Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
Developing a Three-Year Financial Forecast
June 26, 2023
SCORE Volusia/Flagler is hosting a webinar designed to show small-business owners how to estimate monthly sales and expenses utilizing a free SCORE forecasting template.
Workforce Updates
Should You Claim the Employee Retention Credit?
June 26, 2023
Small businesses looking to take advantage of the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) must first assess whether it is appropriate for them to pursue.
Tourism Updates
CoolCraft Summer Kickoffs in West Volusia
June 26, 2023
Organized by the West Volusia Tourism Advertising Authority, the second annual CoolCraft Summer has kicked off featuring 17 “CoolCrafter” artisans who have poured their hearts into crafting the finest CoolCraft refreshments.
Grants & Funding
Hello Alice Small Business Growth Fund – Round Two
June 26, 2023
APPLICATION CLOSES JULY 21 @ 6 PM - Hello Alice – in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network and with funding from Etsy and Progressive – is providing small-business owners the capital they need to make their next move through the Small Business Growth Fund.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
U.S. Chamber's Doing Business with Big Business
June 19, 2023
In the next edition of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Strategy Studio, explore the ins and outs of working with big businesses as a small business owner.
Award Programs
Ready to Put Your Company in the Spotlight?
June 19, 2023
Applications are now open for the 13th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch (FLCW). GrowFL FLCW recognizes growing second-stage companies headquartered in Florida.
Workforce Updates
E-Verify Changes Begin July 1 – Is Your Business Impacted?
June 19, 2023
A new law in Florida is set to impact private employers significantly, making it mandatory for those with at least 25 employees to utilize E-Verify as part of their onboarding process by July 1, 2023, to avoid penalties.
Innovation & Technology
Attention Fintech Startups: Visa Everywhere Initiative 2023 Competition
June 19, 2023
APPLICATION CLOSES JUNE 26 - The Visa Everywhere Initiative 2023 competition is an opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative fintech startups to the world and provides a premier global platform to demonstrate ground-breaking solutions.
Workforce Updates
Volusia County Division of Corrections Workforce Re-entry Program
June 19, 2023
The Volusia County Division of Corrections’ (VCDoC) Re-entry Program is dedicated to creating job opportunities for individuals being released from its facilities.
Grants & Funding
Famous Amos Ingredients for Success Grant
June 14, 2023
APPLICATION CLOSES JUNE 25 - Ingredients for Success is a grant and mentorship program awarding $50,000 to each of three entrepreneurs. Famous Amos launched the initiative in honor of the brand’s founder, Wally Amos, to create pathways for Black business owners to thrive.
