Hollywood Business Resources

Monday, February 8, 2021

BisNow Webinar: Exploring Development Opportunities & Incentives

Wednesday, February 10 • 10:30 AM


Get the inside scoop on future economic and commercial real estate (CRE) development opportunities in Hollywood, Florida. Learn about Hollywood's hottest projects and what is in the development pipeline for 2021 and beyond.  The City of Hollywood is back in business! Join us for a deep dive into why Hollywood stands out as a top tier investment destination. Click here to register here for this online event.

 
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Why is Hollywood a major draw for CRE investment and what major projects are in the pipeline for 2021?
  • Why is Hollywood's geographical location attractive for developers, residents, and corporations alike?
  • What incentives are available to investors or developers interested in Hollywood?
 
FEATURED PRESENTERS
  • Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, City of Hollywood
  • Raelin Storey, Economic Development Director, City of Hollywood
  • Eric Fordin, Managing Director, The Related Group
  • Lon Tabatchnick, SVP of Development, The Altman Companies
  • Ian Bruce Eichner, Chairman, The Continuum Company
  • Keith Poliakoff, Partner, Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr

Your ticket includes multiple hours of content and access to three virtual networking opportunities including direct messaging with other attendees, the ability to request and host video meetings and 3-minute video-enabled speed networking to make deals happen. Register today!

Brightline Trains Continue Testing in Miami-Dade & Broward

Brightline Trains Continues Signal Testing in Miami-Dade & Broward


Brightline trains are currently present on the corridor from West Palm Beach to Miami to conduct signal testing. Signal work will take place throughout February in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties between NE 2nd Ave. in Little River and Griffin Rd. in Dania. Trains will be operating and train horns will sound during the day, overnight and in quiet zones.

Continuous testing with flaggers present will be at the below crossings in Hollywood.

From Sunday, February 7 at 7:00 a.m. through Thursday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m.
:

Pembroke Rd.
Washington St.



From Sunday, February 14 at 7:00 a.m. through Thursday, February 18 at 7:00 p.m.:

Pembroke Rd.
Washington St.
Monroe St.
Harrison St.
Hollywood Blvd.
Tyler St.
Fillmore St.
Johnson St.
Garfield St.
Taft St.
Sheridan St.


Signal work, which will be carried out in phases throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties, is expected to be completed by summer 2021. The testing will support future positive train control (PTC) implementation.

More information on upcoming testing is available on the Brightline website.


29th Avenue Complete Streets Project

On February 4, the City of Hollywood’s Engineering, Transportation and Mobility Division held a virtual public meeting on a Complete Streets Project for 29th Avenue within the South Florida Design and Commerce Center.

In conjunction with Broward County and the City’s focus on implementing the “Complete Streets” model on important corridors citywide, the City has hired consultant Kimley-Horn to review the characteristics of the N 29th Avenue corridor between Sheridan Street and Stirling Road. The team is studying existing and long-range traffic volumes to see if the roadway can be modified to include Complete Streets features. Some of the project improvements could include:

  • Lane repurposing
  • Wider sidewalks with pavers
  • Dedicated center turn lane
  • Buffered bike lane
  • Drainage modifications
  • Undergrounding of overhead wires

Click here to view the recording of this public meeting.

Virtual Open House - 2021 Business Programs
Missed our Virtual Open House?

Click here to watch the recording and learn about all of the FREE resources available to your Hollywood business.

Password: OpenHouse2021
Backing Business: City of Hollywood Partners With Broward SCORE
FREE virtual business workshops covering multiple business topics, including pandemic recovery, are led by local business professionals with specific knowledge on starting and running businesses in Broward County and the City of Hollywood.

Learn more and register today:
broward.score.org/city-hollywood-cmed

 
Upcoming Webinars
"Serving Up Leadership" with Kenneth Stiles

Kenneth Stiles took the helm as CEO of Stiles in early 2017 as Terry Stiles transitioned to Chairman. The move followed the company’s long-established leadership succession plan that paved the road for its long-term growth and sustainability. 

Tuesday, February 9 • 12PM • Cost: FREE • Register Here



FAU Tech Runway Entrepreneurs' Xchange

Ron Tarro, a former technology CEO in the enterprise telecommunications software industry and FAU Tech Runway mentor board member, with moderator Kevin Cox, Ph.D., assistant director of FAU's Adams Center for Entrepreneurship, will discuss his experiences in technology strategy, product management and more.

Tuesday, February 9 • 5:30PM • Cost: FREE • Register Here


CareerSource Broward Virtual Presentation & Employer Spotlight: Rapid Employment Program

Learn about CareerSource Broward’s NO COST solutions for your job search and training needs! Topics will include:
  • Remote Job Placement Assistance & Virtual Tools
  • Employer Spotlight: Rapid Employment Program
  • GED Assistance
  • Information about scholarships up to $12,000 for education and in-demand career training
  • Virtual Job Fairs, Job Search & Interviewing Tips for Job Seekers
  • Federal Bonding Program
  • Online Professional Career Development Workshops
  • Reemployment Application Assistance

Tuesday, February 16 • 11AM • Cost: Free • Register Here



Getting Grant Ready

Learn 10 components to building a better proposal. This webinar will be hosted by the Florida Association of Nonprofits, which exists to help nonprofits thrive by providing education, resources, group discounts, advocacy, networking opportunities, and more. 

Tuesday, February 16 • 1PM • Cost: Free • Register Here


Business Valuation: What's Your Business Really Worth?

Only 25% of small business owners know what their business is worth. Join this live webinar to discuss important tools to help you gain perspective on the financial and operational health of your business. You will also learn about the documents you need to prepare your business valuation report and to get an accurate measure of what your business is worth. Conducted by the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at FAU.

Wednesday, February 17 • 12PM • Cost: Free • Register Here


Raising First Round of Venture Funding: How To Be Investor Ready

This online event will be conducted by the Alan B. Levan NSU Broward Center of Innovation. The panel will be comprised of:

  • Charles Birnbaum, Partner, Bessemer Venture Partners
  • Eric Osiakwan, Managing Partner at Chanzo Capital 
  • Joyce J. Shen,  Venture Investor, Tenfore Holdings
  • Joshua Siegel, General Partner at Acronym Venture Capital

Wednesday, February 17 • 10AM • Cost: Free • Register Here



Paycheck Protection Program Webinar

Paycheck Protection Program
"2nd Round" Webinar


The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Treasury Department, re-opened the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers.

This round of the PPP continues to prioritize millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $284 billion toward job retention and certain other expenses through March 31, 2021, and by allowing certain existing PPP borrowers to apply for a Second Draw PPP Loan.

Join the South Florida District Office and explore the next steps in the PPP process.


Tuesday, February 9 • 1PM EST • Register Here
(
en español) Wednesday, February 10 • 11AM EST • Register Here
Wednesday, February 10 • 1PM EST • Register Here




PPP Forgiveness Webinar


The SBA has published a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act. Join the SBA's South Florida District Office to learn more about the PPP Forgiveness process during one of this week's free webinars:


Thursday, February 11 • 1PM EST • Register Here
Friday, February 12 • 1PM EST • Register Here


English Version Recording • CARES 2021: Free Online Workshop

New Federal Grant & Loan Programs


Learn how to access the government's new financial assistance resources for your business.

Click here to watch the recording in English.



Grabación en español • CARES 2021: Taller Online Gratuito

Nuevas Subvenciones &
Préstamos Gubernamentales


Aprenda cómo acceder a nuevos recursos por parte del Gobierno Federal para su negocio.

Haga clic aquí para la grabación en español.

Business Development Online Workshop: Network With Purpose
ONLINE WORKSHOP
Business Development: Network With Purpose
Tommorow, February 9 • 10:30 a.m.

REGISTER HERE
RISE Webinar • Thursday, February 11 • 9AM
RISE: Virtual Business Forum
Thursday, February 11 • 10AM
Cost: Free
REGISTER HERE
GHCC West Side Business Group
Tuesday, February 26 • 3PM
Click Here To Register
Upcoming BrowardUP Programms

Upcoming BrowardUP Programming

In addition to Broward College's popular health science courses, BrowardUP is pleased to be offering upcoming remote/online classes in the following areas:

  • AWS Cloud Computing
  • Project Management 
  • Process Improvement  
  • Front Desk Representative 
  • Supply Chain Customer Service Operations
  • And More!

New courses are continually being added. Visit the BrowardUP website today!


BrowardUP • Rapid Credentials
BrowardUP Rapid Credentials Programs

All programs are FREE and take under one year to complete •
Eligible students will receive free laptops!


Click here to learn more and apply: BROWARD.EDU/RAPIDS
Miami Herald Startup Pitch Competition

If you’re an entrepreneur whose young startup seeks that extra edge, the 2021 Miami Herald Startup Pitch Competition is for you! Once again, the Miami Herald is seeking pitch decks with 12-20 slides for both the Community Track and the FIU Track, sponsored by Florida International University's College of Business.

Panels of expert judges will select the best business plans in each track based on the quality of the idea, the submitted pitch deck and (for those who make the finals) a live pitch presentation.

Click here to learn more about this opportunity. The application deadline is March 2, 2021.


Paycheck Protection Program

PPP Loan Portal Is Open To All Participating PPP Lenders


The Small Business Administration (SBA) has re-opened the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan portal to all participating PPP lenders. PPP provides loans to help businesses keep their workforce employed during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. SBA is currently offering:

  • First Draw PPP loans- for those borrowers who have not received a PPP loan before August 8, 2020.
  • Second Draw PPP loans- for eligible small businesses with 300 employees or less and that previously received a First Draw PPP loan. These borrowers will have to use or had used the full amount of their First Draw loan only for authorized uses and demonstrate at least a 25% reduction in gross receipts between comparable quarters in 2019 and 2020. The maximum amount of a Second Draw PPP loan is $2 million.

The Paycheck Protection Program remains open for First and Second Draw PPP loans until March 31, 2021, as set forth in the Economic Aid Act, or until Congressionally-appropriated funding is exhausted. More information on PPP can be found here.

SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program

$20B Available In EIDL Grants


The Small Business Administration (SBA)'s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program portal is open and accepting applications. Congress has allocated a total of $20 billion in new Economic Injury Disaster Loan grants specifically for businesses in low-income communities.

Businesses experiencing economic impacts due to COVID-19 and wishing to apply for this program are encouraged to complete the online EIDL application as soon as possible.

FPL Main Street Recovery Program for Small Businesses

FPL is now accepting applications for the Main Street Recovery Credit Program, which expands their COVID-19 relief effort by offering bill credits to qualifying small and independent businesses.  
 
Establishments in FPL’s service area that are eligible to apply for the program include: 

  • New small businesses 

  • Small businesses that were inactive for at least six consecutive months after March 2020 

  • Existing small businesses operating in federally designated Opportunity Zones 

 
Qualifying small businesses would receive a monthly 10% credit based on the prior month’s energy charge portion of their bill through 2021. Small business customers can click here to fill out an application and seek approval for the new program.


Small Business Loans Available Through The CARES Act
Click here to learn more and apply.
Be Safe. Be Smart.
Safe & Clean Pledge

Safe & Clean Pledge:
Show Your Commitment to Safely Welcoming Visitors


As Florida is currently among the top states for COVID-19 cases, and cases nationwide are rising, we need to reinforce and showcase that our entire community has a united front to proactively mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and that we are a safe and welcoming destination for all to enjoy.

If you haven’t already done so, please consider taking the Visit Lauderdale Safe & Clean Pledge today at sunny.org/pledge.  Registration takes very little time, and it is FREE. Taking the pledge aligns with CDC recommended guidelines, and your business will be promoted as part of Visit Lauderdale’s marketing efforts on the program. 

Upon taking the pledge, you are invited to display the destination’s clearly stated Safe & Clean protocols. You will receive:

   • A downloadable Safe & Clean pledge to print and display

   • A physical poster delivered to place of business to display

   • The Safe & Clean logo will be added to your listing on sunny.org

CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE PLEDGE NOW

Additional COVID-19 Resources For Hollywood Businesses Are Available Here

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