Dos and Don’ts of Navigating a PR Crisis Online
Prior to this spring, Ivory Paper Co. was living the small business dream. A media darling, their planners could be found among all the top lists for 2021 planners including the New York Times, Good
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PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM EXTENSION ACT OF 2021
On Tuesday, President Biden signed into law the Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021, extending the program until May 31. Why is this important? The Paycheck Protection Program was set to expire on March 31, this bill continues the program for two additional months through May 31. In addition, the bill extends the authorization period for the PPP loans until the end of June, providing the Small Business Administration additional time to process the applications. How can you learn more? Learn more about the extension here. Visit the SBA’s Small Business PPP page here.
Dos and Don’ts of Navigating a PR Crisis Online
Prior to this spring, Ivory Paper Co. was living the small business dream. A media darling, their planners could be found among all the top
Vaccine Info: Henrico County and City Expand Eligibility
Employees across all 11 of Virginia's Department of Health frontline essential worker groups are eligible As of this week, the Henrico County and City
Small Business Checklist to Jumpstart 2021
If nothing else, 2020 was a learning experience for retailers of all sizes and industries. A lesson in pivoting and experimentation, collaboration and communication. As
Ukrop’s Opens Doors on Long-Awaited Market Hall
Amidst much fanfare and anticipation, Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods opened the doors on their newest endeavor, Ukrop’s Market Hall, this week - giving Richmonders something to truly celebrate
Maximize the Holiday Shopping Season with These Tips
We're in the homestretch of the holiday shopping season, and 2020 as a whole. While this year has been exceptionally challenging for retailers, it has
Ten Local Businesses Awarded SEED Grants
This past week, Retail Merchants had the distinct honor of celebrating ten local businesses in Richmond’s East End who received grants as part of the
15 Steps to Wind Down a Virginia Small Business
From Perkins Law, by Eric C. Perkins, Esq.: The process of closing a Virginia small business can range from very simple and straightforward to extremely complex,
SBA Announces Simpler PPP Forgiveness Process for Loans of $50,000 or Less
From Perkins Law, by Eric C. Perkins, Esq.: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans
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Virtually Ready
From Neechic, by Anetra Byrd: Covid has forced all of us to alter our approach to how we live, interact with others, network, and socialize
VCU Offers Continuing Education Courses in Partnership with LERN
From Virginia Commonwealth University Office of Continuing and Professional Education: Throughout 2021, The Virginia Commonwealth University Office of Continuing and Professional Education (OCPE) is offering
Ukrop’s Opens Doors on Long-Awaited Market Hall
Amidst much fanfare and anticipation, Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods opened the doors on their newest endeavor, Ukrop’s Market Hall, this week - giving Richmonders something to truly celebrate
15 Steps to Wind Down a Virginia Small Business
From Perkins Law, by Eric C. Perkins, Esq.: The process of closing a Virginia small business can range from very simple and straightforward to extremely complex,
SBA Announces Simpler PPP Forgiveness Process for Loans of $50,000 or Less
From Perkins Law, by Eric C. Perkins, Esq.: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans
How Imprint is Fundraising During the Pandemic
From Imprint, Cobb Technologies by Kate Vinnedge: It is no secret that organizations are struggling to find meaningful ways to connect to their donors —