Business Mentor NY – a program of Empire State Development

Program Update

Mentees and Mentors,

We appreciate your interest in mentorship. Please be advised that after March 31, 2024, the Business Mentor NY Program will cease to operate. However, you can continue to access mentoring services by contacting Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers in your area at esd.ny.gov/eac-directory to obtain one-on-one counseling with your current business idea or small business.

If you would like to continue offering pro bono mentoring services to entrepreneurs or small business owners, please email us at nylovessmbiz@esd.ny.gov with your core business skills, experience or education and your preferred service area.

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John Valentine Entrepreneur

Location Thornwood, New York, United States of America
Venture Industry Beauty/Hair/Cosmetics
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What I need help with

My background as an entrepreneur

My current challenges

I would appreciate help with marketing and the financial aspect of my business including how much money I should pay myself and how much stays in the business account. I'd also like help with how to prepare for taxes.


About my venture

Freshly Faded Started 2018

I am in the process of applying for SEAP. I have filed a DBA under another LLC that I have. The location of the barbershop is set up and ready for customers. I am working on the final steps such as getting a phone number, business cards and marketing. I would like to start bringing in customers within the next few weeks.

Countries of operation: United States of America