10 Steps to Start Your Business – SBA
A primer developed by the US Small Business Administration for those considering starting a new new business.
November 30, 2020
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A primer developed by the US Small Business Administration for those considering starting a new new business.
New funds for businesses impacted by COVID-19 are available through Business Oregon.
OSHA has created a new web page posting resources to assist with compliance with their new temporary COVID-19 rule.
PDF shares provisions that took effect Nov 16, 2020. The rule will remain in effect until May 4, 2021, unless revised or repealed before that date. The link provides general and specific workplace guidance (specific businesses are covered in the appendices, which make up more than half of the PDF).
A local group of construction industry professionals (including principals of several of the leading construction management and engineering firms in the Rogue Valley) have come together to support regional recovery from the Almeda Fire. Among other efforts, several of the participants would like to provide some pro bono support to businesses impacted by the fires as they make plans to rebuild. Particularly if you are having trouble figuring out where to begin, please let us know if you’d like to connect with this group of professionals. Please send an email to Marta Tarantsey at Business Oregon (Marta.Tarantsey@oregon.gov or click the link below) with just a little bit about your business and what kind of help you are seeking.
Here is an application to the SOU Small Business Management Program that combines live webinars with individual guidance. Their web site is https://sbdc.sou.edu/programs/
Rotary Rebuilds Southern Oregon, a 501(c)(3), supports business recovery “Back to Work” small grant program for sole proprietor tool replacement, small business equipment replacement, and businesses with employees who have no insurance or are under-insured.
The Oregon Employment Office has extended the filing application date for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) to November 27th.
All who directly suffered a loss or damage by the Almeda and Obenchain Fires, regardless of immigration status, can apply for up to $2,500 in cash assistance, including:
Individuals,
Families
Small businesses
Non-profit organizations
Applications must be submitted by November 15, 2020. Proof of loss is required. Documentation of citizenship status is NOT required.
Mindful Leadership and Communication virtual workshop.
The Rogue Business Connections community on LinkedIn allows business and nonprofit leaders in the Rogue Valley to connect and share questions, resources and solutions to the challenges that many businesses face in our region.