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March 27, 2020

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for COVID-19

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for COVID-19 By Lisa Derby Oden The news is full of reports of the shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE) for dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the World Health Organization, industry and government have called on to increase manufacturing of these products by 40% […]

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March 26, 2020

SBA EXPRESS BRIDGE LOANS now available in response to COVID-19

Dear Small Business, Friends and Partners, In response to the COVID-19 National Emergency, the SBA Express Bridge Loan (EBL) Pilot Program has been modified and the term extended. The EBL Pilot Program is designed to supplement the Agency’s direct disaster loan capabilities and authorizes SBA Express Lenders to provide expedited […]

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March 25, 2020

Resources for Manufacturers during COVID-19

Resources for Manufacturers and Small Businesses during COVID-19 We are providing you with these resources to help you as you work through these turbulent COVID-19 times. If you have specific needs that are not referenced here, please feel free to contact us so that we can tap into our network. […]

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March 24, 2020

COVID-19 MassHire Resources for Manufacturers

MassHire Resources for Manufacturers There are 16 local MassHire Workforce Boards, composed of business and community leaders, who oversee Massachusetts Career Centers. MassHire Workforce Boards address critical labor market issues across our regions by developing strategic policies and programs that aim to close the skills gap and help local residents find work. 29 MassHire Career Centers […]

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March 22, 2020

COVID-19 Food Manufacturing Resources

Food Manufacturing Resources FDA Food Safety and Covid 19: https://www.fda.gov/food/food-safety-during-emergencies/food-safety-and-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19 FDA Coronavirus Supply Chain Update: https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/coronavirus-covid-19-supply-chain-update?utm_campaign=022720_Statement_Coronavirus%20%28COVID-19%29%20Supply%20Chain%20Update&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua USDA Specific FAQ’s: https://www.usda.gov/coronavirus List of products that meet EPA’s criteria for use against SARS-CoV-2, the cause of COVID 19: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2 FMI The Food Industry Association: https://www.fmi.org/food-safety/coronavirus – covers the following topics: Guidance […]

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March 20, 2020

COVID-19 Better Together

Better Together By Lisa Derby Oden Challenging times call for adjusting, creating and exploring new ways for doing business. MassMEP is here to provide assistance and resources as we all make our way through this uncharted territory of COVID 19. As trusted advisors to the manufacturing ecosystem in Massachusetts, we […]

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March 19, 2020

AIM HR Solutions BLOG State, Federal Governments Address Economic Fallout from COVID-19

State, Federal Governments Address Economic Fallout from COVID-19 ECONOMY HEALTH CARE COSTS HR & EMPLOYMENT LAW NEWS | March 13, 2020 By: Chris Geehern State and federal governments have passed a series of measures and issued several orders this week to address the medical and economic fallout from the COVID-19 issue. Here is a […]

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March 18, 2020

White House Seeks Help From Manufacturers

URGENT DEADLINE!! Massachusetts Manufacturers, we wanted to make you aware of an opportunity to assist: The White House is reaching out to U.S. manufacturers to identify their capabilities to help the United States during the COVID-19 crisis. The administration is seeking volunteers who can donate and provide and/or produce within […]

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March 17, 2020

MassMEP COVID-19 Preparedness

During this unprecedented time for everyone, MassMEP is here to help you and your company to prepare for your future. MassMEP has moved as many trainings and events to our virtual options and we will keep you posted on updates. If you are interested in attending a training or webinar, […]

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March 16, 2020

AIM HR Solutions The Employers’ Guide to COVID-19

The Employers’ Guide to COVID-19 For updates please visit AIM HR Solutions HR & EMPLOYMENT LAW | March 8, 2020 By: Tom Jones COVID-19 raises significant challenges for business. Companies throughout Massachusetts and around the globe face the task of operating their businesses – and protecting employees – amid an undeclared […]

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