When Karla D. Valrie-Potts, founder of KVP Education Consulting Services LLC, sought to expand her business from Virginia into New York, she turned to Empire State Development for guidance. Through ESD’s Entrepreneurship Assistance Center (EAC) network, she connected with the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC), which provided hands-on assistance in navigating the certification process. QEDC guided her through the necessary steps, ensuring all required documents were submitted to the New York State Department of State smoothly and efficiently.
With support from ESD and QEDC, KVP Education Consulting Services is now certified to operate in New York, expanding its mission of improving educational outcomes through teacher support, curriculum development, and professional development services. Valrie-Potts, who holds a doctoral degree in education, credits ESD’s resources and QEDC’s expert guidance for making the process seamless, allowing her to bring her expertise to New York’s education sector.