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The ChamberLink
April 17, 2020

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS:
WE ARE HERE TO HELP

The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center at Kennesaw State University  i s here to answer your questions and help you address any concerns you may have about your business including cash flow, payroll, marketing, and more and keep you up-to-date on the latest on the  SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program.
 
We are part of cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, KSU and UGA so there is no cost to you for our services.
 
To schedule a teleconference appointment with one of our consultants, email kennesaw@georgiasbdc.org  
or call 4 70.578.6450.
 
To stay up to date on the latest, join the UGA SBDC at KSU
 
 
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans:

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed into law on March 27, 2020, allocates $349 billion to help small businesses keep workers employed amid the current circumstances they are encountering. The CARES Act provides funding for the Paycheck Protection Program, modifies the existing Emergency Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program and provides immediate loan payment relief for current SBA 7(a) borrowers.
 


To be the premier comprehensive resource for the Cherokee County business community.
To promote business and the community while expanding the economy and enhancing the quality of life.
COVID-19 UPDATE
Visit our COVID-19 Resource Information Page frequently, as we will post the most up to date information as we receive it. 

Most all Chamber Member Engagement Events scheduled until April 30th are being cancelled or postponed. Note: Based upon social distancing measures, this time period could be extended.
 
Please visit the Chamber Calendar of Events for details on webinars and virtual meetings as well as to review what was planned and will be forthcoming in future months.
 
In continuing to keep the wellbeing of the Chamber Staff & Volunteers at the top of the organization's priority list, the Chamber office will be closed to the public through May 1st. The staff will be accessible by phone & email on those days. Note: This time period could be extended.

CHAMBER SHIRT FRIDAY...
...work from home edition!
Be Strong. Be Brave. Be Kind.

Our Community is stronger together, and the Credit Union of Georgia is proud to support local non-profit organizations such as MUST Ministries, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, The Salvation Army, Relay for Life and so many others. To continue to raise funds for those in need, they have launched a new Charitable Contributions T-Shirt! 100% of the profits from each t-shirt purchased will benefit charities within our Community.

Support your Community today by purchasing your t-shirt online!
Credit Union of Georgia 
www.CUofGA.org
The first eight Members to register will join our Chamber President & CEO, Pam Carnes, for a chat online via Zoom. Attendees will have a chance to share what is going on in their business with Pam and seven other Chamber Members!
Email
with any questions!
UPCOMING
"Chamber Chatter"!

Tuesday, April 21st
9:00 - 10:00 am


Tuesday, April 28th
11:00 am - Noon



No cost!
(The meeting link will be emailed to you.)
If you missed the Georgia Chamber Virtual Conference featuring Raphael Bostice, President & CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta and Ashley D. Bell, Regional Administrator, SBA you can view it now.

This forum, moderated by Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark, highlighted the resources available to small and medium-sized businesses as well as key insights for accessing these funding sources. 
WEBINAR SERIES

2020 SERIES SPONSOR:
MONDAY, APRIL 27TH 
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
 
REACH CUSTOMERS
ONLINE WITH GOOGLE


PRESENTED BY:
Demming Bass
Grow with Google Trainer


Learn how customers find your business online and how to promote your online presence using a free business listing, search engine optimization (SEO) techniques, and online advertising. We'll introduce some tools that can help, including Google Analytics and Google Trends.
 
In this workshop, Grow With Google Speaker and Trainer Demming Bass will share best practices for:

  • Creating a free Google My Business profile and how to engage with customers

  • Improving your website's visibility in Google's organic search results, on all devices

  • Best practices for content marketing, social media marketing, and email marketing - especially during the COVID-19 crisis

  • Advertising your business on Google through Smart Campaigns

COST:
$15
A special thank you to the following members who celebrated their first year of membership in March!
WELCOME!
Foundation Business
Enterprises, LLC
678-919-1991

Builders - New Home
Construction/Renovation
General Contractors
Landscape Installation & Maintenance
Property Preservation/Repairs



Shield Industries, Inc.
770-517-6869

Manufacturer & Distribution


DID YOU MISS THESE ON FACEBOOK THIS WEEK?
with
Rudy Garza
with
Stephanie Villasenor 
with
Cole
5th Grade at Knox Elementary
Hi, just a reminder that you're receiving this email because you are a member of the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce. Don't forget to add paula@cherokeechamber.com to your address book so we'll be sure to land in your inbox!
 
770-345-0400