Your Weekly Business E-brief

Tuesday, September 4, 2018




"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together."


- African Proverb
Net Works, Inc.
Tyler LeCompte, Director of Sales


How long have you been a Chamber member and why did you join?
Net Works Inc. has been an active Chamber member for several years, and I have been active member since moving to the area in 2001.
Business Description: Net Works Inc. is a full-service IT Outsourcing company operating in the Daytona Beach area since opening in 2000. We Sell, Service & Support computers, networking equipment and cloud-based solutions for consumers and businesses throughout Florida and the US. Our main goal and purpose as your IT partner, is to make a positive difference through technology for our community and clients.

Favorite Thing About Being a Chamber Member: The hundreds of connections, associates and friends that I’ve made over the years by participating in Chamber groups, The Volusia Young Professionals Group, graduating from Leadership Daytona (Class 26 = BCE), serving on various Chamber boards and contributing to the growth & development of the local business community!
One month left 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.
Eggs & Issues
Join us for this important conversation!
Thursday, September 13, 7:30 - 9 a.m.
Hear the General Election Candidates

Join us to hear from the two general election candidates from the August 28 primary election. Democratic candidates: Nancy Soderberg, Steve Sevigny, John Upchurch. Republican candidates: Fred Costello, Michael Waltz, John Ward.

Cost: $15 for Chamber members (with 24-hr. advanced RSVP), $20 day of event, $30 non-members.
Location: LPGA International, 1000 Champions Drive, Daytona Beach.
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!
Business After Hours
Make Your Connections Today!
Tuesday, September 18, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Enhance your personal and professional network in a relaxed environment by joining other busy professionals after hours. Join us this month at Cobb Cole Attorneys at Law . Bring plenty of business cards and come ready to have fun!

Cost: $10 for Chamber members with 24-hour advanced registration, $15 day of event, $35 non-members.
NEW Chamber Job Bank
Jobs, Careers and Employment
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 Business Links Golf Tournament
Presented by Brown & Brown

The 2018 Business Links Golf Tournament is SOLD OUT!

However, the following sponsorship opportunities remain available to market your business:
  • Cart Sponsorship - $500
  • Hole Sponsorship - $100


September 21, 2018
For more information, contact Ken Phelps , events director, at 386.523.3675
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.
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. 
Marc Bernier of WNDB will do a remote live broadcast from the event.
Sponsors include: The Daytona Beach News-Journal , Cobb-Cole , Charter-Spectrum , International Speedway Corp , AT&T , ICI Homes , S.R. Perrott and others. 
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.
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 , as well as the brand new Nonprofit of the Year Award . Chamber members celebrating milestone anniversaries will be recognized as well.

Sponsorships are now available.
For sponsorship and more information, contact Ken Phelps ,
events director, at 386.523.3675
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.

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Contact Kim Hover for information and to place your ad.


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