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Sunnyvale Business Snapshot Information priovided by US Census Bureau 2020: 500 New Businesses opened in Sunnyvale 90% of these businesses reported 5 or less employees 40% of these new businesses are home-based (consulting, photography, real estate agents, business support services) Largest new employer: Whole Foods Market who reported 175 employees 2nd largest new employer is a…

Got edible food that’s going to waste? Help feed the hungry and meet new state law by donating it! As restaurants and other food generating businesses slowly get back to normal, we know both food waste and recoverable edible food will increase. There is a recycling solution for food waste at your business (see last…

Hiring Homeless Tax Credits: Employer Eligibility Guidelines Official Press Release Available HERE Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 150, as part of the overall budget package, that included the language to set up a Homeless Hiring Tax Credit (HHTC) with the Franchise Tax Board (FTB).  Here is what you need to know so that you can…

Plan for Sunnyvale’s Next Economic Powerhouse District Moves Forward In May, the Sunnyvale City Council approved a conceptual land use option for the Moffett Park Specific Plan’s Draft Environmental Impact Report, paving the way for what could become the city’s most vibrant economic center. The effort is geared to redefine the Moffett Park Specific Plan…

And the winner is…. Which logo won your heart?  Here is the big reveal! Thank you to all the community members that voted,  we officially have a winner! Winning logo below The logo you selected will be featured on Sunnyvale branded hats, mugs and stickers and available for purchase at local Sunnyvale retailers. 30% of…

Chamber Spotlight: Hobee’s in Sunnyvale Meet Camille Chijate, President of Hobee’s, Chamber Member Hobee’s customers have always enjoyed fast and friendly service in a casual atmosphere. An integral part of our Sunnyvale community, Hobee’s often donated sheets of their world-famous blueberry coffeecake to local 5Ks, school walk-a-thons, fundraisers, and more. While COVID-19 restrictions changed all…

OSHA Guidance for Employers Learn about the new Emergency Temporary Standard for Healthcare along with updated OSHA guidance for mitigating and preventing the spread of COVID-19 in all industries. OSHA Guidance for Employers and Workers who are “at-risk” or unvaccinated “This guidance is intended to help employers and workers not covered by the Occupational Safety…

Is your company creating an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ employees? “The lesbian, gay, bi, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) community has made great progress over the past few decades gaining protections against discrimination in the workplace. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 2020 that a person can’t be fired due to their sexual orientation or gender identity…

Chamber Spotlight: Homewood Suites Sunnyvale Silicon Valley Welcome Our Newest Chamber Member Tell us about your Business: We are an all-Suites hotel offering Studio Suites and One Bedroom Suites with fully equipped kitchens Outdoor heated Salt Water Pool, State of the Art Fitness Center, Patio with Fire Pit and Grills, Media Center Business Center, On…

Help Redraw Sunnyvale’s Council Districts Apply for the Redistricting Commision We need your help redrawing Sunnyvale’s six council district boundaries using new 2020 Census data. We are seeking qualified applicants to serve on the City’s Redistricting Commission. The Commission will:   Hold public hearings to gather community input Accept and review map proposals from the community…