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April 21, 2020 5:44pm

Exploring the Renewal Task Force, More Events and Other Updates

Dear Friends,

Recently, GLI announced the formation of a Renewal Task Force. This group, chaired by Kerry Stemler, has been brought together to discuss the latest information on aspects of the COVID-19 response, including testing, PPE, funding for small business, and re-opening strategies for the economy. Based on the information shared, the group determined it most helpful to focus the task force efforts in two areas:

  • Advocacy and Education – This group will focus on working with GLI to connect with elected officials on stabilization packages at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as helping to educate businesses on what resources are available to them and how to use those resources.
  • Re-entry Technical Expertise – This group will examine existing “re-entry”  materials from federal and state governments and work collaboratively to identify specific points for each industry that require consideration to begin re-opening businesses safely.

We look forward to working with the community leaders and volunteers to support our economy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

UPCOMING GLI EVENTS
GLI COVID-19 Help: Best Practices for Remote Workers
Thursday, April 23 ● 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
The world we are living in has changed significantly over the past few weeks and many of our everyday activities have gone virtual. In these trying times and changing environment, it is important to stay up to date with best practices for living and working in the virtual world and now that we are settling into this “new normal”, how can we continue to make progress. Join GLI and Trey Mayer of HMB Inc. as we dive into the world of remote work. In this virtual event, you will learn tips and tricks to help you be successful working from home. We will focus on meeting etiquette, communication, evolving habits, and mental health.
REGISTER
GLI COVID-19 Help: Stock Market Outlook & Economist Overview with Baird
Tuesday, April 28 ● 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Join GLI and Top Investor, Baird, for an insightful economic outlook with Chief Investment Strategist, Bruce Bittles. A frequent guest analyst on CNBC, Bruce will provide a “common sense” perspective on the outlook for the economy and the markets. As a stock market analysis to Baird’s retail, institutional and corporate clients, Bruce will share his extensive background and knowledge of the markets and what both businesses and individuals be considering during this unprecedented time.
REGISTER
GLI COVID-19 Help: Caffeine & Quarantine: Chat with Your Chamber presented by Park Community Credit Union
Wednesday, April 29 ● 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Grab a Coffee and join GLI staff, Park Community Credit Union and other investors for some (virtual) human connection! Get a brief update on GLI, see some familiar faces, and let us know what’s going on with you! If you’ve been missing your networking events, this is the next best thing!
REGISTER

UPCOMING PARTNER EVENTS
GLI COVID-19 Help: Leadership Green Room Microlearning: What Your People Need From You As A Leader Right Now
Thursday, April 23 ● 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Leadership Louisville Center is introducing Leadership Green Room Microlearning – free, hour-long or less, virtual learning sessions. Join the Center for, “What Your People Need from You as a Leader Right Now,” with Jeb Bates, Executive Coach and Leadership Development Consultant. When there is turbulent change, leaders sometimes focus only on the challenges of revenues, logistics, and “keeping the doors open.” It’s understandable. Yet, your employees need direction, guidance, reassurance, and support to ensure they can perform as you recover and begin to grow again. Jeb Bates shares five practical ideas and practices to keep your team focused and performing in times of uncertainty.
REGISTER
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Other Updates:

  • Flavorman is currently manufacturing one-gallon bottles of hand sanitizer that comply with FDA and WHO guidelines. The bottles come with a screw top and are available for local no-touch pickup at their downtown Louisville location. Bottles are $35 and can be ordered here.
  • Available funds for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loans 9EIDL) have reportedly been exhausted. See updates on federal loans for small business here. If your company wasn’t successful in applying for PPP in the first round, here are some recommendations from Stoll Keenon Ogden for how to try again.
  • According to the latest research, COVID-19 may be stable on hard surfaces for up to 2-3 days. Find out the best ways to ensure that your car surfaces, seats and carpets are disinfected here.
  • If you miss being out and seeing the city, Business First sent their photographer out to capture some images around Louisville during our mandated social distancing.
  • Spring in Louisville might look different this year, but spring still brings hope. The Louisville Downtown Partnership has developed a new video showcasing Louisville during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Applications are now open for the 20th anniversary of the Community Foundation of Louisville’s Vogt Awards. Early-stage businesses that are developing an innovative, technology-enabled product (need not be tangible product) could win free cash, education and mentorship. To learn more or apply, click here.
  • The CDC is sending teams to eight states to help bolster contact tracing efforts and contain the virus. In addition to Kentucky, these teams will also go to New Mexico, Wyoming, Idaho, Alaska, North Dakota and West Virginia.
GLI is collecting the questions we’ve been asked about how COVID-19 impacts your business. To see those responses, click here. If you have a question that you would like answered, submit that below.
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We will continue to work diligently to present the best, most informative information to you on a regular basis.

Stay safe & healthy,
Sarah Davasher-Wisdom
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