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THIS WEEK'S CHAMBER NEWS TO KNOW January 8, 2019

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CHAMBER NEWS

Lou Miller Awards take place Feb. 13 The Louis R. Miller Business Leadership Awards breakfast takes place on Wednesday, February 13 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Dr. Kenneth Byalin (Integration Charter Schools), Rev. Dr. Demetrius Carolina (Central Family Life Center), Keith Cummings (KCM Plumbing), Massimo DiDonna (Partners in Sound Productions Inc.), Annamarie Gulino Gentile (Angiuli & Gentile LLP), Danielle Reyes (Wealth & Legacy Group), De bra Surmanek (Ivy Branding & Marketing Group), and Tariq Zaid (Richmond Hood Co.) will be honored. Read some of the stories already featured about the honorees.

Dr. Kenneth Byalin Integration Charter Schools

Massimo DiDonna Partners in Sound Productions Inc.

Annamarie Gulino Gentile Angiuli & Gentile LLP

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Legislation news that could affect your small business With the new year comes new rules and legislation small business owners should know. 1.) The minimum hourly wage in New York has increased. Learn more.

2.) The NYC Department of Labor releases newly revised rules regarding employee scheduling. Learn more. 3.) Governor Cuomo vetoes a bill that would have extended paid bereavement leave to 12 weeks. Learn more. 4.) New York City stores and food-service businesses can no longer offer, sell or possess single-use foam food containers. Learn more.

Call for Gala Committee Members The Annual Gala is the longest-running Chamber program and one of Staten Island’s premier business and social events. With a different theme each year, this fun event celebrates the Chamber’s birthday/anniversary, and is the main fundraising event of the year. The guest list includes the Chamber’s Board of Directors and other leaders, business owners, executives, community leaders and elected officials. Committee members will meet bi-weekly and are expected to assist in planning, promoting, and setting up for the event, as well as seeking sponsors, attendees, and raffle prizes.

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Small Business Services Open House Stop in Thursday, January 31, 2019 between 9am to 12pm to get an overview of FREE Business Services and complimentary bagels. WHO: NYC Small Business Services & SI Chamber WHAT: Business Services Open House WHEN: Thursday, January 31 between 9am to 12pm WHERE: 950 W. Fingerboard Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, 4th Floor Conference Room WHY: Get an overview of FREE Business Services

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MEMBER NEWS

NYCEDC Facilitates Over $130M in bonds for RUMCSI The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) announced the Build NYC board approval of $132 million in tax-exempt bonds to help fuel the modernization of Richmond University Medical Center of Staten Island. The project, which has received funding from the City, Borough President James Oddo, Council Members Debi Rose and Steven Matteo, and other local stakeholders, will include the addition of a 21st century emergency department and further positions the medical center to meet the growing health care needs of Staten Island residents.

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NEWS

Nominations for National Small Business Week Awards end tomorrow Are you a small business owner with an amazing success story to tell? If so, submit your nomination for the 2019 National Small Business Week Awards. All nominations must be mailed or hand delivered to the nearest SBA Office no later than Wednesday at 3 p.m.

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BUSINESS TIP Mount Sinai Selikoff Centers for Occupational Health

Smartphone injury prevention tips Many business owners depend on their smartphones and use them throughout the day for emails, internet, texting, and other business-related issues. For this reason, many users experience hand aches and inflammation.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Google GoDigital can help you market your business. Staten Island GoDigital sponsored by Google is a program that helps Staten Island businesses market themselves for free. If you’re a business owner, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce can help you list your business on Google Maps, including photos and building profiles. If you aren’t listed, it’ll be easier for potential customers to find you!

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Chamber Events & Workshops

January 31 Small Business Services Open House February 13 Louis R. Miller Business Leadership Awards March 6 CareerCon April 6 124 SI Chamber Gala

Business Events & Workshops

January 10 SCORE webinar -- Maximizing After-Tax Profits on Your 2018 Return January 14 SBDC: 2019 Tax Guide Seminar January 17 SCORE webinar -- How Can Small Businesses Comply with OSHA Standards? January 20 Lions Pride Leadership & Business Workshop January 22 Applications due for Love Your Local Small Business grant program January 24 SCORE webinar -- The Power of Tiny Marketing Actions January 31 SCORE webinar -- How to Connect with Any Potential Customer, Referral Partner or Influencer

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