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GSOBT Updates
How Busy Will You Be?
Our projected occupancy reports can help you anticipate staffing needs. For this edition of Partner Post, the report includes information about anticipated snowbird occupancy. If you would like to receive the report biweekly via email please contact Michelle Miller.
Co-Op Deadline Extended to Dec. 31
There's never been a better time to leverage the benefits of our co-op program. Businesses who participated in 2020 saw excellent returns including more visits to their website and business as well as increased visibility on our website. To participate, please fill out the Featured Partner form and/or the monthly email co-op form and return them to Jack Gravolet. For all other co-op questions, contact Crystal Hinds.
Update Your COVID-19 Protocols
We have received several studies from leading travel and tourism experts that show guests are more inclined to visit your business if they are aware of your coronavirus protocols. Be sure to update your listing on MyGSOBT with any safety measures and other changes your business is implementing to ensure the health and wellbeing of guests.
Community News
Holiday Hours for Local Restaurants
Christmas and New Years are just around the corner. If you are a restaurant owner, please be sure to log in to MyGSOBT to inform us of your holiday hours. This information will be shared to our Holiday Dining page for visitors and other local businesses to use throughout the season. 
Federal Apprenticeship State Expansion Grant
Many of you may be able to qualify for the Federal Apprenticeship State Expansion Grant. Awarded to the state in 2019, this grant allows you to become a registered apprenticeship employer. If eligible your business could be reimbursed for 480 hours of wage reimbursement at 50%. To learn more, contact Ed Bushaw with the Gateway Initiative. 
Save the Date
  
What
Winter 2021 Virtual Marketing Squaretable/Sales & Facilities Meeting
When Jan 28 2020 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (CST)
Where Virtual

Be on the lookout for an email in the coming weeks with more information.

What We're Reading
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