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September 18, 2014

Free Business Help in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn Underscores 1st Anniversary of Preschool in Bensonhurst

Small Business Development Center assists experienced pre-K teachers in setting up and growing Little Brilliant Minds  BROOKLYN, N.Y. – As seasoned prekindergarten teachers, Francesca Gambino and Joann Serra were well aware of the ingredients needed for a nurturing pre-school environment. When they decided in 2011 to open a school of their own, however, their mutual track record […]
August 7, 2014

Staten Island Small Business Development Center Guides New and Existing Business Owners to Greater Success

Experts in Staten Island and Brooklyn offer free advice on how to open a business STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.  —  For new and existing entrepreneurs, the Staten Island Small Business Development Center (SI SBDC) at the College of Staten Island helps pave a path toward a successful business.  Many individuals seeking business guidance may find this to be […]
July 23, 2014

Staten Island Realtor Streamlines Process For New Yorkers Buying a Home in Italy

Cangiano Estates builds borough’s ‘5th bridge’ through alliance with Italian law firm STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (JULY 23, 2014) – The newest addition among Staten Island’s major bridges reaches farther than Brooklyn or New Jersey, figuratively spanning to Europe. A recently forged industry partnership between an Island-based Realtor and an Italian-headquartered law firm is making it easier […]
July 1, 2014

Your Chance to Embrace The Staten Island Coastline From Sea

‘Circumnavigate the Isle of Staten’ July 19 during National Lighthouse Museum’s 2nd boat tour of 2014 STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Many experienced world travelers will tell you the experience of seeing a popular destination from a vessel at sea is extremely memorable. The views are dramatically different from those available on land, nature paints inspiring vistas, and history […]
June 3, 2014

NYC Police Commissioner Bratton To Recognize Staten Island's Standout Cops at Police Officer Of The Year Luncheon

Annual event to be hosted by the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce and Staten Island Advance  Staten Island, N.Y. (June 3, 2014) —  The Staten Island Chamber of Commerce and the Staten Island Advance will host its annual Police Officer of the Year Luncheon June 16  in LiGreci’s Staaten, West Brighton. The gathering, which will start at noon, will […]
May 27, 2014

Relevant Public Relations New York: 10 Essential Questions To Ask When Seeking A Publicist/Marketing Expert For Your Business or Professional Practice

Relevance of content is vital for reaching your target audience NEW YORK — In today’s world of fast-paced communications, valuable news can degrade into irrelevant chatter in a matter of minutes, if not seconds. For public relations and marketing professionals in New York, across the nation and around the globe, ensuring the relevance of content is […]
May 19, 2014

Staten Island Social Media, E-Marketing, Blog Package

Relevant Public Relations offers cost-effective digital marketing for businesses on a budget STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Want to grow your business  or professional practice? You can begin attracting new customers/clients now with the “Relevant PR  Search Engine Optimized! SOCIAL MEDIA, E-BLASTING BLOG PACKAGE” The program features a combination  of public relations and marketing strategies designed to enhance your brand, […]
May 5, 2014

Victory State Bank Experiences $27.4M Jump In Total Assets

Annual stockholders’ meeting highlights growth of Staten Island, N.Y.’s only community-based commercial bank  Staten Island, N. Y. (May 5, 2014) – An upbeat mood filled Victory State Bank headquarters April 22, as stockholders received a favorable 2013 roundup from the financial company’s holding company, VSB Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQB: VSBN). “We are pleased with the results of our […]
May 2, 2014

3 Business-Fostering Programs Highlighted By SBDC During Island Conference

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (May 2, 2014)  — A seminar presented by the Staten Island Small Business Development Center during the Staten Island Economic Development Corp. business conference on April 30 showcased three programs of importance to the borough’s economic engine: Staten Island MakerSpace, START-UP NY, and the Small Business Development Center at the College of Staten […]
March 21, 2014

New York Business Conference To Highlight Strategies For Working With Global Real Estate Buyers, Sellers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2014  Steve Brown, president of the National Association of Realtors®, and John (Janno) Lieber, president, World Trade Center Properties, are among those who will speak at the Manhattan Association of Realtors® Global Real Estate Symposium on March 26 NEW YORK — The Manhattan Association of Realtors® (MANAR) will mark its […]
March 20, 2014

Relevant Public Relations Chosen To Market Brand Of Staten Island Small Business Development Center

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Relevant Public Relations LLC has been retained by the Staten Island Small Business Development Center (SI SBDC) in a mission to enhance community awareness of the organization’s free business-mentoring services. “Former business journalist Bart Horowitz and his firm, Relevant Public Relations, are talented, creative and dependable, with a solid handle on commerce […]
March 19, 2014

Staten Island Board of Realtors Honors ‘Top Producers’

Daylong trade show begins with Awards breakfast (FOR MORE PHOTOS, ClICK HERE TO  VISIT THE STATEN ISLAND BOARD OF REALTORS ON FACEBOOK) Staten Island, N.Y. – The Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR) honored its best achieving members on March 13 during the group’s annual Top Producer Awards Breakfast. The event, sponsored by Continental Home Loans […]
March 19, 2014

'Start Your Business' Social Media Campaign Helps New Companies Launch in Just 6 Weeks

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.  –  Would-be entrepreneurs  are about to have one more way to start living the dream of owning their own business as America’s SBDC and small business expert Rhonda Abrams launched the Six-Week Start-Up Campaign on March 17. Through social media outlet Facebook, the campaign will provide entrepreneurs with information, advice, and resources they […]
January 15, 2014

3 Reasons To Be Cautious When Launching A Facebook Page For Your Business

Relevant Public Relations points to a common error made by entrepreneurs on the popular social media site STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Most business owners and professionals are eager to utilize Facebook as a marketing tool for their enterprise. But regardless of whether your business or professional practice is new or long established, you shouldn’t jump onto the […]
December 20, 2013

New MLS Vendor is Embraced By Manhattan Association of Realtors®

Agreement with RealtyMX will allow Manhattan MLS members exclusive access to IDX  NEW YORK (Dec. 20, 2013) – The Manhattan Association of Realtors (MANAR) has inked a deal with New York City-based RealtyMX to be MANAR’s MLS technology partner. The agreement was announced at MANAR’s Holiday Party on Dec. 16, at the Gotham Comedy Club, Manhattan. […]
December 3, 2013

Staten Island, N.Y.-based Registered Nurse Marks 3 Decades of Providing Skincare, Permanent Hair Removal, Holistic Healthcare

Marina’s Advanced Skincare offers a wide variety of wellness-oriented therapies and programs for adults, children, and even pets STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (Dec. 3, 2013) — Marina DiStefano is celebrating her 30th anniversary as a pioneer of modern-day holistic-health services on Staten Island. Now marking the first anniversary of its new location, her practice includes an affordable range of […]
November 26, 2013

5 Ways To Avoid Having The Stuffing Knocked Out Of Your Business After Black Friday

Staten Island, N.Y-based Relevant Public Relations offers brand-building guidance NEW YORK – With Thanksgiving just days away, major retailers are focusing their sites on Black Friday. Unable to compete with the marketing budgets of industry giants, however, many smaller enterprises are gearing up for a bit of consumer recognition a day later, on Small Business Saturday. […]