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Thursday, July 28, 2022Funding Programs for Businesses
Zero to low interest business loan funding programs are available for certified women owned and minority owned businesses. Shaundretta Boykins is your knowledgable resource to a wide variety of programs. She will determine if you are eligible to apply for these interest business assistance loans. She presented the loan options on our Coffee & Conversations. DO NOT DISQUALIFY yourself from any program until you consult with Shaundretta. You can access the recording HERE. Coffee & Conversations with
Monday, July 18, 2022Coffee & Conversations
The Greater Hamilton Chamber's Coffee & Conversations is a relaxed virtual meeting where we will discuss the featured topic. We look forward to connecting with you over a cup of coffee. If you missed a topic, you can watch any of the Coffee & Conversations at your convenience. Click hereto browse the past conversations.
Wednesday, July 06, 2022Grandparents Leave a Legacy for Your Grandchild
Grandparents leave a legacy for your grandchild Written by W.H. Steiner April 25th, 2022 Here are the 10 questions Children have specific financial needs that can fulfilled by their parents and grandparents. In particular, the relationship between a grandparent and a grandchild is a very special bond. In many families, grandparents are already doing plenty to help. However, it is the future legacy that you're planning that can make the difference between financial failure and
Friday, June 10, 2022Mission Health Trail Challenge
Mission Health Trail Challenge! Primary Health Solutions and MetroParks of Butler County, OH Trail Challenge June 15th - November 30thClick here for more information
Friday, April 29, 2022Ohio BWC reimbursing employers in Drug-Free Workplace program
Ohio BWC reimbursing employers in Drug-Free Workplace Program The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) is reimbursing employers for workplace substance use-related activities. The BWC is partnering with the Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health (ADAMH) boards to help employers more effectively manage substance use issues in their workplace. Through the Substance Use Recovery and Workplace Safety Program (SURWSP), eligible employers can be reimbursed for qualifying expenses related to implementing
Monday, April 11, 2022PPE Available From Butler County Emergency Management Agency
Butler County Emergency Management Agency PPE AvailableCLICK HERE for the selection of PPE items and amount available at this timeCLICK HERE to request PPE
Monday, March 14, 2022SB 166 Tax Credit Certificate Program for Work-Based Learning Experiences
SB 166 Tax Credit Certificate Program for Work-Based Learning Experiences This document serves as guidance for the Tax Credit Certificate Program for WorkBased Learning Experiences as passed in Senate Bill 166. In this program, a nonrefundable credit is allowed against a taxpayer's aggregate tax liability for a taxpayer that holds a tax credit certificate issued by the Department and employs an eligible student employee, defined below. Click here for more....
Thursday, January 27, 2022Ohio Compact on Immigration
We need your help in support of commonsense immigration reforms that will allow Ohio’s economy to continue to thrive, and are guided by the Ohio Compact on Immigration We need your help in support of commonsense immigration reforms that will allow Ohio’s economy to continue to thrive, and are guided by the Ohio Compact on Immigration Ohio Business for Immigration Solutions (OBIS) is a newly formed statewide coalition comprised of business organizations, various industry trade associations, chambers of
Wednesday, January 26, 2022Covid Fact Sheet - U.S. Department of Labor
U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division FACT SHEET #84: COMPENSABILITY OF TIME SPENT UNDERGOING COVID-19 HEALTH SCREENINGS, TESTING, AND VACCINATIONS UNDER THE FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA)Read the Fact Sheet....
Friday, January 07, 202220 Inexpensive Ways to Surprise and Delight Your Customers
20 Inexpensive Ways to Surprise and Delight Your Customers There's a lot of noise out there right now. It's hard for a business to break through. But let's say you do and someone is trying you out for the first time. How can you not only exceed their expectations but delight them in a way they'll be talking about you later. Here are a few ideas on how you can make a big impression: Making a big impression on a new customer means doing something that stands out, something they haven't experienced before.
Monday, January 03, 2022Greater Hamilton Chamber Recommendations for Businesses Regarding Medical Marijuana
Medical Marijuana In light of recent changes to Ohio Medical Marijuana Law, the Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce strongly recommends that its members review their relevant employment policies and procedures. In particular, your drug testing guidelines should be evaluated to ensure they achieve the desired results while remaining in compliance with state and federal law. You also may want to consult with legal counsel to assure that your policies and proceduresprotect and support your desired culture
Thursday, October 21, 2021Loan Programs to Help Minority and Women Owned Businesses to Grow
Loan Programs to Help Minority and Women Owned Businesses to GrowBy Mary Vanac – Staff Reporter, Cleveland Business JournalOct 6, 2021, 6:42pm EDT Ohio has launched two new loan programs to help minority- and women-owned businesses to grow.Women’s Business Enterprise Loan Program:Offers loans at or below market rate, which currently is up to 3%.Minimum loan amount: is $45,000 to a maximum of $500,000.Loans must be repaid within 10 years for equipment and machinery and 15 years for owner-occupied real
Wednesday, September 29, 2021Career Connect: Find A Job or Post A Job
Butler Tech Career Connect Building Partnerships. Providing Opportunity.Helping Students Get The Experience They Need Deepening a student’s understanding and learning through hands-on experiences and ‘live’ interactions is an important part of our students’ journey to discover their passion and area of focus for skills training and ultimately career choice. We connect students with businesses in various professional fields with the benefit of learning from those who have experience and wisdom to
Thursday, July 01, 2021Ohio makes $100 million available to restaurants
By Patrick Cooley The Columbus Dispatch Ohio just made $100 million available for the state’s beleaguered restaurants, which saw plummeting sales last year as customers stayed home or resorted to carry out and delivery in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. The state began accepting applications on Tuesday. Eligible businesses include bars, taverns, nightclubs, restaurants, coffee shops, cafeterias, caterers, buffets, snack and juice bars and food trucks.In order to apply for grants worth $10,000,
Tuesday, June 15, 2021Do You Have What It Takes to Become an Entrepreneur?
Do you have dreams about owning your own business or becoming part of the gig economy? Making your own hours? Working from wherever you want? Then you’re not alone. There are an estimated 582 million entrepreneurs (about 775,000 of them in the US) already working for themselves. And that number is growing. According to Guidant Financial, 27% of people polled in 2020 wanted to start their own entrepreneurial enterprises because they were disenchanted/dissatisfied with corporate America. And a lot of people
Tuesday, January 26, 2021Upskill Your Workforce
TechCred – Upskill Your Workforce TechCred offers employers up to $2,000 in reimbursement for every technology-focused credential earned by an employee, up to $30,000 per employer each round. Credentials can be offered by a provider of the company’s choice, including online training providers. Both current and future employees can receive training through TechCred. This means those who are currently with the company as well as those who they plan to hire can earn a credential through TechCred, as long
Friday, September 18, 2020How to Get Your PPP Loan Forgiven
Paycheck Protection Program loans were a popular option for businesses hoping to survive COVID-19-related shutdowns. Here is what businesses need to do to get their PPP loans forgiven.By: Sean Ludwig, ContributorShare One of the single largest ways the federal government sought to aid businesses suffering from coronavirus-related shutdowns was the implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). After its creation in March 2020, the program was modified several times to ensure more
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