 million program will provide grants of $5,000 to $50,000 to eligible small businesses in Main Street (properties fronting on both sides); North Street (properties fronting on both sides); Michigan Street (properties fronting on both sides); William Street (properties fronting on both sides); Belt line; also known as the Eastern DL&W Rail Line (properties on the west of the corridor); and Kensington Avenue (properties on both sides). Applications are due by Friday, July 21, 2023. Learn more about the grant here.

On February 7th, LISC NY, The Exchange at Beverly Gray, and The Foundry, hosted an information session about the East Buffalo Small Business Working Capital Grant. The $3 million program will provide grants of $5,000 to $50,000 to eligible small businesses in the 14208, 14209, and part of the 14204 zip codes of East Buffalo, to help largely minority-owned establishments rebound from the social and economic impacts of the mass shooting at Tops Friendly Market on Jefferson Avenue earlier this year. Learn more about this grant here. The application is closed.

On March 1, 2022, LISC NY partnered with Chase for Business to co-host a virtual learning session for small, minority, women, veterans, LGBTQ+, and immigrant business owners. In this webinar series, Chase for Business discussed vital components for entrepreneurs seeking to build a lasting business foundation. Some of the topics covered will included: Thinking Like an Entrepreneur, Developing Agility and Resilience, and other topics related to business fundamentals. Take an opportunity to review our presentation, the Business 201 Workbook provided by Chase for Business, and the video recap below.

In a strategic partnership to support small businesses, LISC, Verizon, and Next Street have collaborated to launch Verizon Small Business Digital Ready! The program is simple to use, with all the information available online in one place. The event took place on Oct. 25, 2021. Please watch the video of the engagement session here.

In recent years, the city's government has invested resources to cultivate venues and neighborhoods that attract after-hours business. Madison Avenue, Pearl Street, Delaware Avenue and Lark Street are the most active entertainment areas in the city. Many restaurants, clubs, and bars have opened since the mid-1990s, revitalizing areas that had once been abandoned and reclaiming old row houses, businesses, and a pump station.[191] Bars are concentrated in three areas: about two blocks on Park Street, downtown; along Lark Street, home to smaller bars, which fit the neighborhood's artistic and eclectic style; and Western and Madison Avenues, in midtown, centered on the College of Saint Rose and SUNY Albany's downtown campus and drawing younger people.[194] Much of the bar restaurant scene features classic Irish Pubs.[195]

Mayor Kim welcomed attendees to the second annual Minority and Women Business Enterprise Summit hosted by Soteryx and the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce at the Adelphi Hotel in Saratoga Springs on September 27. The forum brings together experts in finance, government, business development and security to discuss the opportunities and challenges unique to MWBEs. be457b7860

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