Meetings

NYSMCA Virtual Holiday Networking Party

Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Hi there,

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Dec 17, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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NYSMCA Virtual Holiday Networking Party

NYSMCA Workshop

Zoom Work Shop

Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Hi there,

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Sep 16, 2020 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Zoom WorkShop

Introduction of our NYC Lobby Firm

3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

NYSMCA Emergency Call to Action

New York State will be Introducing a Bill to Eliminate Independent Contractors

Wednesday, April 15, 2020
Cicatelli Associates Inc.
505 Eighth Avenue, 20th Floor
New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

EMERGENCY CALL TO ACTION MEETING

New York State Will be introducing a Bill to Eliminate Independent Contractors

If you use Independent Contractors in the State of New York, regardless of where you are based. This legislation will impact you. The Governor is pushing this legislation to model the recent AB-5 California law which eliminates the ability to use Independent Contractors.

THIS IS THE BIGGEST THREAT OUR INDUSTRY HAS FACED IN 30 YEARS.

By attending this emergency meeting, you will learn what you can do to help yourself and your company.

Guest Speakers

• Steven A. Pletcher, Esq., Scopelitis Law Firm

• Gregory M. Feary, Esq., Scopelitis Law Firm

• Senator Nicholas A. Spano, Empire Strategic Planning

• Richard J. Polsinello, RJP Labor Consultants, LLC

Government Affairs Committee

Mark J. Chiusano, Robert Logan Jr, Christopher T. MacKrell

NYSMCA Workshop

Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018

TBD

NYSMCA Holiday Networking Party

Tuesday, December 10, 2019
The Ragtrader
70 West 36th Street, NYC 10018
Registration Link

New York State Messenger Courier Association Cordially invites you to attend its Annual Holiday Networking Party.

Your fun filled evening includes: 

A three hour hosted bar with passed hot hor's d'oeuvres

Celebrate the holiday season and network with your colleagues while enjoying our private bar in our private room.

Come Join us for a great time! 

$130 Members $165 Non-Member

For Further Inquiries please call the NYSMCA at 646-789-4472

NYSMCA Workshop

B2B Digital Marketing Strategy

Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

Our guest speaker CEO & Founder of Ajax Union B2B Digital Marketing Agency, Joe Apfelbaum, leads an innovative team of marketing experts who know how to get things done. The Company is engaged in SEM, SEO, Social Media, Email Marketing Funnel Development, Design and Development and they use the latest technologies to help clients reach their marketing and business goals.

The education session will focus on:

• The new way to leverage SEO and Paid Search

• How to leverage social media to qualified leads

• Email Marketing hacks with automation

“We encourage you to bring your sales, Marketing and Technology Team!”

Please join us on September 18, 2019 for the NYSMCA seminar and business meeting.

All members are welcome to attend the seminar and networking hour for $50 Non-members are welcome to attend one meeting for $75

Agenda

3:00 – 5:00 pm Workshop

5:00 – 6:00 pm

Open bar, hors d’oeuvres

and Networking

NYSMCA Workshop

Scaling Up- How a Few Companies Make it and Why the Rest Don't

Wednesday, May 22 – Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Arno's Restaurant
141 west 38th Street New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

Our Guest Speaker Kris Kaplan will engage members in an interactive conversation with clarity around your numbers that matter. Mr. Kaplan is a certified business coach who teaches the systems and processes using “The Scaling Up” Methodology. “Scaling Up” focuses on the use of four major decisions every company must get right People, Strategy, Exclusive and Cash.

The education session will focus on:

• Kickstart Clarity & High Performance

• Dashboards

• Scorecards

• Vision Summary

All members are welcome to attend the seminar and networking hour for $50. Non-members are welcome to attend one meeting for $75.

AGENDA 3:00-5:00PM

Workshop 

5:00pm- 6:00pm

Open bar,hors d’oeuvres and networking

NYSMCA Workshop

Future Proofing Your Business with Technology

Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Arno's Restaurant, 141 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

Key Software Systems, will be presenting on the technology here & now, along with what lies around the corner with regard to technology. We'll cover topics focused on helping your business gain an immediate Return on Investment from technology , while delivering a phenomenal experience to your employees, contractors and customers.

Some topics will include;

• Smart Route

• Route Optimization

• Driver Lense

• Mobile Tek

• Gps updated enhancements for customer facing & operational efficiencies and More..

Key Software will also be setting up a Go To Meeting option , we highly recommend that you bring your Laptops or Tablets, to view the presentation from your the table.

Please join us on February 27, 2019 for the NYSMCA seminar and business meeting. All members are welcome to attend the seminar and networking hour for $50 Non-members are welcome to attend one meeting for $75 AGENDA 3:00 - 5:00 pm Workshop 5:00 - 6:00 pm Open bar, hors d'oeuvres and networking. 

NYSMCA Workshop

What is my Courier Company Really Worth?

Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Arno's Restaurant, 141 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

What is my Courier Company Really Worth?

New Spring Capital will share an in depth view of what our courier business is really worth and best practices on how to prepare for an exit strategy. For most people selling their business is a once in a lifetime experience. Therefore even the most successful entrepreneurs realize they are not familiar with the process. Businesses earning millions of dollars per year, leaders in their industry, still must seek out proper advice because of the uniqueness and specialized knowledge required in selling one’s business. Many thoughts, questions and ideas go through an owner’s mind and yet not enough time and effort goes into the planning stage.

• What can I do today to add more value to my business 
• How can I minimize my tax liability
• When should I start preparing for an exit
• How long does the process take
• What are the typical fees associated with the sale of a business
• How much will I receive up front
• How long do I typically have to stay on for
• What are buyers really looking for
• Which valuation formula is right for me: a multiple of EBITDA, a percentage of sales or shareholders equity, or net worth of the company

Please join us on June 13, 2018 for the NYSMCA seminar and business meeting. All members are welcome to attend the seminar and networking hour for $50 Non-members are welcome to attend one meeting for $75 AGENDA 3:00 - 5:00 pm Workshop 5:00 - 6:00 pm Open bar, hors d'oeuvres and networking Our President, Mark Chiusano will give meeting updates on the following: • Meeting with Senator Alshar • Department of Consumer Affairs, Lorelei Salas, and Commissioner • New York City Council, Malak Nassereddine, and Malcom Butehorn

NYSMCA Workshop

How The Tax Cuts and Job Act Will Effect My Small Business

Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Arno's Restaurant, 141 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

PKF O'Connor Davies

Will share best practices and strategies of how you can leverage and maximize opportunities in the New Tax Reform and at the same time reduce your liability and tax burden.

PKF O'Connor Davis, LLP is a full-service certified public accounting and advisory firm with a long history of serving clients both domestically and internationally. With roots tracing to 1891, nine offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland, and more than 700 professionals, the Firm provides a complete range of accounting, auditing, tax and management advisory services. PKF O'Connor Davies is ranked 28th on Accounting Today's 2017 "Top 100 Firms" list and is recognized as one of the "Top 10 Fastest-Growing Firms" PKF O'Connor Davis is also recognized as a "Leader in Audit and Accounting " and is ranked among the "Top Firms in the Mid-Atlantic", by Accounting Today. In 2017, PKF O'Connor Davies was named one of the 50 best accounting employers to work for in North America, by Vault. 

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NYSMCA Holiday Networking Event

Thursday, December 14, 2017

 

Your fun filled evening includes:

A three hour hosted bar with passed hors d’oeuvres  at Lexington’s Cocktail and Liquor Bar.

Celebrating the holiday season and network with your colleagues

 while enjoying our private bar in our private room. 

Come join us for a great time!

For further inquiries please call the NYSMCA at 646-789-4472.

Holiday Networking Party Sponsors

Platinum Level

Gold Level

Silver Level

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Avant Business Services Corp.
Breakaway Courier
Brightstone Insurances Services
CLDA
Datatrac Corp. 
Empire Stratefic Planning, Inc
Enterprise Truck Rental
Gallagher Transportation Services
ICC
Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, PC
MPM Consulting, LLC
Openforce
Penske
RJP Labor Consultants
Same Day Delivery Inc.
Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney
Strategic Delivery Solutions
The Westchester Bank
The Whitmore Group Ltd.
WCI-Wireless Consulting Inc

 

Star Supporter

A-1 International, Inc
Aim Go Express
Custom Courier Solutions Inc.
GKP Consulting Group
LaserShip
Mitchell's New York
Select Express & Logistics
Tforce

NYSMCA Seminar and Business Meeting

Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

 

The Gig Economy's Effect on our Industry   On July 17th, the Board of Directors and Richard Polsinello attended a meeting with several Directors of the New York State Department of Labor. The objective of this meeting was to address the unfair competitive advantage that the App Based Delivery services currently have due to NYSDOL not enforcing the current Guidelines for Messenger and Couriers that are in effect.   The new gig economy and their technology are affecting all of our businesses and most of all still maintain a 20-45% price advantage over traditional courier companies.   The NYSMCA Board will share meeting notes, results, and a comprehensive strategy on how we can  level the playing field.   The Freelance Act Isn't Free   The New York City Council enacted the first of many more laws to address what they perceive to be the shortcomings of the "GIG economy. Entitled The Freelance Isn't Free Act, the law was intended to protect individuals that perform services on a one-off basis -- with the right to receive a written contract, guaranteed timely payment, and protection for retaliation.   The law however is ill-defined and can be applicable to many industries including the last mile delivery provider. This law establishes penalties and double damages in some instances where violations are found. And can ever serve as new claim for class-action attorneys. Edwards Lifesciences Corp.   The only response is to understand the law and its prescriptions before confronted with one of these claims.   Peter Fidopiastis from SCI, Inc. will be the guest panelist on this topic.    Appellate Court Nixes Employee Arbitration Agreements   A startling decision issued from the First Department, Appellate Division, dated July, 19, 2017 (which has jurisdiction over Manhattan & the Bronx) held that arbitration agreements obligating employees to waive their rights to bring collective disputes such as class actions regarding wage disputes, were unlawful and unenforceable because they run afoul of the National Labor Relations Act.   What Does This Mean for Employers?   Since arbitration agreements with class action waivers may no longer offer employers protection from class actions in state trial courts, employers are encouraged to review and evaluate their current wage and hour practices, implement regular self-audits and reviews and undertake immediate corrective action in the event non-compliance is identified.   We encourage you and your team (directors of human resource, or key employees) to attend our next seminar and learn best practices to mitigate your risk and protect your companies.   Stephen Zweig & Eric Sue of Ford & Harrison LLP will be our guest panelist and walk us through the nuances of the decision, how it came about, and what you can do to protect yourself. _____________________________________________________________________________________

NYSMCA Seminar and Business Meeting

Thursday, June 8, 2017
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

Learn How to Keep Your Insurance Cost in Line

• Auto insurance rates are at an all-time high and increasing rapidly
• Insurance companies are fleeing the transportation industry
• Tighter markets equal higher cost
• Workers Compensation is on the rise

• Meeting with the New York State Department of Labor Commissioner
• Taking a position to level the playing field against delivery app companies
• How will the Freelance Isn't Free Act Impact Your Business

NYSMCA Seminar and Business Meeting

Town Hall Meeting

Thursday, March 30, 2017
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

The New York State Messenger and Courier Association is inviting you to join us for a Town Hall Meeting.

 

This program will be focused on two themes, introducing our new labor consultants and You, our members

 

 

From 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. : The introduction of our new Labor Consultants

 

Our three Labor Consultants are retired directors from the Department of Labor, with representation from New Jersey, Connecticut , and New York, They are Mike McCarthy, Gary Pechie and our very own Richard Polsinello, repectively.

 

They will share the state of the union of compliance from a muliple state perspective. We will also have an opportunity for a Q & A on best practices on how to stay compliant as we contine to navigate the many changing laws from wage, health, salary, hourly and incentives.

 

From 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. : The second part of our session is all about You

 

We, as a Board, want to understand what resourses and education would be helpful to you and your companies so we can continue to deliver programs that will add value, make stategic connections, stay compliant and utimately drive new opportunities where we all win.

NYSMCA Seminar and Business Meeting

TBD

Wednesday, September 21, 2016
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

TBD

NYSMCA Seminar and Business Meeting

The Minimum Wage Plan - Is this the Beginning to the End?

Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018

On April 4, 2016, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a $15.00 minimum wage plan and an aggressive twelve week paid family leave policy into law. Where do we go from here? At our next seminar you will learn about the nuances and impact of these new laws and the rippling effect it will have on small business and the economy.

NYSMCA Business Meeting

How the Sharing Economy is Revolutionizing the Last Mile Delivery Industry

Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018
Registration Link

Please join us for this exciting and timely discussion on the pros and cons of the growing Sharing Economy and how it relates to the Last Mile Delivery industry.

Our keynote speaker, Rob Howard of Grand Junction, Inc. will cover the emerging landscape of the on-demand Sharing Economy, accentuating the companies that participate in the sharing of access to goods and services through the Last Mile Delivery industry.

Business Meeting
Seminar	FREE
Dinner	$70.00

NYSMCA Holiday Networking Party

Wednesday, December 9, 2015
The Perfect Pint West
123 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10036

The New York State Messenger & Courier Association cordially invites you to attend its Holiday Networking Party. 

NYSMCA Business Meeting

Practical Methods in Resolving Wage and Hour Class Action Lawsuits

Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018

At the next seminar/meeting, we will be highlighting the best practices to mitigate risks of wage and hour claims against messengers, couriers and logistic companies.

Steven Zweig of Ford & Harrison, LLP, will present business-oriented approaches in resolving wage and hour class action lawsuits as well as the basic wage and hour requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the New York Labor Law (NYLL). Mr. Zweig will also review compliance requirements, consequences of non-compliance, how to respond to administrative investigations and tips for mitigating risks of wage and hour claims.

Richard Polsinello of RJP Labor Consultants, LLC, will discuss the recent changes at the New York State Department of Labor and minimum wage increases. He will also give an update on the status of metro cards.

Business Meeting
Cost:	$70.00

Seminar
Cost:	Free

NYSMCA Business Meeting

Affordable Care Act: The Impact, How We Manage Compliance and What to Expect Next

Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018

• Affordable Care Act regulations and compliance
• Containing costs and tax credits
• Consequences of noncompliance
• Preparation for possible future issues 

Business Meeting	Free
Seminar	FREE
Dinner	$70.00

NYSMCA Business Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Arno's Restaurant
141 West 38th Street
New York, NY 10018

The fall seminar was entitled, “Beneficial Ways Technology Can Support our Industry.” The seminar addressed how technology can help mitigate potential issues, how technology can protect our independent contractor model and the benefits of IPD mobile - a mobile application designed to enable fast paced delivery companies to instantly expand their driver capacity to meet business demands. 

Errol Cvern of Select Express & Logistics was presented with a plaque in honor and appreciation of his energetic leadership and devotion to the NYSMCA as President from 2012-2014.