Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Grants & Funding
Funding through the Florida State Small Business Credit Initiative
May 30, 2023
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has announced the first $40 million in loans to Florida small businesses through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).
Award Programs
2023 Central Florida Business Hall of Fame – Celebration of Business
May 30, 2023
The Small Business Development Program will host the 2023 Central Florida Business Hall of Fame event at 1 p.m. June 17.
Award Programs
GrowFL 'Florida Companies to Watch' Award Nominations Close June 6
May 30, 2023
Are you ready to shine a spotlight on the most exciting and dynamic growth companies in our community? Nominations will close May 31 for the 13th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch® awards program.
Events, Expos & Trade Shows
Volusia County Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer
May 30, 2023
It’s that time of year again! Mark your calendars for the annual Volusia County Chamber Alliance Mega Mixer from 4 to 7 p.m. June 8 at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Mori Hosseini Student Union Center.
Export Resources
US Commercial Service Webinar: CE Mark and EU Environmental Program
May 30, 2023
The CE mark program in Europe continues to change. New machine and medical device regulations, Brexit and coming new environmental rules will give U.S. exporters plenty to contend with.
Events, Expos & Trade Shows
DeLand Chamber Town Hall Meeting: Tallahassee Update
May 22, 2023
The DeLand & Greater West Volusia Chamber of Commerce will host a quarterly Town Hall Meeting focused on current topics and issues in local economic development in an educational and informative forum.
Webinars, Workshops & Forums
Volusia County Incubator WoW Fridays Military Entrepreneurs Event
May 22, 2023
Hosted by the Volusia County Business Incubator powered by UCF and part of the Wow Fridays educational workshop series, the “Military Entrepreneur Talks” panel discussion will feature two local veterans who have applied the military discipline to start and scale their businesses.
Grants & Funding
WomensNet Mental & Emotional Support Business Grant Opportunities
May 22, 2023
APPLICATION CLOSES MAY 31 - WomensNet is offering its monthly business specific grant for woman-owned mental & emotional support businesses or organizations.
Grants & Funding
Progressive® Driving Small Business Forward Fund Program
May 22, 2023
APPLICATION CLOSES JUNE 02 @ 6 PM - Progressive®, in partnership with Hello Alice, is accepting applications for its Driving Small Business Forward fund program, which is aimed at providing support to diverse small business owners across the country.
Economic Reports
ICYMI: Watch the May 19 “Q” Breakfast
May 22, 2023
In case you missed it, watch the Volusia County Economic Development Q1 2023 “Q” Breakfast.
