Get the inside scoop on the local market and local real estate directly from the Property Appraiser's office this week. Learn more in Advocacy & Economic Prosperity.
Enhance your reach by meeting with other Daytona Regional Chamber members at an Open Regional Business Connections Group meeting next week. Read all about it, and register online, in the Business Development & Community Awareness section.
A unique opportunity for professional development, Leadership Daytona Class XLII applications are now open. Learn more in Workforce & Innovation.
Do you know of a deserving business or individual that has gone above and beyond in the community? Nominations are now being accepted for the Annual Awards Luncheon. Learn more in Organizational Excellence & Growth.
You can also access The Edge, and all the great information shared here, in your member portal!
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Property Appraiser Presents at Volusia Real Estate Values Forum |
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Join Volusia County Association for Responsible Development (VCARD), the Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors and the Daytona Regional Chamber for their Annual Volusia Real Estate Values Forum presented by Duke Energy on Thursday, June 2 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This forum features our Property Appraiser, Larry Bartlett, who will present preliminary valuations for the county and its cities. Then enjoy a market overview by Ben Friedman, Duke Energy’s Market Analyst.
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June Eggs & Issues: County Council Candidate Forum, Part 1 |
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Join us for the first of two special Eggs & Issues programs sponsored by Halifax Health, featuring Candidate Forums for those running for Volusia County Council. Being held at Halifax River Yacht Club on Thursday, June 9 from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., this is the premier event for discussion of public and legislative affairs in the Daytona Beach region.
Come out to be prepared to cast your ballot in November for the Volusia County Council race for Districts 1, 5, and At-Large. Candidates for these seats will have an opportunity to share their priorities and inform attendees of their vision for Volusia County. July's Eggs & Issues will feature part 2 of the County Council Candidate Forum focusing on Districts 2, 3, and 4.
General admission will be available for $24. Future members admission is $40 regardless of the registration date.
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Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Happening Now |
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Consumers can purchase qualifying disaster preparedness supplies exempt from tax during the 2022 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. Passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the sales tax holiday begins Saturday, May 28 and extends through Friday, June 10.
The sales tax holiday does not apply to the rental or repair of any of the qualifying items. Additionally, the sales tax holiday does not apply to sales in a theme park, entertainment complex, public lodging establishment or airport.
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Chamber Board Votes to Support of Small Business Bill of Rights |
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Last week, the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted unanimously to support the Small Business Bill of Rights.
The Small Business Bill of Rights summarize the basic rights of business owners in America—and represent policies the U.S. Chamber supports and fights for every day.
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Volusia Real Estate Values Forum
Thursday, June 2 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Daytona Beach International Airport (700 Catalina Dr., Suite 300, Daytona Beach)
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Eggs & Issues: Volusia County Council Candidate Forum, Part 1
Thursday, June 9 - 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Halifax River Yacht Club (331 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach)
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Welcome New Daytona Regional Chamber Members |
An investment in Daytona Regional Chamber membership is an investment in a stronger community. Take a moment to welcome these new members and thank them for joining the cause. There are great things on the horizon thanks to the collective efforts of our business community. |
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Connections over Coffee: Open RBC Group Meets Next Week |
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As a business owner, making connections with other business owners in order to grow your network is crucial. Making the time to represent your business, your purpose and yourself - in addition to learning about other businesses around you - is a great way to increase visibility in the Daytona Beach region.
All members of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce are welcome to join fellow members and staff for the Open Regional Business Connections group. This RBC Group has no limitations on the amount of businesses per industry that can attend, and each meeting features a guest presenter.
Join us for this connecting opportunity next Wednesday, June 8 from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber offices. There is no fee to attend, but advanced registration is required.
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Mega Mixer Event is Back In Person Next Week |
The Volusia County Chamber Alliance's Mega Mixer presented by Adams, Cameron & Co. Realtors and Volusia County Economic Development is back. Scheduled for Thursday, June 9 from 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m., the event will take place at the Mori Hosseini Student Center at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Thank you to our Reception Sponsors, CareerSource Flagler Volusia and Daytona Beach Gary Yeomans Ford.
The Mega Mixer is an exhibition of local businesses showcasing and demonstrating their products and services to the public. It is also a great forum for networking because the event offers free admission, is open to the public to attend, and will draw from all over the region.
Attendees receive free admission with a business card, and advanced registration is recommended, but not required.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - The Beauty Lounge |
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Join your chamber Ambassadors as we celebrate chamber member The Beauty Lounge for their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, June 3 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Ribbon cutting events are free and open to the public.
Each Your CBD Store offers a safe, comfortable, and inviting environment where guests can learn about CBD, try samples, and feel empowered to make an informed decision on the best cannabinoid formulation option for them.
The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce offers a Ribbon Cutting Marketing Package. Ribbon Cuttings can be used to celebrate a new location or the opening of a new business. Contact us to get your ribbon cutting on the chamber calendar.
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Maximizing Your Membership: Leadership Through Committees |
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The lifeblood of all chambers is the active involvement of its members through their time, talent and treasure. The work of the Daytona Regional Chamber is done through boards, committees, task forces and focus groups, all supported by professional staff. Special roundtables may also be set up to address issues specific to an industry.
Ambassadors – Meet monthly and assist with ribbon-cuttings, new member engagement, and networking events.
Hotel Roundtable - Only open to hotel owners and regional sales managers, this group meets monthly to discuss issues specific to hotels and to meet with area leaders to inform them of the needs of the industry and learn about the decision process as it relates to tourism policy, events, and promotions.
Non-Profit Roundtable – Only open to non-profit members, this group meets monthly to network and learn about issues and opportunities specific to the non-profit industry.
Regional Business Connections Groups – Three separate groups meet weekly to exchange referrals, build relationships and engage in the community.
Diversity Equity & Inclusion Council – Meets monthly to assist with Daytona Business United program and determine opportunities to assist businesses with their DEI efforts.
Cornerstone Committee – Meets monthly to assist with positions and communications on local, state, and federal levels. Helps determine program content as it relates to advocacy events. Develops legislative priorities and prepares the scorecard for state legislative activities.
All committees, councils and roundtables require an application and an approval process based on qualifications and availability. To learn more about these opportunities to serve, contact the chamber today.
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UPCOMING EVENTS - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNITY AWARENESS |
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Open Regional Business Connections Group Meeting
Wednesday, June 8 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce (126 E. Orange Avenue, Daytona Beach)
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Volusia County Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer
Thursday, June 9 - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Mori Hosseini Student Center (610 Aerospace Blvd., Daytona Beach)
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Apply for Leadership Daytona, Class XLII |
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The Leadership Daytona program is designed for our community’s active leaders. The three-month course features classes about current issues facilitated by high-level community leaders combining interactive situations and information into their presentations, and an MBA-style case study from a local CEO for the class to solve.
Applications are now open, and will be accepted through Friday, July 1 at noon.
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Calling All Leadership Daytona Alumni |
Leadership Daytona Alumni are invited to an opportunity to connect with former classmates as well as get to know other alums when the Leadership Daytona Alumni Council hosts a Morning Mingle on Tuesday, June 14, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. We will meet at Daytona State College in Building 140, Room 311.
Featuring great fellowship, engaging conversation, and light refreshments, the Morning Mingle is open to Leadership Daytona Alumni at no charge, however an RSVP is required to ensure proper planning.
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Employer Connections Portal Workshop |
The Daytona Regional Chamber is proud to collaborate with Volusia Flagler SHRM, CareerSource Flagler Volusia, and Volusia County Schools to offer a workshop on the Employer Connections Portal on Thursday, June 23 from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. The hiring challenges being seen in our region and beyond have highlighted the need for a sound, long-term talent and workforce development strategy.
The Employer Connections Portal is an extension of the YouScience program that has been implemented in Volusia County Schools with support from the Daytona Regional Chamber and CareerSource FV. It will help students discover which local businesses match with their career pathways as they uncover their innate abilities in YouScience.
This workshop is designed for the human resources and/or hiring managers in your organization. There is no cost to attend, however an RSVP is required and seating is limited. Register today to begin identifying talent earlier and with more precision. The future of our workforce is being prepared today in our local schools.
You can show them the pathway to a successful career right here in their own community.
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UPCOMING EVENTS - WORKFORCE & INNOVATION |
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Leadership Daytona Alumni Council Morning Mingle
Tuesday, June 14 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Daytona State College (Building 140, Room 311)
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Employer Connections Portal Workshop
Thursday, June 23 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
CareerSource Flagler Volusia (329 Bill France Blvd., Daytona Beach)
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Thursday, August 25
News-Journal Center (221 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach)
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Nominate Businesses for the Annual Awards Luncheon |
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Held annually in early November, the Daytona Regional Chamber's Annual Awards Luncheon is a recognition of all that is right in our business community. The luncheon features several award recognition, including Nonprofit of the Year, Small Business of the Year, the Marvin Samuels Leadership Award and the Young Professional of the Year award.
This year's event will be taking place on Tuesday, November 1, 2022. Mark your calendars now.
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Small Business of the Year Award
The objective of this award is to recognize and honor businesses who have demonstrated exemplary “Best Practices.” Nominated businesses must complete the Small Business of the Year Award application to be considered. Businesses with 20 or less employees are considered Small Businesses. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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Nonprofit of the Year Award
This award is to recognize and honor a local 501(c)3 nonprofit (must be a Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce member) that has demonstrated exemplary “Best Practices.” The nonprofit must be in operation for a minimum of 3 years. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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VYPG Young Professional of the Year Award
The Young Professional of the Year Award recognizes the achievements of a young professional in the Volusia County area. This award is presented to an individual who demonstrates a high level of leadership, strong community involvement and commitment to local business and personal growth. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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Marvin Samuels Memorial Leadership Award
Presented each year, the Marvin Samuels Memorial Leadership Award recognizes an individual who has gone ‘above and beyond’ in serving this community. Nominees must be current members of the Leadership Daytona Alumni Council. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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