FREE WORKSHOPS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Our online events and educational workshops are informative and FREE for all entrepreneurs. Beyond our services, we aim to create more inclusive digital and in-person learning and networking opportunities to support entrepreneurial and small business success.
Hiring and Employment Basics for New York and California Small Business Owners
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Event Date
12:00PM PST
/ 3:00PM EST
Are you a New York or California-based small business owner looking to hire additional help? Join Start Small Think Big and Akerman LLP for this essential webinar that breaks down what you need to know to safeguard your business as your team grows.
What You’ll Learn:
- Employer Responsibilities: Learn about your obligations as an employer, including wages, accommodations, benefits, and compliance requirements, during hiring, onboarding, and termination.
- Contractor or Employee?: Understand what makes a new hire an independent contractor or an employee under the law, and how your obligations may change depending on the answer.
- Protecting Your Business: Learn the key elements to include in independent contractor agreements and employment offer letters to protect your business and its assets.
Who Should Attend:
- Newer Entrepreneurs: Get real-world advice on hiring and paying your first employee in New York or California.
- Experienced Business Owners: Refresh your knowledge on this area of New York or California business law.
Thank you to the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and Harlem Community Development Corporation for partnering with us on this event!