Minority-owned businesses have long been a driving force behind New York City’s economy, creating jobs, revitalizing neighborhoods and building wealth in communities that have historically faced barriers to opportunity. Yet many entrepreneurs continue to struggle with limited access to financing, government contracts and professional networks that can help their companies grow. A newly formed organization…
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New Yorkers looking for a free wellness-inspired outing can head to SoHo this week as Lifeway Foods celebrates its 40th anniversary and National Kefir Day with a one-day immersive pop-up packed with smoothies, music, giveaways and interactive experiences. The Lifeway Kefir Shop did open to the public on June 19 at 21 Greene Street in…
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Successful 2026 gathering creates momentum for expanded attendance, corporate sponsorships, exhibitors, and business opportunities at the 2027 Expo The National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo “New York Edition” successfully brought together entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, community leaders, exhibitors, and organizational partners from Suffolk County, Nassau County, New York City, and communities throughout the greater New York…
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Anyone can give a great gift, but making the recipient laugh before they even open it is an entirely different skill. That’s where Prank-O comes in. The novelty gift company has built a loyal following by transforming ordinary presents into unforgettable experiences with realistic-looking fake product packaging designed to fool friends, family members and coworkers.…
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Father-son businesses are nothing new, but few begin in a hospital room on the night a child is born. For Tony and Christian Vieira, the inspiration behind their wellness-focused energy drink company, mōcean, arrived during one of life’s most transformative moments. When Christian became a father, he quickly realized that the energy drinks lining store…
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As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly common in law offices, a new legal technology startup is betting that one of the profession’s biggest challenges won’t be generating legal documents—it will be making sure the citations inside them are real. BrentWorks Inc. has launched CiteSentinel, a verification platform designed to identify potentially fabricated, inaccurate, or hallucinated legal…
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Hachette Book Group brought together educators, librarians, publishing professionals, and authors for its first-ever Tri-State Children’s Book Buzz, an event designed to showcase upcoming children’s and young adult titles from across the company’s publishing imprints. Held at Hachette’s New York headquarters, the event provided educators and library professionals from across the tri-state area with an…
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Kevin “KAYR” Robinson’s story is one of resilience, determination and transformation. Growing up in West Philadelphia, he faced homelessness, family instability, poverty and exposure to violence—circumstances that often derail young people before they have a chance to realize their potential. Instead of becoming another statistic, Robinson charted a different path, one that eventually led him…
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Entrepreneurs, small business owners, corporate leaders, nonprofits, innovators, and economic development organizations from across New York City, Long Island, and beyond will gather for one of the region’s most anticipated business networking and empowerment events at the National Entrepreneur Summit and Expo “New York Edition” on June 11, 2026, at the Rochdale Village Ballroom in…
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For many theatergoers, the magic of a Broadway touring production begins when the curtain rises. But behind every performance is a dedicated team working tirelessly to ensure the show runs smoothly from city to city. Publicist and brand architect KimiRhochelle is offering audiences a rare glimpse into that world through her new video series documenting…
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