The Week Ahead

The 106th Annual Meeting is happening this evening at the beautiful News-Journal Center! We hope you’re ready for a memorable night. Be sure to check your email for final event details.

February is officially here, and it’s shaping up to be a busy one! Download the February Events Calendar or use the links below to quickly register for upcoming programs and events. We hope you’ll find an opportunity or two to connect and stay engaged in the weeks ahead.

Calling all volunteers! We’re still seeking help at the Bike Week Welcome Center. Consider signing up for a shift and welcoming Bike Week visitors from across the country and around the world. If you’re interested, please contact Lori McMullin, Director of Business Development, at lori@daytonachamber.com.

The first edition of the printable 2026 Online Membership Directory is now available for download! Featuring more than 850 member businesses, it’s your go-to resource when you’re looking for goods and services. Members supporting members isn’t just a slogan—it’s what we do.

Wishing you a fantastic start to the month ahead!

Just a final few admissions remain! Contact Lisa Solomons, Program Manager, at lisa@daytonachamber.com to check availability.

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What We're Working On

A Behind the Scenes Look at the Work of the Chamber

The Children's Movement of Florida: All In for Early Learning Day

January 26 was the statewide "All In for Early Learning Day", an initiative led by The Children's Movement of Florida. In Volusia County, key stakeholders met at the Daytona Regional Chamber to mark the occasion and to collaborate. Early Learning Coalition of Flagler and Volusia CEO, DJ Lebo, shared statistics and data with the group.

Proclamations declaring January 26 as All In for Early Learning Day were received from Volusia County, Flagler County, City of Daytona Beach, and City of Holly Hill. Attendees included early learning practitioners and providers as well as community and business leaders all of whom were discussing the importance of supporting the first five years of a child's life and development.

Access to high-quality early learning is both a current and future workforce issue. Children who participate in early learning programs see increased success in school and life, which positions them for fulfilling roles in the community. Increased access and affordability for these programs also allows parents to participate in the workforce in greater numbers, with less stress and enhanced productivity.

Direct any questions to Ken Phelps, VP of Resource Development, at 386.523.3675 or ken@daytonachamber.com.

Daytona Regional Chamber Happenings

Connecting You with a Click or Two

Saskill Insurance Company, Inc. Ribbon Cutting - February 4

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Volusia Days at the Capitol - February 23-24

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Business After Hours - February 17

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BOOST Your Business - "The Business Owner's Guide to AI" - February 25

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Welcome New Members!

Thank You for Your Membership Investment

Daytona Grande Oceanfront Hotel

The Medicare Dude

Member POV: Kathy Grosskurth

Bookkeeping Clean and Simple

You Don't Know What You Don't Know: How to Find Resources You Need

By Kathy Grosskurth, Bookkeeping Clean and Simple

I have spoken to quite a few people in the last couple of weeks because it’s the start of tax season (though I don’t do taxes myself, but that’s a topic for another day).

And inevitably this topic continues to bubble up over and over again in our conversations: "You don’t know what you don’t know." This statement is true of so many people starting their own businesses.

Many of us start businesses with a great idea or a true passion for what we’re doing: some of us possess special skills (tax, accounting, coaching) while others enjoy certain hobbies (baking, art, music), while others may want the flexibility of striking out on their own.

Regardless of the reason, millions of people start their business with high hopes, only to realize that they don’t know the first thing about running a business: the various legal requirements to set it up, recordkeeping requirements, payroll regulations, paying taxes. Well, you get the idea.

The Week in Pictures

Congratulations Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors on your Ribbon Cutting!

Affiliates in Action

Get to Know our Community Partners

Volusia County Association for Responsible Development (VCARD)

Join VCARD for its next Social Hour on February 19th from

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Cinematique Theater in Daytona Beach!

Dave Castagnacci was a Board Member of Cinematique and a big supporter of the arts. Join us to honor him by supporting the arts.

Whether you knew Dave personally or not, all are welcome!