Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!
Chamber News & Events
This week's Events:
Register Today!
AM Connection
Tuesday, June 25, 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 the Spotlight Speakers are Robin and Larry French with  Great Tasting Tours. Robin and Larry are local residents with an extensive history in recreating in the  real Florida.
Our Host is David Peraza with  Aflac  and breakfast is being provided by  All Things Catering, LLC.

Click below to learn more and to register.
Attention Veterans!

Congressman Mike Waltz is seeking a wounded or disabled veteran for a two-year paid fellowship program in his Palm Coast district office location in Flagler County.

The selected veteran for the special fellowship will work with military and veteran constituents to handle veteran-related casework and act as a facilitator between constituents and federal, state and local agencies.

The program is limited to veterans who meet all of the following requirements:
  • Have been honorably discharged
  • Have been released from active duty within the last five years
  • Terminal pay grades at or below E-5 or O-3
  • Twenty percent or greater service connected disabilities (waived for Purple Heart recipients)
 
Veterans in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authorization (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program. Interested veterans should go to  https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search “Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program” for more information and how to apply. A direct link to the posting can  be found here. 
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.
Brian MacNeel with the Crime Prevention Task Force gave us awesome information on staying safe at the AM Connection! He will return for another AM Connection on January 14.
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.

Also, please check all your business information is correct on your Chamber page, this is where the information for directory will come from!






Nominations closing soon!

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!!

Presented by:
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:

July 2
September 3
November 5

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.
Event Sharing
Our online registration tool has added a new feature allowing you to share an event. On the event registration confirmation page, you'll now see that an option to share, which allows event registrants to save to their calendar, share on Facebook and Twitter, and more! We hope you will take advantage of this tool and share the excitement of our programs.
Committee Meetings
WILLOW Committee Meeting
Monday, July 8, 2019
9:00 pm
Chamber Office, 132 Treemonte Dr., Orange City
Marketing and Business Education Meeting
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
9:30 am
Chamber Office, 132 Treemonte Dr., Orange City
Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 11, 2019
8:00 am
Rhonda's Kitchen, 2487 S.Volusia Ave., Orange City
Upcoming July Events
Network at Night - Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
US Health Advisors
Thursday, July 11, 2019
112 W. Indiana Ave., #204, DeLand

Join us as Mike Chimento with US Health Advisors celebrates the opening of his new office!
Member Orientation sponsored by Firehouse Subs
Tuesday, July 16, 2019
5:00 pm
Chamber Office, 132 Treemonte Dr., Orange City

We invite all members to learn more about our networking events and receive an overview of navigating the website
Look for the new free classes to begin again toward the end of July. Scheduled classes include:
Allen Thompson with EXIT Realty Advantage - Increase your leads and productivity for next to nothing; and Rick
Bowman with Bowman Property Inspections will follow with a special presentation.
News from the Community and Elected Officials
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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.
Always be sure to check the Chamber website and social media for additional activities and events.