Florin Road Partnership

Saturday, July 28, 2012

Big or Small - We've Got It All!

Looking for a particular merchant or type of business
on the Florin Road Corridor?

Our downloadable Merchant Directory features over 500 businesses in an Excel spreadsheet. We've got everything from large chain stores and internationally-known restaurants to small mom-and-pop shops and eateries, schools, worship centers, government offices, and more.

Just visit the "Directory" page of our website at http://www.florinroad.com/. On that page you can also download our District Map and check out each month's Featured Businesses.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

How to Protect Your Small Biz from Zombies

Is your small biz prepared for the coming zombie apocalypse?

Do you have a disaster plan in place for either natural or human-created disasters?

If you answered "no" to either of these questions, you should take a moment to read this article from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for tips on creating a business disaster plan: Prepare for a Zombie Invasion of Your Business

Monday, May 21, 2012

June Business Seminars & Mixers

The City of Sacramento will hold the FREE Sacramento Business First workshop for small businesses on Friday, June 8, 2012.

You’ll get information about business counseling, marketing, social media, finance, business tax programs, and more! Local economic development researcher Ryan Sharp will discuss the latest economic trends taking place in our region. There will also be informational booths, networking opportunities, and refreshments.

The event runs from 7:30 am to 11:45 am at the Woodlake Hotel, Sacramento.

To register, visit http://www.cityofsacramento.org/econdev/sacramentobusinessfirst/index.cfm

Paychex Insurance Agency, Inc. presents Navigating Health Insurance Options for Businesses. This seminar will be held on Monday, June 18, 2012, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET.

To register, visit http://www.paychexinsurance.com/seminars.aspx.

The Power Inn Alliance presents Security & Business Protection Faire & Mixer on Thursday, June 21, 2012, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, at the Alliance office, 5310 Power Inn Road, Suite F, Sacramento.

This event combines a meet-and-greet style mixer with the popular "Crime & Dine" meetings. Local security and protective products companies will be on hand showcasing their products and services.

To register, visit http://securityfaire.eventbrite.com.

Monday, April 23, 2012

FREE May Business Seminars

The Paychex Seminar Series presents two valuable topics in one FREE seminar. Learn the benefits of offering a 401(k) plan for businesses of any size and how payroll- and non-payroll integrated 401(k) plans work. You'll also learn about today's ever-changing regulatory environment and requirements from federal agencies like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Labor (DOL).

This seminar will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 2012, from 9 am to 12:00 pm at your local Paychex office or a nearby location. A continental breakfast will be served. To register, visit www.paychex.com/localseminars or call toll free 877-321-8581.

"What Every Business Should Know About 401(k) Plans" is another FREE seminar offered online by Paychex. The next session will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2012, from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm ET. To register, visit www.paychex.com/print/401(k)-seminar.