Resources for Business Owners
Bonsai Group has collected a series of articles, tools, and resources to support business owners as they tackle the myriad challenges created by COVID-19. If you would like our hands-on support during this crisis, please feel free to apply for a pro bono consultation.
Emergency & Relief Funding
CARES Act Stimulus Overview
Overview of funding options for business owners seeking economic relief and emergency support.
Paycheck Protection Program Calculator
Tool to directionally size the level of emergency funding available to SMBs as well as the loan forgiveness amount.
Most Active SBA Lenders
List of high volume Small Business Administration (7a) lenders who may be able to provide capital for qualified small businesses.
Near-term Crisis Planning Tools
Umbrex: Small Business Pandemic Checklist
Step-by-step guide intended to help business owners triage against financial and operational hardships.
NIP Group: 90 Day Playbook for CEOs
Tactical actions for CEOs to manage cash, costs, communications, and business continuity.
Alix Partners: Business Continuity Checklist
Checklist to address tactical, near-term concerns to manage the social, operational, and financial fallout.
Leadership & Strategy Guidance
Bain: A CEO Plan for Coronavirus
Guide for CEOs to pursue immediate and bold actions to protect against COVID-19 downside risks.
HUB: HR Guidance for Workplace Issues
FAQ to help HR leaders and business owners respond to employee relations issues resulting from COVID-19.
McKinsey: Implications for Business
Collection of articles covering leadership, strategy, and business perspectives on managing the crisis.