VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
The Urban League of Louisiana – Office of Workforce Development is VIRTUAL JOB FAIRS to connect job seekers to opportunities in essential industry jobs.
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Construction Law Academy: What Contractors Need to Know about Employment Law
Session 3 of 3: Increasing Capacity through Partnering Agreements. It is vitally important that entrepreneurs in construction are aware of and are in compliance with employment laws that are relevant to the industry.
WEBINAR: Public Relations for Entrepreneurs, Session 3 of 3: Online Reputation Management
A company’s digital footprint is as important to their branding strategy as other traditional branding efforts. With millions of potential customers online every day, businesses that ignore or discount their online reputation often find their name and brand trust in need of repair. Understanding digital review platforms like Yelp, Google Business, and Glassdoor can help businesses to maintain a positive online reputation during and after the COVID-19 crisis. During this session, business leaders will learn about online review platforms like Yelp, Google Business, and Glassdoor and their significance to maintaining a trusted brand strategy during the COVID-19 crisis. Statistical data will be examined to illustrate the importance of effective online reputation monitoring, connecting with customers on digital platforms and earning positive reviews. In order to attend, all participants must be a Certified Small and Emerging Business via Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program. Please note that there is no cost associated with SEBD certification, and most startups meet SEBD eligibility requirements. To become a Certified SEBD, please visit https://tinyurl.com/SEBDCertify. If you should have any questions, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org.
DEADLINE TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT
To vote by absentee ballot, you must submit the application to request a mail ballot by 4:30pm on July 7th. Applications can be sent to the registrar of voters by mail, fax, hand delivery, or electronically through the secretary of state’s website at GeauxVote.com.
The Future of Work and Creating Wealth in Minority Communities
During this session, local national thought leaders will provide insights and recommendations on preparing minorities for the future of work with automation and closing the wealth gap in America between minority and non-minority communities. Panelists will share historical and current legislation and practices that have created the skills gap and the wealth gap in America, and recommendations for how communities of color can work to advocate for and create sustainable enterprises that create value for these communities. This session will also examine the economic, political and cultural implications that create positive outcomes or those that hinder progress in our communities.
VOTE TODAY! LOUISIANA PRIMARY ELECTION!
Q: I was prepared to vote in the April election but it changed due to the pandemic. When do I vote now? A: The Presidential Primary election for Louisiana is now on July 11th. FIND YOUR POLLING LOCATION!
Young Professionals Career 101 – July General Body Meeting
Julia Rock, owner of Rock Career Development, will share with ULLA YP members tips and tools on how to navigate through this pandemic as it relates to your career. These unprecedented times require an adaptive mentality and Julia is equipping professionals to not just “get by” but also THRIVE.
FACE MASK GIVEAWAY!
Urban League of Louisiana HQ 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, United StatesThe Urban League of Louisiana is helping the community mask up to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and follow the Governor's mandate.
Virtual Job Fair
The Urban League of Louisiana - Office of Workforce Development is VIRTUAL JOB FAIRS to connect job seekers to opportunities in essential industry jobs.
Developing a Winning Proposal, CMAR, DBE Certification
Construction firms understand that hard work has to happen before a single shovel ever hits the ground during the continuous construction-bid-proposal process.
DEADLINE TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT
To vote by absentee ballot, you must submit the application to request a mail ballot by 4:30pm on August 11th. Applications can be sent to the registrar of voters by mail, fax, hand delivery, or electronically through the secretary of state’s website at GeauxVote.com.
Reclaiming the Future: How Your Business Can Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19
Please register for "Reclaiming the Future: How Your Business Can Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19" by visiting https://nul.org/program/advancing-black-entrepreneurs/register. Advancing Black Entrepreneurs by Chase for Business is partnering with Black Enterprise, the National Urban League, the U.S. Black Chambers and the National Minority Supplier Development Council to help Black-owned small businesses recover and move forward in the wake of the current global pandemic. Together, we’ve created an educational program specifically for Black business owners on topics that are vital to business growth and sustainability. This first session focuses on how Black business owners can address immediate financial needs and build resiliency in the age of the coronavirus. The Urban League of Louisiana will host this special session, Reclaiming the Future: How Your Business Can Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19, on Wednesday, August 12,10:00-11:30am CT. During this session, Black business leaders will learn how to build resiliency and develop proactive strategies to manage cash flow, protect customers and workers, strengthen community ties, create new opportunities for revenue and prepare for the next crisis. This ninety-minute guided digital session will cover topics including: • The increasing importance of bookkeeping • Pivoting your business model in this new economic environment • Helping […]