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June 26, 2024

SCORE-Staten Island Online Workshop July 18 to ‘Demystify’ State Sales Tax for Small Businesses

Free workshop sponsored by Flagstar Bank seeks to help businesses maintain compliance STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (June 26, 2024) – Small-business owners can gain insight into some all-important state tax obligations during an upcoming SCORE-Staten Island webinar. The free online workshop – “Demystifying New York Sales Tax for Small Businesses” – is scheduled for Thursday, July 18, […]
June 24, 2024

Mandarino Chiropractic Nets ‘Best Expansion and Remodel Award’

Multi-office chiropractic practice headed by Dr. Frank J. Mandarino is lauded by Smart Marketing for the recent renovation of its Staten Island, N.Y., facility STATEN ISLAND, NY. (June 2024)–  Mandarino Chiropractic, an award-winning practice with multiple locations, was recently honored during a business and professional networking event hosted by Tinton Falls, N.J.-based Smart Marketing. The May […]
June 1, 2024

Chiropractor Dr. Frank J. Mandarino’s New Jersey Sports Chiropractic Marks Anniversary of Health-Benefiting Sauna Arrival

State-of-the-art unit is one in a wide range of therapeutic options available at the health-centric Morganville site Morganville, N.J. — A leading-edge sauna was installed about one year ago at New Jersey Sports Chiropractic, the Morganville, N.J.,  health-centric facility owned and operated by award-winning chiropractor Dr. Frank J. Mandarino.   Since then, the therapeutic unit has […]
May 29, 2024

‘Estate Planning for Individuals and Small-Business Owners’ To Be Focus of June 13 SCORE-Staten Island Webinar

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (May 29, 2024) – Vital aspects of estate planning will be spotlighted during an upcoming SCORE-Staten Island webinar. The free online workshop – “Estate Planning for Individuals and Small-Business Owners” is scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 1 to 2 p.m., via Zoom. The event, sponsored by Flagstar Bank, will be conducted by Annamarie […]
May 10, 2024

 ‘Financial Empowerment for Small Businesses’ Webinar To Be Hosted May 16 by SCORE-Staten Island

Online workshop to feature professionals from M&T Bank STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Owners and managers of small businesses are invited to increase their financial acumen during an upcoming SCORE-Staten Island webinar featuring three experts from the world of banking. The free online workshop, “Financial Empowerment for Small Businesses,” is designed to provide small-business operators with vital […]
April 10, 2024

SCORE-Staten Island Webinar April 25 to Distinguish Between Independent Contractors and Employees

Workshop to help business owners avoid regulatory noncompliance STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – If you operate a business, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of worker-classification rules. “The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the IRS are stepping up enforcement of worker classification regulations, and in today’s part-time economy, it may be harder than ever to […]
February 8, 2024

Staten Island’s John Amodio Receives National SCORE Organization’s Top Honor

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – John J. Amodio, a prominent business leader and former six-term chairman of SCORE-Staten Island, was recently recognized with the SCORE Platinum Leadership Award, the national SCORE organization’s highest honor. The award was presented to Amodio by Gina Ottrando and Bartholomew (Bart) Sharp, co-chairs of SCORE-Staten Island, during a special ceremony held at […]
February 5, 2024

John Amodio Retires as SCORE-Staten Island Chairman And Welcomes New Co-Chairs

Certified Business Mentors Gina Ottrando and Bartholomew Sharp assume top leadership responsibilities of nationwide SCORE organization’s local chapter STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. ( Feb. 5, 2024) – Six-term SCORE-Staten Island Chairman John J. Amodio has retired from the position, having passed the gavel in autumn to SCORE certified business mentors Gina Ottrando and former Vice Chairman Bartholomew (Bart) Sharp. […]
January 16, 2024

Staten Island Board of Realtors® Inducts 62nd President In Organization’s 109-Year History

Francine Reali assumes leadership of borough’s largest professional association STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Francine (Fran) Reali of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Safari Realty has taken the helm as the 62nd president of the Staten Island Board of Realtors® (SIBOR). Reali was sworn into office Jan. 11 by Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella, during a […]
January 15, 2024

Recent Tax Changes to be the Focus of Jan. 25 SCORE-Staten Island Webinar

Three-hour continuing-education credits in taxation are available  for qualifying attendees STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – An upcoming SCORE-Staten Island webinar will focus on “Taxes, Taxes, Taxes: What’s Changed in 2023?” The three-hour workshop will take place Thursday, Jan. 25, 5 to 8 p.m., via Zoom. Sponsored by Richmond County Savings Bank, a division of Flagstar Bank, N.A. – […]
December 7, 2023

Free SCORE-Staten Island Business Webinar Dec. 20 to Focus on Understanding of Financial Statements

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (December 7, 2023) – Having a clear picture of one’s finances is essential when running a business. An upcoming SCORE-Staten Island online seminar is designed to help business owners secure stability through an understanding of financial statements. The free webinar – sponsored by Richmond County Savings Bank, a division of Flagstar Bank, N.A., […]
October 18, 2023

SCORE-Staten Island’s In-Person Workshop Oct. 27 Will Guide You Toward Starting Your Own Business

Free ‘lunch and learn’ event is presented in collaboration with the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Richmond County Savings Bank, a division of Flagstar Bank, N.A. – Member FDIC STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (Oct. 18, 2023) – If you aspire to launch your own business, you are invited to take a first step in […]
September 20, 2023

Video Spotlights Body Tempering® Session Performed By Award-Winning Chiropractor

Clip shows Dr. Frank J. Mandarino of Mandarino Chiropractic and New Jersey Sports Chiropractic addressing a ballplayer’s shoulder pain STATEN ISLAND –  A social media video provides a glimpse into a treatment room as Dr. Frank J. Mandarino, an award-winning chiropractor with offices in New York and New Jersey, conducts a Body Tempering® therapeutic session on […]
September 18, 2023

Staten Island-Headquartered Eye Level Learning Center Earns International Award for Excellence

Eye Level Learning/FasTracKids owners Veronica and Franco Verdino receive top honors from global franchiser for children’s educational programs during an awards ceremony in Seoul, South Korea STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – A Staten Island-headquartered children’s educational center long known for the high quality of its supplemental-learning program has been honored with the Eye Level Franchise Excellence Award […]
May 12, 2023

Staten Island Realtors Discuss Vital Real Estate Concerns with State Lawmakers

While in Albany, officials and members of the Staten Island Board of Realtors® press for approval of a first-time homebuyer savings account program, and other legislations STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (May 12, 2023) – Representatives of the Staten Island Board of Realtors® (SIBOR) were among over 350 Realtors® from across New York state who recently gathered in […]
March 9, 2023

Free SCORE-Staten Workshop March 28 Designed for Women Seeking Financial Command

Notable speakers to include attorney, financial advisor and banker STATEN ISLAND N.Y. ( March 9, 2023) – “Women: It’s Time to Take Charge!”is the theme of a free upcoming seminarconducted by women, specifically for women, with the aim of guiding attendees toward financial know-howand secure futures. The SCORE-Staten Island workshop is sponsored by Richmond County Savings […]
February 13, 2023

January’s New Home-Listings on Staten Island Fall 17 Percent As Measured Against First Month of 2022

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – The U.S. housing market began the year in a state of rebalance, with many buyers and sellers remaining cautious as they wait to see where the market is headed. A newly released report from the Staten Island Board of Realtors® (SIBOR) reveals new home-listings on Staten Island decreased 17 percent in January […]
December 6, 2022

Changes in 2022 Tax Regulations are Focus of Dec. 17 SCORE-Staten Island Webinar

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (DEC. 6, 2022) – An upcoming SCORE-Staten Island webinar is a must-attend event for tax professionals and small-business owners seeking to keep up with changing tax regulations. The three-hour Zoom-transmitted workshop – “Taxes, Taxes, Taxes – What’s changed in 2022?” – will take place Saturday, Dec. 17, 9 a.m. to noon. Sponsored by […]