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Share this article TweetFacebookLinkedinPrintSend via email Operating a small business during the pandemic is undoubtedly difficult but technology is helping companies stay afloat and thrive by adopting new business models. Take, for example, Reef Technology which is helping restaurants build Neighborhood kitchens in places like unused parking lots that help restaurants meet increased demand for delivery… Seguir leyendo Tech Policies that Help Small Businesses Thrive

Across all sectors of the economy, many businesses trying to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic are facing yet another challenge: a shortage of workers. According to the latest Job Openings and Labor Turnover Statistics (JOLTS) data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were 10.1 million job openings in June—and that number continues to escalate. Businesses added over 590,000 more jobs since May, and 3.3 million since the beginning of 2021.  With a record number of job openings and increased turnover across… Seguir leyendo Businesses Struggle to Find and Keep Workers Amid Record-High Job Openings

The Caribbean region has been hit particularly hard by the pandemic, with a deeper economic contraction than Latin America as a whole. The impact has been worse for women-owned/led firms and smaller firms, and supply chain disruptions have significantly affected firm performance. Something novel happened in Ocho Rios, Jamaica on August 16th: a cruise ship… Seguir leyendo New Data Shows the Impacts of the Pandemic on Caribbean Businesses

As America continues to reopen, small business optimism about hiring prospects are muted, as an equal number say they are either more optimistic or more pessimistic compared to before the COVID-19 pandemic began, according to a poll on workforce issues taken June 16–23, 2021 and released this week by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and MetLife. In… Seguir leyendo Less than Half of Small Business Owners Can Find Workers, New Poll Shows

CHICAGO, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In-depth analysis and data-driven insights on the impact of COVID-19 included in this global industrial and institutional disinfectants and sanitizers market report. The industrial and institutional disinfectants and sanitizers market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 10.21% during the period 2020−2026. Key Highlights Offered in the Report:   The global industrial… Seguir leyendo Industrial & Institutional Disinfectant & Sanitizers Market Size to Reach Revenues of USD 8.85 Billion by 2026

JUNE 28, 2021 — The U.S. Census Bureau today released new data from the fifth phase of the Small Business Pulse Survey (SBPS). Data collection began May 17. Results will be released weekly May 27 to July 22. The SBPS includes questions on small business operations and finances, requests and receipt of assistance, COVID-19 vaccinations and testing, measures of… Seguir leyendo Small Business Pulse Survey Phase 5 Weekly Data Release

Small Businesses Experiencing Financial Hardship Due to COVID-19 Can Now Apply for Grants of Up to $50,000 Governor Proposed Legislation Waiving Taxes on Grants Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that applications are now open for the $800 million COVID-19 Pandemic Small Business Recovery Grant Program. The program reimburses New York small businesses with grants of up to $50,000 for COVID-related… Seguir leyendo Applications Now Open for Small Business Recovery Grant Program

A year ago, with the pandemic beginning to ravage the country, and our economy shutting down, the U.S. Chamber and the U.S. Chamber Foundation directed their people and resources to focus on helping small businesses. Last April, we launched the Save Small Business Initiative, our commitment to helping small business recover and succeed. As we recover,… Seguir leyendo Save Small Business Initiative: A Year of Commitment and Action

Over the past 12 months, our nation has seen a decade of disruption. What we’ve collectively experienced will change our lives, businesses, communities, and world—permanently.  Now, coming out of the global pandemic, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to embrace and lead transformation and usher in the Next American Century.  Today, I proudly took on the… Seguir leyendo Business Will Lead the Next American Century

America’s business community plays a critical role in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that safe and effective vaccines are available, every business must rally around a common goal: accelerate vaccinations, reopen safely, and defeat the pandemic.   That’s why, in February, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce was proud to join the White House, the National Association of Manufacturers,… Seguir leyendo Nearly 400 Businesses Make Rally for Recovery Commitment to Help Defeat Pandemic