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As a small business owner, you may have applied for a small business loan to keep your company going throughout this challenging time, purchase new equipment, or scale-up in some way. It may even be to get your business off the ground so that you can turn a profit. Applying for a business loan isRead more

It’s safe to say that it’s been a rough start to the year. With many out of work and businesses being forced to close, some of our careers have had to be put on pause. The economy was not how we expected it to be during 2020 but, as a professional, it’s essential to adaptRead more

For every business in the twenty-first century, Google’s user-generated reviews are just as important to driving customers into your doors. Google reviews can go a long way in helping legalize your business and its products, while putting you above other competitors. To help your business, check out everything you need to know about Google reviews.Read more

Throughout COVID-19 and civil unrest, businesses have been working hard to adapt and stay on track with their goals. While, inevitably, many have had setbacks, others have learned how to deal with the crisis and have adapted for the better. Take a look at how.   Business Adaptions Amid COVID-19 and Civil Unrest   CloudRead more

There’s no doubt that businesses across the world have struggled because of COVID-19. The pandemic has made businesses make the difficult decision to lay off some employees, while asking others to step outside of their job description to get the business back on its feet. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, health issues, and more, some businessesRead more

Economic Development Collaborative’s Ray Bowman Helps Publish New Study Solidifying Most Successful Model for Government-Funded Economic Programs   New study determines that Two-Step Government-Funded Collaborative Learning Models produce the most successful entrepreneurs.   CAMARILLO, Calif. – A new study published this past July 2020 in the Journal of Policy Research demonstrates that government-funded economic programsRead more

For Immediate Release August 5, 2020 Contact: Lexie Smith Media Liaison Lexie@theprbarinc.com EDC Announces Launch of Business Forward – A Countywide Initiative and Business Resource Hub   “Business Forward Ventura County” provides a virtual business resource hub and real-time support to the regions’ thought leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs.   CAMARILLO, Calif. – On August 5,Read more

The COVID-19 pandemic and its economic fallout have mounted huge challenges for communities around the world. Start-ups have sunk and small businesses have laid off full-time employees because of economic constraints. Faced with so much stress and chaos, it’s only natural that business owners have been feeling overwhelmed during this difficult time. However, when takingRead more

It’s safe to say that COVID-19 has quickly changed the way organizations function day-to-day. Businesses have been forced to send their teams to work from home if they can, and have even had to lay off full-time staff to handle the plummet in profit. Unless your business was already accustom to flexible working, transitioning toRead more

If your state ordered you to close your company’s doors throughout COVID-19, you may have faced a significant interruption in your business. If your storefront or office is closed and sales are plummeting, you may think that a business interruption insurance claim can help to recoup some of your losses.   Business Interruption Coverage inRead more