Enhance your reach by meeting with other Daytona Regional Chamber members at an Open Regional Business Connections Group meeting this Wednesday. Read all about it, and register online, in the Business Development & Community Awareness section.
Be in the know about your local candidates running for office by attending this week's Eggs & Issues. See the roster of candidates in the Advocacy & Economic Prosperity section.
A unique opportunity for professional development, Leadership Daytona Class XLII applications are now open. Learn more in Workforce & Innovation.
Do you know of a deserving business or individual that has gone above and beyond in the community? Nominations are now being accepted for the Annual Awards Luncheon. Learn more in Organizational Excellence & Growth.
You can also access The Edge, and all the great information shared here, in your member portal!
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Welcome New Daytona Regional Chamber Members |
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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Connections over Coffee: Open RBC Group Meets Wednesday |
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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.
Join us for this connecting opportunity this Wednesday, June 8 from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber offices. There is no fee to attend, but advanced registration is required.
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Business-to-Business Connections at the Mega Mixer Event |
The Volusia County Chamber Alliance's Mega Mixer presented by Adams, Cameron & Co. Realtors and Volusia County Economic Development is back. Scheduled for this Thursday, June 9 from 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m., the event will take place at the Mori Hosseini Student Center at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Thank you to our Reception Sponsors, CareerSource Flagler Volusia and Daytona Beach Gary Yeomans Ford.
The Mega Mixer is an exhibition of local businesses showcasing and demonstrating their products and services to the public. It is also a great forum for networking because the event offers free admission, is open to the public to attend, and will draw from all over the region.
Attendees receive free admission with a business card, and advanced registration is recommended, but not required.
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Congratulations to the Beauty Lounge - Ribbon Cutting Event |
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Congratulations to the Beauty Lounge on your successful Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!
Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors, friends, family, clients and local dignitaries joined together last week to celebrate the opening of the newest beauty service provider in Daytona Beach, The Beauty Lounge. Owner Jordan and her team of professionals are eager to meet more of the community, and invite you to stop in for a range of services.
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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Events & Program Registration - Did You Know? |
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One of the many benefits of your Daytona Regional Chamber membership is access to various events and programs at special member pricing.
To ensure you receive the member rate for each event, log in with your member profile username and password.
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UPCOMING EVENTS - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNITY AWARENESS |
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Open Regional Business Connections Group Meeting
Wednesday, June 8 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce (126 E. Orange Avenue, Daytona Beach)
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Volusia County Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer
Thursday, June 9 - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Mori Hosseini Student Center (610 Aerospace Blvd., Daytona Beach)
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June Eggs & Issues: County Council Candidate Forum, Part 1 |
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Join us for the first of two special Eggs & Issues programs sponsored by Halifax Health and Teledyne Marine, featuring Candidate Forums for those running for Volusia County Council. Being held at Halifax River Yacht Club on Thursday, June 9 from 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., this is the premier event for discussion of public and legislative affairs in the Daytona Beach region.
Candidates participating in the forum are:
- Andy Kelly
- David Santiago
- David Sosa
- Douglas Petit
- Jake Johansson
- Sherrise Boyd
- Victor Ramos
Candidates for the seats of District 5 and At Large will have an opportunity to share their priorities and inform attendees of their vision for Volusia County. July's Eggs & Issues will feature part 2 of the County Council Candidate Forum focusing on Districts 2, 3, and 4.
General admission will be available for $24. Future members admission is $40 regardless of the registration date.
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With Florida’s insurance market in crisis and the failure to pass any property insurance reforms during the 2022 regular legislative session, there was no surprise that another special session was in the crosshairs in 2022. How did we get here, and is Florida really in a crisis regarding property insurance?
Click the picture below to read more.
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The Importance of Effective Advocacy |
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Want to be in the know on political issues affecting your business? Need the inside scoop on how your organization could be impacted by regulations at the local, county, and state levels? Need a reminder of an upcoming Advocacy event? As the Chamber of Influence in the region, the Daytona Regional Chamber will send you special advocacy-related communications to keep you informed. Advocating for your business is a cornerstone of our work. |
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Eggs & Issues: Volusia County Council Candidate Forum, Part 1
Thursday, June 9 - 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Halifax River Yacht Club (331 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach)
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Leadership Daytona, Class XLII Applications Now Open |
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The Leadership Daytona program is designed for our community’s active leaders. The three-month course features classes about current issues facilitated by high-level community leaders combining interactive situations and information into their presentations, and an MBA-style case study from a local CEO for the class to solve.
Applications are now open, and will be accepted through Friday, July 1 at noon.
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Alumni Council Morning Mingle |
Leadership Daytona Alumni are invited to an opportunity to connect with former classmates as well as get to know other alums when the Leadership Daytona Alumni Council hosts a Morning Mingle on Tuesday, June 14, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. We will meet at Daytona State College in Building 140, Room 311.
Featuring great fellowship, engaging conversation, and light refreshments, the Morning Mingle is open to Leadership Daytona Alumni at no charge, however an RSVP is required to ensure proper planning.
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Hiring Qualified Talent Through the Employer Connections Portal |
The Daytona Regional Chamber is proud to collaborate with Volusia Flagler SHRM, CareerSource Flagler Volusia, and Volusia County Schools to offer a workshop on the Employer Connections Portal on Thursday, June 23 from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. The hiring challenges being seen in our region and beyond have highlighted the need for a sound, long-term talent and workforce development strategy.
The Employer Connections Portal is an extension of the YouScience program that has been implemented in Volusia County Schools with support from the Daytona Regional Chamber and CareerSource FV. It will help students discover which local businesses match with their career pathways as they uncover their innate abilities in YouScience.
This workshop is designed for the human resources and/or hiring managers in your organization. There is no cost to attend, however an RSVP is required and seating is limited. Register today to begin identifying talent earlier and with more precision. The future of our workforce is being prepared today in our local schools.
You can show them the pathway to a successful career right here in their own community.
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UPCOMING EVENTS - WORKFORCE & INNOVATION |
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Leadership Daytona Alumni Council Morning Mingle
Tuesday, June 14 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Daytona State College (Building 140, Room 311)
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Employer Connections Portal Workshop
Thursday, June 23 - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
CareerSource Flagler Volusia (329 Bill France Blvd., Daytona Beach)
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Thursday, August 25
News-Journal Center (221 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach)
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Time To Recognize a Deserving Business or Individual |
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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 recognition, 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. Mark your calendars now.
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VYPG Young Professional of the Year Award
The Young Professional of the Year Award recognizes the achievements of a young professional in the Volusia County area. This award is presented to an individual who demonstrates a high level of leadership, strong community involvement and commitment to local business and personal growth. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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Marvin Samuels Memorial Leadership Award
Presented each year, the Marvin Samuels Memorial Leadership Award recognizes an individual who has gone ‘above and beyond’ in serving this community. Nominees must be current members of the Leadership Daytona Alumni Council. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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Small Business of the Year Award
The objective of this award is to recognize and honor businesses who have demonstrated exemplary “Best Practices.” Nominated businesses must complete the Small Business of the Year Award application to be considered. Businesses with 20 or less employees are considered Small Businesses. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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Nonprofit of the Year Award
This award is to recognize and honor a local 501(c)3 nonprofit (must be a Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce member) that has demonstrated exemplary “Best Practices.” The nonprofit must be in operation for a minimum of 3 years. The complete list of eligibility criteria is listed on the application.
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Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce | daytonachamber.com
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