On this podcast we're joined by founder Eric Colvin of athletic startup Ultrosport. We discuss how to get started in apparel and ecommerce, social media micro-influencers, and other helpful lessons he's learned along the way. Make sure to check out Ultrosport's athleisure gear at https://www.ultrosport.com/ or on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ultrosport/.

On this episode we're joined by founder Katie Verducci of Central Valley PR firm 1903 Public Relations. This in depth discussion covers everything from common mistakes founders make when outsourcing public relations to the types of services and benefits one should expect to receive. Learn more at https://www.1903pr.com/. 

Craig Tristao, a partner at law firm Coleman & Horowitt, LLP shares tips for employers about the legal ramifications for managing remote employees.  Understand the necessity for a work from home agreement and other ways to keep employee morale high while reducing business risk.  Learn more about Coleman & Horowitt, LLP at https://ch-law.com/.

Sherrie Flynn, a partner at law firm Coleman & Horowitt, LLP discusses five key areas for employers to address for Return to Work (RTW) success. Learn about how performing a Risk Assessment and Site-specific Plan reduces employer business risk as employees RTW.  Learn more about Coleman & Horowitt, LLP at https://ch-law.com/.

The Valley Innovators Podcast is intended for founders and entrepreneurs that are searching for helpful insights, tips, and stories to traverse the difficult landscape of building a successful company.

Greg Norys, a partner at law firm Coleman & Horowitt, LLP provides an overview of rules and regulations for employers to consider as they reopen offices and retail locations in the COVID-19 era.  Greg touches on employer guidance for work place safety, bringing employees back to work, COVID-19 testing, and employee benefits. Learn more about Coleman & Horowitt, LLP at https://ch-law.com/.

Greg Norys, a partner at law firm Coleman & Horowitt, LLP provides insights on recent government acts intended to help small business owners and their employees through the coronavirus pandemic. Specifically, Greg discusses the new Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), Emergency Family Medical Leave Act (EFMLA), Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (EPSL), and implications for unemployment benefits, employer tax credits, and healthcare.  Learn more at https://ch-law.com/. 

Valley Innovators provides tips and resources to help startups and small businesses weather this difficult time during COVID-19. This pod includes resources for financial assistance, working remotely, managing teams, and ways to reduce short term costs, among other ideas.

National Resources:

• CDC guidance for employers: http://bit.ly/2x5FA30
• HelloAlice Business Resource center: http://bit.ly/33tfz9S
• LinkedIn Learning for Working Remotely - free online classes: http://bit.ly/2wbZ8Ti

Local Resources (Fresno, CA):

• Fresno Chamber of Commerce webinar: http://bit.ly/2UdXSXq
• OrdrSlip delivery app: http://bit.ly/394QEL1