Chamber News
North Texas Commission Federal Update
24 April, 2020
Courtesy of Nort Texas Commission Communication In our continuing effort to provide updates and news on COVID-19 relief packages, please see the update from our D.C.-based lobbyist, Thorn Run Partners.
Garland Counter Business Making Face Masks
17 April, 2020
We have a stone expert, that in a few weeks was able to bring together community members to help produce face masks for first responders. Andrew has seven seamstresses, who are working from home to keep them safe and are making money to help the community.
President Trump's Guidelines to Reopening the Economy
17 April, 2020
On April 16, 2020, President Trump announced the guidelines for opening up the economy. It will be up to the governors to decide how to restart the economies in their states.
Face Coverings Encouraged by Dallas County
17 April, 2020
Face Coverings are Encouraged by Dallas County
SBA Loans Coming to a Halt; Other Funding Opportunities
17 April, 2020
The SBA Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan program funds have been depleted as of April 16, 2020. We understand this is a tough time for your small business, and we are here to guide you to other resources available to you.
The Voice of Businesses
8 April, 2020
Since the COVID-19 crisis took over, the Garland Chamber staff has made it its mission to be the voice of the businesses in Garland. The staff updated its platforms to bring you the necessary resources to help your business be sustainable during this time of need. Here are a few ways the Garland Chamber staff has been a guide for businesses.
Special Message from a Member: Julie Alexander, Great Teams Great Results
1 April, 2020
Over the last few weeks, I’ve been thinking about this statement as our country, and the entire world has been focused on a situation we’ve never experienced and could have never imagined.
Essential Businesses for
27 March, 2020
The question this order brings is what businesses are essential? Below is the list of all businesses that are considered "essential" that are allowed to stay operational during the emergency order.
Your Chamber Taking Precautions with COVID-19
18 March, 2020
With emerging news about the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the U.S., the Garland Chamber has postponed large events scheduled through the end of April. Even smaller meetings are being migrated to virtual approaches, and we expect that to be the practice for the next couple of months at the least.
Garland Chamber COVID-19 Communication
13 March, 2020
The Garland Chamber of Commerce is an organization focused on connecting you to those who help your business grow, and we accomplish that through our programs, initiatives and events. However, the health and safety of our members, staff and community is always top priority.