Small Business News

A couple small and local business events worth noting, courtesy of Jeff Mann at the Greenpoint Gazette:


Think Brooklyn, Shop Brooklyn


The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz are sponsoring several programs to encourage Brooklynites to shop at their local businesses. Stores that offer special discounts or promotions will be eligible to participate in Shop Brooklyn marketing outreach.

For more info see the Greenpoint Gazette article and the official Shop Brooklyn website.

2011 Small Business Person or Champion of the Year

The deadline (11/30) is coming up fast, but there's still time to nominate yourself or others for  these honors from the Small Business Administration.

For details, visit the SBA National Small Business Week site.