Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Grants & Funding
Ladies Who Launch Grant & Mentorship Program
March 13, 2023
APPLICATION CLOSES MARCH 31 - The Ladies Who Launch Program provides women and nonbinary small business owners capital through a $10,000 grant, mentorship from industry experts, and six months of free education that supports them on their unique journeys.
Business News & Resources
Florida’s State Small Business Credit Initiative Webinar
March 13, 2023
Businesses, lenders and investors can learn how to access $142 million in new capital to fuel small business growth in Florida.
Job Fairs
REMINDER: Southeast Volusia Manufacturing & Technology Coalition Job Fair
March 13, 2023
Are you seeking employees for your manufacturing/technology business? The Southeast Volusia Manufacturing & Technology Coalition (SEVMTC) – in partnership with CareerSource Flagler Volusia and the cities of New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater and Oak Hill – is hosting a job fair from 3 to 7 p.m. March 22.
Job Fairs
FitUSA Job Fair Happening Mar. 18
March 13, 2023
FitUSA Manufacturing, a veteran-owned manufacturer of high-end custom athletic and performance wear, professional sports jerseys, uniforms, and custom products is hosting a job fair from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Mar. 18 at its new Deland location at 801 E. International Speedway Blvd.
Workforce Updates
What is the Work Opportunity Tax Credit?
March 13, 2023
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit available to employers who invest in American job seekers who have consistently faced barriers to employment such as qualified veterans, ex-felons, long-term family assistance recipients or long-term unemployment recipients.
Categories
SBA Disaster Loans Still Available for Hurricanes Ian & Nicole
March 10, 2023
Businesses affected by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole still have time to apply for disaster assistance loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA).
Events, Expos & Trade Shows
2023 West Volusia Economic Forum
March 06, 2023
The West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce will host the 2023 West Volusia Economic Forum from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 5.
Entrepreneur Resources
VBR Presentation at 1 Million Cups
March 06, 2023
Join Volusia County Division of Economic Development Business Specialist Katrina Friel at 1 Million Cups for a presentation on Volusia Business Resources (VBR), a collaboration of local area economic development stakeholders responding to the needs of Volusia County businesses.
Grants & Funding
WomensNet Food & Beverage Grant Opportunity
March 06, 2023
APPLICATION CLOSES MARCH 31 - Are you a woman-owned food and beverage business?
Aerospace/Aviation Updates
Space Florida and Florida First Capital Finance Corporation Partnership
March 06, 2023
Florida First Capital Finance Corporation (FFC) and Space Florida announced a strategic partnership to help develop and grow Florida’s vital space/aerospace supply chain businesses.
