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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 […]
June 18, 2021

‘Unbelievably Powerful’ E-Commerce Tips on Tap For June 29 SCORE-Staten Island Webinar

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (June 18, 2021) – An upcoming SCORE-Staten Island webinar promises to provide “unbelievably powerful tips” for people seeking business success on the Internet. The event will take place Tuesday, June 29, 10 to 11:30 a.m. During the free online workshop, sponsored by Richmond County Savings Bank (a division of New York Community Bank, member FDIC), […]
October 5, 2020

Continuing Education Credits Offered for Webinar About ‘Selling a Small Business and Succession Planning’

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MONDAY, OCT. 5, 2020 Richmond County Savings Bank (a division of New York Community Bank, member FDIC) and SCORE-Staten Island to host workshop Oct. 13 STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – An upcoming webinar will underscore the elements needed for “Selling a Small Business and Succession Planning.” The workshop, hosted by Richmond County Savings Bank […]
May 4, 2020

SCORE-Staten Island, NYC Council Member Borelli to Present Trio of Free Business-Marketing Webinars

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MONDAY, MAY 4, 2020 STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – SCORE-Staten Island has teamed up with New York City Council Member Joseph C. Borelli to present a series of free 60-minute marketing webinars for small-business owners. Over the course of three separate online workshops in May, attendees will gain insight into: Using e-mail marketing as […]
March 12, 2019

SCORE-Staten Island, MassMutual to Hold Free ‘Simple Steps for Exiting Your Business’ Workshop March 26

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (March 12, 2019) – A free workshop March 26 presented by SCORE-Staten Island, in partnership with MassMutual, will focus on a vital concern often overlooked by business owners:  Having plans in place for exiting their businesses — either by choice, or involuntarily. During the “Simple Steps for Exiting Your Business” workshop,  Ronald C. […]
October 29, 2018

Cybersecurity Authority Patrick Buono to Take Spotlight at SCORE-Staten Island Workshop Nov. 15

Head of West Brighton-based Aurora Computer Technology to discuss vital safety measures all business owners need to know STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.  (Oct. 29, 2018)– If you own or manage a business, the adequacy of your cybersecurity should be a major concern. According to the FBI, the collective impact of cyber intrusions is staggering. Hackers have taken […]
September 12, 2018

12th Global Real Estate Summit NYC 2018 Set for Oct. 22 at New York Marriott Marquis

‘Mapping the Global Future’ to feature industry strategist Stefan Swanepoel and over 20 presenters and panelists NEW YORK — The annual Global Real Estate Summit NYC will mark its 12th anniversary Monday, Oct. 22, at the New York Marriott Marquis in Midtown Manhattan. Embracing the theme of “Mapping the Global Future,” the daylong conference and trade expo […]
December 3, 2014

Why Staten Island Small-Business Owners Should Seek Free Expert Business Advice in December

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.  (Dec. 3, 2014) – At this time of year many Staten Island and Brooklyn business owners – like their nationwide counterparts – experience a sense of urgency that lasts through the end of December. Retailers work hard to spur sales during the holiday season, as other businesses and professional practices also seek to […]
November 11, 2014

Get a Handle on Top-10 Digital Business Tools During Free SBDC Seminar Nov. 18

Internet and social-media marketing experts to discuss leading-edge strategies  during Staten Island Small Business Development Center workshop STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.  (Nov. 11, 2014) – Aspiring entrepreneurs and established business owners seeking to outpace their competition will learn some of the most effective ways for building their enterprise during a special free event on Staten Island. Presented by […]
October 2, 2014

Staten Island’s Small Business Development Center Leader To Be Brooklyn ‘King of Kings County’ Honoree

Dean L. Balsamini, director of the SI SBDC, to be feted during award and networking event on Oct. 8 STATEN ISLAND/BROOKLYN, N.Y.  (SEPT. 2, 2014) — Dean L. Balsamini, who heads the SBDC at the College of Staten Island in Willowbrook, was instrumental in expanding the organization to include an additional Island office in the Empire State […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]