PPP Reopens, Business Guides and Resources from the US Chamber

Paycheck Protection Program Reopens January 11

On January 8, 2021, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Department of Treasury, announced that the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) will re-open the week of January 11, 2021, for new borrowers and some existing PPP borrowers. The initial wave of loans issued on Monday, January 11, and Wednesday, January 13, will only be available to community financial institutions, but the PPP will open up to all eligible lenders shortly after.

SBA has provided information for small business owners looking for a PPP loan, which can be found here. Additional information from SBA and the Department of the Treasury can be found at the below links.

Because of our membership with the U.S. Chamber, you — our members — have access to so many valuable resources. Take a look to see what might help you.

Guides and Resources from the U.S. Chamber

Upcoming U.S. Chamber Webinars

Tuesday, January 12, 2021: 2021 State of American Business

Please join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. ET for the 22nd annual State of American Business event exploring how a united business community can rally a divided nation around a widespread economic recovery, restore good governance, and rebuild our economy for the future.

This year, the U.S. Chamber is also adding Policy Power Hours throughout the week of the program to delve deeper into the challenges and opportunities on the horizon at the state, national, and global level. In light of recent events, the U.S. Chamber has also added a new Policy Power Hour to discuss the role of American business in fortifying democracy. Featured speakers will include Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi, Edward Jones Investments Managing Partner Penny Pennington, ADP Senior Vice President and Chief Economist Nela Richardson, Rep. Abigail Spanberger (Virginia), and Rep. John M. Katko (New York). Please click here to register now.

Wednesday, January 13, 2021: Equality of Opportunity Dialogue: Fostering Diversity in Government Affairs

Please join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Washington Government Relations Group on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET for Equality of Opportunity Dialogue: Fostering Diversity in Government Affairs. This conversation on diversifying government affairs staff with industry leaders will explore the skill sets, relationships, and experience needed to address the major components of a successful government relations strategy. We will also discuss what tools are available for building a more diverse pipeline, and what can be done to bridge the current gap.

Featured speakers will include U.S. Chamber senior vice president of Government Affairs Jack Howard, U.S. Chamber senior vice president of Strategic Alliances and Outreach Rick Wade, UPS chief Corporate Affairs, Communications, and Sustainability officer Laura Lane, Washington Government Relations Group president Danielle McBeth, National Association of Manufacturers Policy and Government Relations senior vice president Aric Newhouse, and more. Click here to register now.

Tuesday, January 19, 2021: Pandemic Relief Small Business Update

Please join U.S. Chamber executive vice president and chief policy officer Neil Bradley and CO— content director Jeanette Mulvey on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. ET for a Small Business Update to hear the latest about the coronavirus relief aid that's now available and what small businesses need to know.

Click here to register now.

Wednesday, January 20, 2021: U.S. Chamber Foundation's Institute for Organization Management (IOM) Winter Webinar Series

Please join the Institute for Organization Management (IOM) on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, for the next event of its new winter webinar series on current issues affecting those in the nonprofit industry. Each webinar will feature new topical discussions and Institute faculty members—the next of which is a conversation led by Bravo cc founder Libby Spears about strengths minded leaders, teams, and organizations.

If you do not already have an account, you will need to download the Microsoft Teams program in advance of the event and create a free account. This program works with laptops, tablets, or mobile phones. Click here to download Microsoft Teams.

If you're unable to join the webinar, a video recording will be available on the Institute's Resource Center after the webinar has ended. Click here to connect to the webinar.

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