Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Economic Scene
Volusia County Declared as Federal Disaster Area as a Result of Hurricane Nicole
December 19, 2022
President Joe Biden has officially declared Volusia County, along with other counties in Florida, as a federal disaster area resulting from Hurricane Nicole.
Business News & Resources
Stetson Named A 'Green College' By Princeton Review
December 13, 2022
The Princeton Review has named Stetson University to its Guide to Green Colleges for the seventh time.
Tech Topics
FPL Synapse Partnership Supports Innovators
December 13, 2022
Startup founders have another reason to anxiously await an upcoming local pitch competition, as America’s largest electric utility is contributing $75,000 in prize money.
Aerospace/Aviation Updates
Volusia County Startup Takes 3D Printing to the Next Level
December 13, 2022
A game-changing idea born at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) promises faster, more environmentally benign production of lightweight, high-quality aircraft and rocket parts, biomedical implants, and a host of other consumer products.
Industry News & Updates
R&D Tax Credit for Manufacturers Webinar
December 13, 2022
FloridaMakes is providing a free webinar from noon to 1 p.m. Dec. 13 for manufacturers to learn how the R&D Tax Credit can reduce your tax liability.
Business News & Resources
Downtown Office Downturn?
December 13, 2022
In an article published by Business Insider, author Emil Skandul explores the impact of the pandemic on office-centric downtowns.
Grants & Funding
SBA To Offer Disaster Loans with No Interest and No Payments for First Year
December 13, 2022
The Small Business Administration (SBA) will waive the interest rate for the first year on new disaster loans and extend the initial payment deferment period automatically to 12 months.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
Certifying Your Business Webinar
December 13, 2022
Entrepreneurs and experts will share their perspectives on the importance of and utility of becoming a certified business
Disaster Preparedness
Was Your Home Deemed Unhabitable Due to Hurricane Ian?
December 06, 2022
The Florida Department of Emergency Management will deploy travel trailers and recreational vehicles (RVs) to provide non-congregate shelter (NCS) to Volusia County residents whose homes are unhabitable as a result of Hurricane Ian.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
New Year, New Business Venture?
December 06, 2022
Has the time come for you to launch your new business?