We have heard from readers in different parts of the world about how the coronavirus crisis is affecting their businesses and how they are adjusting.
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New PPP Funds Expected to Go Fast
The government has now declared that public companies that took PPP loans must give the money back by May 7 if they want to stay in good standing with the Treasury Department.
Vans President Outlines How Company is Helping Those in Need
Vans is helping in the fight against the coronavirus in several different ways.
A Happy Industry Story Courtesy of Nixon, Humans of New York, and Instagram
In the midst of so much doom and gloom, one industry brand had a very bright moment this week courtesy of Humans of New York on Instagram.
WRV Previews What Store Re-Openings May Look Like
Virginia is one of the few states where industry stores are still open, although with strict social distancing rules in place. We thought it might be helpful to hear from a retailer in the state about what their shop is experiencing, how they are managing the government guidelines and what is actually selling during the pandemic.
GoPro Cuts 20% of Staff, Shifts from Wholesale to DTC
GoPro overhauls its distribution strategy as a result of the coronavirus crisis.
Report: PPP Expected to Run Out of Funds Today
Meanwhile, Republicans and Democrats are still negotiating on adding another $250 billion to the program.
FUEL TV to Offer Brands Free Commercial Slots
FUEL TV is amplifying and expanding the #UnitedActionSports campaign to support the action sports industry
Retail Sales Plunge in March, Clothing Stores Take Biggest Hit
Retail sales saw their biggest drop on record in March, and April is expected to be worse.
Coronavirus Spurs Dire Outlook for Advertising and Media Companies, Plus Landlords Push back
Two Wall Street Journal articles today offer insights into what is happening with marketing spending and landlord pushback during the crisis.
How One Company Landed PPP Funds
How industry PR firm Master Plan Communications successfully navigated the process and actually got money from the Paycheck Protection Program.
Etnies Continues Shoe Donations for Homeless Despite Crisis
The Los Angeles Mission Easter Event is cancelled this year, but etnies is still donating shoes and is getting customers involved in the effort.