Association Continues Training Via April Online Courses; Supervisory and Production Classes Planned for May
For questions relating to the scheduling of classroom courses shown for MAY, please email  training@mascpa.org .

Our Scheduled SolidWorks On-Line Courses:

Our Scheduled Classroom Courses:
Supervision and Leadership
 
Production Skills
GD & T  - 5/19
 
Management

Interested in Having an Apprentice in Your Organization?
Call or email us for more information:
training@mascpa.org   or (717) 843-3891  
APRIL 2 WEBINAR – TODAY:
New CARES ACT and PPP Update and HR Overview!
Thursday,  APRIL 2, 2020 at 2:00 PM

The $2 trillion stimulus package, Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security Act, (CARES ACT), was signed into law Friday, March 27, authorizing the IRS to send cash payments to citizens and almost $1 trillion in loans to companies.

Our panel will include:
  • John C. Porter, Esq. – Griffith, Lerman, Lutz & Scheib
  • Vicki Krotzer, PHR, SHRM-CP, HR Consultant – The Manufacturers' Association
  • Becky Stauffer, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, HR Consultant – The Manufacturers' Association
  • Eric R. Wenger, CPA, MST, Managing Partner, RKL Lancaster Office

Join this Zoom Meeting online:   https://zoom.us/j/758762931

Or if you cannot join us online, you may use your phone:
+1 929 436 2866
Meeting ID: 758 762 931
One tap mobile: +19294362866,,758762931#

Be sure to follow our special COVID-19 webage for listings and postings of future webinars pertaining to the new CARES ACT and PPP.
Our COVID-19 Member-to-Member Resource Center
People helping people, members helping members!
We've had several member businesses reach-out to us, with offers of assisting other members during this time.

We've compiled a list of these firms here , and what assistance or services they offer.
If you're interested in speaking with them, please send your request direct to Todd Willman at twillman@mascpa.org . Your request will be forwarded to the appropriate company contact for a reply back to you.

If you'd care to join this collaborative effort, feel free to send an email with your information and company contact, and send it to Todd Willman at the email address above.
New CARES ACT, Payroll Protection Business Guide
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security  (CARES) Act was signed into law by the President this past weekend (March 28). The legislation provides for $350 billion financing to small businesses impacted by the coronavirus.

To read the Small Business Owner's Guide , (for 500 employees or less),  go here .  
To find a local contact for these loans, please contact your county Economic Development Corporation at:  https://www.preparedcentralpa.com/ .


Small Business Administration Offers Emergency Loan Webinar April 3

SBA Emergency Loan Webinar: 'Process for Applying and FAQ's
Date: April 3, 2020
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (EDT)
Registration Deadline: April 3, 2020 at 9:20 AM (EDT)
Fee: No Fee


State Resources Available for Businesses
Click here  for a list of various resources from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development including their Business Exemption Form, any financing options available, and real-time updates from the Commonwealth.
New Required Workplace Posting Now Available
It's Timely: Re-Evaluate Your Health Plan Coverage
Did you know that the Association's EHIP HealthyAdvantage Plan is a partially self-funded, level-funded health plan?

Because the employer is pre-paying the claims, 100% of the unused funds at the end of the contract period are returned to the employer as savings!

Discover more by visiting our Insurance webpage, and watch the informative video.
Remember Our COVID-19 Webpage for Upcoming
Webinar Info, HR Updates and New Information
Please remember that our COVID-19 webpage contains updates and information regarding effects on business and industry in south-central PA, including new information from the state and federal government. To stay informed, check it often as a resource.
CONTACT YOUR ASSOCIATION

The Manufacturers' Association  
 320 Busser Road,
Second Floor
P.O. Box 493
Emigsville, PA 17318

Phone: (717) 843-3891
Fax: (717) 854-9445
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