City of Hollywood, Florida

Simple Steps for Starting a Business This #FREE 4-session virtual workshop will take you through the groundwork of creating the foundation for a new business. Learn how to turn your idea into a business concept and: *Identify your customer base *Start a marketing plan *Calculate startup expenses & profitability *Determine funding requirements July 25, August 1, 8, 15  *6 pm Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. https://lnkd.in/epA6f9zy 954.921.3620

Hollywood Ocean Rescue Employment Test Wednesday, July 17th at 9:30 am Madison Street Lifeguard Tower on Hollywood Beach Discover your dream job and build a career for life on Hollywood Beach. Your first step is to take the qualifying test on July 17th at 9:30 a.m. Meet at the Madison Street tower on Hollywood Beach and be prepared for a 500 meter run and 500 meter ocean swim. Participants must be 18 years old or older and complete the physical portion in under 12 minutes to qualify for the interview immediately following. Apply online today at https://lnkd.in/eQGSs8cY

U.S. Small Business Disaster Assistance Center Opening in Hollywood July 9-29 The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is opening a Disaster Assistance Center in Hollywood for business owners in southeast Broward County who were impacted by the June 11th – 13th Flood Event. The SBA Disaster Assistance Center will be located at the Oak Lake Community Center, 3190 N. 56th Ave. from Tuesday, July 9th until Monday, July 29th. SBA representatives will be on hand to provide opportunities for low-interest business loans and other assistance. No appointment necessary, representatives will be available: - Mondays: 9 am to 5:30 pm - Tuesday – Friday: 9 am to 6 pm - Thursday, July 25, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Saturday: 10 am - 2 p.m. - Sunday: Closed Center Permanently Closes: Monday July 29 at 4 p.m. For additional information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/efWbRX7C

FloridaCommerce Announces Funding to Support Small Businesses Impacted by South Florida Flooding FloridaCommerce has approved more than $2.1 million in funding through the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to small businesses impacted by the flooding in South Florida. To date, 66 businesses have been approved to receive these funds to bridge the gap while they wait on other funding such as insurance, with more applications being approved every day. Eligible South Florida small businesses impacted by the floods may apply for loans of up to $50,000 through the program. Loans approved through the Emergency Bridge Loan Program are intended to “bridge the gap” between the time a disaster impacts a business and when the business has secured longer-term recovery funding, such as federally or commercially available loans, insurance claims, or other resources. Small business owners needing assistance are encouraged to visit FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the program. FloridaCommerce administers the Emergency Bridge Loan Program alongside its fiscal administrator, Florida First Capital Finance Corporation. Loans made under this program are short-term, zero-interest, personal loans using State of Florida funds. They are not grants, and loans must be repaid by the approved applicant. Visit FloridaJobs.org/EBL to learn more about the program, view the lending guidelines and required documentation, and complete an application by the August 12, 2024, deadline. Business owners who need further program information may call 833-832-4494 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5p.m., Eastern Daylight Time.

Simple Steps for Starting a Business This #FREE 4-session virtual workshop will take you through the groundwork of creating the foundation for a new business. Learn how to turn your idea into a business concept and: *Identify your customer base *Start a marketing plan *Calculate startup expenses & profitability *Determine funding requirements July 25, August 1, 8, 15  *6 pm Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. https://lnkd.in/epA6f9zy 954.921.3620

Ready to take your small business to the next level? Join other successful business owners and entrepreneurs who have seized this opportunity to visit our Small Business Assistance Center and grow their businesses. o Date: 2nd Thursday of each month o Time: 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. o Location: City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Blvd o *For New and Existing Businesses in Hollywood o * No appointment necessary Our Small Business Assistance Center provides new and existing businesses with a one-stop-shop to meet with city staff for assistance with business resources every month, no appointment necessary. Whether you're just starting out, already established, or aiming to expand, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your business goals. o One-on-one consultation for your business : o Local Business Tax Receipt Assistance o Permitting & Licensing Resolution o Certificate of Use Assistance o Business Planning o Access to Funding o Commercial Property Improvement Grants o Marketing & Branding Strategies o General Business Concerns/Questions Our Economic Development team looks forward to assisting you! For more information, call 954.921.3620 or visit https://lnkd.in/em2ch4VU.

Hollywood Ocean Rescue Employment Test Wednesday, July 17th at 9:30 am Madison Street Lifeguard Tower on Hollywood Beach Discover your dream job and build a career for life on Hollywood Beach. Your first step is to take the qualifying test on July 17th at 9:30 a.m. Meet at the Madison Street tower on Hollywood Beach and be prepared for a 500 meter run and 500 meter ocean swim. Participants must be 18 years old or older and complete the physical portion in under 12 minutes to qualify for the interview immediately following. Apply online today at https://lnkd.in/eQGSs8cY

FloridaCommerce Announces Funding to Support Small Businesses Impacted by South Florida Flooding FloridaCommerce has approved more than $2.1 million in funding through the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to small businesses impacted by the flooding in South Florida. To date, 66 businesses have been approved to receive these funds to bridge the gap while they wait on other funding such as insurance, with more applications being approved every day. Eligible South Florida small businesses impacted by the floods may apply for loans of up to $50,000 through the program. Loans approved through the Emergency Bridge Loan Program are intended to “bridge the gap” between the time a disaster impacts a business and when the business has secured longer-term recovery funding, such as federally or commercially available loans, insurance claims, or other resources. Small business owners needing assistance are encouraged to visit FloridaJobs.org/EBL to apply for the program. FloridaCommerce administers the Emergency Bridge Loan Program alongside its fiscal administrator, Florida First Capital Finance Corporation. Loans made under this program are short-term, zero-interest, personal loans using State of Florida funds. They are not grants, and loans must be repaid by the approved applicant. Visit FloridaJobs.org/EBL to learn more about the program, view the lending guidelines and required documentation, and complete an application by the August 12, 2024, deadline. Business owners who need further program information may call 833-832-4494 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5p.m., Eastern Daylight Time.

City of Hollywood Small Business Assistance Center – Your One-Stop-Shop To Meet With City Staff To Assist With Resources for Your Business! Date: Thursday, July 11th Time: 7 to 10 am Location: City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Blvd *For New and Existing Businesses in Hollywood * No appointment necessary The City of Hollywood's Economic Development team will hold monthly assistance to new and existing businesses, no appointment necessary. Whether you're just starting out, already established, or aiming to expand, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your business goals. Our team will provide you with assistance and guidance to help your business thrive and succeed. One-on-one consultation for your business : • Local Business Tax Receipt Assistance • Permitting & Licensing Resolution • Certificate of Use Assistance • Business Planning • Access to Funding • Commercial Property Facade Improvement Grants • Marketing & Branding Strategies • General Business Concerns/Questions Our Economic Development team looks forward to assisting you! For more information, call 954.921.3620 or visit https://lnkd.in/em2ch4VU.

Simple Steps for Starting a Business This #FREE 4-session virtual workshop will take you through the groundwork of creating the foundation for a new business. Learn how to turn your idea into a business concept and: *Identify your customer base *Start a marketing plan *Calculate startup expenses & profitability *Determine funding requirements July 25, August 1, 8, 15  *6 pm Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. https://lnkd.in/epA6f9zy 954.921.3620