Queens Economic Development Corporation

Queens Economic Development Corporation We're here to make Queens thrive. Founded in 1977.

Our mission is to help entrepreneurs start and maintain successful small businesses by partnering with local organizations to develop commercial districts and promote Queens as a destination for residential, business, and visitor growth. During the COVID pandemic, QEDC will provide a wide array of resources, promote small businesses, help food makers in the Entrepreneur Space prepare meals for Fro

nt Line caregivers, and offer virtual counseling and webinars to guide business owners as they reopen.

Looking for funding for your business? 💰Join us on June 23 from 6–8 PM for an in-person workshop on preparing your finan...
06/04/2026

Looking for funding for your business? 💰

Join us on June 23 from 6–8 PM for an in-person workshop on preparing your financial statements and tax returns for bank financing.

Learn what lenders look for when reviewing applications, how to present your financials effectively, and common mistakes that can hurt your chances of securing capital. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions and speak directly with finance professional Dijon, who brings over 17 years of experience in banking and lending.

📍 120-55 Queens Blvd, Suite 200, Kew Gardens, NY
Register here: https://services.queensny.org/event/preparing-your-financial-statements-and-tax-returns-for-bank-financing/

Register today and take the next step toward funding your business 📈

Go New York Go New York Go! 🏀🔥🏀🔥
06/04/2026

Go New York Go New York Go! 🏀🔥🏀🔥

Ready, Set, Go 🚀Join us on June 9 at 7PM for a free 60-minute workshop covering the essentials of starting a business—fr...
06/02/2026

Ready, Set, Go 🚀

Join us on June 9 at 7PM for a free 60-minute workshop covering the essentials of starting a business—from legal considerations to funding your venture 💼

Led by Roy Pellicano, a seasoned business and IT advisor, this session is perfect for anyone ready to take the first step.

Register now to get started : https://services.queensny.org/event/ready-set-go-46/



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Build stronger financial systems for your business this June 💼📊Join our upcoming webinar series covering QuickBooks Onli...
06/01/2026

Build stronger financial systems for your business this June 💼📊

Join our upcoming webinar series covering QuickBooks Online, bookkeeping foundations, tax planning, financial statements, and common financial mistakes small business owners should avoid.

Whether you are organizing your finances for the first time or looking to better understand your numbers, these sessions are designed to help entrepreneurs build confidence and make smarter financial decisions 📈

🗓️ Multiple webinar sessions throughout June
⏰ Evening classes from 6–8PM EST

Register now through the link:
https://services.queensny.org/event/paying-yourself-as-an-entrepreneur-tax-planning-to-avoid-tax-day-surprises/

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05/22/2026

What a night! ✨🍽️

Thank you to everyone who attended, showcased, sponsored, and helped make Queens Taste such an incredible celebration of the World’s Borough. From unforgettable flavors to community connections, the energy in the room was a reminder of what makes Queens unlike anywhere else. 🌎

Queens showed up — and once again proved why this is the ultimate World’s Borough.

Until next year… 🥂

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05/22/2026

What a night! ✨🍽️

Queens Economic Development Executive Director, Ben Guttmann from this year's Queens Taste at the Sound River Studios in LIC, Queens kicks off this year's event.

Thank you to everyone who attended, showcased, sponsored, and helped make Queens Taste such an incredible celebration of the World’s Borough. From unforgettable flavors to community connections, the energy in the room was a reminder of what makes Queens unlike anywhere else. 🌎

Queens showed up- and once again proved why this is the ultimate World’s Borough.

Until next year… 🥂

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Looking to grow your business with government contracts? 📈Join this free online webinar to learn how to become certified...
05/19/2026

Looking to grow your business with government contracts? 📈

Join this free online webinar to learn how to become certified as a Minority/Woman-owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) with NYC and NYS. Discover what you need for certification, how to access government contracting opportunities, and ways to use your certification to win more business.

🗓 May 21
⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
💻 Online Event
🎟 Free
https://services.queensny.org/event/get-business-from-nyc-and-nys-government-m-wbe-certification-35/

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📢 Webinar Schedule UpdatesPlease note the following changes to our upcoming sessions:📅 May 16 → Rescheduled to May 18⏰ M...
05/18/2026

📢 Webinar Schedule Updates

Please note the following changes to our upcoming sessions:

📅 May 16 → Rescheduled to May 18
⏰ May 20 → New time: 6–9 PM
💻 May 21 → Session will now be online
Find them here: https://services.queensny.org/events/

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Finance Forward is back this May with workshops designed to help small business owners grow smarter 💼📈This month’s sessi...
05/08/2026

Finance Forward is back this May with workshops designed to help small business owners grow smarter 💼📈

This month’s sessions cover:
💰 Financial health & business growth
📊 Separating personal and business finances
🤝 Supplier diversity & government contracting
🧾 Business structures, taxes, and record keeping
🚀 Using capital strategically to grow your business

Join online and in-person sessions throughout May and gain practical tools, funding guidance, and expert insights to support your next stage of growth.

Register now through the links: https://lnkd.in/eHDfrZMz

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Holiday gift hunting just got easier (and more delicious). 🎁 Join us for our Made in Queens Holiday Pop-Up Market on Dec...
12/12/2025

Holiday gift hunting just got easier (and more delicious). 🎁

Join us for our Made in Queens Holiday Pop-Up Market on December 16 and 17 at Bulova Corporate Center.

Find unique gifts from talented local vendors, including a number of our clients.

Featuring:

📍75-20 Astoria Blvd S, East Elmhurst, NY 11370

Address

120-55 Queens Boulevard, Ste 309
Kew Gardens, NY
11424

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17182630546

Website

https://linkin.bio/queens_edc

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