We are proud to offer the following services to our valued member businesses and business associations.
To learn more about these services,
please click on the picture for that service or
contact our Member Services Division at (800) 700-1294
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY
Small businesses and sole proprietors account for a significant part of the business community. However, their voice in the legislative process is not in proportion to the numbers they represent. While there are many reasons for this, the single biggest factor is the inability to get such a diverse population unified. NESBG works to provide that unification and is non- partisan. A legislative page is maintained on our website with timely updates and relevant information.
NEWSLETTERS
Quarterly newsletters are produced covering a wide variety of topics of interest to small businesses. Currently these are posted on our website the start of each quarter.
SEFCU MEMBERSHIP
As a member of NESBG, you can add SEFCU membership to your benefits package. That means you and your employees can enjoy all the benefits of credit union membership including great savings and loan rates, free checking, free online services like online banking and bill payment, excellent member service, and convenient branch locations. Employees can visit sefcu.com to open an account or learn more. Find SEFCU on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sefcu or follow them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/sefcu.
HEALTH INSURANCE / EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Access to affordable health insurance and other employee benefits for sole-proprietors and small businesses with two or more eligibles. Sole-Proprietors have access to the same health insurance programs as do groups with two or more eligibles. Sole-Proprietors without employees have a higher premium than do businesses with employees.
Click on the above link to view the current available health insurance options. Since rates vary by county and whether a sole-proprietor with no employees or a business with two or more eligibles, please call 800.700.1294 for rates for your location and specific situation.
Employee Benefits for those businesses with two or more eligibles include vision, dental, group life plus short and long term disability.
WOMEN IN BUSINESS
This organization recognizes, supports and encourages women owned small businesses. We periodically interview successful women to gain insight into how they have achieved that success with the goal that others may benefit from their experience.
CREDIT CARD PROCESSING
Charge Card Systems, a nationwide leader in credit card processing, is proud to be a preferred vendor for NESBG and offer members the GUARANTEED LOWEST credit card processing rates in the industry. Whether you currently accept credit cards and would like to keep more of the revenue from credit cards for your business or would like to reduce your accounts receivable by beginning to accept credit cards, you will find the rates and service unequaled. Also available to members is a free smartphone card reader and app that allows you to accept credit cards with your smartphone from anywhere. No equipment charge, software charge, or
set-up fees.
TOLL FREE NUMBERS
Your own business toll free number is able to ring to any phone you choose and can be changed instantly via your computer. This works well for all size businesses including sole proprietors who might lose a potential client while away on the job or away from their business. Toll free numbers also project a positive business image and can cost as little as $2 per month with reasonable phone minute charges.
PAYROLL SERVICES
Whether you currently do payroll yourself, or have it done through an outside source, we believe you will find the friendly, affordable and personal service offered to members through Datarite of Central New York to save you time and money. This fast, accurate and confidential service is also available on a Multi-State basis for those requiring that capability.
WEB RELATED SERVICES
As an association of small businesses, we understand how important it is to be able to market your business to as many people as possible. The internet is the fastest, most efficient way to accomplish that goal. NESBG provides the avenue for you to quickly create an affordable and professional website, acquire domain names, set up business email and a host of other related products
and services.
LOST/FOUND KEY SERVICE
This service sells key tags with unique registration numbers that are used in place of the owner’s personal information. Should
the keys, with the Lost/Found tag be lost and then found by a stranger, the key tag provides information on how to return it to Lost/Found Keys home office. Once returned, Lost/Found Key personnel will return the keys to the owner at Lost/Found’s
expense. A reward is also offered and will be paid by Lost/Found Key to the finder, if requested, upon the return of the keys.
PRINTING AND PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS
Proforma Nexidea Marketing is offering our members the following – 1,000 Full color business cards for $29.95, or a Business Starter Package of 500 full color business cards and 250 full color tri-fold brochures for $99.00. In addition, they are offering all NESBG members 10% off of all promotional, screen printed, or embroidery orders.
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU - BBB
The BBB is the leader in advancing marketplace trust. An unbiased not-for-profit organization, BBB sets and upholds high standards for fair and honest business behavior. Businesses earn BBB accreditation through their own ethical business behavior. Northeast Small Business Group is proud to be a BBB Accredited Business and encourages NESBG members to consider seeking accreditation for their respective businesses.