Covid 19 Pivot Webinar Series

Description

This Covid 19 Pivot series is a practical webinar series for small businesses. The series is an innovative virtual program designed to adapt your business, address critical topics, help participants meet the ever-changing world and dynamics of the workplace, as well as expanding current essential knowledge. All 1 hour webinars have three distinct features: virtual networking, sharing, and knowledge.


Topics and Dates:

State of Higher Education -  Tuesday, August 18 @10 AM
Guest: Dr. Scott McDowell - Lubbock Christian University, Dr. Robin Satterwhite - South Plains College, Dr. Lawrence Schovanec - Texas Tech University, and Dr. Elyn Palmer - Wayland Baptist University

• How this fall semester differs from last fall semester
• What safety measures are being put into place for student and staff safety
• Spring semester planning
• In person vs virtual learning

 
A guide for businesses across Texas as they return to the physical workplace - Texas Mutual Insurance Company -  Wednesday, August 26 @ 2 PM
Join the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce and Texas Mutual Insurance Company for a virtual meeting discussing their finding and lessons learned for businesses across Texas as they return to the physical workplace.
 
Hotels, Bars, Restaurants & Community/Large Gatherings - Tuesday, September 1 @ 10 AM
Join Chris Berry - President of Lubbock Restaurant Association, Scott Joslove - President of the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association and Brianna Gerardi - Business Development Director of the City of Lubbock for an information packed webinar. 

• Where occupancy stand as of August 2020
• Planning a large gathering (indoors or outdoors), what steps you need to take
• Social distancing for restaurants, hotels and gatherings
• Fall and winter forecast for various venues, restaurants and events

 
How to become Lubbock Safe & Safely Re-Open your business - Thursday, September 10, @ 10 AM

• Learn how to become "Lubbock Safe"
• Keeping your business "Lubbock Safe" everyday
• Opening your business safely
• Keeping your customers and establishment safe and healthy

 
New and Easy Ways to Market Your Business -  Podcast, Webinars, Virtual Meetings, Facebook Live, Instagram Commercials - Tuesday, September 15 @ 10 AM
Join the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce as you learn easy ways to market your business during difficult times.

• What is a podcast, and is it right for your business?
• How have meeting changed in your industry?
• Are your current social media platforms enough?
• What are my customers looking for?
• What is the best way to reach your customers?

 
Business Insurance and What You Need to Know - Wednesday, September 23 @ 10 AM

• How has business insurance changed in the last 6 months?
• Are you asking your insurance company the right questions?
• Are you covered for the future?
• What king of insurance do I need?

 

 HR Changes During and After the Pandemic - Tuesday, October 13 @ 10 AM

• What do your employees need to feel safe in the workplace
• What accommodations are employees looking, and are you able to offer them?
• CARES Act Update
• HR changes and updates that you need to be aware of

 
Childcare - Tuesday, October 20 @ 10 AM

• How does the childcare industry look today?
• How to keep your child healthy?
• Safe practices, how they differ today from 7 months ago?
• When to keep your child home?
• What questions to ask when looking for a new childcare facility

 
What to Expect When You Get Ready to Start Hiring Again - Tuesday, October 27 @ 10 AM

• What new job skills are highly desirable?
• Will new employees expect to be able to work in the office and from home?
• Can you compete with other employers when searching for the right candidate?
• Hiring to retain
• Attracting a talented and skilled applicant pool

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) - Tuesday, November 3 @ 10 AM

• PPP Update