NYC Business Solutions in Upper Manhattan and Washington Heights

Harlem Commonwealth Council operates the NYC Business Solutions Centers of Upper Manhattan and Washington Heights on behalf of Small Business Services (SBS) to helps businesses open, operate, and expand in New York City.

Entrepreneurs and business owners can access quick, reliable, and free information online by visiting the NYC Business Solutions website, available at a link below. In-person assistance is also available at the NYC Business Solutions Centers located in all five boroughs; see below for a link to NYC Business Solutions Center Locations. 

Help for Businesses

Assistance provided by NYC Business Solutions includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Hiring

Assistance with business recruitment needs through access to a pool of pre-screened job candidates.

Training Funds

Access to matching funds for employee training will improve employee skills and increase the quality of business operations.

Business Establishment and Contract Review

Leveraging a network of pro-bono lawyers to assist with choosing a legal structure, registering a business, and assessing a lease or contract.

Financing

Assessment of the right lending opportunities for a client and assistance packaging loan applications while leveraging existing relationships with lenders to increase the chances of successfully receiving a loan.

M/WBE Certification

Assistance completing the process to become certified as a Minority or Women-Owned (M / WBE) Business Enterprise. M / WBE Certified businesses will have access to exclusive assistance related to bidding and procurement opportunities.

Navigating Government

Guidance with navigating complicated government procedures which will help businesses smoothly address requirements and regulations.

Incentives

Assistance identifying and securing business incentives that will save money as the business relocates, expands, or makes capital improvements.

Business Courses

Courses to unlock the economic potential of businesses with classes on developing a business plan, bookkeeping, marketing, government certifications, and so much more. Click here to register for an upcoming course.

 

Center Locations

NYC Business Solutions of Upper Manhattan Center

361 W 125th Street, Second Floor, New York, NY 10027

To speak to a representative, call (212) 749-0900 x125 between the hours of 9AM-5PM.

 

NYC Business Solutions of Washington Heights Center

560 W 181st Street, New York, NY 10033

To speak to a representative, call (212) 749-0900 x126 between the hours of 9AM-5PM.

 
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    Competitive grant program to help businesses invest in their employees.
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