Chamber News & Events
Get ready for the next edition of our Member Directory!

The West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce  member directory is the go-to resource for our community, serving as a directory, relocation guide, and business resource.
 
As a member benefit, every member will be listed in our directory free of charge .
Want to stand out from the crowd? Ads are available for purchase, giving you a higher profile in the directory. Our advertising options are tailored to promote your organization and provide a high level of ROI for your marketing dollars.
 
The Chamber will distribute 4,000-5,000 copies to Volusia County businesses, visitors, government centers, and residents, so advertising in  the Directory  is a high-impact, cost-effective way to reach all sectors of the Volusia County community.
 
Special : If you need an add designed that is a quarter page or smaller, a designer will work with you for $35. Larger ads will be priced separately.

Reserve your ad today! Click here for ad rates.
This week's Events:
Register Today!
AM Connection
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Networking begins at 7:30 am and the meeting is from 8:00 - 9:00 am
Gateway Center for the Arts
880 N.C.R. Beall Blvd., DeBary,

Be a part of the largest morning business networking event in West Volusia. This week Chrissy Clary with The West Volusia Beacon is our Spotlight Speaker.
Our host is David Peraza with Aflac and breakfast is being provided by WaWa Deltona.

Click below to learn more and to register.



The next series of classes:
BB&T Presents: Financial Literacy: Becoming a Home Owner
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
9:30 am
CareerSource Flagler/Volusia, 846 Saxon Blvd., Orange City

The West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce, CareerSource Flagler/Volusia and BB&T Bank, are pleased to announce our next educational series exclusively for West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce members.
This course will highlight the most critical elements needed to become a homeowner. 
MEMBERS: If you have not presented at the AM Connection as a Spotlight Speaker, please contact the Chamber office at (386) 490-4606 or admin@westvolusiaregionalchamber.org to get available dates.
Halifax Health Hospice is looking for Student Volunteers for their Hospice Resale Stores. Click here for Application.
Kathrine Conroy with Landis, Graham & French, P.A., gave all great information regarding Small Claims cases!
T he Chamber was proud to partner with Heroes Mile, a new veteran recovery and transition center in our community. Thank you to Congressman Mike Waltz, State Senator Tom Wright, Representative Elizabeth Fetterhoff, Volusia County Council Woman Heather Post, Debary Councilwoman  Phyllis B utlien , and others for joining us. It was an emotional and meaningful event. And thank you to  Volusia County Sheriff's Office  Color Guard for presenting the Colors!
T he West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce held an information session with US DOT Deputy Assistant Secretary Anne Reinke on May 28. US DOT asked the Chamber to organize a meeting with local government officials in West Volusia.
 
Held at BYTE Bistro, the Chamber invited elected officials and staff from DeBary, Deltona, and Orange City to provide a unified voice as infrastructure strategy and transportation solutions are planned and implemented. Those present were able to highlight their urgent infrastructure needs directly to Ms. Reinke and provide her with the specific goals and challenges Southwest Volusia faces in regards to our growing residential and business base. After the meeting, Ms. Reinke accompanied Deltona City officials and Vice Mayor Victor Ramos on a tour of the new trailhead in Deltona.
 
The Chamber is proud to take a facilitator role in helping our leaders make informed, educated infrastructure decisions as they consider smart-growth development.We are honored that governments, both local and federal, continue to turn to us to help resolve challenges in our region. #FloridaStrongVolusiaProud

Make your voice heard! Join us at our Legislative Breakfast on June 13. (See below)

West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting Senator Rubio's West Volusia Mobile Office

Meet Senator Rubio’s local staff and learn about the services his office can offer his constituents in areas such as: Immigration, Medicare, IRS/Banking, Military/VA, Social Security and Legislative issues.The Mobile Office hours will be held (dates below) from 9:30-11:30 am at the Chamber Office, 132 Treemonte Drive, Orange City:

June 4

To date, this program has assisted many of our community members with urgent issues. We are grateful for the opportunity to assist our fellow West Volusia citizens receive resolution to their challenges.

After June 4, the program will continue every other month.

For more Information, call the Central Florida Regional Office at (407) 254-2573 or Toll Free in Florida at (866) 630-7106.
No registration is necessary for attendees.
Note: Online registration for exhibitor space is CLOSED.






In partnership with Advent Health, the Chamber is pleased to announce the West Volusia Business Awards. Held annually, t he West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce will honor businesses for their significant role in driving the region’s business community and economic growth. To be considered for a Business of the Year award, the organization must be setting the standards for excellence and innovation with their business practices and community involvement.

Each nominee will receive a nominee logo they can use on their marketing materials and winners will receive a logo recognizing them as the West Volusia Nonprofit Business, Small Business, Medium Business, Large Business or Overall Business of the Year. Winners will be unveiled at the Business Awards program and reception to be held in October.

Nomination forms are available at this link and more information, including additional partnership opportunities, will be out soon on our website. You won't want to miss the "Academy Awards" for the West Volusia Business Community!!

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L ast month, your Chamber launched its workforce development program with Volusia County Schools. Part of this program includes partnering with Deltona High School students who formed the West Volusia Regional Chamber PodSquad, who film, edit, and produce our podcasts. You can view our PodCast here. Watch our website for new podcasts each month.

Speaking of schools.... PARTS NEEDED : Volusia County Schools started a Cybersecurity program and are looking for left over IT pieces. These pieces do not need to be working, they just need the parts to show students the internal workings, etc. of these parts/pieces.   Y ou can view a list of needed items here. Let us know if you have anything to donate.
Committee Meetings
Junto Men's Club Committee Meeting
Friday, June 7, 2019
7:45 am
DeBary Diner, 20 N.C.R. Beall Blvd., DeBary, FL
Upcoming June Events
Legislative Breakfast
Thursday, June 13, 2019
7:30 am to 9:30 am
DeBary Golf & Country Club, 300 Plantation Dr., DeBary
News from the Community and Elected Officials
DeBar y
Volusia County

Volusia County has a number of resources available for businesses. Be sure to visit their website at this link for more information.

Please review the following (weekly briefing) from the Volusia County Division of Economic Development.
For businesses and homeowners, Volusia's BeFloridaNow campaign will keep you updated on how you can protect our waterways. Check out BeFloridaNow
Elected Officials
As a community leader, the Chamber will provide updates as we receive them from our elected officials. You will find these updates on our Advocacy page at this link

Member News
Be sure to see all the exciting news from our members on our membership news page!
Special Deals for Chamber members
From time to time, Chamber members can offer special deals to other members or the general public. To see Member to Member deals, or add one of your own,
please log in and click on Member to Member Deals.

To see any deals offered by Chamber members to the public, click here

To add your deal, please log in and click on the type of deal you want to add and follow the instructions
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The National Chamber Program is now easier to see what deals are available! 
Plus, get details on everything happening this month, like webinars and resources! Contact us for information on how to take advantage of this benefit!
To learn more about Office Depot and The National Chamber Program:
The West Volusia Regional Chamber has partnered with Legal Shield. Explore the LegalShield website to explore the different way they can help you. With LegalShield on your side, you have the power to access legal and identity theft advice and services when you need them, all for one low monthly fee. Find the Chamber link below.
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The West Volusia Regional Chamber has partnered with WSBB AM 1230 AM1490 and 106.9 FM to provide business updates about our community. Listen in to learn how the Chamber is advancing conversations on improving the climate for business growth and sustainability. Tune in the first Monday of each month at 7:15am  here.
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