To help navigate the challenges of COVID-19 the James Beard Foundation is hosting webinars to help provide resources for the hospitality industry and to better stay connected throughout difficult times. 

Webinar Schedule

Tuesday, April 14: Cash Management & SBA Loans

Aprio, an award-winning CPA advisory firm, will be reviewing the EIDL, PPP, payroll credit opportunities and basic cash management strategies for restaurants and NEW clarifications and strategies to using the stimulus package and capital campaigns that may better help restaurant owners and sole proprietors.  A follow up to our first conversation on the CAREs Act Loans, this session led by CPA’s Jessica Hussain, Meredith Kowal, and Tommy Lee will dive deeper into developing a strategy to determine what combination of relief opportunities may best serve your needs.

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 Wednesday, April 15: Motivation in Times of Crisis

When distractions are high and stress is mounting, keeping your team engaged and focused on their goals may feel like its own battle. In this webinar, Certified Professional Behavior Analyst Rachel Sheerin gives you insight into fast and effective motivational tools for leaders and peers alike to boost morale in stressful times. 

Register here.

Thursday, April 16: Exploring the State of the Seafood Industry

The COVID-19 crisis has forced every aspect of the seafood industry to rapidly reinvent business models and relationships. Hear from Jennifer Bushman, Barton Seaver, Katy Rivera, and Cliff White about some of the media challenges, expected shifts in the tectonics of the global industry, and predictions about what the future of seafood might look like.

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Friday, April 17: Spirited Conversation: Tasting Rooms to Retail Shops

James Beard award finalists Ann Marshall and Scott Blackwell of Highwire Distilling, along with Melissa Katrincic of Durham Distillery, will talk pivoting tasting rooms to retail sites, spent spirit hand-sanitizer and commercial cleaners, and best practices on bottle distribution as home delivery services like Drizly and Bevvie soar. Expect a spirited conversation on how you can survive and stay relevant during the shutdowns, followed by a Quarantini toast to craft distilleries. 

Register here.

Thursday, April 23: HR Roadmap and Employee Welfare during COVID-19

Sarah Diehl, founder and principal of Empowered Hospitality, will discuss human resources best practices in the wake of COVID-19 from both an employer and employee perspective. Topics will include: staff and compensation reductions, benefits, unemployment, resources and relief funds for employees, and communication best practices.
Register here.