Hollywood Business Resources

Thursday, May 7, 2020


The City of Hollywood’s Office of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development is available to talk you through any of your business-related issues. Contact us at 954.921.3620 or by email.

Business Assistance: Navigating COVID-19
FastTrac® Start-Up Program - APPLY NOW!
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Kauffman FastTrac® equips entrepreneurs with the business skills and insights, tools, resources and peer networks necessary to start and grow businesses, helping to clear the path from idea to business start.

In the City of Hollywood FastTrac® Start-Up Program, you will:
  • Build your skills as an entrepreneur
  • Research, develop and determine the viability of a business concept
  • Master the business planning process using a step-by-step approach
  • Analyze and test the concept at various checkpoints
  • Develop a strong business plan and connect to services that will help you start your business
  • Compete in a business plan and pitch competition
FastTrac® Start-Up Application Criteria
  • Open to Hollywood residents and businesses ONLY
  • Entrepreneurs, early-stage small business owners, and businesses wishing to develop a new line of products or services in an effort to adapt to COVID-19 challenges
  • Strength, development and ability of your business idea/concept to survive during this new uncertain economy
Interested applicants should submit comprehensive descriptions and responses to questions in order to strengthen the application and increase chances of acceptance. Include your past work experience as it relates to your business idea, experience and knowledge in the industry, knowledge of target market, and any steps taken towards launch.

Apply online by the May 21 deadline

Simple Steps to Restarting Your Business
Our expert-led, 4-session online series begins tonight.
TODAY at 6PM
REGISTER HERE
EIDL Available to U.S. Agricultural Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
Click here for more information.
Paycheck Protection Program

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)


The SBA's application portal for PPP is now live. Click here to learn more about this federal business assistance program.


Use this search tool to find nearby lenders eligible to issue a PPP loan. Due to high demand for this program, we advise you to contact your lender(s) and confirm if PPP applications are still being accepted.

Click here for AICPA's List of Recommendations for PPP Application & Loan Forgiveness

Hospitality Industry Relief Fund
Grants available for restaurants impacted by COVID-19.
APPLY NOW
Financial impact of COVID-19: What retailers and landlords can do
Read about long and short term landlord liquidity, what landlords and retailers can do, and how the CARES Act stacks up.
IRS Economic Impact Payments
Learn who qualifies for these IRS payments which are now being distributed.
Short-Time Compensation Program
Learn if your business can benefit from this program and how to apply.
CareerSource Broward Video
Considering laying off your employees?
Watch this first.
Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan
Check the status of your Bridge Loan application here.
Reemployment Assistance Application Guide
Access our step-by-step guide here.


COVID-19 Assistance for Hollywood Businesses


Hollywood Business Closures
State and local orders are in place to protect public health and safety.
Hollywood Restaurants - Delivery & Takeout Lists
Has your restaurant adapted to COVID-19 closures? Register any available services here.
GHCC Programs & Content
View available business resources from the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
Broward SCORE: Upcoming Online Workshops for Small Businesses
Learn from the experts with SCORE’s small business training workshops.
Business Damage Survey
Help activate additional financial assistance resources with this survey.
Hospitality Industry Resources
Assistance is available from the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.
GFLA - Request a Virutal Meeting
Request a one-on-one business assistance meeting.
Business Assistance: Learning & Development
Make Hollywood Count!
There’s Strength in Numbers… Make Hollywood Strong!
Fill out your Census questionnaire today:
www.my2020census.gov
2020 Census - Everyone counts.
2020 Census - Taking part is your civic duty.
2020 Census - It's about fair representation.
Memorial Healthcare System is in need of plasma donors!
Memorial Healthcare System is in need of plasma donors!
Learn how to donate potentially lifesaving plasma to those in need.

Links to these established programs can be found on the City's Economic Development website. Please continue to monitor www.hollywoodfl.org and www.choosehollywoodfl.com for the latest updates.

Economic Development Division
Raelin Storey, CMED Director
Herb Conde-Parlato, Economic Development Manager
Tekisha Jordan, Principal Planner
Marina Melo, Economic Development Marketing Coordinator

Community Redevelopment Agency - Beach & Downtown Districts
Jorge Camejo, Executive Director
954.924.2980

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