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Posted on: May 31, 2023

Vibrant Village - New Downtown Hollywood Business

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"Being part of a collective is being part of a community," stated Veronica Coleman, partner in the newly-opened Vibrant Village Collective at 2028 Harrison Street, Bay #104. Her partner Amanda Nieves agreed."Our goal," she said, "...

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Posted on: May 30, 2023

Shooting Incident on Hollywood Beach

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We’re here to help. If you were impacted in some way by yesterday’s incident on Hollywood Beach, please give us a call. The City’s Economic Development team stands ready to assist and support businesses on Hollywood ...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance

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Citizenship and FEMA Eligibility (CREOLE)

Citizenship and FEMA Eligibility

FEMA is committed to helping all eligible disaster survivors recover from the April 12 –...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

City Graduates 17 Entrepreneurs from FastTrac® Start-Up Program

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The City of Hollywood's Economic Development staff recently graduated 17 entrepreneurs from its 4th cohort of the FastTrac® Start-Up Program. Through FastTrac®, the City of Hollywood guided participants on identifying and meeting market needs and accessin...

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Posted on: June 5, 2023

City of Hollywood Business Resource Guide

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The City of Hollywood’s Office of Communications, Marketing & Economic Development (CMED) is open for business, compiling information to assist Hollywood businesses throughout the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic.  We encourage you...

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Broward County to Assist with Disaster Loan Applications

SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Broward County to Assist Floridians Applying for a Disaster Loan 

The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is June 26, 2023. The deadline to return economic injury applications i...

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

Celebrate Economic Development Week with the City of Hollywood!

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The City of Hollywood recognizes May 8 to May 12, 2023, as Economic Development Week. Economic Development Week was created by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in 2016 to increase awareness of local businesses and programs that create...

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Posted on: May 4, 2023

Economic Development Week - What is Economic Development?

The City of Hollywood, along with many other municipalities and organizations, recognizes May 8 to May 12, 2023, as Economic Development Week. Economic Development Week was created by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in 2016 to increa...

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

Broward Flood Relief Resources

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Broward Flood Relief Resources 

Internet or Smartphone ApplicationDisaster survivors may apply for IHP Assistance or check their application status online at www.disasterassistance.gov. Disaster survivors may also access FEMA via smartphone by dow...

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

Memorial Healthcare System Launches First Pancreas Transplant Program in Broward County

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Memorial Healthcare System has launched a new pancreas transplant program, complementing Memorial Transplant Institute’s existing pediatric and adult kidney and heart transplant services. This new program is a significant step forward in the fiel...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Hollywood Is Hiring!

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Turn your passion into a career. Businesses in Hollywood are Hiring!The following employers in Hollywood are accepting applications from qualified candidates to join their teams! Apply by submitting an application.

Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort (61...

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Posted on: April 19, 2023

Michelle Lambert Spa in Downtown Hollywood Puts the "Ahhhh" Back in Spa

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"I drive over 40 minutes to get here each week," said the client in the waiting room at Michelle Lambert Spa at 1915 Hollywood Boulevard. "She's the first massage therapist I've had in years that really understands my body...

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Posted on: April 18, 2023

Hollywood Businesses Receive Support from Export-Import Bank of The United States(EXIM)

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During the months of January, February, and March 2023, Export-Import Bank of The United States (EXIM) financed $358,042.41 in exports for Hollywood businesses.

Export-Import Bank of The United States (EXIM),  is the official export credit agency ...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

Disaster Preparedness

Is your business or organization prepared for an emergency?

According to The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), about 25 percent of businesses do not reopen after disasters.

Having an emergency disaster plan and a continuity of operations plan in p...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

(DEO) Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey

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Parts of Broward County received historic levels of rain, in some areas more than 25 inches of rain fell, and that caused major flooding across the county. Governor DeSantis signed Executive Order 23-65 (Emergency Management – Broward County Flo...

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Posted on: April 11, 2023

Business Recovery After a Disaster

A disaster has struck and now it’s time for cleanup and recovery. 

The City of Hollywood’s Office of Economic Development is here to help businesses get back on their feet after an emergency or natural disaster through the Busi...

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Posted on: February 21, 2023

Businesses are Eligible for Federal Disaster Relief Funds - Hurricane Ian

Access the federal disaster relief dollars that have become available resulting from Hurricane Ian.

AmountSBA can provide up to $2 million for working capital and normal expenses such as the continuation of health care benefits, rent, u...

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Posted on: February 21, 2023

U.S. Small Business Administration Fact Sheet - Disaster Loans

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If you are located in a declared disaster area, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

Eligible Florida counties: Brevard, Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hil...

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Posted on: February 6, 2023

Muscle up! New Functional Training 45 (F45) Center Opens for Business

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Functional Training 45 (F45), an independently owned and operated fitness facility franchise, kicked off its grand opening with some functional fitness! Joe Sorrento, a Hollywood resident, and owner of F45 says it was one of the best decisions to open his...

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