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Florida Blue COVID-19 Resources & Support

Florida Blue COVID-19 Resources & Support Florida Blue is committed to the health and well-being of our members and the communities we serve. We have made several adjustments to our policies to combat the spread of COVID-19 while minimizing barriers to testing and treatment. We are also leading efforts to…

The U.S. Senate passes the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act

Last evening, the U.S. Senate voted to pass the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act which will provide emergency relief for American workers and businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. To better understand the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and how it impacts you, we encourage…

Representative Kamia Brown to Host Small Business Conference Call with DEO Executive Director Ken Lawson

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2020 CONTACT Brandon Johnson District Aide to State Rep.

Orange County stay-at-home order given, starts Thursday

Orange County Mayor Demings issued an executive “Stay at Home” order, ordering all non-essential retail and commercial businesses to close and all residents to stay home from non-essential travel beginning Thursday, March 26, 11:00pm. To read the executive order, click here https://www.orangecountyfl.net/EmergencySafety/Coronavirus.aspx#.Xns-q4hKhPZ This exert from the Executive Order…

Clinton Pownall, CEO of Computer Business Consultants, Answers Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Remote Workplaces

Oakland, FL (Mar. 20, 2020) – Businesses have evolved into becoming dependent on the internet in order to stay competitive and to streamline their business processes and workflow. For most business owners and key personnel, this also has meant the ability to work from home or remotely in an effort…

7 Tips for Minding Your Manners During Conference Calls

In the uncertain times of the COVID-19 Outbreak, many organizations are turning to conference calls as a temporary substitute for face-to-face interaction. Here are some tips for conference call etiquette while working and doing business remotely: 7 Tips for Minding Your Manners During Conference Calls by Peter Daisyme, VIP…

Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act

The Keeping American Workers Paid and Employed Act would provide $350 billion to help prevent workers from losing their jobs and small businesses from going under due to economic losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Paycheck Protection Program would provide 8 weeks of cash-flow assistance through 100 percent federally…

City of Ocoee Declares Local State of Emergency

City of Ocoee Declares Local State of Emergency OCOEE, Fla. – The City of Ocoee issued a proclamation on March 23, 2020 declaring a Local State of Emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ocoee City Hall and all city administrative facilities are temporarily closed to the public. Residents should call…

AT&T Offers Relief for Customers AT&T is planning on being here to help you stay connected throughout the COVID-19 pandemic

AT&T Offers Relief for Customers AT&T is planning on being here to help you stay connected throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We recognize that staying in touch with your family, friends, school and work has never been more important. Below are a few ways we’re helping consumers, small businesses, and enterprises…

COVID-19 RESOURCES

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS The most critical local health and government updates can be found at Orange County’s coronavirus webpage, which includes a link to Mayor Demings’ ongoing press conferences. Orange County’s COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program assists with one month’s rent, so residents will be…

We are going Virtual – So lets network!

In these current times of uncertainty and isolation due to CO-VID19; it is not only key to keep communication flowing, but also critical. Therefore, since we can’t gather as an in person group, the West Orange Chamber of Commerce is going virtual, for now, with our networking groups. If you…

The City of Winter Garden launches the “Downtown Winter Garden Curbside Program”

The City of Winter Garden launched the “Downtown Winter Garden Curbside Program” TODAY, March 23, to help the small businesses during this difficult time. The program provides complimentary Downtown Ambassadors to deliver purchased items from downtown restaurants and shops to vehicles at designated curbside pickup locations throughout downtown. Downtown Winter Garden Curbside…