Home of the California Welcome Center
January 5, 2021
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4980 Hillsdale Circle, Ste. A, El Dorado Hills
www.proequityam.com (866) 647-8844
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SMALL BIZ VIDEO: MAKE THE PLEDGE |
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Join the movement: Make the pledge -
SHOP SMALL, SHOP LOCAL.
#KeepItLocal365 with supporting our regional small businesses, now more than ever. Every dollar spent in El Dorado County means the sales tax directly benefits our infrastructure and specific needs to our county. Stay Safe and Stay Local! #Explore95762+ #ElDoradoHillsChamber
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EDH CHAMBER SUPPORTS GRANT |
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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.
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SMALL BIZ & NONPROFIT GRANT APPLICATIONS NOW EXTENDED TO JANUARY 13 |
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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. |
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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.
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20 NEW LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LAWS |
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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. |
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White Paper Covers New Laws for 2021 |
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VIRTUAL HWY 50 POWER LUNCH - JAN 8 |
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Who: Chamber Members & Affiliates
What: Free Virtual Highway 50 Corridor Power Lunch
Where: Online; Zoom link will be sent after registering
When: Friday, January 8, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Why: Join the El Dorado Hills, Folsom, and Rancho Cordova Chambers of Commerce for the Highway 50 Corridor Power Lunch! We are still virtual and still expanding your network, connecting you with regional partners. We invite you to grab lunch at a local restaurant, and we look forward to seeing you on Zoom!
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AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE BY JAN 15 |
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Nominations are due January 15, 2021 to the El Dorado Hills Chamber office. |
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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.
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ADVERTISING WEBINAR - JAN 21 |
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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.
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ONLINE MEMBER ORIENTATION - JAN 27 |
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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 -
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SHOP SMALL PROMOTION ENDS,
BUT MISSION CONTINUES
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#Explore95762+ Results: Our Shop Small All Season Long #Explore95762+ came to a close on Dec 31st and we couldn’t be more proud of the support the community has shown for our small businesses.
We encourage you to continue supporting and engaging with small businesses however you choose, like making a purchase, leaving a review, tagging on social media, telling friends and family, and overall to simply think local!
A BIG thank you to the following businesses who donated amazing prizes for the 10 lucky winners:
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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.
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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.
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MEMBER PERKS: UPGRADED JOB LISTINGS |
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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:
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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.
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"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." |
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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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Click HERE for the EDH Video to view and share - Thank You!
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PREMIER PARTNERS
MEMBERS OF DISTINCTION
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El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce
Home of the California Welcome Center
(916) 933-1335
2085 Vine Street, Ste. 105
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
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