Category: Small Business News

San Diego County Credit Union Presented a Free Webinar on Cyber Security, Including Coronavirus Scams and Threats

6/3/2020

Security expert Jim Stickley presented seminar as part of SDCCU’s Financial Wellness Wednesdays

SAN DIEGO, Calif., (June 1, 2020) – San Diego County Credit Union® (SDCCU®), one of Southern California’s largest locally-owned financial institutions, presented a free educational webinar with security expert Jim Stickley on Wednesday, April 22. The webinar enabled the community to join the presentation online from the safety of their own homes to learn more about common scams and threats in the current environment.

North County Chambers United to “Save the Summer"

6/2/2020

The Oceanside Chamber is working in collaboration with other North County chambers to advocate for our tourism and hospitality sector. Recent restrictions regarding hotel regulations have a huge impact on Oceanside's business climate as many rely on the benefits of yearly summer tourism. The Oceanside Chamber sent a letter to Governor Newsom urging him to allow lodging establishments in San Diego County to resume modified operations for tourists and leisure travelers as soon as possible but absolutely no later than June 15, 2020.

The Oceanside Chamber Joins More Than 100 Business Organizations to Launch America's Recovery Fund Coalition

5/28/2020

Group Comprised of 30 Business Sectors, Employing 58 Million American Workers, Will Advocate for Federal Direct Assistance Fund to Power an American Recovery

May 28, 2020 – The Oceanside Chamber today announced it has joined America’s Recovery Fund Coalition, an alliance of more than 100 trade associations and business organizations, including the Save Small Business Coalition (SSBC), advocating for a grant-based federal assistance program to power the resilience of American enterprise. Together, the Coalition’s members span 30 business sectors and employ 45 percent of the nation’s workforce – more than 58 million workers.

SAN DIEGO AND IMPERIAL SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERS TO PROVIDESMALL BUSINESS TRAINING TO ADAPT TO COVID-19 ENVIRONMENT,IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SUPERVISOR NATHAN FLETCHER

5/21/2020

SAN DIEGO (May 20, 2020) --Supervisor Nathan Fletcher and the San Diego and Imperial Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network, with funding by the US Small Business Administration (SBA) and the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (Go-Biz), have partnered to prepare small business owners to navigate required for reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Genentech Donates $50,000 to North County Cares in Support of Local Families and Restaurants Impacted by COVID-19

5/15/2020

OCEANSIDE, CA – Genentech is helping North County families and restaurants with a generous donation of $50,000 to the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce Foundation in support of North County Cares. This donation amount will serve an estimated 1,650 local families and will benefit 30 - 35 restaurants in Oceanside and Vista.

stay connected - support for businesses and employers

5/14/2020

Open Letter to Suspend California AB-5

5/12/2020

The Open Letter

"Dear Governor Gavin C. Newsom and All Members of the California State Legislature:

In 2019, California Assembly Bill 5 was passed to regulate the use of independent contractors in a variety of activities.

By prohibiting the use of independent contractor drivers, health care professionals, and workers in other critical areas, AB-5 is doing substantial, and avoidable, harm to the very people who now have the fewest resources and the worst alternatives available to them.
We, the undersigned Ph.D. economists and political scientists, call for the immediate suspension of AB-5." More details.

Mark Your Calendars You're Invited to Attend: Business Property Statement 571-L Webinar

4/30/2020

Hiscox Pledges $2 Million to Support the Small Business Community

4/28/2020

Hiscox has pledged $2 million to support small businesses now, when it is most needed. The support is made through the Hiscox Foundation USA, a non-profit corporation which supports social and humanitarian initiatives, and will go to established organizations that are providing support to businesses in the wake of COVID-19.

Frontwave Credit Union Gains SBA Approval to Accept Applications for Paycheck Protection Program

4/28/2020

OCEANSIDE, CA – As part of its commitment to fighting for its Members and the communities it serves, Frontwave Credit Union announced today that it has been approved by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to accept applications for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).

North County Business Organizations Advocate for Survival of Small Businesses

4/27/2020

The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce is partnering with numerous North County business organizations to advocate for a path for more small business owners and their employees to get back to work. In a letter sent to CA State Senate and Assemblymembers, the Chambers noted "It is time to work toward reopening our economy and providing a path for more small business owners and their employees to get back to work. We believe that there is an opportunity to allow a greater number of businesses to open under the existing health and safety protocols." Read Letter.

Rep. Mike Levin to Host Virtual Town Hall on Coronavirus and Small Business Assistance

4/20/2020

San Juan Capistrano, CA – U.S. Representative Mike Levin (D-CA) will host a Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday with Danny Fitzgerald from the San Diego & Imperial Valley Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Dr. Karl Steinberg, a nursing facility and hospice medical director in North County San Diego. They will answer questions regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19), aid for local small businesses, and more.

Governor Newsom Announces Paid Sick Leave Benefits for Food Sector Workers Impacted by COVID-19, Additional Protections for Consumers

4/17/2020

Governor’s Executive Order will benefit workers in grocery stores and fast food chains, and delivery drivers

Order will give two weeks of supplemental paid sick leave to certain food sector workers if they are subject to a quarantine or isolation order or medical directive

Order also calls for increased hand-washing measures at food facilities to increase consumer protection

Save Small Business Fund

4/17/2020

General Overview:

To extend a helping hand to small businesses suffering from the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation – in partnership with Vistaprint and a coalition of supporting companies, foundations, and philanthropic donors – is working to provide financial relief through the Save Small Business Fund.
The Save Small Business Fund is a grantmaking initiative to offer $5,000 grants that provide short-term relief for employers across the United States and its territories.
A recent poll conducted by the Chamber and MetLife found that more than half of small businesses (54%) have closed at least temporarily or will close in the next two weeks. One in four (24%) are two months or less away from permanently closing. They need resources and relief — and they need it now.
That’s why the Save Small Business Fund is providing $5,000 grants to help as many businesses as possible meet their most pressing needs -- from rent, making payroll, or for overall business operations.

Insurance Premium Refunds, Credits, and Reductions in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

4/13/2020

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara recognizes that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused an unprecedented challenge for California’s businesses and residents. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Gavin Newsom on March 4, 2020 declared a statewide State of Emergency. Californians were ordered to “shelter-in-place” shortly thereafter. Read More.

Property Tax Penalty Cancellations Available to Those Affected by COVID-19

4/13/2020

Over the past couple of weeks, the Oceanside Chamber has been working with a regional coalition of North County Chambers to ask Treasurer-Tax Collector, Dan McAllister to have late payment penalties waived for those that have been impacted by Covid-19 and were unable to make their property tax payments by the April 10th Deadline.

Using Facebook Messenger Chatbots to get orders online - no website or online store needed

4/10/2020

Digital Hopper is providing free weekly training for local businesses, in collaboration with Mainstreet Oceanside. The training covers Selling Online for Local Business and is relevant for retail/products, services, and restaurants. The weekly live video 1-hour training is free and covers an important marketing tip, shows How To do it, and then has Q&A and troubleshooting. We also have a Facebook group where people can access past training, and get support throughout the week. This is all in aid of the coronavirus situation, and to help businesses stay in business.

How SpotOn can help all business owners (Especially Restaurants!)

4/8/2020

Here are a few of the ways that SpotOn is giving back to the Small business community.
We are not charging any fees to business owners and our payment processing has 0 monthly fees.

HOW BUSINESSES AND NON-PROFITS CAN ACCESS SBA RESOURCES DURING THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY

4/2/2020

Dear Business Leader:

During these uncertain times, many business owners are seeking relief to keep their businesses afloat and take care of their employees. As you know, the CARES Act, allocated $349 billion for the Payment Protection Program, which will provide loans to businesses with up to 500 employees, nonprofits, independent contractors, and the self-employed.

COVID-19 Guide for Retail & Service Businesses

4/2/2020

Download PDF version.

Telework Webinars to Support San Diego Region Employers

3/31/2020

Supporting you with telework webinars and resources

The SANDAG iCommute program has developed a telework webinar series for regional employers and employees as they shift to teleworking during the COVID-19 crisis. Additional resources for employers and teleworkers are available on the iCommuteSD.com/telework web page.

County Official Seek Property Tax Deadline Extension

3/30/2020

San Diego County Supervisors Jim Desmond and Kristin Gaspar, along with Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister have reached out to Governor Gavin Newsom to seek protection for residents and businesses that are unable to pay their property tax bill by the April 10th deadline.

OCEANSIDE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE JOINS BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS ACROSS THE NATION TO DEMAND CHANGE IN BUSINESS CONTINUITY INSURANCE TO SAVE SMALL BUSINESSES

3/30/2020

OCEANSIDE CA - As many businesses have been justifiably anxious about how to keep their businesses afloat during this time of COVID-19, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with over 80 chambers of commerce and business associations across the nation created the Save Small Business Coalition (SSBC) to address exactly that concern. Businesses need cash now, period. The coalition, spanning 15 states, wants to empower a solution for both small businesses and the insurance industry, backed by the federal government.

Attorney General Becerra Issues Consumer Alert Regarding False Advertising Related to Coronavirus

3/23/2020

SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Xavier Becerra today issued a consumer alert about deceptive advertising related to novel coronavirus — or COVID-19 — in California. Attorney General Becerra reminds all Californians to be mindful of any products or services that falsely claim to treat, diagnose, prevent, or cure COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization, there is no vaccine to prevent COVID-19, nor is there a medicine that treats or cures coronavirus.

Don’t Get Scammed During the COVID-19 Pandemic

3/23/2020

As your District Attorney, I’m committed to increasing communication and accessibility between the DA’s Office and you, the community. One way I am doing that that is through this monthly column, where I provide information and tips on how you can stay safe. I’ll also keep you updated on current trends and topics in the criminal justice system.

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San Diego County Credit Union Presented a Free Webinar on Cyber Security, Including Coronavirus Scams and Threats

North County Chambers United to “Save the Summer"

The Oceanside Chamber Joins More Than 100 Business Organizations to Launch America's Recovery Fund Coalition

SAN DIEGO AND IMPERIAL SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERS TO PROVIDESMALL BUSINESS TRAINING TO ADAPT TO COVID-19 ENVIRONMENT,IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SUPERVISOR NATHAN FLETCHER

Genentech Donates $50,000 to North County Cares in Support of Local Families and Restaurants Impacted by COVID-19

stay connected - support for businesses and employers

Open Letter to Suspend California AB-5

Mark Your Calendars You're Invited to Attend: Business Property Statement 571-L Webinar

Hiscox Pledges $2 Million to Support the Small Business Community

Frontwave Credit Union Gains SBA Approval to Accept Applications for Paycheck Protection Program

North County Business Organizations Advocate for Survival of Small Businesses

Rep. Mike Levin to Host Virtual Town Hall on Coronavirus and Small Business Assistance

Governor Newsom Announces Paid Sick Leave Benefits for Food Sector Workers Impacted by COVID-19, Additional Protections for Consumers

Save Small Business Fund

Insurance Premium Refunds, Credits, and Reductions in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

Property Tax Penalty Cancellations Available to Those Affected by COVID-19

Using Facebook Messenger Chatbots to get orders online - no website or online store needed

How SpotOn can help all business owners (Especially Restaurants!)

HOW BUSINESSES AND NON-PROFITS CAN ACCESS SBA RESOURCES DURING THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY

COVID-19 Guide for Retail & Service Businesses

Telework Webinars to Support San Diego Region Employers

County Official Seek Property Tax Deadline Extension

OCEANSIDE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE JOINS BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS ACROSS THE NATION TO DEMAND CHANGE IN BUSINESS CONTINUITY INSURANCE TO SAVE SMALL BUSINESSES

Attorney General Becerra Issues Consumer Alert Regarding False Advertising Related to Coronavirus

Don’t Get Scammed During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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