Be safe and keep learning!

FBC’s response to COVID-19

Social distancing is the new norm - but don’t let that stop you from learning!

The FBC can remain your safe & trusted business learning environment.

Now more than ever, we are all being called to adapt and learn, which aligns well with the values of FBC and its membership.

We are responding to the increased recommendations to not gather in large crowds, as stated by Gov. Baker HERE, by offering a VIRTUAL DINNER FORUM for upcoming events!

READ ABOUT MARCH 24 WORK OF LEADERS EVENT

Other event updates:

March 20th Morning Workshop will be postponed to May 2020 (date TBD).

April 7th Dinner Forum will be a virtual conference as well - more information to come.

April 24th Morning Workshop will be postponed (date TBD).

How does an FBC virtual dinner forum work?

Registrants will each receive a Zoom link to log into from a personal device. There is the option to turn on both audio and video in order to fully participate.

There will be video networking, where folks have the opportunity to introduce themselves and their company. You will be on your own for dinner ; ). Our Keynote Speaker Ingrid Bredenberg will begin after FBC announcements and welcoming to new members and sponsors.

Ingrid Bredenberg , presenter, will leverage the Zoom platform technologies to create an interactive and dynamic session, and ensure it is engaging and worthwhile!

Here are tips for how to make the virtual dinner forum meaningful and even fun:

Gather your leadership team virtually or in-person at your place of business on 3/24 to participate in live stream together; bring your own hors d’oeuvres and beverages!
Use the video networking time to share about your company & meet the new FBC members and sponsors— stay connected!
Build your skills for video-conferencing & be ready for the future!
Learn valuable Work of Leaders best practices & skill sets for own leadership development.
Earn a Work of Leaders FREE profile to be completed individually afterwards ($120 value!).
Be part of good business practice modeling in face of a crisis, join FBC in efforts to support prudent public health & safety precautions.
Stay nimble, stretch beyond your comfort zone, be brave, & try something new with FBC!

The MA Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and Baker-Polito Administration are working closely with the U.S. SBA to activate the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program which would provide assistance to eligible businesses and non-profits impacted by COVID-19.