NEW ORLEANS – The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration has awarded a $500,000 grant to Good Work Network to create a statewide virtual business training center that will provide resources for small and minority-owned businesses. The project, also supported by $135,000 in local funds, is expected to create 80 new jobs and retain 320 jobs.
“This investment comes at a crucial time to help Louisiana’s and our nation’s economy come roaring back,” said Dana Gartzke of the Department of Commerce. “The project will increase Louisiana’s economic resiliency by utilizing web-based distance learning tools to give small businesses access to specialty trainings, technical assistance, and individual counseling sessions with expert small business advisors.”
The CARES Act provided EDA with $1.5 billion for economic development assistance programs to help communities prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
Entrepreneurs interested in connecting with skilled coaches, relatable mentors, and an extended community of support can contact Good Work Network at (504) 309-2073, email info@goodworknetwork.org or visit https://goodworknetwork.org.
