Enjoy a show full of fast-paced speeches limited to five minutes each on a wide range of chosen topics. This event sells out fast - get your tickets today in Workforce & Innovation.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion is a term most often used to describe a training format in the workplace. DEI training is utilized to encourage functional knowledge of fellow employees' identities and how to navigate diversity in an organization. That said, the concept of DEI has a much broader scope of application. Learn more about these initiatives and this Council in the Business Development & Community Awareness section.
Are you a community-connector that thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? The Daytona Regional Chamber has an opening on our team - and it could be the perfect for you! Learn more in the Organizational Excellence & Fiscal Growth section.
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 in early September. Learn more and register to attend in the Advocacy & Economic Prosperity section.
You can also access The Edge, and all the great information shared here, in your member portal!
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Elevate Daytona Beach is This Thursday - Get Your Tickets Now!
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The presenters slated for Elevate Daytona Beach presented by AdventHealth have completed their final rehearsal, and now they are excited to share their stories with you this Thursday, August 25 at the News-Journal Center.
This year’s star-studded local speaker lineup includes:
- Rachail Allen
- Lynea Benjamin
- JB Birney
- Dr. Jaime R. Bracero
- Michael Elliott
- Danielle Garrett
- Matt Graifer
- Nina Guiglotto
- Lorene King
- Dr. Barry Tishler
- Adrienne Toles-Williams
- Kristine Totanes
Leadership Daytona Alumni may purchase advance admission for $15. Advance general admission is $20. Don’t wait until the day of the event because all admission on Thursday, August 25 will be $30.
The Elevate Daytona Beach planning committee is grateful for the support of our Presenting Sponsor, AdventHealth, as well as our Inspiration Sponsor, ICI Homes. For more information or to purchase your admission, visit ElevateDaytonaBeach.com today.
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UPCOMING EVENTS - WORKFORCE & INNOVATION
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Elevate Daytona Beach
Thursday, August 25 - 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
News-Journal Center (221 N. Beach St., 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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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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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council Involvement
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Interested in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives regarding the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce? Spots are available on our DEI Council and we are seeking motivated Chamber members who are passionate about making a difference in the community.
As part of the DEI Council, members are engaged in conversations, conceptions and decision making about the DEI initiatives of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Contact Samantha Crouch, Vice President of Small Business Development to get involved. Your voice matters!
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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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Join Our High-Performing Team
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The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce is looking for someone interested in making an impact on our community to join our team as Program Manager. Providing support and coordination for Daytona Regional Chamber events, this position is an entry-level opportunity with room to grow for the right candidate. Attention to detail, ambition, computer literacy, and the willingness to be a team player are some of the characteristics and skills a successful Program Manager must possess.
If you or someone you know is self-motivated, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and likes having no two days be the same, then forward a resume and letter of interest to Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development.
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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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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 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.
Early Bird Registration for Daytona Regional Chamber member is $20. Early bird registration deadline is August 28th. Beginning August 29th general admission will be 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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Governor DeSantis Initiatives - Teacher Recruitment
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Governor DeSantis introduced three new initiatives to recruit teachers in Florida this week. The three new proposals will be introduced in the 2023 legislative session, starting in March. The goal of the initiatives will be to increase new teachers in Florida.
Read more in the Advocacy Blog below.
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Cast Your Vote at HobNob 2022
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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.
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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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