The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce hosts a diverse array of events throughout the year.
Our events are centered on connecting members, business leaders and individuals across Brooklyn, as well as stimulating specific industries through our trade shows and signature events. Our calendar will keep you posted on Chamber happenings as well as events taking place throughout the Brooklyn community.
3.16 Business Before Hours
Our first Business Before Hours of the year was hosted in partnership with iMentor at the beautiful Liberty Bklyn loft in south Brooklyn. iMentor is an education non-profit and youth mentoring program working to empower first-generation college students to graduate high school, succeed in college or other post-secondary pathways and achieve their ambitions through one-on-one mentorships. This spring kicked off a recruitment cycle for iMentor, so attendees learned about this important program, viewed the incredible Liberty Bklyn space, and experienced one of our most celebrated networking series – with breakfast included to start the day off right!
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Event RecapAlbany Legislative Visit 2023
February 27-28, 2023, the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce travelled to Albany, NY for our annual legislative visit with New York’s elected officials and high-level agency personnel. We were joined by an exclusive delegation of Brooklyn Chamber member businesses representing a variety of business types, while we presented our Legislative Agenda, discussion points which are developed through conversations and surveys with our members. The Agenda during this Legislative Visit included:
- Luncheon at the Renaissance Hotel featuring a prominent political journalist
- Meetings at Elected Member Offices
- Brooklyn Night at The Egg!
- Cocktail Reception at Wellington’s, The Renaissance Hotel Bar
- A Breakfast Panel Discussion with new Members of the New York State Assembly and Senate, moderated by Randy Peers, President and CEO of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
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Event Recap2023 Black History Month Celebration
Our annual Black History Month Celebration is a tribute to and celebration of the African American business and civic leaders who have contributed to the quality of life and economy of Brooklyn. This early evening event included locally sourced refreshments and featured distinguished honorees and an arts program.
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Event RecapPower Breakfast with Speaker Adrienne Adams
New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams presented a one-hour talk on 2023 priorities and her economic development vision for the borough!
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Event Recap2022 Annual Meeting & Winter Gala
The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Winter Gala is an elegant evening to celebrate our members, community, and the work of the Chamber. The evening kicked off with a trade expo and cocktail reception, followed by a formal seated dinner including a musical program and keynote speech. In 2022, our theme celebrated the businesses and cultural commercial corridors that fuel tourism and make Brooklyn one of the most visited destinations in the world.
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Event RecapBreakfast for Success: Women Running Retail
Breakfast for Success on November 29th focused on the Retail industry and featured a panel of successful women-owned businesses! We heard from the panelists as they shared the challenges they have faced on their road to retail success, and how they overcame them.
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Event RecapAll Day Food & Beverage Conference
We brought the greater restaurant, food, beverage, and hospitality community together in Brooklyn for a day of education, networking, knowledge sharing and resource building.
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Event Recap2022 Not-For-Profit Symposium
The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce hosted its longstanding Not-for-Profit Symposium, focusing on resiliency, sustainability and best practices in nonprofit management. The nonprofit sector is important to Brooklyn’s economy, providing much-needed jobs and services to our communities from health care, arts, humanities, education to vocational training and much more.
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Event RecapEconomic Development Breakfast
New York City Mayor Eric Adams outlined his plan to use the city’s zoning tools to support small businesses, create affordable housing, and promote sustainability — part of his vision for New York to become a more inclusive, equitable “City of Yes.” The goal is to invest in and plan around emerging job hubs and commercial corridors in all five boroughs, and initiatives to cut red tape and center equity in planning. Chair, Dan Garodnick discussed the plan to support small businesses, increase housing and promote sustainability.
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Event Recap2022 Energy Summit & Expo
The 2022 Brooklyn Energy Summit & Expo included a comprehensive lineup of featured speakers, panelists and exhibitors who discussed the energy landscape, innovation, how to leverage renewables and clean tech, changes in policy and legislation, how small and large businesses can meet required code changes and access cost -saving programs, and leverage opportunities in workforce and economic development for Brooklyn as we work towards a more carbon-free environment.
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Event RecapLunch and Learn | New Medical Technologies
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Event RecapNot for Profit Summit
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Gregg Bishop, Seneca Mudd, Lisette Nieves, Wayne Ho, Marcella J. Tillett
Event RecapLunch and Learn | Navigating Brooklyn’s Tourism & Cultural Scene
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Event RecapLunch and Learn: Understanding the MRTA (Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act)
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Event RecapLunch and Learn | Membership Benefits
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Event RecapBreakfast for Success: Women as Entrepreneurs
Our Breakfast For Success series showcases conversations about life lessons and their application in the business world. This month we are celebrating Women’s History Month and women as entrepreneurs. Our guests include:
Shelley Worrell Karen Valentine Founder + Chief Curator, caribBeing, Karen Valentine, Owner and Principal, Allstate
Joy Sweet, Vice President, Howell Industries.
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Toni Yuille Williams, Director of Regional and Community Affairs, Con Edison
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Event RecapVirtual NYC Comptroller Candidate Forum
Event showcasing Comptroller’s race candidates, hosted and moderated by the five borough Chamber alliance.
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State Senator Kevin Parker
Assembly Member David Weprin
NYC Council Member Brad Lander
State Senator Brian Benjamin
Zach Iscol and
Michelle Caruso-Cabrera
Membership Meeting and Orientation
Monthly orientation for new members and a discussion of the benefits of a Brooklyn Chamber membership. Hosted by our Membership Team and featuring various staff members at each event.
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Event RecapGuide to Paycheck Protection Program -Presented by Pursuit and Grassi Advisors and Accountants
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Event RecapBreakfast for Success Presented by TD Bank
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Event RecapBrooklyn Chamber Virtual Annual Meeting 2020
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Greg David, contributor to The City and long-time editor of Crain's
President & CEO, Randy Peers delivering the President's Address ‘Recovery and Resilience’
Digital Marketing 101 for Business Owners
Is your business looking to enhance your digital presence in a virtual world?
This action packed webinar is for business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals looking to boost their digital marketing skills and online presence. Get the valuable tools you’ll need for: Search Engine Optimization, Strategy, Content, Social Media and Email Marketing. With a deeper understanding, businesses may see an increase in page rankings for selected keywords on Google and a surge in social media engagement.
Co-hosted with our partner Fiserv, featuring Vice President of Global Digital Marketing, Steven Matt.
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Steven Matt | Vice President, Global Digital Marketing, Fiserv
Event RecapBreakfast for Success: Brooklyn STRONG!
COVID-19 has rocked our economy and pushed many businesses to the brink. Brooklyn businesses in particular have been hit hard, but not only are we NY Tough, we’re Brooklyn STRONG. Join us to hear from long-time business owners who have survived tough times like September 11th and the Great Recession of 2008, proving that the bounce back is possible and sharing why there’s no better place to do it than in Brooklyn!
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Pat Whelan, President/VP | Sahadi Fine Foods/Sahadi’s
Dennis Vourderis, VP | Deno's Wonder Wheel Park
Creating A Mindset for Navigating Your Next Business Moves
As a business owner/operator, how do you know what to think? How to plan? How to invest? How to mitigate risk? We’ve all been asked to navigate a crisis that has turned our lives upside down. How can we make the best decisions when we don’t even know what to expect and information is constantly changing? Join our panel of experts who will provide valuable guidance and actionable steps to navigate your next professional moves with more clarity and confidence.
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Lewis Schiff, Entrepreneur & Author | Birthing Giants
Diana Zelvin, Psychotherapist & Business Coach
Helping Commercial Tenants Restructure Their Leases During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Due to the abrupt and severe economic shutdown, tenants across various industries are unable to maintain daily operations, threatening the recurring rental income stream of landlords. Today more than ever, the playing field has been set for landlords and tenants to engage in a meaningful, transparent and genuine lease restructuring dialogue. Join us as our experts review and explain upcoming legislation and deep dive into solutions to get you through this process.
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Mitzi Flexer, Retail Services | Cushman & Wakefield
Brad Lander, District 39 Representative | NYC Council
Bert Rosenblatt, Co-Founder & Partner | Vicus Partners
Breakfast for Success: Doing Well by Doing Good – Sponsored by TD Bank
Incorporating social impact into your core business is not only a personally satisfying way to make a living; it also has a positive effect on our communities. Join us to hear from three inspiring socialpreneurs whose purpose-driven careers empower others and promote economic equality for all.
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Christa Lynch, Owner | Brooklyn Braised
Joanne Oplustil, President & CEO |CAMBA, Inc. and CAMBA Housing Ventures
Yvonne Riley-Tepie, Ed.D, VP & Sr. Regional Giving Manager | TD Charitable Foundation
Non-Profit Series – Sponsored by Investors Bank Part III | Events & Fundraising During the COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 upended the spring fundraising season, and by now most nonprofits have made the tough calls to cancel or postpone many events. Looking ahead to where we go from here, the questions of how to fundraise and what types of events are safe and cost-efficient ring loudly. Join our panel of event planning and fundraising experts as they discuss lessons learned and best practices that speak to short, medium and long-term fundraising tactics nonprofits can employ during the pandemic.
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Erin Levi Blondes, Development Strategist Founder | 4 North Consulting
Beth Bobek, Founder/Owner of Events by Beth
Max Friedman, CEO| Givebutter
Non-Profit Series – Sponsored by Investors Bank Part II | COVID-19 Impact: Assessing Your Nonprofit’s Financial Health
As the impact of the COVID crisis continues, nonprofits are constantly monitoring and adjusting their budgets and cash flow projections. Join us as we discuss the CARES Act and other relief grants, as well as the key indicators and tools nonprofit staff and board members should watch for to correct course if necessary.
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Beth L. Goldberg, District Director - NY District Office |US SBA
Richard Koll, SVP Wealth Management and Insurance | Investors Bank
David M. Rottkamp, CPA Partner, Not-for-Profit Practice Leader | GRASSI NYC
Non-Profit Series – Sponsored by Investors Bank Part I | Reimagining Your Core Mission as you Navigate the COVID-19 Pandemic
Nonprofits across all mission areas and budget sizes have been forced to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic rapidly, focusing on crisis management and short-term operations. But in trying times, it’s important to strategically plan for the future to establish long-term sustainability. Join us as our expert panel help you lock in on the core aspects of your mission and make the best choices for your organization.
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Judy Levine, Executive Director |Cause Effective
Tiffany Joy Murchison, CEO & Publicist | TJM & Co. Media Boutique
Theresa Schieber, Chief Services Officer | Givewith
Envisioning Reopening Your Business During COVID-19
Even as stay-at-home orders extend deeper into spring, some businesses are drafting plans for their eventual reopening – even if it remains difficult to predict how and when those plans might be implemented. Join us as we discuss the actionable strategies some businesses are applying now to be and stay ready; and how these actions can translate into plans for your own reemergence into our “new normal”.
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Shaun Stewart | New Lab
Jane Lea | Lea Architecture
Jamie Galler, Restaurant Operations Consultant | US Foods
Small Business Town Hall w/ NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer
- Date: Tuesday,June 9, 2020
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Scott M. Stringer, NYC Comptroller
Event RecapBreakfast for Success
A breakfast talk show series featuring guest speakers, sharing personal stories on their road to success. The range of discussion includes how these individuals overcame challenges, pivotal life moments, and how these experiences impacted their professional careers. You will be sure to leave with great information that’s inspiring and motivating.
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Cheyenne Bostock | Life Coach. Speaker. Relationship Expert. Author
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Michael Gilmore | President and Founder of Gilmore Communication
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Luisa Mendoza | Founder and CEO of Global Tourism Sports & Entertainment
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Returning to Work: What Employers Need to Know
With the “NY on Pause” order expired in most of New York State, certain businesses in some regions of our state are permitted to re-open. That is good news for everyone – employers and employees alike – but it also marks the start of a whole new business environment with rules that we have never had to deal with before. This webinar will walk you through some of the rule changes and enforcement efforts employers need to watch for to avoid liability when workers come back from closures.
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Rachel Demarest Gold, Esq., Partner | Abrams Fensterman, LLP
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Workforce Resources During COVID-19: Making Connections in a Changed Economy – Part III
The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Workforce Professional Training Institute presents a three-part series of virtual trainings that will provide valuable insight and guidance to workforce providers on successful employer engagement strategies in these challenging economic times.
Part III: The Employer Perspective and Virtual Recruitment Process
Hear from local employers shedding light on their virtual hiring experience. Also elaborating on safety precautions of workers during COVD-19. How to successfully prepare for virtual interviews. Employers will address safety concerns for workers. Current opportunities that are available and how to apply for positions.
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Iris Groen - The Jewish Board
Robin Scott - Phipps House
Tony Aguilar - Goodwill
Kaye Glover - Penda Aikens
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loans: Certifying Need and Determining Forgiveness w/ PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP
You’ve navigated the difficult, murky process of getting a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan for your business, now what? With the reward of receiving a loan, comes tremendous uncertainty on what happens next; and many business owners find themselves pivoting from concerns of maximizing their PPP loan amount to maximizing PPP loan forgiveness. Join us as partners from PKF O’Connor Davies offer helpful know-how on the appropriate uses of the PPP loan.
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Bruce Blasnik, CPA, CGMA, Partner
Bryan Decker, CPA, Partner
Observations from the Field During the COVID-19 Crisis: Commercial Real Estate
As we all continue to navigate through these difficult times, we wanted to create a space where you could hear industry specific stories, exchange ideas and best practices during the COVID-19 crisis. We’ll discuss the issues and challenges different industries may face with a prolonged locked down, and what Brooklyn might look like post pandemic. Join us Monday, as we take an in-depth look at the commercial real estate industry.
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Timothy King, Managing Partner - SVN | CPEX Real Estate
Russell Nova, Principal - Capital Markets Commercial Capital Financing - The Cornerstone Group of NY
Jakub Nowak, Associate Real Estate Broker, SVP Investments - The Nowak Group of Marcus & Millichap
Laurie Savino, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson - RE/MAX ELITE
Workforce Resources During COVID-19: Making Connections in a Changed Economy – Part I
The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Workforce Professional Training Institute presents a three-part series of virtual trainings that will provide valuable insight and guidance to workforce providers on successful employer engagement strategies in these challenging economic times.
Part I: Adapting to a “New Normal” During COVID-19
A panel of partner organizations discuss how they managed to adapt and continue business development in this new climate. Strategies on maintaining employer partnerships during the crisis, how has the process transitioned, and sharing best practices for business development. Learn about industry hiring trends.
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Tamba Aghailas, Director of Talent Acquisition – Services for the UnderServed
Turney Baba, Community Partnership Manager, AVP - Santander Bank, N.A.
Edward Funches, President – Inclusion The Movement
Terri Saucier, Director Employment Services – Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow
Ben Tallerson, Senior Career Specialist – The Osborne Association
Afi Turner-Meyers, Reentry Community Team Lead – STRIVE
Member Orientation: Maximizing Your Membership in the Digital World!
The Brooklyn Chamber is accelerating the rollout of the Brooklyn APP to provide greater digital support, connectivity and promotional opportunities through this challenging time. Please join us in learning everything Brooklyn’s new digital platform has to offer!
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Lori Raphael, SVP, Membership
Lorraine Lowe, Director, Membership
Matt Knispel, Sales and Marketing Coordinator
Observations from the Field During the COVID-19 Crisis: Restaurants
As we all continue to navigate through these difficult times, we wanted to create a space where you could hear industry specific stores from fellow entrepreneurs, exchange ideas and offer support during this crisis. Join us as we hear from business owners and experts in the restaurant industry.
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Melissa Autilio Fleischut, President & CEO – New York Restaurant Association
Marco Chirico, Owner - Marco Polo and Enoteca
Brooke Costello, Owner – Red Table Catering
Andrew Rigie, Executive Director – NYC Hospitality Alliance
Coping with Anxiety and Uncertainty During the COVID19 Crisis w/ Diana Zelvin
We recognize that during this unprecedented time, people are having a difficult time managing the uncertainty with their business and in their lives. Join our interactive webinar on Friday April 17 at 12pm where our resilience and recovery expert, psychotherapist and business coach, Diana Zelvin, will provide strategies to help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety. She will share how to cultivate an optimistic perspective and quiet your mind to allow for innovation. You will learn manageable action steps to focus on planning one day at a time. She will help you look at the skills, experience and resilience that already reside within you for the seeds of adaptation and growth. Developing a more positive mindset can help you take action, feel empowered, discover new possibilities, and become more hopeful. She looks forward to discussing your questions and concerns.
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Diana Zelvin, Recovery Expert, Psychotherapist & Business Coach
Event RecapKnow Your Tax Liability When Utilizing the CARES Act w/PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP
- CARES Act relief for tax filings and payments,
- Employee retention credit and payroll tax deferral,
- Income tax refund opportunities
- State tax implications, deadlines,
- NYC financial relief opportunities for small businesses,
- SBA Loans (specifically PPP and EIDL loans),
- Extensive frequently asked questions section regarding loans and how to calculate payroll costs
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Bruce Blasnik, CPA, CGMA, Partner
Bryan Decker, CPA, Partner
Christopher Migliaccio, JD, Senior Manager
Sandy Weinberg, JD, Principal - State and Local Tax
Resources for Small Business Owners & How to Access Them w/ U.S. Small Business Administration
Peter Fehnel, New York District’s Supervisory Economic Development Specialist for the United States Small Business Administration, presenting on programs available for small businesses, where to find information, and how to apply.
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Peter Fehnel, Supervisory Economic Development Specialist New York District Office of U.S. Small Business Administration
Event RecapSmall Business Assistance Town Hall with NYC Small Business Commissioner Gregg Bishop
Former NYC SBS Commissioner Gregg Bishop will provide an overview of available grant/loan programs and assistance for New York City’s small businesses. You will have the opportunity to ask him questions digitally and get an answer on the spot.
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Gregg Bishop, Commissioner of the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS)
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