Your Weekly Business E-brief

Monday, August 6, 2018




"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not."


- Dr. Seuss, The Lorax
Award Applications Available Now
Now Accepting Award Nominations
We are now accepting applications for the 2018 Small Business of the Year Award (Due 8/24/18).There are two categories for the small business awards - companies with 1-10 employees and companies with 11-50 employees .
And new for 2018, the Chamber will also select its first-ever   Nonprofit of the Year (Due 8/24/18).The applications are judged by chamber professionals or business consultants outside of the region with finalists selected in each category. Other award nominations include the Young Professional of the Year (Due 9/15/18) and the Marvin Samuel's Memorial Leadership Award (Due 8/17/18).
 
The finalists will be announced in late September. The award winners will be announced in early October, and formally recognized at the Chamber's 5th Annual Awards Luncheon on Thursday, November 1, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at The Shores Resort & Spa.

Each award's criteria can be found on the application.
Eggs & Issues
Join us for this important conversation!
Join us for a forum featuring the candidates for Volusia County Council's At-Large seat . Daytona Beach Community Relations Manager Ron Durham and former Volusia County Sheriff Ben Johnson will share their views on the issues in advance of the upcoming November 6 election.

At LPGA International . Cost: $15 Chamber members (with 24-hour advance RSVP), $20 day of event, $30 for non-members.
We Noticed Award
Noticing Improvements to Your Business
Did you know the Chamber presents a "We Noticed Award" to member businesses who have made noticeable improvements to their property or business? 


The Chamber encourages all members to self-nominate for this recognition or to nominate their neighbors!
Awards are publicized with a press release to all media outlets, placed within Chamber communications and promoted through our social media.

Apply today! Or nominate a business.
For more information, contact Jami Gallegos or call 386.523.3680.
Chamber Advantage Series
The Value of Customer Service
Tuesday, August 14, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Join us for a panel discussion with Tim Curtis , Owner, Houligan's , Carmen Ruiz , Vice President, FASTSIGNS of Daytona Beach , and Marsha Cooksey , Realtor, Realty Pros Assured who will discuss strategies to identify the varying needs and expectations of an intergenerational customer base.

At Daytona State College . Cost: $10 for chamber members with 24-hour advanced RSVP, $15 day of the event, and $20 for non-members.
Beat the heat and earn some cool cash this summer
With the Summer Referral Program
Refer > Reward > Repeat
Earn $25 for every new member you refer to Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce!*


Existing Members: Earn $25 in Chamber credit for every new member you refer, upon their activation.

New Members: Get your $25 application waived.
Contact Membership Director Jami Gallegos or call 386.523.3680. 

*Promotion valid through September 28th to first-time members only. All Chamber credits must be used by December 31, 2018.
Tallahassee Speaker Series
Speakers from the Capitol
Thursday, August 16, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Social Hour to follow
Join us for the Tallahassee Speaker Series to Review 13 Proposed Amendments to the State Constitution and what they mean to the voting public. The Chamber has arranged for several speakers to explain the pros and cons of each amendment.

At The Palmetto Club . Cost: $15 Chamber members (with 24-hour advance RSVP), $20 day of event, $25 for non-members.
New Chamber Text Program
Sign up today for Mobile Chamber Updates
Interested in Connections and Advocacy ? Want to Learn more or get the latest community News ?

Text one or more of the above key word categories individually to 72727 and you will begin to see a variety of mobile alerts designed to bring you a host of information specific to your needs and preferences.
Text information can include networking opportunities , important legislative news , educational opportunities to advance your business skills, and current business and community news.

It's a free*, easy, and great new way to help you stay up-to-date on business, and start conversations.

Sign up today for Connections ,  Advocacy , Learn , or News ! 

*Depending on your mobile plan, text charges may apply.
Business After Hours
Make Your Connections Today!
Tuesday, August 21, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Chamber 101 - 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Join us at LPGA International and enhance your personal and professional network in a relaxed environment with other busy professionals after hours. New members join us from 4-5 p.m. for Chamber 101 .

Cost: $10 Chamber members (with 24-hour advance RSVP), $15 day of event, $35 for non-members.
EVOLVE Magazine
Business and Professional Magazine
DIVERSITY IN BUSINESS
Check out the Diversity issue of EVOLVE and read about Why Diversity Matters , Diversity at ISC & NASCAR , Diversity in popular culture and how it impacts your business, and think about How Rich is Your Diversity? ...and more! Take a moment to read it today.
Community Calendar
A free community calendar to share your events and see what's happening in the community.


Grand Openings and Ribbon Cuttings
For more information, and to schedule a ribbon cutting event,
please contact Jami Gallegos , at 386.523.3680


Submit Your Press Release
Share your news with the community!
We want to help you share your news! Did you know you can upload your press release to our website? Go to Members in the News and upload your news for consideration.

MEMBER MARKETPLACE
GET NOTICED FOR ONLY $100!

Advertising in the Weekly E-brief offers great value
with a reach to over 2,000 local business professionals each week.


Contact Kim Hover for information and to place your ad.


Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce
126 E. Orange Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
386.255.0981 | info@daytonachamber.com