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The Department of Commerce has launched a new loan program called the Small Business Flex Fund. This program connects community-based lenders with small business owners who are looking for financial help to speed up their recovery from the pandemic.
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The current workforce shortage is forcing many in the hospitality industry to rethink their approach to staffing. Even with Washington state fully reopened, it could take a years for hospitality businesses to hire and retain enough staff to meet demand. So how do businesses overcome these challenges? The answer to that question will look different for every employer. But nearly all employers will likely need to expand their applicant pool to attract new employees.
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