In partnership with the SBA (Small Business Administration), CMP BOC will be hosting a webinar on PPP Loan Forgiveness at 7 - 8:30 PM, Thursday, 6/24.
The webinar will be conducted in Chinese Mandarin. To RSVP, please visit: http://bit.ly/CMP624.
Digital Marketing Online Course
Partnering with NYC Department of Small Business Services, CMP will be offering a series of Digital Marketing Online Classes every other Wednesday, 7-9 PM, from July 14th through September 22th, 2021!
Session topics include:
Developing a marketing strategy
creating contents your customers value
Building your own business website
Search engine optimization
and many more
Contact MoruLiang@cmpny.org to learn more or register for all or some of the sessions.
CMP BOC is Back!
CMP BOC (Business Outreach Center), currently located at 123 Walker St., New York, NY 10013, has been partially re-opened on June 7th to provide small business owners in-person consulting services, technical assistance, and application assistance for COVID relief grant and loan programs.
The BOC office will open every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 9 AM to 5 PM. It will operate remotely every Tuesday and Thursday until further announcement.
Appointments and face masks are required in order to visit our office. To schedule an appointment, please call (212) 571- 1698.
CMP’s other services will continue to be delivered through phone and online platforms until further announcement.
Interested in Applying for Restaurant Revitalization Fund?
Attend our online Workshop on Restaurant Revitalization Fund(RRF) (in Cantonese and Mandarin) on Monday, May 17th, 3 - 5 PM to learn more about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund program details, eligibility, application process, and other information.
RSVP here: bit.ly/CMP517
For more information about the workshop or application assistance for the RRF, please contact CMP BOC at larrymei@cmpny.org.
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Webinar on PPP Loan and Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grants - May 6
In collaboration with Bank of America, CMP BOC will provide a webinar on PPP Loan and Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grants in Chinese Mandarin on Thursday, May 6th, at 7 -8 PM.
Join to learn more about PPP application process and forgiveness, and Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grants application process! RSVP here: bit.ly/CMPMAY6
Workshop on Restaurant Revitalization Fund
Attend our Workshop on Restaurant Revitalization Fund (in Mandarin) this Friday, 4/23, 3-4:30 PM to learn more about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund program details, eligibility, application process, and other information.
RSVP here: bit.ly/CMP423
For more information about the Workshop and application assistance for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, please contact CMP BOC at larrymei@cmpny.org.
Chinese American Small Business Impact & Recovery Survey Report
During the period of September 2020 through December 2020, CMP and the Rotary Club of Chinatown NYC conducted a mini survey of Chinese American businesses in New York City.
From the 66 responses we received, we learned about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on them, and the support that they need towards recovery. Based on this survey and the numerous dialogues in which the Rotary Club of Chinatown NYC and CMP participated, we also compiled a list of recommendations to be shared with small business owners, community advocates, policy makers, the philanthropic sector, and concerned individuals.
This report focuses on presentation of key findings and recommendations derived from the survey. For a complete set of survey questions and aggregate responses, please contact us at info@cmpny.org.
Webinar on PPP and Small Businesses Resources on 4/15
CMP, alongside a panel of experts, will be joining the PPP & Small Businesses Resources Webinar hosted by Congresswoman Nydia Velázquez in Chinese Mandarin Thursday, 4/15, at 3 pm.
Attend for information on the SBA’s PPP and the most recent PPP deadline extension, as well as information on EIDL program.
Webinar link: https://bit.ly/3e02Pgq
Webinar on COVID Relief Programs for Small Businesses on 4/19
In partnership with the SBA (Small Business Administration), we will be hosting a webinar on Updates of SBA COVID-19 Relief Programs at 7 -8 PM, Monday, 4/19.
Small businesses please join us to learn more about:
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)
Shuttered Venue Operator Grant (SVOG)
Restaurant Revitalization Fund Application
and more!
The webinar will be conducted in Chinese. To RSVP, please visit: http://bit.ly/CMP419.
Train and Retain Your Employees
The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) launched the Customized Training Grant Program to help NYC-based businesses train and retain their employees. It’s a reimbursable training grant for businesses that are for-profit, operating for at least one year, and able to pay for training upfront.
Businesses identify a problem(s) they are facing and select the training(s) that will help them solve for this problem(s). SBS will reimburse up to 60% of the total training costs in one or more of the following areas:
Training on recently purchased equipment or software
Training to offer new services/products to reach new markets
Training to give current staff new skills to advance into hard-to-fill positions
Training to update obsolete skills that are necessary for the business to be competitive
If your business is interested in applying for this program, please contact CMP BOC (Business Outreach Center) at LarryMei@cmpny.org for assistance.
Webinar on Business Re-Opening
Are you looking to re-open your business? Attend our webinar on April 7th, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM, to learn how to find information regarding State’s and City’s opening guidelines for your industry, and resources that are available to help your business adapt to a changing business environment.
Resources include:
Virtual Compliance Advisement
Financial Assistance
Commercial Lease Assistance
FREE Face Coverings and a PPE Supplier Directory
Online Business Education Courses
Employee Support
The webinar will be conducted in Chinese Mandarin. Register here: https://bit.ly/3qsRIRF
Webinars on COVID-19 Relief Loan Programs
In collaboration with TruFund Financial Services, CMP will provide a series of webinars in Chinese Mandarin to help small businesses learn about financing options and the application process on:
Wednesday, 2/3, 7 PM - 8:30 PM - Emergency Loan Programs for Small Businesses. RSVP: http://bit.ly/CMPFEB03
Wednesday, 2/10, 7 PM - 8:30 PM - How to Apply for PPP Loan Forgiveness. RSVP: HTTP://BIT.LY/CMPFEB10
Wednesday, 2/17, 7 PM - 8:30 PM - Getting ready for PPP. RSVP: HTTP://BIT.LY/CMPFEB17
If you have any questions regarding the webinars or need assistance for your small business, please contact us at MoruLiang@cmpny.org.
Webinar on Employment and Workplace Regulations for Small Businesses
CMP will be hosting a webinar with NYC Commission on Human Rights on Wednesday, Jan 20th, 7-8:30 PM, to help small businesses and employers learn more about employment rights and workplace regulations.
The webinar will be held in Chinese Mandarin. RSVP at http://bit.ly/JAN20CMP .
Webinar on PPP and EIDL Guidelines
Does your business need to apply for the next round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)? Attend the Webinar on New PPP+EIDL Guidelines on Thursday, Jan. 21st, at 12 noon.
Webinar will be conducted in Chinese Mandarin.
Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89881057119
Join Via Phone：16468769923, Meeting ID: 898 8105 7119
【REGISTER NOW】Free Webinar: How To Start An Amazon Business
CMP will be hosting a webinar to help aspiring entrepreneurs find out the best way to launch and grow online business on Amazon on Wednesday, October 21 at 7:00 PM.
The webinar is designed to help entrepreneurs learn all the essentials to start and run a thriving e-commerce business, from how to set up an Amazon Seller Account, how to choose selling plans, to how to drive traffic to your store, and many other skills needed to successfully run your Amazon business.
Online registration is open. Please register at http://bit.ly/CMP1021.
人力中心下属的商业辅助中心将于10月21日举办亚马逊营销创业讲座。届时将会邀请专业人士为大家讲授亚马逊创业的具体流程，相关费用及运营策略等实务技能，还将会分析当前互联网创业所面临的机遇和挑战。该讲座除了帮助大家掌握亚马逊营销的基础技能外，亦能够加深了解网络创业的营商环境。
讲座时间为10月21日，星期三晚上7:00 至 8:30。讲座报名链接：http://bit.ly/CMP1021
Small Business Bootcamp - Starting Sat. 9/26
Our 26th annual Small Business Bootcamp is starting this Saturday, 9/26! Limited seats are still available. Register today: email us at larrymei@cmpny.org!
This is a series of 10-week courses designed to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge, tools, and resources required to start and grow successful businesses. Course topics range from entity formation and business regulations to financial management and access to capital, presented by lawyers, accountants, insurance experts, small business financial experts, etc.
Courses will be held every Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm, from 9/26 through 12/12. For more information and to register, please email us at larrymei@cmpny.org.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Webinar
In partnership with the NYC Small Business Services, we will be hosting a free Search Engine Optimization (SEO) webinar on Wednesday, September 16th, 2020, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Sign up to get insights from our experts and guest speakers to learn more about the future of digital means for your business development! At the end of the webinar, you will be able to:
Define the top 9 factors that search engines use to rank websites
Evaluate real websites (including your own) for their strengths and weaknesses
Raise your website’s ranking using keywords, tags, backlinks, and more
The webinar will be conducted in Mandarin Chinese. Register now while seats are still available: rb.gy/dkqvuw. For more information, please contact us at MoruLiang@cmpny.org.
Webinar - Building Your Own Business Website
In collaboration with NYC Small Business Services, we will be hosting a free webinar on “Building Your Own Business Website” on Wednesday, August 12 at 7:00PM. The webinar is designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners learn about digital marketing skills to promote business and using online tools to build a business website.
The webinar will be conducted in Chinese Mandarin. To RSVP, please visit https://rb.gy/wfycry. For more information, please contact us at MoruLiang@cmpny.org.
FREE Social Media Marketing Webinar
Do you want to find out how social media marketing really works, and how you can use social media platforms in a right way to connect with your potential clients? Sign up for our upcoming Social Media Marketing Webinar which will take place on Wednesday, 7/29/20, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The webinar will be conducted in Mandarin Chinese. For registration: https://bit.ly/2ZnGaEU
CMP Appoints Larry Mei Director of Entrepreneurship
We are pleased to announce the promotion of Larry Mei from Senior Business Counselor of its Business Outreach Center (CMP BOC) to Director of Entrepreneurship effective July 1, 2020.
Larry providing counseling services to an entrepreneur
Larry has over ten years of extensive knowledge and experience in entrepreneurship development and micro-financing. He originally joined CMP BOC as a Business Counselor, assisting entrepreneurs and business owners in overcoming challenges and building successful micro enterprises. In his new role as Director of Entrepreneurship, Larry will be leading our economic development team to design programs and strategies in supporting small businesses and promoting/rebuilding the community’s economic engine. Larry is a graduate of Baruch College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. He is also a former business owner in e-commerce. During his leisure time, Larry loves hiking, kayaking and swimming. He also enjoys traveling and eating great food.
About CMP BOC:
CMP’s Business Outreach Center (CMP BOC) empowers our community through strengthening its small businesses. We operate one of New York State’s 24 certified Entrepreneurial Assistance Centers (EAC). CMP BOC offers entrepreneurship training, individual technical assistance, and resource referral, and helps small business over crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, hurricane Sandy, and 9/11.
Over the past 10 years, we assisted over 930 entrepreneurs and small business owners through one-on-one counseling and coaching services. In addition, we hosted 712 workshops and seminars, helped 122 businesses increase sales by $4.2 million, created 137 jobs, and assisted businesses to secure $4.5 million loans and grants. CMP BOC is a community partner of the BOC Network, serving the New York and New Jersey metropolitan area.