Covid-19 Guest Submissions

By Mike Slavik Chief Practice Officer, Northeast CliftonLarsonAllen Email T. 617.984.8116 Key insights Navigating challenging situations leads organizations to reflect on what they have learned CLA has learned that culture, communication, connectivity, collaboration, and confidence are key to carrying your organization through and out of challenging times Many organizations plan for a potential crisis, but…

By Jack Wert Executive Director Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB Federal/Legislative Updates The U.S. Small Business Administration announced they have reopened the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance program portal to all eligible applicants, including U.S. small businesses and nonprofits. Applications are reopened to other industries in need of relief. For more information on EIDL programs,…

By Patrick Neale and Associates Email T. 239.642.1485   On July 4, 2020, an extension to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was signed into law. Small businesses and others who qualify for the PPP now have until August 8, 2020 to apply for these forgivable loans. There is still $130 billion left in the program…

By Jason Venner Director CliftonLarsonAllen Email T. 571.227.9518 Key insights OIG and internal audit offices can play a pivotal role in protecting COVID-19 relief funds and increasing their impact. Cybersecurity and fraud risks are increasing, and funds are being wasted as key programs are disrupted. CLA can help you immediately address these issues through a…

Washington, D.C., July 1, 2020–Congress’s vote to extend the Paycheck Protection Program until Aug. 8 is positive for the country’s small businesses but the fact that it was necessary shows the Administration has bungled its handling of the program and  there is much more work needed to help Main Street survive this crisis. “It’s good they…

By Jeffrey Nesbitt Manager CliftonLarsonAllen Email T. 602.604.3565 Key insights Construction industry challenges have changed over the last decade. Today, the biggest challenge is the communication gap that exists between the field and office. The first step in finding a solution is to recognize where the communication gap exists and understand its cause. The right…

By Thomas Schultz HRCO Consultant CliftonLarsonAllen Email T. 920.996.1197 Key insights A host of employment laws limit the times and types of employee health testing allowed. Consider using a basic COVID-19 employee self-certification to return to work document to affirms basic health levels. Physical distancing, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and clear communication…

Millions of Americans are working from home (https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/24/as-working-from-home-becomes-more-widespread-many-say-they-dont-want-to-go-back.html) for the first time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While some are enjoying the flexibility and not having to commute, others are struggling to maintain productivity outside the office. While working from home cuts out the water cooler conversations and meetings that drag on all afternoon, it’s…

By Heather Kloster, Marketing Senior CliftonLarsonAllen, Email T. 626.387.8281 In case you missed it: CLA LivestreamSeries: PPP Update: Unpacking the Latest Guidance We will be discussing the latest PPP guidance released June 16th and it’s implications for your business. Speakers: Jennifer Rohen, CLA Principal, WOTC Practice Leader Jack Rybicki, CLA Managing Principal of Industry, Real Estate…

By Julie Rubelowski Marketing Director Email T. 414.721.7650 View This Webcast Presentation: Slides for Reimagining Your Workforce: Return to Work Webinar: Recording for Reimagining Your Workforce: Return to Work This session will discuss things to consider as you plan and adjust for a return to the workplace. Learning objectives By the end of this session, you will…