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The Works: Issue Two Jan. 2008

 
 

Learn Better Business Practices at Jan. 29 Business Innovation Conversation
The “Values-Driven Business” panel, to be moderated by Mal Warwick, will feature executives from Method Inc., New Resource Bank, & Wild Planet Toys who will highlight how incorporating values into your business plan will help you to change the world, make money & have fun! more register now  

Tell Your Employees: “There’s Money Out There Looking for You.”
Hang a poster or send an e-mail to help employees access tax credits. New state law mandates that you notify workers about the EITC, & we’ll help you meet this requirement. We also have the tips, tricks & materials to help you connect your employees to the SF Working Families Credit. more RSVP for Jan. 31 briefing

Local Hospitals & Restaurants Help Employees Keep More of What They Earn
Three hospitals – CPMC, UCSF Medical Center & Kaiser Permanente – along with restaurants 1300 Fillmore and Yoshi’s SF, are championing SF Works’ launch of a web-based tool that helps low-income workers screen & apply for as much as $5,000/yr in savings from tax credits, discounts & other resources. more

Every US Worker Should Receive Two Years of Education or Job Training
SF Works & the SF Chamber of Commerce support a national Skills 2 Compete campaign to ensure that the US can compete globally by providing our entire workforce with quality, affordable post-secondary education. more

Learn How to Comply With San Francisco’s New Health Care Law
With a ruling from the 9th Circuit Court, the City is implementing the Health Care Security Ordinance, requiring businesses with 20+ employees to make health care expenditures for all employees working 10+ hours weekly. Attend a free briefing Jan. 30 to understand your business’s options. more

SF Works Welcomes New Team Members
Daniel Findley joins us after graduating from American University & completing a Peruvian field study project to become our new program associate. Eugenie Fitzgerald, former SF Works’ program director, returns as a consultant after completing her MBA at Oxford. more

SF Works Seeks New CEO/Executive Director
The CEO/Executive Director will lead a 7-person organization housed at the SF Chamber of Commerce. SF Works is a key resource for local employers & a nationally-recognized thought leader & “policy entrepreneur.” read the job description

 

 
   
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