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.
|
Attention Business Community!! |
|
Long Island SBDC (Farmingdale)’s Business Breakthrough Podcast.
|
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. |
Virtual |
No Fee |
Click to Access |
|
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm |
The 4 Levers That Drive Your Business Value |
Overview Most Long Island business owners are leaving significant money on the table without knowing it. The value of a business is not just determined by its revenue or profit. It is determined by how well it runs without the owner. Two businesses with identical profits regularly sell at prices that are 50 to 60%
apart, based entirely on how their operations are structured The businesses that command the highest prices are not the biggest or most profitable — they are the best organizedThis session gives small business owners a clear, practical framework for building a more valuable business — one that runs better, competes harder, and is worth significantly more when it matters most. Presenter: Mitch Doust of Applied Logic |
Virtual |
No Fee |
Register Here | |
|
Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026 Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm |
Scroll to Sale: TikTok Marketing That Converts |
Overview Turn reels into revenue. Learn to create authentic content, capture attention fast,
and convert views into measurable business results. The session will also showcase proven tactics such as trend integration, short-form storytelling, creator-style advertising, and retargeting funnels—all tied to measurable KPIs including engagement, click-through rates, and conversion value. By the end of the presentation, participants will gain a clear, results-driven framework to scale content, optimize performance, and convert views into tangible business outcomes. Presenter: Frank Corrao, Active Web Group
|
Virtual |
No Fee |
Register Here | |
|
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 |
Virtual |
No Fee |
Register Here | |
|
Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
|
Business Book Club Profit First by Mike Michaelowicz |
Overview April 29 - Atomic Habits by James Clear Moderator: Christina Loggia, Certified Business Advisor
|
Virtual |
No Fee |
Register Here |