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BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS
"3DH" Vlog Mid-January 2021: Three Tips from the El Dorado Hills Chamber
EDH CHAMBER SUPPORTS GRANT
SB 74 Keep CA Working Act
January 5, 2021 - Chamber joins UCAN – the United Chamber Advocacy Network - in support of Senate Bill 74 to establish the Keep California Working Grant Program and award $2.6 billion to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that have experienced economic hardship resulting from state and county directives associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
SMALL BIZ & NONPROFIT GRANT APPLICATIONS DUE JAN 13
Up to $25K Grant
Applications are now open and close on January 13, 2021 @ 11:59 PM PST for eligible California small businesses and nonprofits to receive a grant of $5,000, $10,000, or $25,000.
$900 BILLION PPP RELIEF
Congress has also made changes to other programs – including Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL Program), the Employee Retention Tax Credit, a Venue Grant program, and SBA loan programs –that will benefit small businesses.

Register for a complimentary event TODAY and mark your calendars for the next Small Business Update on Tuesday, January 19 at 11:00 AM PST.
20 NEW LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LAWS
Not only were new COVID-19-related laws passed in the areas of workers’ compensation, paid sick leave and workplace safety, but also beginning January 1, 2021, employers must follow stringent COVID-19 recording and reporting requirements.
White Paper Covers New Laws for 2021
More than 20 new labor and employment bills were signed into state law this year. The California Chamber of Commerce provides a concise summary in its New California Employment Laws Effective Now and Coming January 1, 2021 white paper.
AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE BY JAN 15
Nominations are due January 15, 2021 to the El Dorado Hills Chamber office. 
El Dorado Hills Chamber 2020 Business of the Year Awards
You are invited to nominate a fellow business or yourself for the 2020 Business of the Year Awards. Categories for this year’s awards include:
  • Home-Based Business
  • Young Entrepreneur
  • Start-Up Business
  • Small Business
  • Excellence in Business.
In light of the unprecedented challenges since March, any business plans in response to COVID-19 are also requested for consideration. Other factors for awards include financial health, accomplishments, and community involvement.
VIRTUAL RIBBON CUTTING - JAN 14
Corporate Solutions Consultant 

Welcome Dale Carnegie Training
Who: El Dorado Hills & Folsom Chamber Members & Affiliates
What: Virtual Ribbon Cutting for Dale Carnegie Training
Where: Facebook Livestream from the Folsom & EDH Chambers
When: Thursday, January 14th @ 8:00 AM
Why:
Please join us along with the Folsom Chamber of Commerce to help welcome Dale Carnegie Training as a part of our big Chamber Family. We invite you to discover the great programming Dale Carnegie offers, and show your support by "liking" and sharing on your own Facebook page!  
GOOGLE ADVERTISING WEBINAR - JAN 21
Speaker: Brett Prentiss, Co-Founder, Instinct Marketing
How To Use Google Ads Effectively
Who: El Dorado Hills & Roseville Chamber Members & Affiliates
What: Free Webinar
Where: Online; Zoom link will be sent after registering
When: Thursday, January 21, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Why: This Webinar will
* Show Why You Should Be Using Google’s Paid Advertising Platform: Google Ads.   
* Give You Tips On How to Improve Current or Future Google Ad Campaigns to Get More Leads from Your Ad Spend.
* Share The Power Of A Results-Oriented Google Ads Campaign.     
ONLINE MEMBER ORIENTATION - JAN 27
Maximize your Membership
Who: New to the El Dorado Hills Chamber or want more information about what the Chamber can do for you?
What: Member Orientation
Where: Online; Zoom link will be sent after registering
When: Wednesday, January 27, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Why: Learn more about how we are a tremendous resource for you, as well as the opportunities that await your business or organization!

Thank you to our Member Orientation Sponsor -
2021 HR POSTERS
2021 California & Federal Employment Posters: You must post a compliant Employment Poster in a conspicuous place in the workplace where all employees and applicants can see it. The poster also must include information about your workers’ compensation benefits, payday schedule and emergency contacts. You may need to order several to ensure that your business, branches and satellite offices are displaying the poster according to the law. Failure to comply can result in severe penalties and fines by the state of California. If any of your company’s workers are Spanish-speaking, you will need to order the Spanish version.

Substantial discount when you purchase through the El Dorado Hills Chamber.
BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS
HARASSMENT TRAINING: We have partnered with the California Chamber of Commerce to bring you required California Harassment Prevention Training. Under the new law, SB 778, all employees, supervisory and non-supervisory, must be trained by January 1, 2021.
 
BUSINESS LICENSING: Remember to keep your business license current, whether you are home-based, remote, or in-person.
MEMBER PERKS: UPGRADED JOB LISTINGS
Employment Opportunities: Job Postings are now upgraded and continue to be FREE for Chamber Members and competitively priced for non-members. You can now post your own job listings HERE.
 
Your Chamber Membership at work:
FEATURED Upgraded Listing Non-member: +$15.00, Member: +$0.00 
FREE PPE
FREE PPE Supplies: El Dorado County businesses and nonprofits with 100 or fewer employees may receive FREE face masks (50 per box) and hand sanitizers (16.9 oz) per employee/staff.
 
Contact us to reserve your FREE PPE.
MEMBER NEWS
"A TRUE Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service will not just alert you of attacks and suspicious events; it will also take a quick and effective response. 7th Dimension utilizes technology, intelligence, and expertise to identify threats early and lock-down systems before a full outbreak."
If you are interested in participating in the program, please contact Rita Ferrero at ritaferrero1@yahoo.com or 925-998-3086.
Wash Wednesdays for a Cause
"Sierra Laundry is happy to announce our Wash Wednesdays for a Cause. On one Wednesday of each month, Sierra Laundry in El Dorado Hills will partner with a local philanthropy or school to give back to the community. We will donate 50% of the proceeds generated in the store from 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm on one Wednesday of every month."
STAYING CONNECTED
Tag Us on Social Media: @ElDoradoHillsChamber and we will help with engagement, advertising, and promotion of your business or organization. #KeepItLocal365 #StrongerTogether #ElDoradoHillsChamber
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