It has been a busy couple of months in Washington and Tallahassee for our elected officials. Special Guest Congressman Michael Waltz will be providing an update to our business community at Eggs & Issues next Thursday. Learn more and register to attend in the Advocacy & Economic Prosperity section.
Meeting next month, the Open RBC Group is an exclusive opportunity to share your business with a small-group of fellow Daytona Regional Chamber members. Learn how to spotlight your business in the Business Development & Community Awareness section.
The Daytona Regional Chamber is looking for Chamber members celebrating 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, etc. years in business. Learn more in the Organizational Excellence & Fiscal Growth section.
You can also access The Edge, and all the great information shared here, in your member portal!
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Eggs & Issues: Washington Updates with Congressman Waltz
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Please join us as we meet with Congressman Mike Waltz for a special Washington update.
Taking place next week on Thursday, September 8 from 7:30 am - 9:00 a.m. at Daytona State College - Mori Hosseini Center (1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach), Eggs and Issues is the premier event venue for discussion of public and legislative affairs in the Daytona Beach region. Join us to gather strategic information for your business and be part of important conversations that work to better our community.
General admission is available for $24. Future members admission is $40 regardless of the registration date.
Please make sure you are logged into your member portal to receive your member rate when registering for this event. This Eggs and Issues program is made possible in part by Halifax Health.
If you need assistance or have questions about registering for this event please contact Ken Phelps, IOM VP of Resource Development, 386.523.3675 or [email protected].
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President Joe Biden signed the $740 billion Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on Tuesday, August 23rd after it passed the House and Senate on strict party lines. So what's in the "Inflation Reduction Act," and why didn't it receive bipartisan support? As most Americans are feeling the 40-year high inflation, why didn't any Republicans support a bill that would reduce inflation? Simply, it's because the bill will not reduce inflation.
Read more in the Advocacy Blog below.
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Hobnob Hosts Local Candidates in October
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Join the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Volusia Young Professionals Group for Hobnob 2022. This event is an old-fashioned political rally that has plenty of good food, complimentary beer and wine, music, prizes, and live radio broadcasts. There will also be a "straw vote" on several key elections/issues that affect Volusia County.
Hobnob 2022 will be taking place on Tuesday, October 4 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at ERAU - Henderson Welcome Center (600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Daytona Beach).
Candidates can secure a table for $150. Early Bird registration is $10 and ends on September 30. On October 1st all registration will be $20.
For questions or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Shawn Richmond, Director of Advocacy, at 386.255.7174 or email [email protected].
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UPCOMING EVENTS - ADVOCACY & ECONOMIC PROSPERITY
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Eggs & Issues
Thursday, September 8 - 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Daytona State College - Mori Hosseini Center (1200 W. Int'l. Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach)
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HobNob
Tuesday, October 4 - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Henderson Welcome Center (600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Daytona Beach)
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Welcome New Daytona Regional Chamber Members
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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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Cold Stone Creamery Ribbon Cutting Event
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Join your chamber Ambassadors as we celebrate Daytona Regional Chamber member Cold Stone Creamery for their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, September 2 from 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Ribbon cutting events are free and open to the public.
For more than 30 years Cold Stone Creamery® has been serving up the finest, freshest Ice Cream Creations™, Cakes, Shakes and Smoothies. They use only the highest quality ingredients and mix your custom Ice Cream Creation on their frozen granite stone. Did you know their Ice Cream is hand-crafted and made fresh in every store? It’s true! They are proud to serve you their super-premium Ice Cream, churned from the finest ingredients and mixed to order on their frozen granite stone with your choice of Candy, Cakes, Fruits or Nuts.
This Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place at 1315 Cornerstone Blvd., Suite A, Daytona Beach, FL 32114.
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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Regional Business Connections Event
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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.
The Open RBC Group will meet Wednesday, September 14 from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. at the Daytona Regional Chamber office, located at 126 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach.
Advanced registration is recommended, and there is no fee to attend. Save your spot now to grow your network.
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Test the Track at September Business After Hours
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The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Volusia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will be joining forces for another joint business after hours event at Speedway Indoor Karting (2455 W. International Speedway Blvd, Suite 300, Daytona Beach) on Tuesday, September 20 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Come network with us as we gather for some good food and drinks, while making important business connections with like-minded professionals.
Pre-registration is required! Admission is $10 for Daytona Regional Chamber members and Volusia Hispanic Chamber members, $35 for future members.
Enhance your personal and professional network in a relaxed environment by joining other busy professionals after hours. Held monthly at Daytona Regional Chamber Member business locations, these social gatherings are focused on connecting members with each other. Local businesses open their doors to these sponsored events which feature networking, food, drinks, and prizes. Bring plenty of business cards and come ready to have fun!
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Daytona Regional Chamber Offices Closed in Observance of Labor Day
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Monday, September 5 is a holiday for our Chamber office. Staff will return to the office on Tuesday, September 6 for normal business hours.
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UPCOMING EVENTS - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNITY AWARENESS
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Open RBC Group
Wednesday, September 14 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Daytona Regional Chamber (126 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach)
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Joint Business After Hours with Volusia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday, September 20 - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Speedway Indoor Karting (2455 W. Intl. Speedway Blvd., Suite 300, Daytona Beach)
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Business Links Golf Tournament is Next Month
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The Business Links Golf Tournament presented by Brown & Brown is an opportunity to work on your business, or work on your golf game, or both! Scheduled for Friday, September 23 at LPGA International, sponsorships are available to leverage the power of this signature event for the benefit of your business.
We’ll begin the day with check-in starting at 7:00 a.m., and play gets underway at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start. Participants will enjoy complimentary beverages while on the course. A luncheon featuring recognition of the top-performing teams as well as fabulous drawing and auction prizes will wrap up the day.
The Business Links Golf Tournament is made possible in part by Presenting Sponsor, Brown & Brown, Inc. and Grand Slam Sponsor, ICI Homes.
Secure your team or sponsorship today by reaching out to Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development.
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Annual Awards Luncheon Honors Milestone Anniversaries
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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 recognitions, 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 at the Hard Rock Hotel. Save the Date!
Is your business celebrating an anniversary milestone? Any Daytona Regional Chamber member that is celebrating a milestone anniversary, such as 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, etc. years in business will be congratulated during the Annual Luncheon.
Contact the Chamber to share details of your business accomplishment!
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Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce | daytonachamber.com
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