EMS Trainee Program Info Session with FDNY

🚑 Join us for an exciting opportunity! CMP is hosting an EMS Trainee Program Info Session in partnership with FDNY (New York City Fire Department) on Thursday, October 26th.

🤔 What is EMS?

📝 EMS (Emergency Medical Services) is a system of medical first-responders who provide urgent pre-hospital care during critical health emergencies, such as strokes, auto collisions, cardiac arrests, etc.

⏰ Time: From 11 AM to 12 PM

📍 Location: CMP (55 Chrystie St. 2nd. FL, New York, NY 10002)

FDNY EMS representatives will be on hand to share information about this entry-level program. Discover how they can help you prepare for the filing and kickstart your career as an EMS trainee. 👨‍⚕️🧑‍⚕️

Don’t miss this fantastic chance to learn a practical skill and explore a rewarding career path 🙌

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City Council District 1 Candidate Forums

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CMP is proud to be a co-sponsor of the City Council District 1 Candidate Forums. 🏙️

🙌 Join us tomorrow, October 4th, from 6 PM to 8 PM, either in person at the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (62 Mott Street, New York, NY 10013) or via Zoom for this important event!

👥 Come meet the candidates, hear their visions for our community, and participate in a meaningful discussion about the future of our district. If you prefer to join virtually, use this Zoom link.

Scheduled Candidates:

  • Christopher Marte

  • Helen Qiu

See you there! 🗽

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Exciting News: The 2023 Meipiao Scholarship Program is now open for applications!

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Are you passionate about science, arts, or sports? Meipiao offers three incredible scholarship opportunities to support your dreams:

🎨 Meipiao Art Scholarship

⚽ Dr. Lawrence Lee Memorial Sports Scholarship

🔬 Dr. Xiaowei Chen Memorial Science Scholarship

Don't miss your chance! The application deadline is November 1, 2023.

Learn more and apply at https://www.meipiao.org!

👋 About Meipiao:

Founded in the heart of New York City, Meipiao is a 501(c)(3) charity organization dedicated to empowering underrepresented youth who are passionate about science, arts, and sports through their scholarship program.

Our Semi-annual Job Fair on September 20th

🎉 What a successful day at CMP's Semi-annual Job Fair!

With 450 job seekers and 40 dynamic employers from various fields, including healthcare, business, nonprofits, finance, retail, city, and state agencies, notable entities like FDNY, Rendr, SinoVision, and our esteemed collaborators TD Bank and Chinatown YMCA, the event was a triumph 🌟 The event aimed at providing inclusive opportunities, and our multi-lingual flyers contributed to broadening community reach 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

📈 To enhance the preparation of job seekers, CMP partnered with volunteers from McKinsey & Company, offering valuable services like resume review and mock interviews during the job fair. The mock interviews with McKinsey received fantastic reviews✨

Funded by the NYS Dept. of State, in collaboration with the Asian American Federation, CMP also offered free Safety Training to all job fair attendees. This initiative aimed to empower individuals, better prepare them for unexpected situations, and equip them with the skills to safely and effectively protect themselves ✊

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined and contributed to this fantastic day of opportunity and connection! 🙌 Stay tuned for our next Job Fair in Flushing next March! 🌈

New Announcement: Upcoming Job Fair Details!

CMP is excited to announce our semi-annual job fair in collaboration with TD Bank and Chinatown YMCA, taking place on Wednesday, September 20th, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Chinatown YMCA (273 Bowery, New York, NY 10002)! Save the date – it's a must-attend event!

👥 Meet Participating Employers

📢 Discover the Latest Job Openings

🔗 Click here to register!

📌 Important Reminder: Please bring a copy of your resume with you at the entrance.

Plus, don't miss out on these exciting on-site activities:

🎯 Mock Interviews with McKinsey & Company

🥋 Safety Training

Join us for a day of networking and skill-building!

Small Business Bootcamp – Unleash Your Potential!

⏰Countdown to our 29th Annual Entrepreneurship Course! Starting September 30th over 10 weeks, the Small Business Bootcamp is your ticket to entrepreneurial success. With each Saturday class, you'll embark on an enriching journey of learning and growth.

📚Course Highlights:

  • Business Formation

  • Legal Matters

  • Tax Strategies

  • Marketing Insights

  • Insurance Essentials

  • Financial Management

  • Small Business Resources

❕This course is conducted in English and costs just $100, fully refundable upon completion.

💥Join us to elevate your business expertise, connect with industry pros, and access invaluable advice and resources. Don't miss out! Contact CMP at CMP (212) 571-1698 or larrymei@cmpny.org  to secure your spot🌟

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Kids' Drawing Contest - Let Your Imagination Shine!

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We are thrilled to announce the Kids' Drawing Contest, organized by CMP Chinese School. This is a fantastic opportunity for children to showcase their artistic talents and unleash their creative potential!

💡Topics:

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival Family Memory

Self Portrait in Daily Life

✉️Submission:

To enter the contest, simply submit your artwork electronically by sending it to ccsinnyc@gmail.com. Please make sure to include two pages in your submission.

🌟Deadline:

October 20 (Deadline for submission).

See more details from the attached poster!

Kid’s Mid-Autumn Drawing Online Contest 2023

COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program

Empire State Development is partnering with FORWARD to administer the $250M COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program. Eligible NYS businesses can receive a refundable tax credit of up to $25,000 based on COVID-19 expenses.

To help small business owners better understand this program, FORWARD will be hosting a webinar this Wednesday, July 26th at 1:00pm. During the webinar, FORWARD will review the program, the application process and have a Q&A session.

RSVP for the webinar: https://bit.ly/COVIDTaxCreditWebinarJuly.

70 Mulberry Street Design Engagement Workshops

Are you interested in participating in a design discussion and providing your feedback for the 70 Mulberry Street building design proposal? Register for Design Engagement Workshops hosted by 70 Mulberry Street Advisory Committee, the Department of Citywide Administration Services (DCAS), the Department of Design and Construction (DDC), and Grimshaw, the project’s design consultant.

The workshops will center around the design development of proposed community spaces within the 70 Mulberry Street building. You can participate virtually or in-person.

  • Virtual Town Hall on July 26 (Wednesday), 6 pm to 8 pm

  • Open House on July 27 (Thursday), 6 pm to 8 pm at Transfiguration Church (29 Mott St)

RSVP here: 70 Mulberry Street Design Engagement Workshops Survey (surveymonkey.com)

Workforce1 Info Session

In partnership with Workforce1, we will be hosting an information session on Tuesday, July 25th, from 11am to 12pm, via Zoom, to share with job seekers:

  • How to register to Workforce1

  • Resume/Interview Workshops

  • Individual Training Grants (ITG)

  • Available jobs opportunities

  • opportunities for Q&A

RSVP here: Workforce 1 Information Session (jotform.com). You will receive the Zoom link a couple days before the info session.

Questions can be directed to CMP Job Developers Yasnil Fabian Montas at YFabianMontas@cmpny.org or Jasmine Lin at jasminelin@cmpny.org.

Career Advancement Program (CAP)

We have successfully wrapped up this year’s Career Advancement Program (CAP) on Saturday, June 24th, at NBCUniversal!

The CAP took place from May 24th through June 24nd. During the immensely inspiring 5-week program, our program participants who are working professionals aiming to advance their careers in or switch career direction to Corporate America, have received lots of invaluable career advice and guidance from our corporate volunteer speakers and mentors in self-discovery and assessment, building their own brand, improving soft skills, job discovery and advancement, and tips to develop networking skills and expand professional network.

Many THANKS to our amazing volunteer speakers and mentors who were so generous and enthusiastic in offering their career development advices!

We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to PwC and NBCUniversal for warmly hosting session #1 on May 24th and session #5 on June 24th, respectively! Your support was much appreciated!

Workshop on Power Your Job Search

Join our free Power Your Job Search workshop on June 15th, at 12:30 PM, to discover new job opportunities using Google Search, and learn how to organize and enhance your job search experience using Google Workspace tools!

In this session we’ll discuss best practices for:

  • Discovering career opportunities using Job Search on Google

  • Using Google Sheets to track the progress of job applications

  • Creating a resume using Google Docs

To register for the workshop: tinyurl.com/powerurjobsearch. Questions can be directed to yfabianmontas@cmpny.org or jasminelin@cmpny.org.

MTA, NYPD, NYCCHR Info Session

Partnering with MTA, NYPD, and NYC Commission on Human Rights (NYCCHR), we will be hosting an online Information Session on Thursday, June 1st, 11am - 12pm, to share with job seekers available job opportunities at these agencies, how, when, and where to apply, how long the process takes, and what the examination requirements are, etc.

NYCCHR will also share information about how to protect your rights as a job seeker.

To register for the Info Session: tinyurl.com/June-1st. Questions can be directed to yfabianmontas@cmpny.org or jasminelin@cmpny.org.

Business 101 Course

CMP is launching a FREE online Business 101 Course on June 7th! Join us for an exciting opportunity designed to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills necessary to establish and grow successful businesses. The course consists of 4 sessions:

  1. 6/7/2023 (Wed.), 7PM - 8PM: Business Insurance and Risk Management

  2. 6/14/2023 (Wed.), 7PM - 8PM: Business Formation and Taxes

  3. 6/21/2023 (Wed.), 7PM - 8PM: Small Business Financing

  4. 6/28/2023 (Wed.), 7PM - 8PM: First steps to Starting a Business

Courses will be conducted in Mandarin. We welcome all aspiring entrepreneurs, regardless of your background or industry. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn directly from industry experts, unlock your entrepreneurial potentials, and pave the way for success!

To register: call (646) 603-7172 or email moruliang@cmpny.org.

Candidate Forum City Council District 1

CMP is gladly supporting and co-sponsoring the APA Voice 2023 Candidate Forum City Council District 1, which will be taking place on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Educational Alliance's Manny Cantor Center (197 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002).

This will be an in-person event. Simultaneous translation in Cantonese and Mandarin will be provided for the audience.


RSVP now to join us at the forum: https://bit.ly/apavoice-2023-cd1-forum-registration.

Thank You for Supporting CMP Breakthrough Rising Gala!

We would like to say a big Thank You to our amazing supporters again for supporting our Breakthrough Rising Gala! The event would not have become possible without YOUR contributions. All funds raised will help us better deliver mission critical services, ensure quality oversight, and respond to emerging community needs. Thank you, thank you, and thank you!!!

Congratulations To Our Honorees:

Breakthrough Leadership Awards

 

Steve Chen - President, Crystal Window & Door Systems

 
 

Jeffrey Kwan - Owner, Canal Sound & Light

Jeffrey Lam - Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Lam Generation

 
 

Yvonne Tsang - Co-Founder, eRxCity Corp., and Vice President, Prosperity Enterprises Company

 

Spirit of Immigrants Award:

 

Andy Wang - Franchisee, Bonchon Chicken

 

Major Sponsors:

Ambassador

 
 
 

Benefactors

Collaborators

Devotees

Endorsers

1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East

Chinese Chamber of Commerce of New York

Condon O'Meara McGinty & Donnelly LLP

Ms. Suzanne Goon Mark

Lam Group

Prosperity Enterprises Co.

UA3

 

Click on the image to view the full sponsorship package

CMP 2023 Breakthrough Rising Gala will be taking place on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at Terrace On The Park (52-11 111th St, Queens, NY 11368). The theme of the gala is to acknowledge young or second generation business leaders who infuse new vision, bold business approach, and creative energy that elevate their family businesses to the next level, as well as to recognize their contributions as impactful citizens in society.

Breakthrough Leadership Awards:

  • Steve Chen - President, Crystal Window & Door Systems

  • Jeffrey Kwan - Owner, Canal Sound & Light

  • Jeffrey Lam - Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Lam Generation

  • Yvonne Tsang - Co-Founder, eRxCity Corp., and Vice President, Prosperity Enterprises Company

Spirit of Immigrant Award:

  • Andy Wang - Franchisee, Bonchon Chicken

Please join our honorees and support the work that CMP does in our community by committing to a sponsorship, or purchasing tables, tickets, or journal ads. Your support will help us deliver mission critical services, ensure quality oversight, and respond to emerging community needs, all the while enjoying an evening of celebratory programs and networking opportunity in this inspirational event.

For further information about the 2023 Breakthrough Rising Gala, please feel free to contact us at honglee@cmpny.org or sonyalin@cmpny.org. Thank you in advance for your support!

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Career Advancement Program (CAP)

CMP will be starting our next Career Advancement Program (CAP) on Wednesday, May 24, 2023!

If you are a mid-career professional who has at least 3 years of work experience and is interested in switching your career to the corporate sector, or if you are already in a corporate environment and trying to advance your career to the next level, this program is designed specially you!

Things could function so differently in the corporate world compared to where you are coming from. And while you might be confident you have what it takes to be a successful leader, the path to career advancement can be filled with personal and professional roadblocks. But you don’t have to figure all these out by yourself!

Attend CMP’s Career Advancement Program (CAP) to unlock your potential and improve your competitiveness. Obtain wisdom and knowledge from our supportive speakers and mentors who are experienced professionals from the corporate world.

To register: tinyurl.com/CMP2023CAP.

Questions can be directed to Sonya Lin at sonyalin@cmpny.org or 646-292-9667.

Small Business Workshop - Power of Capital

In collaboration with Chase Bank, CMP BOC (Business Outreach Center) will be hosting an online small business webinar Power of Capital on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, from 7pm to 8pm.

Join us for an informative and engaging discussion on the following topics:

  • Think Strategically about Cash Flow

  • Does your business need to borrow

  • Why are you a good investment

  • What financial data is important

  • What are your credit options

  • SBA Loan Programs

  • Begin building your own empire

The webinar will be conducted in Mandarin and open to anyone interested in starting their own business. To RSVP, please visit https://bit.ly/CMPAPR19 or contact us at (646) 292-5380 / (646) 603-7172.