MA State Reimbursement Info
Express Program Fund
Massachusetts companies are eligible for reimbursement for Vivo Group programs through the state's Express Program which is funded through payroll taxes.
*NEW* Starting July 1, 2021:
- Companies under 100 employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement
- Companies over 100 employees are eligible for 50% reimbursement
Fine Print:
- Up to $30,000/year in reimbursements per company
- Up to $3,000/employee/course
- Must file all paperwork at least 3 weeks in advance of training
- More Guidelines & Requirements Here
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
Complimentary Information Sessions
Learn more about this amazing program! No obligations, just information!
Vivo Group Biotech Executive Briefing
- Vivo Group June 2021 Session: VIDEO RECORDING HERE
- Future Sessions: To receive information about future complimentary sessions with optional networking opportunities email info1@VivoGroup.com
MA state information sessions:
- Free, comprehensive overview from the state. Free. INFO HERE
Timeline for Applications
1 Month or more before training starts:
Apply for a COGS (Certificate of Good Standing from the MA Dept of Revenue) from the state APPLY HERE
The COGS takes a couple of days to receive, but it is good for 6 months.
TIP: If you can, ask folks from your financial department to apply for the COGS since they are more likely to have the required information, such as your company's MassTaxConnect account login.
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
NOTE: Obtaining the COGS has been the most difficult part of the process for our clients. It must be a MA DOR COGS – no others will work. Also small discrepancies such $50 must be resolved to receive it.
3 Weeks or more before training starts:
File your application: APPLY HERE
You will need information including:
- The Course ID (see below for Vivo Group courses)
- List of employees to be trained
- Current # of Employees Working in Massachusetts (Total Includes Full-Time and Part-Time)
- Training Start Date (at least 21 days from application
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
4 Days before training starts:
Make sure you have signed and returned the Agreement the state has sent you through DocuSign. You MUST sign this agreement in order to receive funding.
TIP: Your signed agreement is good for 24 months in case training is delayed, even into the next calendar year. Therefore, it is to your advantage to apply now!
Email express@commcorp.org if you have not received your application.
After training:
Submit your Reimbursement Request along with an invoice and proof you have paid Vivo Group. The state says you will be reimbursed within 30 days.
Email express@commcorp.org if you have any questions.
Vivo Group Eligible Programs Include:
- New Manager Bootcamp
- Transition to Leader/manager Bootcamp
- Influential Leadership for Sci/Tech Managers
- Delivering IDEAL Performance Feedback
- Influence Without Authority
- Leading Hybrid Remote Teams
- Jumping From Academia --> Business
- Leading Effective Meetings
- Strategic Time Management
- Leading Leaders