Knowledge and Insights
Offering resources and insights that help clients and communities
One of the ways Mercadien accelerates client and community success is by continually enhancing and sharing knowledge. By offering our expertise and thought leadership on key business and industry trends and issues, we’re a better resource to you. It benefits everyone to keep minds sharp and fingers on the pulse of what’s critical in today’s dynamic environment.
We’re pleased to provide articles, news, and information to help you stay up-to-date on topics affecting your organization; learn about best practices and processes in relevant fields; and simplify the business and financial complexities you may face.
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Cash Flow Considerations for the “New Normal”
April 29, 2020 | By: Frank PinaDue to COVID-19 and its effects on the economy, a major concern for all businesses is liquidity. Preserving cash flow should be a focus for business owners, whether they are…Read More
Paycheck Protection Program Reloaded
April 29, 2020On April 24, 2020, President Trump signed another Coronavirus relief package into law that included an expansion of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), making an additional $310 billion available to…Read More
A Discussion on COVID-19 & Its Impact on Organizations
April 23, 2020Mercadien Managing Directors Kyle Neeld, Lee Boss, Sherise (Sherry) Ritter and Frank Pina all sat down online and had an open discussion answering frequently asked questions as it relates to…Read More
PPP came through for me! Now what do I do?
April 23, 2020 | By: Frank PinaOwners of numerous small businesses applied for potentially forgivable loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) created as part of the CARES Act, designed to incentivize employers to maintain payroll…Read More
I’m Self-Employed, How Will the Paycheck Protection Program Help Me?
April 17, 2020 | By: Frank PinaThe Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is a potentially forgivable loan designed to support small businesses (in operation as of February 15, 2020) with immediate cash during the worst of the…Read More
Preventing Business Exploitation In A State Of Vulnerability
April 16, 2020 | By: Gina HollandAs the days go by, business owners and individuals are receiving volumes of information on how to survive the COVID-19 pandemic. Channels of communication include news media outlets, advertisements, telephone…Read More
Cares Act Provider Relief Fund for Healthcare Organizations
April 16, 2020 | By: Jenniffer FoxOn March 27, 2020, the President signed the bipartisan CARES Act that provides $100 billion in relief funds to hospitals and other healthcare providers on the front lines of the…Read More
Mercadien Webinar Replay: CARES Act – Tax & Financial Reporting Considerations
April 16, 2020Managing Directors Frank Pina, CPA, Lee D. Boss, CPA, MBA, & Rick Willinger, CPA, MST, presented a webinar CARES Act – Tax & Financial Reporting Considerations on Tuesday, April 14th.…Read More
Staying Connected While Social Distancing
April 9, 2020 | By: Frank PinaDuring the COVID-19 crisis, most organizations moved to social distancing and a remote working environment, connecting virtually through amazing technologies. However, the need to communicate with your network and provide…Read More