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We’ve got you covered! Expand your knowledge of federal government contracting, human resources management, marketing, finances, trademark and copyright laws, and more. Generate leads by participating in various webinars offered. Each webinar is free to attend, approximately an hour long, and interactive.For a list of upcoming webinars, please click here.
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Women Entrepreneurs Launch Event - Nov. 30To support and lift women entrepreneurship across the country, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office launched Women’s Entrepreneurship (WE), a community-focused, collaborative, and creative initiative to inspire women and tap their potential to meaningfully increase equity, job creation, and economic prosperity. Register for the official WE launch event on November 30, 2022 at the USPTO headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia or join virtually.
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Your customers are online searching for you. Are you everywhere you need to be?
Learn about Google’s free tool for local businesses who want to connect with local customers on Google Search and Maps.
In this FREE webinar, you'll learn how to:
•Create or claim your profile on Google
•Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
•Use this tool to connect with potential customers
Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
Register here:https://choosehollywoodfl.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=266
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Nominate Today!Nominations for the National Small Business Week Awards for 2023, including the Small Business Person of the Year, are open until Dec. 8, 2022. Could you be the next winner? Submit your nomination today.Learn moreDeadline: Dec. 8, 2022. |
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Jobs in Broward County increased by 36,300 or 4.2% year over year as of October 2022Broward County’s job report indicated a 2.6% unemployment rate in October 2022. This rate was 1.3% points lower than the area’s year-ago rate of 3.9%. The labor force was 1,085,572 up 37,779 (+3.6%) over the year. Nonagricultural employment in the Ft. Lauderdale-Pompano Bch-Deerfield Bch Metro Division was 900,800, an increase of 36,300 jobs (4.2%) over the year.
“Broward County’s October unemployment rate remained stable at 2.6%, and more than 36,000 jobs were added, maintaining the year-over-year job growth trend. Greater Fort Lauderdale is a location of choice for companies in high-value targeted industries, supporting the overall job growth in the county,” said Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance President/CEO, Bob Swindell. “We thank our many partners, investors and leaders at Broward County and our municipalities, who have been working with us to grow and diversify the economy.”
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Data and AnalysisIn the month of October, the Leisure and Hospitality (+9.8%); Construction (+4.9%); and Professional and Business Services (+4.5%) industries grew faster in the metro area than statewide over the year.
The Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach-Deerfield Beach metro had the highest (+4,400) and the fastest (+4.9%) annual job growth compared to all the metro areas in the state in the Construction Industry.
All industries gained jobs over the year, the top three included Leisure and Hospitality (+8,600 jobs), Professional and Business Services (+7,300 jobs) and Education and Health Services (+6,100 jobs).
Non-Agricultural employment increased month to month by 11,500 jobs or +1.3% with all industries gaining jobs except for Information. No industries lost jobs over the month or over the year.
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Program Provides Late Shift Employees Direct Rides to and From Work The Broward County Transits' (BCT) Late Shift Connect provides on-demand and direct transportation for late shift workers when regular transit services are generally not available. For more information or to enroll, visit lateshiftconnect.org. |
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Broward County Public Transportation Broward County Transit has launched a new plan and is looking for input on future transit options. The new plan is called PREMO, short for premium mobility plan, and will identify a pipeline of premium transit projects that will connect BCT services with regional services. Help define the future of Broward Public Transportation by providing your feedback. Take the survey: premo.broward.org. |
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eMerge Americas Startup Showcase 2023eMerge Americas is seeking the next wave of innovative ventures. Founders have the chance to win $400,000 in investments at eMerge Americas' Global Startup Showcase in Miami Beach. This two-day event will take place April 20-21. Participants will participate in a multi-week virtual program and in-person grand finale pitch competition. Learn more and apply here by Dec. 20. |
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Available Grants and/or Loans and Credit ProgramSmall business grants exist for entrepreneurs and small businesses that meet the right criteria. Find out how you can use them to start or grow your business. For a list of grant options, please click here. |
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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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