We linked, We drinked 😁

Hey folks šŸ‘‹šŸ¾

Were you at PiCH for Link and Drink? If not, you missed out. We had a great time socializing, making connections, and getting great information from the NYC Department of Small Business Services about the resources available to, not just small businesses, but Black-owned businesses.

Here’s a brief breakdown:

  • Business Courses - Develop your business plan and get guidance on the right strategy for your business. Learn computer-based bookkeeping, how to master marketing, what it takes to get to sell to the government, and much more.

  • Legal Assistance - Access our network of pro bono attorneys who can answer all of your legal questions. They’ll guide you and help you consider a legal structure, trademark your products and services, and review your contracts or business lease.

  • Financial Assistance - Secure the financing you need. We’ll help you identify alternative lenders and package your loan application so that you can operate or expand your business.

They can also help with M/WBE certification, training, and recruitment. Find out more on their site. You can also find out about their upcoming events here!

We also want to thank Rawle Brown of the Pace University Small Business Development Center for sharing information with our attendees. You can visit their center for in-person workshops and webinar trainings, secure industry and customer demographics and financial data, and meet with business advisors to discuss your business goals and develop and action plan. Reach out to Rawle Brown to schedule a meeting.

We especially want to thank PiCH Restauarant and Lounge for hosting us and creating a dangerously delicious ā€œRant and Raveā€ signature rum punch!

For those who missed it… (drum roll, please) we are hosting one final event for 2026!

SAVE THE DATE for Link and Drink: Friendsgiving!


Check out the recap Rant from me and SocaSaySo!

DysChick

Music and culture blogger from NYC to the world!

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