The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce will begin hosting two weekly webinars called “Chamber Virtual Engagement Series.” Every Wednesday and Friday at 1:00pm, the Chamber will feature different topics and speakers through the video conference program, “Zoom.”

Wednesday’s call will feature Ginger Carrington, District 7 Regional Director for Georgia Department of Labor. The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is updating its current systems to distribute federal unemployment funds as part of the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) bringing economic relief to many Georgians. Several programs will be discussed:

Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation Program (FPUC)- Individual and Employer Filed Claims.

Pandemic Unemployment Assitance (PUA)

Question and Answer Session

To register for this event, use this link http://columbiacountychamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/zoom-department-of-labor-covid-19-update-17757.

Friday’s call will feature Wendy and Michael Perry, owners of Catalyst Executive Advising & Development. They will be speaking on the topic “Keep Calm and Lead Effectively Through Crisis, Keys to Keep Your Head Under Pressure.” To register for this event, use this link

http://columbiacountychamber.chambermaster.com/events/details/zoom-keep-calm-and-lead-effectively-3-ways-to-keep-your-head-under-pressure-17758.

These Virtual Engagement Sessions are complimentary to all members or $20 for non-members. If you are not a member or want more information, contact Sabrina Griffin, Events & Programs Director, at [email protected].