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June 10, 2020
6 Reasons to Hire Your Child
The Heartford SmallBiz Ahead

Like Kids today. They’re lazy and don’t respect their elders, right? OK, that’s what my parents said. And what their parents said about my parents. And on and on. Your kids, and their generation, are no better or worse than any generation before. They want to work. They want to earn. And the benefits are enormous - especially during these difficult times. Read more>>
Will you Seize the Opportunity?
The Retail Owners Institute

Like every natural disaster - whether a massive storm, earthquake, or wildfire -we all are victims of COVID-19. Not all of us have suffered being infected by the virus. But, essentially everybody has suffered losses. Retailers who seize the opportunity to experiment with the "new normal" can create a terrific, viable business that could thrive. 

Retailing is coming back. Will you? Read more>>
FedEx is giving $1 million to Small Businesses

Small businesses need everyone’s support to get through the current crisis. FedEx is committing to provide $1 million in grants for small businesses in the U.S. Each grant recipient will receive $5,000, plus a $500 credit from FedEx Office. URA members can now apply at fedex.com/supportsmallgrants . But first, make sure you are signed up for FedEx discounts through the URA Shipping Program . If you’re not already taking advantage of this free benefit, enroll today.
Health Coverage Program for URA Members
If you are looking for health care coverage for you, your family, your business/ employees, look no more! URA now has options through our new member benefit program.

You can do one of the following to get more information about these health coverage options:
  1. Call 888-988-5269 to speak directly with the URA/LIG team of licensed advisors about your health coverage needs.
  2. Visit www.LIGmembers.com/URA to learn more about the program as well as schedule an appointment to learn more about this valuable URA member benefit. Scroll down on that webpage to view the introductory webinar held last month.

There is no obligation, commitment, or risk in researching your options.
Share Your Successes!
Do you have any success (or failures) you'd like to share with your peers? One of our most treasured benefits of the URA is the ability to network and learn from others. If you have ideas you think would benefit others, please send them to URA@UniformRetailers.org . It's a great way to help fellow small business owners.
Are you ready to get involved? The membership committee is tasked with building and retaining membership and reviewing member benefit programs. The trade show committee assists in finding and reviewing potential speakers and programs. Committee involvement is a great opportunity to demonstrate your leadership skills and move up to board positions. Call (866) 775-0080 or email URA@UniformRetailers.org if you are ready to get involved!
Uniform Retailers Association

Phone: (866) 775-0080 or (614) 721-0777