Upcoming Events & Important Resources

End of 2019/20 Season Event:         
​On-Site Saturday Work Session

Our Season Is Coming To An End
 At the beginning of the season, we set our intentions for a season filled with business growth, wellness, wealth and success. Our vision board exercise and December framing event helped us set our goals and create the vision to support them. No one anticipated COVID-19, but we press on together!
So whether you've been procrastinating on completing that certification, need to catch up on emails, or seriously want o strategize for your business in this our new "normal", then this is the place to be. Be  sure to register so we can plan for you and review the safety protocols. Masks are required, 6ft. physical distancing will be maintained and hand sanitizer will be available upon entry.
See you Saturday!
 

DATE: Saturday, June 27, 2020
TIME: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
PLACE: Clout Workspace
9221 Hampton Overlook
Capitol Heights, MD  20743
 (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

 

IMPORTANT COVID-19 RESOURCES

  1. World Health Organization (WHO) - CLICK HERE
  2. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) - CLICK HERE
  3. Maryland Department of Health - CLICK HERE
  4. Maryland Department of Commerce - CLICK HERE
  5. ​Prince George's County COVID-19 Info  - CLICK HERE


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 SBA COVID-19 Relief Programs
There are various Small Business Administration (SBA) options providing financial reprieve to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic including the following. Please click on the hyperlinked titles to find more information.

​Reminder, if you are eligible and have not done so, please submit your PPP Loan Application to your lender ASAP. It is anticipated that the  PPP option will soon end.  Encourage others who may be qualified to submit their PPP Loan applications too, now!
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
Designed as a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on payroll. Loan will be forgiven if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight  (8) weeks and the money is used for payroll (75%), rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. Must apply through any existing SBA 7(a) lender, or other federally insured depository institution, federally insured credit union, and Farm Credit System institution that is participating.

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance (EIDL)
Open to all U.S. small business owners in all U.S., D.C., and territories for an EIDL advance of up to $10,000 to businesses currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue. This loan advance will not have to be repaid.
 
SBA Express Bridge Loans
Allows small businesses who currently have a business relationship with an SBA Express Lender to access up to $25,000 quickly.
 
SBA Debt Relief
• The SBA will automatically pay the principal, interest, and fees of current 7(a), 504, and microloans for a period of six months.
• The SBA will also automatically pay the principal, interest, and fees of new 7(a), 504, and microloans issued prior to September 27, 2020.
Goldman Sachs Expands Free Online Education for Small Businesses

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women is a global initiative that fosters economic growth by providing women entrepreneurs around the world with a business and management education, mentoring and networking, and access to capital.

In these uncertain times, Goldman Sachs is making the business education and practical skills offered in the 10,000 Women course available online, free of charge. 

Learners are now able to take any course, or combination of courses, that suits their immediate needs. The courses offer lessons and practical advice on topics from marketing to leadership, operations and financing.
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