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The International Economic Development Council has provided this first glance at the stimulus bill:  IEDC Review2 COVID-19 Update: First glance at the stimulus bill  A deal was reached early this morning on the third and largest COVID-19 aid bill, a stimulus package designed to help the ailing economy and ease the burden on families and … Read more

To our valued community partners, As COVID-19 continues to impact our communities and create a time of uncertainty, please know that the FloridaWest team is working diligently with our community, State and Federal partners to advocate for the businesses of Greater Pensacola and Escambia County. We will continue to monitor and share pertinent information affecting … Read more

The Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce, Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (FRLA) and DigiPro Media have partnered together to announce the Save Florida Business Initiative as a way to support Florida businesses during this difficult time. The Save Florida Business Initiative will connect consumers in Escambia and Santa Rosa County to area businesses through the … Read more

CareerSource Escarosa, in alignment with local governmental offices, is CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC till further notice. Our Center Staff will remain available to serve job seekers and others by phone, online, and any other electronic means possible. We highly encourage the use of internet-based services such as www.employflorida.com, www.floridajobs.org, and to call our offices for … Read more

The SBDC Business Disaster Recovery Team is assisting local businesses in navigating through the emergency loan process. If you would like to be added to their COVID-19 email list, email them [email protected]. All face-to-face SBDC training Workshops have been canceled. Only virtual consulting sessions (i.e. conference calls, Google Hangouts etc.) will be accepted. Register for … Read more

Tides are changing in the Gulf Coast as a recent increase in support from the Homeland Security Department (DHS) and the National Security Agency (NSA) further solidifies the future of the flourishing cybersecurity industry in Pensacola, Florida. With a strong cyber workforce graduating from the University of West Florida (UWF) and ample funding, the Pensacola … Read more

Florida SBDC Network Headquarters (Pensacola, Fla.) – Due to the widespread impacts of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and small businesses’ need for emergency capital, the application process for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan program has changed.   Effective immediately, eligible small businesses interested in applying for the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan program, … Read more

Florida SBDC Network disaster specialists can assist small businesses in developing a preparedness plan and with other strategies to safeguard their employees and customers, and ensure the continued operation of their business. Upon activation of disaster assistance loan programs, Florida SBDC business consultants, many of whom are Disaster Recovery Institute (DRI) Certified Business Continuity Professionals, … Read more

As the COVID-19 health crisis impacts global supply chains, the Florida Economic Development Council, in partnership with the FloridaMakes Network, is stressing the importance of having a plan in place prior to disruptions to your supply chain. The following checklist can help your company react to and prepare for disruptions. Checklist Link Additional Information

PENSACOLA, Fla. () – CareerSource Escarosa will partner with Pensacola State College to host The 2020 job fair on Thursday, March 12 from 10-2 at the Paul and Amos Studio, building 31, Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd, Pensacola, Fl. This no-cost event is open to the public. Job-seekers will have the opportunity to network … Read more