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Your Week Ahead

This week includes the BRIDGEx Small Business Program series. Kathy Grosskurth from Bookkeeping Clean and Simple, will be the presenter. The session will offer a live demo format aimed at making the staple financial software, QuickBooks, easier to master.

The Trustee Reception to thank members at the Trustee Level of sponsorship will take place August 27 at Max Beach Resort. This is an invitation only event to say thank you to our trustees.

We have three ribbon cutting events this week at Profeta's, Mobile Tech Onsite, and Ace Hardware respectively. Consider joining the Daytona Regional Chamber Ambassadors as we celebrate alongside these businesses.

As we wrap up August and look toward September, don't forget to check out the Things to Know section for upcoming events in September that you will want to get on your schedule. September is shaping up to be a busy month here at the Daytona Regional Chamber.

Our mission is to promote an environment where businesses can thrive. This environment is made stronger because of our members, and we thank you for joining us in making our region a wonderful place to work, live and play.

We hope that you have a great week ahead, and a wonderful Labor Day weekend. Please remember that the Daytona Regional Chamber offices will be closed, Monday, September 2, for the holiday.

Daytona Regional Chamber Happenings

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Things to Do

Trustee Reception: August 27

Chamber Chairman, Mike Sibley, and Chamber President & CEO, Nancy Keefer, invite Daytona Regional Chamber Trustees to an exclusive reception to say thank you for their generous support. Please RSVP to nbosley@daytonachamber.com with your attendance plans.

BRIDGEx QuickBooks Simplified: August 28

QuickBooks Banking Simplified is the topic for the August 28 BRIDGEx session for small businesses. Demystify QuickBooks software and simplify your business financials. Register today to hold your seat.

Ribbon Cutting

Join the Daytona Regional Chamber Ambassadors as we celebrate with the following businesses during their events:

Things to Know

Eggs & Issues: September 12

Hear directly from the candidates for Volusia County Council, District 2. Attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions for each candidate on issues impacting you, your business, or our community. Register today to secure your seat.

Business After Hours: September 17

Connect with other professionals and grow your circle of influence! Join us from 5:00pm to 7:00pm for a fun networking experience hosted by Daytona Lagoon. Registration is underway,

Business Links Golf Tournament: September 20

The 2024 Business Links Golf Tournament, presented by Brown & Brown Inc, will be played at the beautiful Plantation Bay Golf Club on Friday, September 20. For information on foursome registration, sponsorships, or door prize donations, please contact nbosley@daytonachamber.com

Tapping Into Issues: September 26

Join us for a lively discussion as we wrap-up our Tapping Into Issues series on the state of politics with Mark Wilson, President & CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce. We will “tap” into issues with a complimentary drink and light refreshments provided by S.R. Perrott, Inc.

Things to Share

Hob Nob: October 3

This event is an old-fashioned networking and political rally to get to know the candidates seeking public office and find out where they stand on the issues critical to you and our community. We will host a straw poll along with the opportunity to meet the candidates. For questions or sponsorship opportunities, please contact David Robinson, Director of Advocacy, at david@daytonachamber.com.

Reminder

Offices Closed: September 2

The Daytona Regional Chamber offices will be closed, Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day. Look for The Edge in your inbox Tuesday, September 3.

Strategic Planning

Member Input Needed

Membership input is needed to aid in our Strategic Planning process. Thank you in advance for answering the questions below. Your answers will help us plan for the future.

What do you believe is the greatest STRENGTH of the Daytona Regional Chamber?
What do you believe is the greatest WEAKNESS of the Daytona Regional Chamber?

Click Here to Submit Your Responses

Warmest Welcome to Our Newest Members

Congratulations on Your Membership Investment

New Member Tips

Did you know that networking is a critical business skill that requires practice? Membership in the Daytona Regional Chamber gives members the opportunity to hone their networking skills through monthly Business After Hours events and through Eggs & Issues events. This allows you to continue to build your circle of influence and make unique connections.

Prepare for your next networking event by creating a plan and carefully thinking about how you will interact with the people you meet. Click HERE to read an article on LinkedIn entitled, "Top 8 Business Networking Skills to Grow Your Professional Network."

Volusia Civic Ballet

Born United

Crothers Consulting

A.I.B. Roofing and Construction LLC

Picture This!

Scene Around Town

Business After Hours at Jones Homes USA

Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce Visit

Community Advisory Group

Hob Nob Committee

Resources to Bookmark

Grow Your Business Today

The free program, sponsored by the City of Daytona Beach's Redevelopment and Neighborhood Services Department, is tailored to help businesses foster robust growth and sustainable practices.

For more information or to apply, contact Phoebe Fuqua at (386) 671-8245 and don't miss out on the chance to transform your business and make your mark in the thriving Daytona Beach community. Let's innovate and grow together!

Affiliates in Action

Get to Know our Community Partners

Volusia County Association for Responsible Development

Mark your calendars and plan to attend the September 19 seminar entitled Bridging Local and Regional Planning: Integrating Development Review and Transportation Decision Making. Guest speakers include Jessica Gow, Cobb Cole, and Colleen Nicoulin, River to Sea Transportation Planning Organization. Contact Kelli Cosentino, VCARD Executive Director, at kelli@responsibledevelopment.com.

Volusia Young Professional Group

The 20th Year Celebration was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate 20 years of VYPG!

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Central Florida

Register for the 2024 iLatina Leadership Conference held September 13. Email questions to info@hispanicchambercfl.org or call (386) 575-4035.