Waiting for your PPP loan? This program may help

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Waiting for Your PPP Loan? This Program May Help
The Rhode Island Superior Court has initiated a business protection program in response to disruptions caused by COVID-19. Under the Business Recovery Plan, the court will supervise and provide protections for Rhode Island businesses so they can remain operational, access new working capital and pay debts.

The Honorable Brian Stern, Associate Justice of the RI Superior Court, and attorney Mark Russo, Esq. from Ferrucci & Russo joined the Chamber to discuss how the program works. Article: RI Superior Court Initiates Recovery Program to Protect Viable Businesses Hit by COVID-19 Also: See the slide deck here.

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Leading in Challenging Times – Presented by Verizon
Chamber President Laurie White hosted a chat with Diane Hessan, the founder and Chairman of C Space, formerly Communispace, which was the first company to build online communities for market research. A serial entrepreneur, Diane has consolidated all of her investment and advisory work into a new company called Salient Ventures, which helps accelerate the next generation of growth companies in tech.

Fidelity is Open for Business and Hiring
Fidelity has announced plans to accelerate the hiring of approximately 2,000 people – beyond the thousands of roles it hires for each year – part of Fidelity’s commitment to be there for clients during this challenging period and beyond with financial expertise, planning insights and proactive support.

Fire Works Catering: Grilled Pork Loin with Apple Walnut
Compote, Lobster Mac-N-Cheese, Risotto and More!
In their effort to continue to provide customers with some of their excellent food during this time of cancelled events, Fire Works Catering is proud to present their Curbside Pickup Menus.

Pot au Feu JazzZoom & Curbside Dinner Pickup –
Live from Austin, Texas w/ Ben Powell – This Friday at 7 p.m.
Pot au Feu is bringing back their dinner and jazz series via curbside dinner pickup followed by a live solo jazz performance on Zoom.

RISBDC: Marketing Basics Webinar Series – 4/23
Sending emails to customers is an incredibly powerful tool for boosting engagement and driving conversions. But, where do you start? If you have yet to launch an email marketing strategy or are struggling with providing content for your audience, consider attending this webinar offered by the Rhode Island Small Business Development Center.

Bryant University: The Federal STEP Grant
for Small Businesses Webinar – 4/23
Learn how your small businesses could utilize the STEP grant during these difficult times! STEP provides an excellent opportunity for small businesses to maintain their global presence during the pandemic and create new digital marketing strategies to continue to engage with international customers.

CWE Rhode Island: How to Manage Cash Flow Webinar – 4/23
Planning and prioritizing are essential when making strategic decisions about how to grow and innovate. In this webinar offered by the Center for Women & Enterprise, you will learn about helpful strategies you can utilize during this difficult time.