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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…

Fifth Third Joins Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials; Commitment Furthers Bank’s Leadership in Environmental Sustainability

Fifth Third today announces that it has joined the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), the latest in a series of steps taken by Fifth Third to understand and measure its own climate impact. Earlier this year, Fifth Third announced that it achieved carbon neutrality for its operations under Scope…

COVID-19 VACCINE EVENTS AT COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

Community Health Centers, Inc. is offering the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine at several upcoming vaccine events throughout Orange and Lake counties. Walk-in only. Eligible individuals include new or established individuals 18 years old and older for first or second dose of the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine. There is no cost to receive…

Florida Sports Organizations Join Growing Opposition To Anti-Trans Youth Sports Ban

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Monday, April 5, 2021MEDIA CONTACT: Gina Duncan; Director of Transgender Equality407.222.2069 ; gina@equalityflorida.org Brandon Wolf; Media Relations Manager971.678.5707 ; brandon@equalityflorida.orgFlorida Sports Organizations Join Growing Opposition To Anti-Trans Youth Sports BanMiami Heat, eSports giant Misfits Gaming, NCAA Decry Discriminatory LegislationTALLAHASSEE, FL — The Miami Heat and the eSport giant Misfits Gaming have…