E-Brief
Your Weekly News and Information from the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce
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Our Mission
The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce advocates a strong economic and business environment and serves as a platform through which our members and the entire business community can thrive.
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Daytona Regional Chamber Renames Enterprise Award to Honor Local Business Leader and Announces Recipient
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J. Hyatt Brown, Chairman
Brown & Brown, Inc.
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Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation
2019 J. Hyatt Brown Enterprise Award Winner
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Fitting in with the centennial celebration of the Daytona Regional Chamber throughout the past year, we felt it was time to associate a prominent name with our most prestigious business award, our annual Enterprise Award. Beginning at our Annual Dinner in January 2020 the award will be named the
J. Hyatt Brown Enterprise Award.
This Annual award recognizes a company who has made significant contributions to the quality, vitality and growth of our community. Typically, the nominee will have been "in the news" in the past year for significant contributions to the community.
“It was very important to me in 2019, the centennial year of the Chamber, to celebrate our past, improve upon our present and prepare for the future. Changing the name of the award was a small gesture and was meant to signify that the community’s strength lies in the commitment of our business and community leader’s engagement. J. Hyatt Brown exemplifies the criteria of this award and we are honored that he would allow us to associate his name with this annual recognition,” noted Randy Dye, 2019 Chairman of the Board of the Daytona Regional Chamber.
Nancy Keefer, President & CEO of the Chamber stated, “Many companies who are changing the landscape of our region and bringing jobs, products, services and brand recognition to Daytona Beach and Volusia County are on the list of previous award winners. Re-naming the award is a long overdue tribute to Mr. Brown and a small way to say thank you for choosing to invest in our community.”
This year’s J. Hyatt Brown Enterprise Award will be presented to
Team Volusia. Team Volusia is a public/private not-for-profit corporation, founded in late 2010 whose primary mission is to market and recruit business from outside the area to Volusia County. Their Strategy for Success, a strategic plan developed with input from over 200 community representatives was completed in 2017 and is designed to guide and direct the organization’s efforts and resources over a multi-year period.
“As we continue to grow and attract higher paying jobs to our area and diversify our business base, the role of Team Volusia is important to our success,” added Dye. For this reason, we have chosen Team Volusia to receive this award at our Annual Dinner in January.
Join us on January 30, 2020 as we celebrate the past 100 years of the Chamber at our Annual Dinner. Contact Ken Phelps at the Chamber, 386-523-3675 or email Ken@Daytonachamber.com for sponsor or attendee information.
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It's Not Too Late to Register - Don't Miss This!
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The
Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce
and
Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation
have once again teamed up to provide local business leaders an opportunity to get a sneak peek at the 2020 economy. This economic forecast breakfast features two parts, a panel of local industry leaders previewing the year ahead in Volusia County, followed by high-quality analysis of the national and international perspective.
Local industry panelists include:
Aerospace
:
Residential & Commercial Development
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Healthcare
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David Weis, COO,
AdventHealth Daytona Beach
They will be followed by
Marci McGregor
, Senior Portfolio Strategist, Global Wealth & Investment Management,
Bank of America
Merrill Lynch, who is making a return appearance to offer a national and international perspective. McGregor wowed attendees at last year's summit and is sure to offer an insightful view again this year.
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Build Your Circle of Influence and Help Those In Need
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Attendees who bring a donation of new items for Family Renew Community valued at $10 or greater will receive a complimentary admission to a Business After Hours in 2020. Listed below are some items that will support Family Renew Community's mission to help families transition from homelessness to permanent housing:
- Pots and pans
- Baking sheets
- Kitchen utensils
- Dish towels
- Dinner plates, bowls, and cups
- Flatware
- Shower curtains
- Bathroom towels
- Twin size sheets
- Toilet paper
- Paper Towels
- Food storage bags and containers
- Household cleaning products such as dishwashing liquid, all-purpose cleaner, brooms, disinfectant wipes, etc.
Family Renew Community team members will be on hand to accept the donations that evening.
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New Event Subscription Available - Save Time and Money!
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Take one thing off your to-do list by subscribing to the Daytona Regional Chamber's Eggs & Issues or Business After Hours events.
A 2020 Daytona Regional Chamber Events Subscription will save you time and money by automatically registering you for each event, including a complimentary event in the pricing structure, and offering you an express check-in. No need to stop and give your name, just grab your name tag and go. Plus, one lucky subscriber will be drawn at random to receive a FREE E-Brief advertisement!
Click on the flyer (at left) for detailed information on 2020 Eggs & Issues topics and dates, as well as the dates for Business After Hours.
Subscriptions must be purchased by December 31, 2019.
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EVOLVE
Your Business and Professional Magazine
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Here's the Newest Edition of
EVOLVE
featuring corporate social responsibility and its role in our community.
Stop by our offices to pick up the latest copy of EVOLVE, the business magazine of the Daytona Regional Chamber. Each issue is packed full of local business happenings you'll want to know all about.
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2020 Volusia Days at the Capitol
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Mark your calendars for January 15-16, 2020 for the Daytona Regional Chamber's Volusia Days at the Capitol.
Each year, Daytona Regional Chamber members travel to the state capitol to visit with our legislative delegation and share the needs and concerns of the business community. Topics to be discussed include economic development, tourism funding, employer issues, environment, and education, as well as projects of interest to Volusia County.
Invited
speakers include
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Governor Ron DeSantis
CFO Jimmy Patronis
Visit Florida President Dana Young
Dept. of Economic Opportunity Dir. Ken Lawson
Enterprise Florida CEO Jamal Sowell
Senator Travis Huston
Senator David Simmons
Senator Tom Wright
Representative Elizabeth Fetterhoff
Representative Tom Leek
Representative Paul Renner
Representative David Santiago
These and other activities will be coordinated with the Florida Chamber of Commerce.
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Is Podcasting Right for Your Business?
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I have a friend who claims 80% of his business comes from his podcast. He works in a consulting capacity and helps businesses land contracts. He hosts a weekly podcast that has grown his business and following astronomically. If you talk to him, he will tell you podcasting is the place to be.
And for him it is.
His reputation as a thought leader, industry insider, and all around “go-to guy” is key to his brand. But is podcasting right for you? Does it make sense for your business?
READ MORE
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Time's Running Out! Donate $100 for 100 years
Support the Time Capsule Legacy Project
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Throughout the year, we've been celebrating the legacy created over the first 100 years of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce. This celebration is a result of the efforts of the 38th class of Leadership Daytona, which was tasked with planning a year-long celebration.
One of the cornerstones of the celebration will be the burial of a time capsule, which will be opened in 2119 at the conclusion of the Daytona Regional Chamber's second century in operation.
Make a donation today to support this time capsule project and be part of history before time runs out!
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Chamber Centennial Testimonial Videos on Facebook
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Be sure to see your fellow members and community leaders share thoughts on celebrating the Chamber's 100th year and hear their best Chamber stories.
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Upcoming Events You'll Want to Attend
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Events support the mission of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce
by providing a platform to make new connections and gather strategic information.
If you have time, join us at one of our upcoming events. If you don't, we'll still be working on your behalf to foster and support a strong economic and business climate in the region.
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Tuesday, December 10
7:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
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Last chance to register at the advance rate!
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Tuesday, December 17
5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
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Bring a donation valued at $10 or greater and receive a complimentary admission to a
2020 Business After Hours event. Click on the event link for a list of suggested items.
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