Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Disaster Preparedness
SBA Business Recovery Center Open in Sanford
October 11, 2022
The Small Business Administration (SBA) is operating a Mobile Business Recovery Center (MBRC) in Sanford.
Disaster Preparedness
Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program Activated
October 11, 2022
APPLICATION CLOSED - On Oct. 5, Gov. Ron DeSantis activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, making $50 million available — at least $10 million of which must go to small businesses that are agricultural producers impacted by Hurricane Ian in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee, Manatee, Monroe, Orange, Osceola, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, Sarasota, Seminole, St. Johns and Volusia counties.
Business News & Resources
Hurricane and Disaster Relief Worksite Agreement
October 11, 2022
Entities wanting to receive temporary workers during hurricanes and other disasters at no cost to their organization can contact Robin King, President/CEO of CareerSource Flagler Volusia (CSFV) for more information and to complete and execute a host worksite agreement.
Workforce Updates
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available
October 11, 2022
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) from residents and businesses in Volusia County impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Events, Expos & Trade Shows
Engage with Innovators at Synapse Orlando 2022
October 04, 2022
Synapse Orlando 2022 is an annual gathering to celebrate, discover and engage the innovators making an impact. Get a look behind the scenes at Central Florida’s cutting edge innovative spaces, experience the work of creative makers and doers, and learn from thought leaders and change makers.
Award Programs
SBA Seeking Nominations for National Small Business Awards
October 04, 2022
The Small Business Administration has announced the call for 2023 National Small Business Week (NSBW) Awards. The NSBW Awards recognize SBA-assisted small businesses’ inspirational achievements and contributions to their communities and our nation’s economy.
Grants & Funding
Wellness & Fitness Studios Grant Program
October 04, 2022
APPLICATION CLOSED - The “WellnessLiving #StandwithStudios Grant Program” was created to support boutique fitness and wellness businesses with the resources they need to take their business to the next level and continue to positively impact their communities.
Grants & Funding
Upskilling Grant Program Funded by AARP Foundation
October 04, 2022
APPLICATION CLOSED - For small businesses that intend to train and upskill low-wage workers age 50 plus, the Association of Women’s Business Centers and AARP grant program will reimburse employers up to $2,000 to $2,500 per employee for training, provided the grantee meets certain criteria.
Workforce Updates
The Case for Hiring Older Workers
October 04, 2022
People age 60 and over are projected to outnumber children under the age of five within the next year, and by 2025, according to the Harvard Business Review (HBR), it’s expected 25% of workers in the U.S. and the UK to be over the age of 55.
Workforce Updates
Florida State Minimum Wage Increase
October 04, 2022
On September 30, 2022, Florida’s minimum wage increased to $11.00 per hour.
