BUSINESS
December 7, 2023
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
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 […]
March 13, 2020
By Barton Horowitz, President of Relevant Public Relations LLC STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Despite the anxiety and strain placed upon commercial operations in the midst of the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, small-business owners might sustain – or even grow – their enterprises through this challenging period. This could be accomplished by utilizing a variety of public relations […]
February 13, 2020
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – An exciting learning opportunity for small-business owners will take place Tuesday, Feb. 25, when SCORE-Staten Island teams up with the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce, TD Charitable Foundation, and the 5 Chamber Alliance to present “Defining Your Business for Success: Tools for Purposeful Business Planning.” The free workshop will feature SCORE Certified Mentor John Quadrino, […]
June 13, 2019
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (June 13, 2019) – VSB Bancorp, Inc. (VSBN), the holding company for Victory State Bank, has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 13 cents per share, payable on July 1, 2019, to stockholders of record on June 21, 2019. “We are pleased to announce our 47th consecutive cash dividend,” said Joseph J. LiBassi, […]
May 31, 2019
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – “Diversity and Inclusion for Competitive Advantage” is the theme of a SCORE-Staten Island business seminar set for Tuesday, June 18. The free “lunch & learn” workshop, hosted by the Northfield Bank Foundation, will guide attendees toward acknowledging, understanding and leveraging diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The seminar’s featured speaker will be […]
November 21, 2017
Formed with initial capitalization of $7 million, Staten Island’s only community-based commercial bank now has total equity of $32.7 million and nearly $400 million in total assets STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (November 2017) – Victory State Bank, Staten Island’s only community-based commercial bank has marked its 20th anniversary, flourishing in tandem with the borough’s vibrant business sector […]
July 5, 2017
STATEN ISLAND. N.Y. – As an entrepreneur, not every day may go as smoothly as you’d like, but that’s OK. As you face obstacles while building your enterprise, experts emphasize the importance of reflecting upon the many advantages small businesses have over their bigger competitors. “Keep the pluses of business ownership in mind – not only during […]
June 14, 2017
If you are considering to transform your hobby into a money-making enterprise, the small-business mentors of SCORE Staten Island are sharing this sound advice: Don’t rush into things. Running a successful business centered on doing something you love is the dream of many entrepreneurs. What could be more gratifying than making a living sharing your talents […]
May 15, 2017
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – (April 2017) First-quarter results of VSB Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX: VSBN) show an increase of $21.2 million in assets, or 6.4 percent, at March 31, 2017, from December 31 of the last year. Also up, is the net income of $619,820 for the first quarter of 2017, which signifies an increase of $70,424, or […]
April 17, 2017
Free seminar to highlight brand-building strategies, tactics for connecting with customers, and tips for driving traffic (CLICK HERE TO EASILY PRE-REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP) STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (APRIL 17, 2017) – An upcoming Staten Island seminar featuring two leading marketing experts will explain how established businesses and startups can greatly enhance their online presence. The […]
February 24, 2017
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (Feb. 24, 2017) – SCORE Staten Island is relocating from Castleton Corners to Grasmere as of Feb. 28. The prominent small-business mentoring organization is resettling its operations within the iconic Staten Island Advance building, 950 West Fingerboard Road. The updated facility is conveniently located, with ample parking for visitors. Dedicated to providing cost-free […]
February 16, 2017
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – New businesses abound throughout Staten Island – from St. George to New Dorp to New Springville to Tottenville. But as a recently published Staten Island Advance article points out, not all new enterprises succeed. The article, “7 Reasons Why Staten Island Small Businesses Fail,” addresses such common entrepreneurial errors as: Not properly […]
January 14, 2017
Greg A. Sokol takes helm of borough’s largest professional organization STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Greg A. Sokol of Cangiano Estates has been inducted as the 55th president of the Staten Island Board of Realtors (SIBOR). Sokol was sworn into office Jan. 12 by Dawn M. Carpenter, president of the New York State Association of Realtors and a […]
January 10, 2017
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. (JANUARY 2017) – While numerous small businesses succeed on Staten Island – from Stapleton to Tottenville, and across the borough – there are some that seemed doomed from the start. Some of these failed businesses may have attracted a healthy flow of customers, but faltered because their owners didn’t have a handle on […]
December 7, 2016
The small-business mentors of SCORE Staten Island are pointing to content marketing as a powerful tool for growing an enterprise. “One of the most effective – and affordable – ways for highlighting a business is using content marketing, a way of promoting an enterprise or brand online,” said John Amodio, SCORE Staten Island first vice-chair and […]
June 4, 2015
By BARTON HOROWITZ PRESIDENT, RELEVANT PUBLIC RELATIONS Even though the Internet and cutting-edge mobile devices are affecting the way we conduct business, modern technology will never replace the human touch when it comes to building solid relationships. Although most of us now click, type or text to communicate, it’s beneficial to recall the way we used […]