COVID19

Here’s an Explainer on How the CARES Act Can Benefit Startups

April 1, 2020

The CARES Act — aka the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act — passed on Friday will pump $2 trillion into the American economy in an effort to mitigate the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic. So, what should startups and other small businesses know about accessing part of its $349 billion earmarked […]

A Guide to Helping Small Businesses Navigate and Recover from the COVID-19 crisis

March 31, 2020

Millions of jobs and small businesses are being threatened by the COVID-19 health crisis and the subsequent economic crisis it is causing. While the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Congress have attempted to use the SBA loan program to help America’s businesses, accessing the program can be confusing and challenging for entrepreneurs – especially those […]

Philadelphia Startup ‘Pushed to Capacity’ by Demand as Coronavirus Impacts Mental Health

March 31, 2020

As millions of people abide by stay-at-home orders to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, another health crisis looms — mental health. More than 40 million adults in the U.S. already suffered from anxiety and depression before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and experts are concerned the increase in fear of the unknown, social isolation, financial […]

Pennsylvania Coronavirus Loans and Small Business Resources

March 27, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic and mandated business closures have taken a toll on Pennsylvania’s small businesses. Information and financial support are vital to ensuring these companies survive this global health crisis. Here is a compilation of state government resources and links for small and midsized businesses in Pennsylvania. This will be updated as new information becomes […]

FAQ: Philadelphia COVID-19 Small Business Relief Fund

March 26, 2020

This is a list of frequently asked questions regarding the City’s new COVID-19 Small Business Relief Fund, which was created to help provide immediate relief to small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 crisis in Philadelphia. See PDF here.

Governor Wolf Announces Financial Assistance Available to Small Businesses

March 25, 2020

Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced that new funding is available to help small businesses impacted by the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, through a new program under the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority’s (PIDA) Small Business First Fund, the COVID-19 Working Capital Access Program (CWCA). The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) recently authorized the transfer of $40 million to […]

Employee Cycle’s HR Podcast Looks at Reducing Stress in the time of Coronavirus

March 25, 2020

Bruce Marable, CEO of human resources analytics startup Employee Cycle, has been sharing best practices from HR pros with listeners of his company’s podcast for the last four years. He’s discussed topics like retirement, corporate social responsibility and the gender pay gap with a myriad of guests, but, like the rest of the world, has […]

COVID-19 Information Hub

March 25, 2020

The Chamber has launched a COVID-19 Information Hub for our 11-county community to gain insight, updates, and resources to support their businesses during this unprecedented time. Check back for daily updates and members can submit their own COVID-19 resources to the From Our Members section of our website. See the information hub here.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources

March 25, 2020

Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy. Content Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program Guidance for Businesses and Employers SBA Products and Resources Government Contracting Local Assistance Economic Injury […]

Temple University Hospital Deploys HGE Health’s Telemedicine Platform to Fight the Spread of COVID-19

March 20, 2020

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) MARCH 13, 2020 As the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) accelerates across the country, Temple University Hospital (TUH), its Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery, and the Temple Lung Center are taking proactive steps to protect its staff and patients using HGE Health’s telemedicine platform. Temple will enroll patients at risk or with mild […]