Your Weekly Business E-brief

Monday, September 24, 2018




"Love what you do. Get good at it. Competence is a rare commodity in this day and age. And let the chips fall where they may." 


- Jon Stewart
LAST CHANCE to 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.
Nonprofit Roundtable
Supporting the Community
Friday, September 28, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.
On the fourth Friday of each month our nonprofit Chamber Members can attend these specialized workshops that address the needs of nonprofit organizations.


Cost: Free to nonprofit Chamber members.
MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
The Chamber’s Annual Membership Drive is in full swing!
Who do you know that could benefit from Chamber membership?
A new business? A growing business? A trusted client? Your favorite restaurant?

Have them join NOW to receive extra perks and incentives. Then join us at the Hard Rock Hotel for our Rocktobership Celebration on October 16th!

Deadline to enroll is October 15th.  


To participate or for questions, contact Jami Gallegos , membership director, at 386.523.3680
Daytona Wins!
Daytona Wins is a non-partisan news and information resource that provides the facts about key issues of concern to Floridians. Our goal is to provide the tools you need to help you register to vote and provide facts on issues that affect your family and livelihood. We do not tell you who to vote for or how to vote on issues.


For domestic voters who request Vote-by-Mail ballots:
General Election deadline: October 2 – 9, 2018

The early voting period for the General Election runs October 27 – November 3, 2018.

Register. Stay informed.



Chamber Hobnob
Come meet the candidates!
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

101 North Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach
It’s an old-fashioned political rally with good food, beverages, music, prizes and more than 300 attendees. Our Hobnob gives voters an opportunity to meet with candidates on a one-to-one basis with a "straw vote" on several elections and issues that affect Volusia County. 
Sponsors include:
The Daytona Beach News-Journal, Cobb-Cole, Spectrum, Daytona International Speedway, AT&T, ICI Homes, S.R. Perrott, DME Sports Academy.
Marc Bernier of WNDB will do a remote live broadcast from the event.
The Chamber is turning 100!
Join us for an exciting celebration of the Chamber’s 100th Anniversary of supporting business and the community in Daytona Beach and the Volusia County region.

On January 1, 2019 , the Chamber will embark on its 100th Anniversary, and as part of this exciting celebration, we are launching a $100 for 100 years campaign that will support this year-long anniversary celebration and provide an opportunity for donors to participate in a historical Time Capsule legacy project .

Donate Today with $100 (or more) and help us reach our goal of $50,000.

Leadership Daytona Alumni
Calling all Leadership Daytona Alumni
We are looking for a few active community leaders to join the LDAC board! Our mission is to continue to cultivate and develop a broad-based network of leaders who will serve our community through active involvement resulting in positive contributions to the greater Volusia County area. If you are a current alumni member interested in serving, please submit your board nomination to Jim Cameron .
5th Annual Awards Luncheon
SAVE THE DATE! for the
5th Annual Awards Luncheon
Thursday, November 1, 2018
11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.


2637 S. Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach Shores

The Luncheon will include the presentation of the Small Business of the Year Awards , Marvin Samuel's Memorial Leadership Award , Young Professional of the Year , and the NEW Nonprofit of the Year Award . Chamber members celebrating milestone anniversaries will be recognized as well.
For questions, contact Ken Phelps , events director, at 386.523.3675
EVOLVE Magazine
Business and Professional Magazine
Growth on the Rise!
In case you haven't heard - growth is on the rise here in Volusia County. In this issue you can read about how a company has transformed a Diamond in the Rough , learn about who's creating Smart Projects in Holly Hill , see the new projects on area campuses, and more. There is a lot going on around here, so make sure to read, download and share!
NEW Chamber Job Bank
Jobs, Careers and Employment
Post your job or resume today!
Job Seekers:
Looking for a new job? A better job?
You have come to the right place where you can view available jobs and submit your resume.

Employers:
Is your company looking for good, local employees?  Members of the Chamber of Commerce may post jobs at NO CHARGE.
2018 Member Directory & Buyer's Guide
Annual Member Directory & Business Resource
Our annual, full-color, printed directory is a great resource where you can access member businesses, city contact information for Volusia County, insightful statistics, and features arts and culture, sports, recreation, what's new, and more.

Access the digital version and share.
Community Calendar
A free online Chamber calendar to share your events and see what's happening in the community. Submit your event!


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.


Welcome Home Wildcats!
Homecoming celebration starts the week of October 1-7, 2018

B-CU Homecoming 2018
Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce
126 E. Orange Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
386.255.0981 | info@daytonachamber.com