FOCUSING ON YOUR BUSINESS

Last Wednesday we all witnessed our U.S. Capitol under attack. It's an episode that is still difficult to make sense of.

That is why, it is important for small business owners to start the new year by identifying their core business functions and evaluate the time, effort, and resources needed to strengthen, develop, and promote that business.

A new round TWO of PPP is coming. Get ahead, start now, by getting all your business documents in order prior to the application period. This round of the PPP continues to prioritize millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $284 billion toward job retention and other expenses through March 31, 2021, and by allowing certain existing PPP borrowers to apply for a Second Draw PPP Loan. See below for more details.

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Irving Hispanic Chamber
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U.S. Small Business Administration and U.S. Treasury Announce Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Re-Opening; Issue New Guidance 
The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors in partnership with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, through our Nuestros Negocios collaboration, brings you the latest updates and resources for small business owners. 

[NOTE: The following was a Press Release issued by the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Spanish translation was created by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as a courtesy to Spanish-speaking American small business owners.] Para leer el artículo en español, haga clic aquí
SBA and Treasury Announce PPP Re-Opening; Issue New Guidance

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Treasury Department, announced today that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers. To promote access to capital, initially only community financial institutions will be able to make First Draw PPP Loans on Monday, January 11, and Second Draw PPP Loans on Wednesday, January 13. The PPP will open to all participating lenders shortly thereafter. Updated PPP guidance outlining Program changes to enhance its effectiveness and accessibility was released on January 6 in accordance with the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Non-Profits, and Venues Act. Read more
IHCC Virtual Networking Mixer - Jan. 28
Are you ready to network your business differently in 2021? Networking is more than trading information. Our platform also serves business and individuals to create long-term relationships with mutual benefits. Join us to discover new opportunities, meet like-minded people, and build relationships with others.

Get excited, because we look forward to seeing you this month!

Thursday, January 28 @ 5pm
(via Zoom)
As part of your membership benefits, the Chamber regularly promotes interested businesses in a Business Spotlight Feature published in the weekly community newsletter.

This is a no-cost opportunity to widely share the news about your establishment and get the word out about what you have to offer.

If you are interested in being featured, please email the IHCC team. One feature will be included in each week on a first-come, first-served basis and can include logo and a few photographs.

Are you ready for your spotlight? We're ready to help you get noticed!
Support Local - Latinos Rebuild Together
Casita Tex Mex Bar & Grill, our local loved “Tex-Mex” restaurant, caught fire on Sunday evening, Dec. 27. This tragic event forced the temporary closure of the restaurant displacing all the employees.


Join us to help rebuild Casita Tex Mex Bar and Grill, bring back the staff, and restore the service which always delighted customers. Casita Tex Mex Video

Norma Valles, owner of Casita Tex Mex, past IHCC Board Chair, current IHCC member and community advocate seeks your help to bring back this restaurant which had been in business for five generations. Donate here: http://bit.ly/3q30plI

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