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SUMMARY:SBS-APEX:  Contract Management Series - HR Management Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nEvent lasts 2 hours\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers this six-part Contract Management Series. \n\n\n\n\nThis Webinar will provide participants with an overview in identifying key project management tasks\, best practices and techniques required for successful contract delivery. \nThe participants will learn how to embrace the mindset of a project manager and offer insight into the fundamentals of project management for the successful completion of a contract. \nYou Will Learn\n\nHow to identify and understand the critical thinking and mindset required to help support project success.\nGain awareness of the key areas of focus managing a successful project.\nConnect the “Iron Triangle” to your contract’s growth and management schedule.\nIdentify resources and techniques that will support your success completion.\n\nRegister today!\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n    REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-ptac-contract-management-series-hr-management-fundamentals/
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS - Contract Management Series
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SUMMARY:SBS-APEX:  Contract Management Series -  HR Management Compliance
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\nEvery day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers this six-part Contract Management series. \n\n\n\n\nManaging human resources effectively is critical for government contractors working with NYC agencies. From labor law compliance to workforce management and conflict resolution\, a strong HR strategy ensures project success\, legal compliance\, and a productive workforce. \nThis workshop is designed to help Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs)\, prime contractors\, and subcontractors navigate the complex world of HR management for NYC contracts. \nWhy This Workshop Matters: \nHuman resource management is a cornerstone of compliance and operational success for NYC contractors. This workshop provides actionable strategies and insights to help you manage your workforce\, avoid legal pitfalls\, and foster a safe\, inclusive workplace. \nWhat You’ll Gain: \n\nUnderstand Core Labor Laws: Master the intricacies of NYC and NYS labor laws\, including prevailing wage compliance and timekeeping requirements.\nStreamline Workforce Management: Learn how to handle I-9 verification\, paid leave policies\, and effective time tracking systems.\nEnhance Workplace Safety: Discover how to implement workplace violence prevention plans and comply with the NYS HERO Act.\nFoster Inclusivity: Develop anti-discrimination policies that align with NYC Human Rights Law and create an equitable environment.\nManage Subcontractor Oversight: Learn how to monitor subcontractor compliance\, manage union relationships\, and ensure adherence to labor laws.\nResolve Conflicts Proactively: Build skills in conflict resolution and mediation to maintain positive working relationships.\n\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nThe fundamentals of NYC and NYS labor laws\, including wage standards and workforce documentation requirements.\nBest practices for managing HR compliance\, from onboarding to payroll audits.\nHow to create a safe\, inclusive workplace that complies with anti-discrimination laws.\nStrategies for subcontractor oversight and effective labor relations.\nPractical techniques for resolving workplace disputes and fostering collaboration.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nM/WBE business owners.\nHR professionals and project managers.\nPrime contractors and subcontractors managing NYC government contracts.\nAnyone looking to strengthen their HR compliance and management skills.\n\nDon’t Miss This Opportunity: \nJoin us to gain the tools and knowledge to master HR management\, ensure compliance\, and build a stronger workforce. Reserve your spot today and position your organization for success in NYC contracting! \n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars in our Contract Management Series. \n\nContract Award Process\nHR Management\nPrime and Subcontractor Relationships\nProject Management for Professional Services\nRecordkeeping and Reporting\nContract Management and Performance Evaluations\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-contract-management-series-hr-management-compliance/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS - Contract Management Series
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SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Preparing for Networking Events
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nEvent lasts 2 hours\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop helps participants enhance their networking and communication skills by identifying target audiences\, mastering communication tools\, and learning proper etiquette. It also covers effective strategies for following up to turn connections into long-term opportunities. \nThis workshop focuses on enhancing your networking and communication skills to build meaningful professional relationships. Participants will learn how to identify and engage their target audience effectively\, ensuring their networking efforts are focused and impactful. The session covers mastering communication tools and understanding the proper etiquette to navigate various networking environments with confidence. Additionally\, strategies for successful follow-up will be explored\, emphasizing how to maintain connections and turn them into long-term opportunities. By the end of this workshop\, participants will be equipped with the skills to network strategically and communicate professionally. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nIdentifying Your Target Audience\nMastering Networking Communication Tools\nLearning Proper Communication Etiquette\nImportant Strategies for Following Up Success\n\nTOPICS\n\nIdentify/engaging with target audiences at events\nUnderstanding how and when to effectively use communication tools\nProper communication etiquette\nHow to navigate different communication environments\nStrategies to ensure successful follow-up for relationship development and maintenance\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nNew and Existing MWBEs\nFirms looking to expand their network\nBusinesses looking to expand into NYC\nThose looking for partnership opportunities\nBusinesses struggling with networking\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov  \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-technical-assistance-preparing-for-networking-events/
CATEGORIES:SBS-APEX Accelerator
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SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Responding to RFPs
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshops equips participants with the knowledge and tools to navigate the RFP process\, strategically evaluate opportunities\, and submit competitive proposals. \nThis workshop is designed to help participants navigate the NYC procurement process and successfully respond to RFPs. Attendees will learn how to use PASSPort to identify key submission requirements and develop a structured Go/No Go decision-making process to evaluate opportunities. The workshop covers how to prepare a compliant and competitive technical and cost proposal\, while addressing key requirements such as diversity participation goals. Participants will also gain insights into post-submission strategies\, including debriefs and Freedom of Information requests\, to improve future proposals. By the end\, they will be equipped to evaluate\, prepare\, and submit successful proposals while ensuring compliance with MWBE and subcontracting goals. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nUnderstanding how to navigate PASSPort for NYC procurement opportunities.\nDeveloping a Go/No Go decision-making process to evaluate RFP opportunities.\nStructuring and preparing a responsive technical and cost proposal.\nComplying with key RFP requirements and addressing diversity participation goals.\nImplementing post-submission strategies\, including debriefs and Freedom of Information requests.\n\nTOPICS\n\nPASSPort for procurement opportunities\nTips\, tricks\, and strategies for responding to RFPs\nTechnical and cost proposal structuring\nDiversity Participation goals\nPost-submission strategies (win or lose)\nAligning your proposal to solicitation requirements\nCompliance requirements\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND:\n\nMWBE Contractors\nSmall Business Owners\nProcurement Professionals\nNewly Certified MWBE firms\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-ptac-responding-to-rfps-3/
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CATEGORIES:SBS-APEX Accelerator
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