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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Memorial Day Recognized
Honoring the Ultimate Sacrifice
The Daytona Regional Chamber recognizes all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in preserving the freedoms of the United States of America.

In their honor, the Daytona Regional Chamber offices were closed on Monday, May 25 and your weekly E-Brief is being delivered today.
Welcome New Members
New Members Supporting a Strong Economic and Business Environment
Congratulations and thank you to the following businesses for investing in the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Despite the current challenges, these businesses have joined the multitude of organizations supporting the Daytona Regional Chamber mission of advocating for a strong economic and business environment.

Please bear in mind that one or more of these new members may have adjusted their methods and/or hours of operation in order to abide the guidelines issued by Governor DeSantis and the CDC, as well as to protect the safety of their employees and clientele with regard to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Back in Business Safely
Be Part of the Back in Business Safely Campaign
We are committed to providing you with information and resources to help get your business reopened as safely as possible. Back in Business Safely is a joint program of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Daytona Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau .
 
A new page on our website offers numerous tools:
  • A set of Back in Business Safely social media images and flyers that may be posted around your facility and in your doors and windows, free for your use
  • Reopening guidance from organizations such as the American Industrial Hygiene Association, National Restaurant Association, American Hotel & Lodging Association, and the U.S. Chamber.
  • For Daytona Regional Chamber members ONLY, if your organization sells Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), there is a submission form allowing you to provide brief details on the types of equipment you have available and a direct link to your business.

Continue to reach out to us as a resource for your business questions, (386) 255-0981 or info@daytonachamber.com .
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The Week in Review
Making Digital Connections for Daytona Regional Chamber Members
Daytona Regional Chamber members participated in the first ever Let's Connect: Virtual Networking via Zoom on Tuesday, May 19, an event sponsored by the Mission Members of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Using the breakout rooms feature on the Zoom platform, members spent multiple 10-minute sessions building new relationships and strengthening existing ones.

"The Let's Connect Networking Event was valuable for my business and also personally. The creative idea to have breakout rooms during a zoom meeting was brilliant," said Adrienne Barker of PromoProducts.Guru . "Thank you to the Daytona Regional Chamber for taking the risk to offer a very different networking opportunity." 

"Now is a perfect time to continue building relationships, and with current guidelines in place, the Daytona Regional Chamber has done a great job fostering new ways for people and businesses to engage," added Jonny Magill from Jonny Nomad Media . "This format with breakout sessions forces you to engage folks you may not have otherwise, and allows you to tell your story. As a smaller business with a lot on my plate, taking an hour away from my business is not something I take lightly, but I can honestly say that it is time very well spent!"

Interested in sponsoring a Let's Connect: Virtual Networking via Zoom? Daytona Chamber members contact Morgan Baer, Events Director, at 386-523-3672 or morgan@daytonachamber.com , to learn more about this new and unique marketing opportunity.
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News You Can Use
Volusia County COVID-19 Metrics Added to Webpages
Volusia County statistics provided by the Florida Chamber's Florida Scorecard are now featured on the Daytona Regional Chamber's Back in Business Safely and COVID-19 Resource webpages. The information is updated daily and features the metrics that will be monitored for progression through the Safe. Smart. Step-by-Step. Plan for Florida's Recovery .
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Volusia County Approved to Resume Vacation Rentals
As part of the Safe. Smart. Step-by Step Plan for Florida's Recovery, counties across the state are able to seek approval to resume vacation rental operations by submitting a safety plan to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Volusia County officials submitted a request which was approved. To see what other Florida counties have successfully submitted vacation rental safety plans, click here .
2020 Volusia Real Estate Values Forum Goes Virtual
Each year, Florida property appraisers release latest estimates of property values for the county. Be one of the first to hear from Volusia County Property Appraiser Larry Bartlett as he details taxable real estate values.

This year the program is free compliments of our sponsors LTG, Inc; Gulfstream Design Group, LLC; and Dredging & Marine Consultants.
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Free Webinar: The Psychology of Investing
Tuesday, June 2 - 11 a.m.
featuring Marc Peterson, Director of Investment Strategy and Education
BlackRock, a global investment management firm
When markets are in turmoil, investing can be more challenging than ever. We may become our own worst enemy and often make emotional, sometimes irrational investment choices that do not serve us well. Join us for a WebEx meeting to understand how to avoid these investment pitfalls.
Meeting number (access code): 476 728 618, meeting password: ekGptV4Mu57.
How to Cope in a Lone Wolf Business
Making ends meet is top of mind for a lot of business owners and employees these days. Even if your business is open, reduced revenue may make it necessary to furlough employees. Rather than close altogether, many small business owners have... READ MORE .
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EVOLVE
Your Business and Professional Magazine
Here's the newest edition of EVOLVE featuring workforce development and how our schools and businesses are preparing for the needs of the future.

Click below to read the latest copy of EVOLVE online, subscribe to the digital version, or have a copy delivered directly to your mailbox. Each issue is packed full of local business happenings you'll want to know all about.
Upcoming Programs
The COVID-19 outbreak is changing the way business is done, for the time being anyway. The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce is no exception. Despite not being able to gather in person, we continue to work very hard to provide you with informational, educational, and networking programs.
 
Here are some opportunities for you to learn and connect, at no cost, right from your home or office in the coming days. Stay tuned...more programs are being developed each day.
Be one of the first to hear from Volusia Co. Property Appraiser Larry Bartlett on taxable real estate values.
Friday, June 5: 12:00 p.m.
**Limit of 100 participants
Get tips on protecting your business and your equipment from cyber attacks while working remotely
Tuesday, June 9: 2:00 p.m.
**Limit of 100 participants
Strengthen your existing connections and grow your circle of influence as well. This one hour virtual program could add 15-20 contacts to your network.
Tuesday, June 16: 4:00 p.m.
**Limit of 100 participants