Hollywood Business Resource Guide

Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Programs and Events
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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.

Click here to learn more and register!

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Ready to Put Your Idea to the Test?


Apply today and ignite your idea! The City of Hollywood and the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce have partnered to present the SPARK Hollywood Pitch Competition and are seeking entrepreneurs at any stage of development to pitch their big idea.

The ‘quick-pitch competition’ will feature entrepreneurs and new ventures competing for cash prizes by giving a three-minute presentation of their innovative business proposal to a panel of judges comprised of local investors and business professionals. SPARK aims to bridge the gap between investors, businesses, and entrepreneurs.

The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and the City’s Office of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development SPARK Hollywood events are designed to support and grow entrepreneurship in our City. Finalists will present the day of the SPARK Pitch Competition in person on May 26.
 
If you have the next great idea or business apply today! Applications must be submitted by April 14, 2022. For more information, visit:
www.sparkhollywoodfl.com

Apply: https://airtable.com/shrWQ1axdKwUiGguc

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Want to Get Your Exclusive Dining, Shopping, Attractions and Services Offers in Front of Visitors and Residents?


Visit Lauderdale, in partnership with TravelHost of Greater Fort Lauderdale, has announced their 20th annual 2022/2023 Pocket Saver, which will also include LauderDeals. Pocket Saver will feature exclusive dining, shopping, attractions and services offers.

This handy, pocket-sized print guide and map offers valuable incentives. Participants can showcase their establishments in half-page and full-page ads. Please note that Visit Lauderdale’s annual LauderDeals program remains FREE for you to sign up and register your deals.

The pocket guide and map is a paid enhancement offered exclusively by TravelHost to help you increase the reach of your LauderDeals offers or other deals. There is no requirement to put a “deal” in your advertising message.

For more information, contact Ina Lee at (954) 463-4733.

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Walmart’s 9th Annual Open Call Application Period is Open for All Entrepreneurs with Products Made, Grown or Assembled in the U.S.


Small business owners and entrepreneurs with a dream of selling their U.S. made, grown or assembled products to millions of customers now have their chance. In addition to sourcing new products, Open Call also aims to expand work the retailer is already doing with current online sellers.

Applications for the two-day hybrid event will be accepted through April 8.

Applicants who receive a one-on-one product pitch meeting invitation will be given 30 minutes to showcase to Walmart and/or Sam’s Club merchants why their product and business should join the Walmart family. Entrepreneurs can secure deals ranging from supplying products to a handful of local stores to supplying hundreds of Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs as well as Walmart.com.

In addition to the product pitch meetings, Open Call includes breakout sessions featuring Walmart and Sam’s Club leaders and special guests to provide suppliers and sellers with valuable insights and to offer additional resources available.


Businesses wishing to apply for this year’s Open Call event can apply here. Anyone wishing to learn more about becoming a Walmart Marketplace seller can click here.

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Available Grants and/or Loans and Credit Program

  • SOAR Fund | Connect2Capital (County loans for small businesses and non profits) - The fund will be administered by NDC on behalf of the county
  • U.S. SBA Funding Programs

  • COVID-19 Relief Options

  • Broward Municipal Services District Revolving Loan Fund (BMSD RLF)

  • South Florida Regional Planning Council (SFRPC CARES ACT Business Revolving Loan Fund)
  • Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Scholarship
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Paycheck Protection Program borrowers: If your loan is $150,000 or less, you may be eligible to apply for direct forgiveness through the SBA, using their online portal. Follow the steps below. 1. Find out if your lender is participating. 2. Watch a video about how to use the portal. 3. Apply for forgiveness.

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Tax Boot Camp for Small Business Owners  

This seminar is specifically developed for small business owners who have little to no experience or understanding of the role and impact of income taxes on their businesses. It is facilitated by experienced Tax Professionals and is designed to provide ideas and tax strategies that can be shared with one's tax advisor.

Tuesday, April 5 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here


Digital Marketing 101
  

During this presentation, we will be doing a high-level overview of the digital marketing space, opportunities for business owners, and highlighting upcoming trends in digital marketing on social media. With advancements in technology and changes in the digital marketing space happening every day, there are some amazing platforms and tools out there that can make any person or business a marketing expert. However, starting up can seem daunting without a good overview of opportunity as a whole. Find out how you can take advantage of these digital marketing platforms to take your business to the next level and ultimately grow your bottom line. 

Tuesday, April 5 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here


Building Credit for Your Business   

  

The Building Credit webinar summarizes the importance of small business owners having a good personal and business credit history.
After completing this training, participants will understand the following:
  1. How the personal and business credit reporting landscape relates to their business
  2. What goes into the personal and business credit reports and scores used to assess credit profiles
  3. How to establish and build strong personal and business credit histories to support the growth and sustainability of their business
  4. How lenders and other businesses may use personal and business credit reports and scores to assess lending risk or evaluate other business-to-business opportunities;
  5. How the use of credit reporting services can help small business owners make sound decisions
  6. How to leverage strong personal and business credit histories to obtain satisfactory financing terms
  7. How to recognize when business and personal credit history may become a bigger factor in seeking larger financing options

Wednesday, April 6 • 10AM • Webinar • Free • Register Here


 Understanding Financial Statements and Sustainability 

Learn about 3 financial statements that will give you a high level “dashboard” for how your business is performing financially so you can secure a business loan and much more!

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Ask an Expert - Smart Money Moves for Your Business     

   
Learn money management strategies that improve your business's cash flow.
Join in on the LIVE Q&A session with expert presenter Justin Krane.
In this webinar, we will answer questions about:
  • Pricing
  • How to set up your business to fund your personal financial life
  • Increasing your profits
  • Proactive cash flow planning

Thursday, April 14 • 1PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here


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Noise Requirements

Noise Regulations
Now in Effect

Effective June 1st, select Hollywood businesses must have a Noise Level Detection Device installed. Learn more about the new rules in effect for residents, business owners, and vacation rental property owners HERE.

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Be Safe. Be Smart.

Additional COVID-19 Resources for Hollywood Businesses Are Available Here

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