Certify CNY's MWBE Guide To Doing Business In Syracuse

20 23 ENTREPRENEURS GUIDE

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CITY OF SYRACUSE EDITION

ENTREPRENEURS GUIDE: PUBLISHED BY FOR MORE INFORMATION ON WHERE TO DO BUSINESS IN:

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ONONDAGA COUNTY

CITY OF SYRACUSE

ONONDAGA COUNTY OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

NEIGHBORHOOD AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

333 W.WASHINGTON STREET, SUITE 130 SYRACUSE, NY 13202

CITY HALL COMMONS, 6TH FLOOR 201 E. WASHINGTON ST. SYRACUSE, NY 13202 (315) 448-8100

ECONOMICDEVELOPMENT@ONGOV.NET

315-435-3770

ONONDAGA COUNTY CLERK (BUSINESS CERTIFICATES;DBA)

SYRACUSE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

401 MONTGOMERY ST, SYRACUSE, NY 13202

333 W WASHINGTON ST, SYRACUSE, NY 13202

TO FILE A BUSINESS CERTIFICATE HTTPS://BIT.LY/33SGD2F

Published by Diversify-NY, LLC. Compiled 2023 by Certify CNY. All rights reserved. Materials herin, except those with separate copyright protection, may NOT be reproduced EXCEPT for educational purposes. The following statement should appear on all reproductions.

"Reproduced from Certify CNY Entrepreneur's Guide to Doing Business in Syracuse."

This publisher is not rendering legal, accounting, or other advice. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professonal should be sought.

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MWBE CERTIFICATION ASSISTANCE WORKSHOP SCHEDULE 2023 The next step is to decide what metrics matter to you.

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JULY

OCTOBER

Wednesday, 19 July 2023 5:30 PM

Wednesday, 18 October 2023 5:30 PM

AUGUST

NOVEMBER

Wednesday, 16 August 2023 5:30 PM

Wednesday, 15 November 2023 5:30 PM

SEPTEMBER

DECEMBER

Wednesday, 20 September 2023 5:30 PM

Wednesday, 13 December 2023 5:30 PM

REGISTER TO ATTEND HERE: Certify-NY - Qualify. Certify. Compete.

This workshop provides guidance on how to navigate the New York State minority-and-women-owned business enterprises (MWBE) certification process and is the first step to receiving the technical assistance needed to certify.

The New York State contracting utilization goal for minority-and-women-owned business enterprises (MWBE) is 30 percent – the highest such target in the nation for any state government.

There are over $8 billion dollars in contracting opportunities and certification as an MWBE qualifies your company for contracting opportunities that are otherwise inaccessible.

Tools For Success

DOING BUSINESS IN THE CITY OF SYRACUSE? INTERESTED IN FORMING A BUSINESS IN THE CITY OF SYRACUSE AS MINORITY OR WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE?

THIS GUIDE IS COMPRISED OF CRITICALLY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STARTING A BUSINESS IN THE CITY OF SYRACUSE AND REGISTERING IT WITH THE STATE OF NEW YORK. IT IS SPECIFICALLY COMPROMISED OF WEB ACCESSIBLE RESOURCES TO HELP YOU LAUNCH A BUSINESS RIGHT FROM YOUR COUCH! WE ARE UNIQUELY CONSIDERATE OF THE CURRENT STATE OF AFFAIRS AND HAVE DEVISED THIS GUIDEBOOK FOR THE MANY HOUSEHOLDS WHO MAY CONSIDER FORMING HOME-BASED BUSINESSES IN RESPONSE.

HTTPS://ON.NY.GOV/2XN64GW

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Where To Start PLANNING FOR BUSINESS

RESOURCES

Is a Business plan essential?

Diversify-NY, LLC

For many businesses, the answer varies.

NYS Certification assistance NYS MBE

The following contains critical information for forming a business in New York State. Utilize the links

http://www.diversify-newyork.org/

The Creators Lounge Networking & Professonal Development

below to help you understand the

https://thecreatorslounge.net/

various laws and requirements for

Access Global Enterprises

establishing a legally registered

Consultant & Trainer NYS MwBE

https://accessglobalenterprises.com/

business.

Gwen Inc. Certify CNY highly encourages you to seek professional guidance and

Leadership Consultant NYS MWBE https://gweninc.com/

proper legal counsel where appropriate. The services and products contained within should not be considered an endorsement.

The information is compiled for informational purposes only.

Brackens Financial Financial Planning Services

Brackensfsn.com 315-930-4499

Admin-On-Call Administative Assitant NYS MWBE http://www.adminoncallny.com/

https://on.ny.gov/2UiPZRV

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SEEKING PROFESSIONAL LEGAL ADVICE

ATTORNEYS WILLIAM HERBERT JOHNSON BAR ASSOCIATION OF CNY FOUNDED TO EDUCATE AND PROMOTE IMPORTANT AND CONTEMPORARY LEGAL ISSUES CONCERNING MINORITIES IN CENTRAL NEW YORK.

Legal Structure of Business THERE ARE FIVE MAJOR BUSINESS STRUCTURES Sole Proprietor

INTERESTED IN FORMING A BUSINESS IN THE CITY OF SYRACUSE AS MINORITY OR WOMAN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE?

Corporation

THIS GUIDE IS COMPRISED OF CRITICALLY IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STARTING A BUSINESS IN THE CITY OF SYRACUSE. FOR A MORE DETAILED UNDERSTANDING ON THE IIMPLICATIONS OF EACH. CHECK OUT THE NEW YORK STATE BUSINESS EXPRESS LINK BELOW. IT REQUIRES ABOUT TEN MINUTES TO COMPLETE! HTTPS://ON.NY.GOV/2UIEXG7

Partnership

Cooperative LLC

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Tax Implications

FEDERAL TAX IMPLICATIONS

STATE TAX IMPLICATIONS

Federal EIN | IRS

State witholding tax | NYS

Apply Online:

New York State

dUNS nUMBER | Dun & Bradstreet

Sales and Use tax | NYS

Apply Online:

New York State

Doing business with the federal

Wage Reporting requirements | NYS

https://bit.ly/2WB9W8d

https://bit.ly/3ahkZHs

government | IRS Online: https://bit.ly/2Uecszo

https://on.ny.gov/3bltDVC

https://on.ny.gov/3doQt0l

New York State

https://on.ny.gov/2QCrXPF

Vendor ID | Uniquely assigned

Franchise Tax | NYS

NYS: https://bit.ly/33ImR9V

New York State

Federal: https://bit.ly/2QLpq5J

https://on.ny.gov/2WEBTMh

i

FOR NYS LLC FORMATION HTTPS://ON.NY.GOV/3DT5BDB

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Licenses & Permits

H O W T O A P P L Y F O R P E R M I T S Vendor ID and other Building Permits | City of Syracuse Mouthwatering caramel with https://bit.ly/39fEijf

Health Permits | NYS Dept. Of Health Various Permits and Licenses

https://www.health.ny.gov/permits/

helpful information for doing business with your state and federal governments.

Follow the link below to register your business to do business with the federal

Alcohol License | New York State

government. Pay close

New York State Liqour Authority

attention to the

https://sla.ny.gov/get-license

procurement policies

child care Permit | New York State

across various agencies.

A mix of smooth vanilla with the subtle

https://bit.ly/2JhWq1s

https://on.ny.gov/2xlCbNC

Temp. Food Permit | Onondaga County Temporary Food Permit https://bit.ly/3ahu7f7

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NEW YORK STATE MINORITY AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS CERTIFICATION

MWBE Certification WWW. DIVERSIFY-NEWYORK. ORG

Certifications

New York State MWBE https://bit.ly/2J66ydw

City of Syracuse MWBE https://bit.ly/2WBSgJD

The State of New York has established an

The City of Syracuse independently

MWBE program that addresses disparities

maintains an MWBE program as well.

in New York State contracting for MWBE

Similar to the State process in terms of

businesses. Article 15 A establishes the

requirements, however there is a notable

guidelines for the program. More

exception-the City certification is only

information on NYS certification see the

valid in the City of Syracuse. New York

above link.

State certification is good throughout the

CERTIFICATIONS

state, eliminating the need to complete

MBE

WBE MWBE DBE SDVOB

SBE

MINORITY BUSINESS ENT.

both certification processes. For more

WOMAN BUSINESS ENT.

information on City of Syracuse

MINORITY-WOMAN BUSINESS

certification, hit the link above.

DISADVANTAGE BUSINESS SERVICE DISABLED VETERAN SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

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MWBE Training Partners DIVERSIFY-NY, LLC IS A NYS CERTIFIED MBE CONSULTANT

JUBILEE HOMES INC. Workforce Development https://www.jubilee-homes.org/

SOUTH SIDE INNOVATION CENTER New York State PTAC Center https://southsideinnovation.org/

EMPIRE STATE DEVELOPMENT Exectuive Director, Valerie White https://esd.ny.gov/

Labor Laws & Insurance State Requirements Federal & State Labor Laws

Insurance

https://bit.ly/39p2uQp

Insurance is not only vital and necessary, but

New York State Requirements & more.....

can afford you protections against loss, injury, The New York State Department of Labor is

malpractice and other costly encombrancces.

the primary agency responsible for Labor

From worksers comp insurance, to propery

Laws in New York State. Additonally, there

and maintenance, finding the right fit and

are FEDERAL labor laws that must be

necessary required liability levels are crucial.

adhered to. The link above pertains to laws

The following information can help you

in New York State and how they may

determine the insurance suitable for your

impact your business.

business.

The subsequent link contains a summary of US FEDERAL labor laws. For more information, click here: https://bit.ly/2xnENKL

New York State Insurance Department http://www.ins.state.ny.us The following companies provide opinions on an insurer’s financial strength and ability to meet ongoing obligations to policyholders: A.M. Best Company http://www.ambest.com Standard & Poor’s http://www.standardandpoors.com Duff & Phelps http://www.duffandphelps.com/Pages/default.aspx

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Lending

COOPERATIVE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Current loan products Cooperative Federal Credit Union provides loans in addition to a credit building program which could improve your score; increasing your ability to borrow. For more information on products or services log on to: https://bit.ly/3bsn6Z8

CITY OF SYRACUSE

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS

Neighborhood and business

Empire State Development

development, Sida, SEDCO

Empire State Development has a number of accessible

The City of Syracuse offers a

programs for capital

myriad or programs and

improvement projects If you

services to assists local

plan to make modifications

entrepreneurs. Speak with

or improvements to your

someone from the above

existing building that

departments for more

increase job capacity, Check

information.

out the Empire State Develpment consolidated funding application for more. https://on.ny.gov/3dwI

PERSONAL VS. BUSINESS FINANCE 8HW It is critically important to separate and understand the difference between business and personal finance. The formation of your business structure will have deep tax implications and may at some point impact your ability to borrow. Having a pulse on both your business and personal credit scores are vital.

The information on the following page contains information on how to obtain a FREE copy of your credit report from the corresponding bureaus once per year, or open disputes if necessary. *Information on business credit can be found on the Tax Implication page. Click on the Dun & Bradstreet link.

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Credit Borrowing Responsibly Accessibility to many of the programs and services above will rely on a healthy credit standing. Maintaining a positive credit profile is crucial to sustaining your business ESPECIALLY, when cash flow is low. Monitor your personal and business credit regularly. Access your free annual credit report below.

WWW.ANNUALCREDITREPORT.COM HTTPS://BIT.LY/2VHSWVO

Experian| https://bit.ly/3doJhRT

transunion | https://bit.ly/3bpGOEO equifax | https://bit.ly/2UsAw0w

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B2B NETWORKING INDARIA JONES

TOMMI BILLINGSLY LATISIA CANNON-HALL

THE CREATORS LOUNGE QUEENS BRUNCH URBAN T SYR

FACEBOOK GROUP

SOCIAL (ACTION) BUTTERFLY

FACEBOOK GROUP

SYR. COMM. STAKEHOLDERS

FACEBOOK GROUP

LINKS SMALL BIZ HOTLINE

THE ABOVE ORGANIZATIONS CAN HELP PROPEL YOUR BUSINESS THROUGH VARIOUS NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES. CONNECT WTIH THEM TODAY!

Education & Training EDUCATION

TRAINING

Creators Lounge | Membership

Diversify-NY, LLC | NYS MBE

Networking & Professonal Development

MWBE Training and Assitance

The following training

Jubilee Homes Inc. | Not For Profit

providers work specifically

Workforce Development Agency

https://thecreatorslounge.net/

with minority and womenowned business enterprises in

www.diversify-newyork.org

https://www.jubilee-homes.org/

the greater Syracuse, CNY

South Side Innovation Center | PTAC

region. Several are NYS

MWBE Training Partner

certified.

https://bit.ly/2J8ZKvA

Contact one of these

access Global Enterprises | NYS MWBE

organizations that provide culturally competent training and education to minority and

Educational Consultant-Trainer

https://accessglobalenterprises.com/

minority women-owned

Gwen Inc. | NYS MWBE

businesses. Reach out to

Organizational Training Consultant

inquire about improving your

www.gweninc.com

business or becoming New York State certified today!

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Helpful Websites

WEBSITES

MOBILE APPLICATIONS

PayPal | Free

Zoom Online Meetings | free Basic

Mobile Payment Software

Internet Teleconferencing Software

www.paypal.com

www.zoom.com

Invoice2go | free Basic

Sign Now | free Basic

Billing and Expense Software

Electronic Document Signing Software

www.invoice2go.com

www.signnow.com

Facebook | Free

Docusign | free Basic

Social Media Platform

Electronic Document Signing Software

www.facebook.com

www.docusign.com

eventbrite | free Basic

Mile IQ | $5.00 Monthly

Event hosting and Scheduling Platform

Mileage Tracking Software

LinkedIn | free

Www.powerpay.org | Free

Professional Networking Software

Financial Planning Software

www.eventbrite.com

www.linkedin.com

www.mileiq.com

www.powerpay.org

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Helpful Websites Cont.

PRODUCTIVITY

& MORE

CASh APP | Free

quickbooks| free basic

Mobile Payment Software

Bookeeping Software

www.cash.app

https://quickbooks.intuit.com/

Apple Pay | Free

Go To Meeting | Free Basic

Mobile Payment Software

Teleconferencing Software

www.apple.com

www.gotomeeting.com

Google Pay | Free

Dropbox | Free Basic

Mobile Payment Software

cloud Storage Software

Google hangouts | Free

Cam CARD | Free

A free VOIP phone number

Electronic Business Card Storage

https://hangouts.google.com/

www.camcard.com

Airtable | Free

instagram | Free

A productivity based software.

Social Media Software

https://pay.google.com/about/

https://airtable.com/

www.dropbox.com

www.instagram.com

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PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE CONTACTS

REAL ESTATE GREATER SYRACUSE ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS FINDING THE RIGHT REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL IS AS EASY AS PIE IF YOU KNOW WHERE TO LOOK. THE FOLLOWING CONTAIN A HOST OF MINORITY REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS SHOULD YOUR BUSINESS REQUIRE ASSISTANCE.

Real Estate Professionals

ATTORNEYS

HOME INSPECTORS

Ronnie White Jr. | Esquire

Morgan & Morgan home inspecton |

499 S Warren St Ste 3050, Syracuse, NY

Licensed Home Inspector

Shadia Tadros | attorney

ARCHITECTS

13202

https://bit.ly/3bro4oB

103 E. Water Street, Ste 202 SYR NY 13202

https://bit.ly/3amCJkP | 315.415.1845

(315) 472-5281 http://tadroslaw.com/

Lanessa Owens | Attorney Law Office of Lanessa L. Owens https://bit.ly/2xqUIb4

sekou cooke studios | NYS MBE New York State Licensed Architect https://bit.ly/2UgAB8y

Bryant Associates PC | NYS MBE | DBE

AGENTS

New York State Licensed Architect http://www.bryantpc.com

Jery Augustine | BHGRE Select 106 S. Main St, North Syracuse, NY 315-565-0772 | 315-395-9142

Diana Jaramillo | Pending NYS MWBE New York State Licensed Architect https://www.kinstudio.co/

Valissa rice | BHGRE Select 106 S. Main St, North Syracuse, NY 315-565-0772

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TAX AND ACCOUNTING

PROFESSIONALS THERE ARE A NUMBER OF MINORITIES IN THE TAX, ACCOUNTING AND LEGAL PROFESSIONS IN CNY. SOLID BOOKEEPING IS THE CORNERSTONE TO FINANCIAL LIQUIDITY AND ACCESS TO CAPITAL. THE FOLLOWING RESOURCES CAN HELP YOU PREPARE YOUR BUSINESS TO BORROW, ACCESS CREDIT, OR SIMPLY PAY TAXES.

Tax & Accounting Professionals

ACCOUNTING

TAXES

Fust Charles Chambers, LLP | CPA

Innovative Capital Management

Nicole Woodall, CPA, Partner

Amorette D. Mason EA, | IRS Certified

646-919-1129 www.fcc-cpa.com

MD Accounting & Tax Services Inc.| Myla Bseirani, CPA

mdaccountingandtax.com

ATTORNEYS

Amorette@innovativecapmanagement.c om 610-466-5432

JL INCOME TAX AND BOOKKEEPING SERVICE Jerry L. Evans-Bookeeping & Tax Service 315-729-0039

Thank you for reading the Certify CNY Entrepreneur's Guidebook

Lanessa Owens | Attorney

MWBE Edition. Our mission? To

Law Office of Lanessa L. Owens

identify, create, and promote

https://bit.ly/2xqUIb4

opportunities that advance the capacity of minority and women-

Ronnie White Jr. | Esquire

owned business enterprises, (mwbe).

499 S Warren St Ste 3050, Syracuse, NY 13202

https://bit.ly/3bro4oB

For all the latest in MWBE

Shadia Tadrows | Attorney

developments, profile features, and

www.tadroslaw.com

directory listings, check out our

315-472-5281

online magazine at:

https://bit.ly/2xttd0w

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Notes

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Notes

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Local Procurement DIVERSIFY-NY, LLC NEW YORK STATE CERTIFIED MBE CNY REGION

ONONDAGA COUNTY Sean Carroll Director of Purchasing, Onondaga County

CITY OF SYRACUSE Mary Vossler Director, Office of Management & Budget

SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY Vince Patriarco Executive Director of Purchasing Syracuse University

SUNY UPSTATE OFFICE OF FINANCE https://bit.ly/2WKp972