Many small businesses in the community are still constricted by the virus. That is why the Irving Hispanic Chamber is partnering with Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to LAUNCH BinaxNow Rapid COVID-19 Test Kits to small businesses in the community.

As we begin to take the first steps to become the BinaxNow Rapid COVID-19 Test Distributor in the community, we must continue to increase awareness and testing capacity to small businesses so that the state can truly understand the impact this virus is having on our community.  Are you ready to get back to business with a turn-key employee COVID-19 testing program?

Free testing kits will be offered to Chamber members at the Irving Hispanic Chamber office beginning Tuesday, March 9. Prior to registering your business for the program, you must complete the following steps:

Each participating business will identify as many Test Administrators as necessary Test Administrators will create an account on the Preparing Texas web site: preparingtexas.org. Under the “Announcements” section click on the New Binax Training for Business (Binax - 300) After creating an account, Test Administrators will log in and take the Binax-300 training course. (Estimated Time - hrs: 0.5) After completing the viewing of the video, take the 13-question test. You must score an 80 on the test to receive a certificate Upon completion of the training course, individuals will receive an email from txrapidtest.org which will provide login access to the testing application at app.txrapidtest.org. ​Print your certificate of completion and then register your business with the Irving Hispanic Chamber to receive your BinaxNOW box (each box includes 40 test kits) ​ Register your business with the Irving Hispanic Chamber to participate: https://fs11.formsite.com/UKuaJT/knrhkcbwyh/index.html

Each business will be responsible for determining how it will conduct testing of its employees within the following guidelines: All testing of employees must be voluntary and not a condition of employment. Testing may be conducted on symptomatic or asymptomatic employees. Test Administrators will dispense the reagent solution on the test card and will report the results via the app. Employees will handle their own “swab” testing - as instructed by the Test Administrator.  All tests conducted must be reported through the txrapidtest.org application. We must continue to protect ourselves against this virus and testing is a vital role in ultimately combating COVID-19. If you have any questions, please contact the Chamber office (469) 212-8345. Irving Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Local, State and National News

The US Chamber Foundation's CCC launched the National Disaster Help Desk (1-888-MY-BIZ-HELP). Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Quick Guides help local businesses prepare for and recover from disasters. DOWNLOAD THE GUIDE  Business Industry COVID-19: Next meeting with Judge Jenkins will be on Wednesday, March 3 at 10:30 AM. To register, please click here The cities of Grand Prairie and Irving have partnered to operate a new COVID-19 vaccination site. This location is in west Dallas County at The Theatre at Grand Prairie Click here read more COVID-19 Vaccine is still in very limited supply in Dallas County and is still being prioritized to Phase 1A or 1B. Click here to learn more Find Dallas County’s COVID-19 Risk Levels guide here  24/7 COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line: Call (833) 251-7544 or visit the North Texas Behavioral Health Authority  Stay up-to-date: with public health guidelines from CDC COVID Testing Site in Irving: Parkland's Irving Health Center: 1800 Britain Rd, Irving, Texas 75061. For questions call: 214-266-3000 click here for all Dallas County locations

March (Networking) Madness

March Madness may be a great time for sports fans, but it’s also a great time to put into practice those networking opportunities. Many small businesses and established professionals are taking advantage of this time to network. Make sure you take advantage of it as well by making your "March Madness" one to remember. Register and attend all three IHCC events below and you'll be entered in a prize drawing at the end of month!

March 9 | 8:30am

March 16 | 11:30am

March 25 | 5:00pm

ARE YOU READY TO CREATE A VISION BOARD THAT REPRESENTS YOU?

Make your mark during this Feminar as you focus on: Health & Wellness, Financial Life, Career, Social Life and Life Vision Gather pictures to reflect what YOU WANT this year in relation to the above categories Creatively organize/display your words, photos and ideas Get ready to share ONE word that will represent your year!

March 10 | 5:30pm - Cost $10

The Legislative Summit is the premier advocacy event of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), offering guests an unparalleled opportunity to meet, engage and join forces with business leaders, corporate executives, legislative and policy experts, as well as elected and appointed government officials. There is no cost to attend this virtual event!

Register here!

On March 3, Texas A&M Hazard Reduction and Recovery Center will discuss continuity of operations and creating a COOP plan.

Zoom Details

March 3, 2021 | 1-2:30pm (click button for Zoom details) Every organization needs a business continuity plan to protect its critical operations, resources and services in the event of unexpected disasters and business disruptions, like the winter storms we all experienced. This 1.5 hour FREE workshop provides the guidance and tools for individuals, small businesses, and the private sector, with no previous experience in COOP planning, to be able to start building their COOP plan.   This workshop will: Describe the importance of planning for continuity of operations Define the key aspects of continuity Identify and prioritize essential services Identify critical elements of a business plan

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The Chamber provides opportunities to engage you with the Dallas County/City of Irving business community, including exclusive bidding, referral, and advertising opportunities. Click here to get connected with our current Chamber partners with their associated Bid/Procurement Opportunity Website Links.

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