Did you know that July is Independent Retailer Month? Independent retailers are a cornerstone of any local economy. They serve as the foundation for thriving, sustainable communities by creating jobs and providing services. Show your support by shopping at an independent retailer and if you are thinking about starting your own business, the SBA has resources to help you along the way.
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Deadline Extended to 7/13!
Work Skills Training Scholarships Available For Eligible Hollywood ResidentsThe City of Hollywood, in partnership with OIC of South Florida, is offering Work Skills Training Scholarships to eligible Hollywood residents. The 11-week course provides FREE in-depth vocational training, preparing participants for entry-level positions on their career path. Courses will be held on Saturdays through the months of July 16 to September 24, from 9am-4pm at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center located at 2400 Charleston Street, Hollywood FL, 33020.
CONSTRUCTION OPERATION & WAREHOUSE LOGISTICS * Saturdays* 9am-4pm
Upon completion of the course, potential positions and salaries include:
Hand Laborer & Material Mover
Packing Specialist
Shipping & Receiving Clerk
Only those applicants residing within the City's low to moderate-income (LMI) neighborhoods may participate in the Work Skills Training Scholarship Program. All submitted applications will go through an address verification process to ensure that participants meet this program requirement. Participants must also self-certify household income and provide proof of their U.S. Citizen or legal resident status. Online applications are now open until Wednesday, July 13 at 11:59 p.m. at this link: Apply here. |
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Join SBA and Public Private Strategies Institute on July 6, 2022 for a ‘Made in America’ themed webinar to learn more about our government contracting resources and tools. Additional speakers may be announced. Register. |
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Interested in learning how your small business can become a vendor with Broward County's premier concert, sports and entertainment venue? If so, join us at this exciting vendor outreach event with Key Procurement and Event Management for FLA Live Arena. The purpose is to assist with identifying firms to meet the 25% CBE participation goal of the current operating agreement with Broward County. Meet directly with those responsible for procuring the diverse purchasing needs for FLA Live Arena and the Florida Panthers. |
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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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Financial Management for Small Business
The Financial Management for a Small Business module will take you on an important first step to building a better financial future for your business. After completing this training, you will be able to:
• Explain the concept of financial management and why it is important to a small business.
• Identify financial management practices, rules, and tools that are commonly available to a small business.
• Explain the most common financial state
• Explain how these financial management practices, rules, and tools work.
• Explain financial management basics for a small business.
• Explain the importance of cash flow management
• Explain the basics of financing for start-up and growing businesses.
Thursday, July 7 • 11AM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Managing Your People Resources – Legally
Whether you’re hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting, considering requests for leave or dealing with any of dozens of other employee issues, when you make decisions and carry out personnel duties, it can be a legal minefield, and you need to be aware that expensive legal consequences are possible at every step. This session will address new developments in employment and labor regulations, along with practical applications for your small business. Covering the fundamentals of FLSA, IRCA, USERRA UGESP, OSHA, TITLE VII, ADA, FCRA, ADEA, COBRA, FMLA, EEO-1 and more. Workshop objectives include: Awareness of the various employment regulations and understand how to apply them for your business. Determining the laws with which you must comply based on # of employees. Identify what errors or omissions you might be making with employee on-boarding procedures. Understand Title VII discrimination and learn procedures and tools to mitigate the risk of litigation.
Thursday, July 7 • 6PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Starting a Business in Florida
If you've been considering starting your own small business, but are unsure of how and where to begin, don't miss out on this presentation. You will be provided with step-by-step information about how to start a business in Florida. Wednesday, July 13 • 12PM • Webinar • Free • Register Here
Business Structure - Which Should I Choose? Learn the difference between Sole Proprietorship, LLC, S-Corp as well as the importance of copyrights, trademarks and patents. Thinking about starting a business but you don't know where to start? Join this informational webinar to learn about the different types of business structures such as Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, LLC, S-Corp as well as the importance of copyrights, trademarks and patents.Thursday, July 14 • 11AM • Webinar • Free • Register |
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Noise Regulations in EffectEffective 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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