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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?

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