Chamber News & Events
This week's Events:
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AM Connection
Tuesday, September 17, 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,


Join us this morning as Don and Marianne Carlson with  Einstein Advisors explain Medicare Essentials.

Our Host is John MacFarlane with Central Florida Home Pros, LLC.
Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
9:30 am
Ubreakifix, 3140 Howland Blvd., Deltona, FL

Come join us for a Grand Opening and a Ribbon Cutting!
Member Orientation sponsored by Firehouse Subs
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
11:30 am
Chamber Office, 132 Treemonte Dr., Orange City

Join us from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm for our Member Orientation, sponsored by Firehouse Subs. We invite all members to learn more about our networking events and receive an overview of navigating the website. Come learn how to advertise to promote your business and see how much the Chamber has to offer to help your business grow.
Please register by Tuesday, September 17th at noon! (Please note space is limited)
If you have any questions contact the Chamber office (386) 490-4606.
Junto Men's Luncheon
Friday, September 20, 2019
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Rhonda's Kitchen, 2487 S. Volusia Ave., Orange City, FL

The guest speaker for this month is Bill Fairfull with  Simplicity Solutions .
All men are welcome, Chamber membership is not required to attend. Lunch will be available to purchase from Rhonda's Kitchen, if you so choose.
Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Saturday, September 21, 2019
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Dyno Climb, 528 S. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, FL
LAST CHANCE TO Be a part 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.

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.

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.

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!
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:
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.
Small Business Section
Survey for Damages

FloridaDisaster.Biz (which is part of the Florida Dept of Economic Opportunity) is surveying businesses in regards to any damages received to date for Hurricane Dorian. This information is self-reported by impacted businesses.
Impacted businesses are encouraged to fill out the business damage assessment survey at https://floridadisaster.biz/BusinessDamageAssessments .
The survey gathers information on how Hurricane Dorian has impacted local business operations and allows state and local agencies to develop the best possible strategy to provide relief to business owners. Response to this damage assessment survey is not an application for assistance and information provided will be shared with various state and local agencies to execute appropriate relief programs.
If you have any questions, call Beverly Byerts, Private Sector Disaster Coordinator, Florida Dept of Economic Opportunity at (850) 245-7112 
WILLOW-on-the-Town sponsored by Trustco Bank
Thursday, September 19, 2019
5:00 pm
The Twisted Chopstick, 442 E. New York Ave, DeLand, FL

Join us at The Twisted Chopstick (inside The DeLand Hotel), for a night of networking and delicious food!
The Twisted Chopstick will have food and drink specials.
Francine Lucas with Small Business Development Program explained to a full house "A Spectrum of Possibility."
Upcoming Events
Deltona State of City Address
Presented by:
The Chamber will be hosting the City of Deltona's State of the City address on October 28, 7:30-9am. Deltona Mayor Heidi Herzberg will be sharing exciting news about the city as well as a recap of the previous year.

Thank you to our Sponsors:
Want to partner with the Chamber on this event? Click on the image above for sponsorship opportunties!
The West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce annually honors 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.
 
 Winners will be announced at our Business Awards Celebration, an "Academy Awards" style event for the West Volusia Business community.  

Our 2019 Nominees are:

ACE Hardware of DeBary
Air Care of Central Florida
All Things Catering, LLC
Allen Thompson, Realtor, EXIT Realty
Alternate Design Plumbing
Capital Choice Financial Services
CareerSource Flagler Volusia
Central Florida Home Pros
Central Florida Pregnancy Center
FRM Professional Services
iBuild Academy
Jacob Heating & Air Conditioning
Landis, Graham & French
Performance Tire & Wheel
Still Some Good

Join us for a night of celebration, food, and fun at Venue 142, 142 Woodland Blvd., DeLand.
Volunteer opportunity
Want to be a part of one of the biggest events in Deltona? The Chamber is working with KMarks on the Bacon n Brew fest and volunteers are needed! Click on this link to sign up!

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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Enroll now or call 1-800-475-6708. Be sure to provide passcode JNTB5Y00.
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.