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The Leadership Daytona Reunion is sure to be one to remember. The June 18 event will be a great opportunity to catch up with fellow alumni and to hear from prominent community leaders.


Join us in congratulating two new businesses in our community that are hosting ribbon cutting ceremonies. PURe Joy Cat Cafe and Academic Oasis will be celebrating June 18 and June 21 respectively.


Reserve your spot at next week's Morning BREW, and Lunch with Leaders events. These exciting opportunities will fill up quickly, so don't delay.


It's time to think about who should be up on the stage for our October 29 Annual Awards Luncheon. The application and nomination forms have been posted to the website. Deadline for submission is August 1.


Guest columnist, Skip Lilly, takes a closer look at the Overtime Provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These changes are scheduled to go into effect Monday, July 1, 2024.


The mission of the Daytona Regional Chamber is to foster a strong economic and business environment and to serve as a platform through which our members and the entire business community can thrive. The upcoming programs and events mentioned are just a few examples of our mission in action. We wish you a productive week ahead.

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PURe Joy Cat Cafe Ribbon Cutting: June 18

Plan to join the Daytona Regional Chamber Ambassadors as we cut the ribbon for PURe Joy Cat Cafe in Daytona Beach June 18 at 10:00 a.m. 


Leadership Daytona Reunion: June 18

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood, Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young, and Volusia County Beach Safety Deputy Chief Aaron Jenkins headline the Leadership Daytona Reunion on Tuesday, June 18. If you have any questions, contact Ken Phelps, at 386.523.3675.


Academic Oasis Ribbon Cutting: June 21

Come out to celebrate the June 21 ribbon cutting for Academic Oasis in Ormond Beach.

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Morning BREW: June 25

Join us for the June 25 Morning BREW - Building the Region in Every Way. Command Medical Products LLC will be our host for this behind-the-scenes tour of their Ormond Beach plant.


Lunch with Leaders: June 27

J. Hyatt Brown, Chairman of Brown & Brown, Inc., will be the featured speaker at the June 27 Lunch with Leaders event. Registration for this event is limited. Sign up today to reserve your seat.

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2024 Annual Awards Applications: Available Now

Applications and nominations for the 2024 Annual Awards are now available on the Daytona Regional Chamber website. Small Business of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year, The Marvin Samuels Memorial Leadership Award, and the Young Professional of the Year will all be recognized at the October 29 Annual Awards Luncheon. Completed applications are due August 1.

Warmest Welcome to Our Newest Members

Congratulations on Your Membership Investment

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.

Eckerd Connects Family Services

Lunar Studio

Rytech Restoration of North Central Florida

Sky Light Roofing, Inc.

Apex Electrical Services, LLC

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Guest Column: Skip Lilly, Vision HR, Inc.

Update to Overtime Provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

The U.S. Department of Labor recently introduced an update to the Overtime Provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). These changes are scheduled to go into effect Monday, July 1, 2024. Here is the link to the Department of Labor stating the rule:


This change updates the overtime exemption requirements for executive, administrative, and professional employees. The update primarily impacts those employees who are currently classified as "exempt" and, therefore, are not entitled to receive overtime compensation. The most promoted change in the overtime regulations is the increase in the minimum salary required for overtime exemption, guaranteeing overtime protection for employees whose base earning are less than $844/week ($43,888/year).


The wage level is only part of the test to verify an exemption for an employee. The DOL also requires the employee to meet certain criteria depending on the exemption being claimed, whether it is Executive, Administrative, or Professional. If you have questions regarding the other criteria, consult a Human Resources professional to assist you in making that determination.

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Grow Your Business Today

The Volusia County incubator serves a wide variety of early-stage businesses. Located at the U.S. Customs terminal at Daytona Beach International Airport, this 9,600-square-foot modern facility features private offices, a spacious training room, conference rooms, shared office equipment, kitchen, and reception area.

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Volusia Young Professional Group


Ormond Garage will host the June 20 social. Plan to be there for an evening of networking.


Tickets are available for the VYPG 20th Anniversary Celebration that will be held August 15 at the Hard Rock Hotel. Don't miss this chance to recognize 20 years of VYPG's impact.

Volusia County Association for Responsible Development


VCARD is a unique not-for-profit which emphasizes education about responsible development. Becoming a member enables you to give input on topics for discussion. You can help shape programs and initiatives and be part of a positive impact. 

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Central Florida


Annual Installation Banquet

Join us for an evening of celebration and anticipation as we swear in our new board members and trustees, honor our year's achievements, and unveil exciting plans for the coming year.

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