Things to Do

Ribbon Cutting

Make plans to join the Chamber Ambassadors as they celebrate the ribbon cutting ceremony of the following business:

• Anora Integrative Health and Aesthetics - May 15

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Business After Hours: May 20

Join us for a joint Business After Hours with the City of Daytona Beach at the beautiful and historic Peabody Auditorium. Bring those business cards and get ready for an evening of networking and fun.

For more information, please contact Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development, at 386.523.3675 or ken@daytonachamber.com.

B.O.O.S.T. Small Business Training: May 29

QuickBooks for business owners is the topic for the May small business training. Kathy Grosskurth will lead our second session that will help business owners and managers better understand how to oversee the person or company who is working in QuickBooks. 

For more information, please contact Kelly Amy, Director of Member Engagement & Communications at 386.229.5759 or kelly@daytonachamber.com.

Brew & Build: May 30

Join us for Brew & Build, a dynamic networking event designed to connect members and prospective members while providing valuable business insights. Board member Shelley Sloan, Marketing Director with Tanger Daytona Beach, will host the May event. Expert Presenter Randy Barnett, Sales Manager with SERVPRO of North Daytona Beach/Ormond Beach, will provide important disaster preparation tips.

For more information, please contact Lori McMullin, Director of Membership Sales & Business Development, at 386.223.3680 or lori@daytonachamber.com.

Business Impact Council Presents: SCORE: June 3

"Business Impact Council presents" will bring local organizations to the Daytona Regional Chamber to assist member businesses. The first date will feature representatives from SCORE. This is a member only program that will allow for one-one-one meetings on a first-come, first-served basis with no appointment necessary. If you would like to meet with SCORE reps for help with a challenge or question facing your business, drop in between

9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.



For more information, please contact Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development, at 386.523.3675 or ken@daytonachamber.com.

Leadership Daytona Reunion: June 18

The next Leadership Daytona Reunion will focus on economic development throughout the Daytona Beach region. Leadership Daytona Alumni will learn about recent growth and recruitment efforts as well as the methods used to market the area. Expert panelists include Cyrus Callum, Volusia County; Jeff Brown, City of Daytona Beach; and Tywan Arrington, Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation. Held in the Dennis McGee Room at the Daytona Beach International Airport, the event will begin with check-in and networking from 3:30-4:00pm followed by the program and panel discussion from 4:00-5:00pm. 

For more information, please contact Ken Phelps, Vice President of Resource Development, at 386.523.3675 or ken@daytonachamber.com.

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Campaign School & Community Leadership Training: May 13-14

Thinking about running for office or getting involved in your community?

Join the Florida Institute for Political Leadership’s Training School & Community Leadership Training – a free, non-partisan, two-part online training designed for future candidates, campaign staff, and engaged citizens.

Dates:

Tuesday, May 13 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET

Preparing to run & how to organize your campaign

Wednesday, May 14 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM ET

Fundraising & running your campaign

Open to everyone – no cost to attend!

Learn from state and local political experts, elected officials, professors, and community leaders.

Register now: www.FIPL.org/Register

Questions? Email: info@fipl.org

Proudly co-hosted by the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce and partners across Florida.

Leadership Daytona Class XLV Application is Now Available!

Inspiration. Connections. Transformation. Are you ready to lead?

Join the area's premier leadership development program and join a powerful network of changemakers, professionals, and community champions who help shape the future of the Greater Daytona Region!

Click HERE for the application. Completed applications are due June 30, 2025, by noon.

For more information, please contact Janet Kersey, Executive VP & COO, at 386.523.3676 or janet@daytonachamber.com.

2025 Florida Prosperity & Economic Opportunity Solution Summit: May 29

Be a part of solutions to secure prosperity for ALL Floridians. This event will be hosted at the famous Daytona International Speedway. Join fellow leaders by sponsoring this important program. For further information or to discuss a customized sponsorship package, contact Brady Bosarge at BBosarge@flchamber.com or 850-521-1258.

Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer: June 5

You won't want to miss the annual Volusia County Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer, on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Mori Hosseini Student Union Center.

All 5 Volusia County Chambers of Commerce in the Alliance welcome our members, and the public to join us for a free business expo and networking mixer from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Registration for tables is now available! Click HERE to reserve your spot today!

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Congratulations to The Bradley on the completion of their beautiful property.

Jim Murley, TD Bank, presented during the Wednesday RBC.

The May Eggs & Issues was well attended and gave attendees the opportunity to network and to hear from Florida D.O.T. Secretary Jared Perdue.

Ernie Hamilton from the Children's Home Society used the "heads down" room in between meetings.

Serving Volusia and Flagler Counties

SCORE provides free and confidential one-on-one business counseling by phone, email, and in-person in Volusia and Flagler counties. We also conduct workshops for both start-up entrepreneurs and seasoned small business owners.

Watch free on-demand educational sessions from the National Small Business Week Virtual Summit. Gain practical tips and insights to help improve your business and guide your entrepreneurial journey.