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Community Coronavirus Briefing from AdventHealth

In a recent interview, Dr. Alric Simmonds Jr., AdventHealth Chief Health Equity Officer and Chief Medical Officer of AdventHealth Celebration shared his thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine. The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines is “a wonderful medical breakthrough,” says Dr. Simmonds. He also addressed the importance of getting vaccinated as it…

Under the American Rescue Plan, employers are entitled to tax credits for providing paid leave to employees who take time off related to COVID-19 vaccinations.

FS-2021-09, April 2021 The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) allows small and midsize employers, and certain governmental employers, to claim refundable tax credits that reimburse them for the cost of providing paid sick and family leave to their employees due to COVID-19, including leave taken by employees to…

COVID-19 Guides and Resources from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

The U.S. Chamber continues to create, update, and evolve its various guides and resources to continue bringing businesses the information you need during these uncertain times. NEW! 10 Steps to Host a Vaccine ClinicNEW! Best Practices: Public-Private Partnerships for Vaccine DistributionNEW! Generalized Overview of the Requirements to Host a Vaccine…

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Applauds Tax Credit for Small Businesses as a Path Forward for Economic Health

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Small Business Policy, Tom Sullivan released the following statement in response to President Biden’s revisions to the tax credit to compensate small businesses for providing paid time off for vaccines. “We know that the sooner more Americans are vaccinated, the sooner we can…

ORLANDO’S EXPLORIA STADIUM ANNOUNCED AS HOST VENUE FOR 2021 CONCACAF GOLD CUP

Downtown Orlando venue to add another marquee soccer event to hosting portfolio ORLANDO, Fla. (April 22, 2021) — On Thursday afternoon, Concacaf (The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football) announced Exploria Stadium, the home of Orlando City SC of Major League Soccer and Orlando Pride of the…

SBA Announces Official Restaurant Revitalization Fund Application and Guidelines

Economic relief prioritized for underserved communities WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman today announced key details on application requirements, eligibility, and a program guide for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RFF). The restaurant industry has been among the hardest-hit sectors during the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Level Up Your Earth Day With Lessons from 2020

By Kim Praniewicz By some accounts, Earth Day is the largest secular observance in the world, celebrated by over a billion people each year on April 22 — and last year was its 50th anniversary. Unfortunately, the world wasn’t able to give that milestone as much attention as it…

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Guides & Resources

The U.S. Chamber continues to create, update, and evolve its various guides and resources to continue bringing businesses the information you need during these uncertain times. NEW! Public-Private Partnership Best Practices for Vaccine DistributionEssential Work of Local Chambers in the Fight Against COVID-19The Best Ways for Employers…

For Hackers, It Pays to Be Nice

Guest Article from Clinton Pownall, President/CEO of Computer Business Consultants There’s an old country song made popular by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings: “Momma, Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys.” These days you could sing the same sad song about hackers . .

New & Renewed Members March 2021

RENEWED EXCLUSIVE Thermo King of the SoutheastComplete Power Solutions ELITE Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.Azteca D’ OroCentral Florida Expressway AuthoritySpectrum…

Mainstreet Fairness, Unemployment Tax Relief and Business Rent Tax Reduction Headed to Governor

On Thursday, April 8, the Florida House passed SB 50 on a bipartisan vote of 93-24, before the Senate passed the bill 27-12, sending it to the Governor’s desk. This bill is a huge win for Florida’s business community and contains three significant priorities. SB 50, as initially filed, created…

Duke Energy awards $653,000 in education-related grants in Florida

Duke Energy is investing $653,000 in educational grants to empower students and educators in Florida. Twenty-three grants, awarded from the Duke Energy Foundation, will enhance educational programs focused on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), as well as diversity, equity and inclusion awareness. “Building a brighter future begins with providing…