Workshops and Training Events
**PLEASE NOTE** Our building is in the process of being renovated and we have moved location from our Campus Commons Building at Farmingdale State College. We are currently meeting our clients remotely, at our client’s small business location or other preferred meeting place. Appointments must be made to accommodate client’s meeting preferences. Please contact us at 934-420-2765 or email us at sbdc@farmingdale.edu
*The posted duration of the SBDC workshops are approximate. Workshops may be shorter or longer depending on the content and attendee participation. The SBDC reserves the right to cancel any workshop. Please note that all our workshops are open to all individuals and businesses.*
“These training events are supported by federal taxpayer funds. By registering, I certify that I am legally authorized to receive services funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars, in accordance with applicable federal law and regulations.”
Pre-registration is required for all workshops. NO REFUNDS. Transfer of payment to another workshop can be accommodated with prior notice and approval.
*If you are registering for a webinar for your SEAP training requirement, please ensure that your registration information is correct and that when you attend the webinar, you put your first and last name on Zoom. We take attendance at the webinars to ensure that we have a list of those attended. We cannot check you in if we do not have your name on Zoom.
Farmingdale State College students, faculty, and staff may attend our workshops free of charge. Some exclusions may apply.
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Attention Business Community!! |
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Long Island SBDC (Farmingdale)’s Business Breakthrough Podcast.
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Hosted by the dedicated team at Long Island SBDC (Farmingdale), the Business Breakthrough New York Podcast is your gateway to a rich collection of engaging and informative digital content on how to start and grow your business. Each episode is dedicated to a topic that will help business owners take their business to the next level. |
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Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm |
Protecting Yourself and Your Team: Coverage Essentials for Businesses |
Overview Learn insurance essentials for New York State businesses and tips to reduce premiums and improve claims outcomes. Protect your business and stay compliant with confidence. This informative session will cover New York State Workers’ Compensation, Disability Benefits, and Paid Family Leave requirements, including key considerations for remote staff, interns, family members, independent contractors, and subcontractors. Learn how employee classification impacts your liability, discover common compliance pitfalls, and gain practical strategies to help lower premiums and improve claims outcomes. Ideal for small business owners, HR professionals, and managers looking to better protect their business and workforce. Presenter: Anthony Tomaselli -Ombudsman/Advocate for Business NYS Workers’ Compensation Board |
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Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
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Business Book Club Profit First by Mike Michaelowicz |
Overview April 29 - Atomic Habits by James Clear Moderator: Christina Loggia, Certified Business Advisor
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Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026 Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm |
Intellectual Properties 101 |
Overview: Learn the basics of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, plus how to
navigate USPTO resources. Learn the differences between copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets, and discover the resources available through the Smithtown Library's Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Participants will also receive a hands-on introduction to creating a USPTO account, searching patent and trademark databases, beginning the application process, and locating a registered patent attorney. Whether you're launching a new product, developing a brand, or safeguarding your creative work, this informative session will provide practical guidance to help you take the next steps. A live Q&A session will follow the presentation. Presenter: William Salas | Head of Government Services |
Virtual |
No Fee |
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