Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Economic Scene
FL DEO Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Gauge Impact of Hurricane Nicole
November 16, 2022
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced the activation of the Business Damage Assessment Survey to gauge the impact of Hurricane Nicole on Florida businesses.
Tech Topics
Is Digital Technology A Catalyst for Small Business Growth?
November 16, 2022
In its article Empowering Small Business: The Impact of Technology on U.S. Small Business, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce discusses a recent study that found technology to be a significant driver of economic success for small businesses.
Workforce Updates
Florida Ranks No. 1 in Nation for Attracting and Developing Skilled Workforce
November 16, 2022
The Sunshine State has been named No. 1 in the U.S. for attracting and developing a skilled workforce by the global leader in labor market analytics, Lightcast.
Workforce Updates
Happy Annual National Apprenticeship Week
November 16, 2022
This week, we celebrate the importance of apprenticeship nationwide during National Apprenticeship Week (NAW).
Business News & Resources
Be Heard! Help Us Shape Tomorrow’s Business Programs
November 16, 2022
You can help us ensure that emerging business needs get recognized and business assistance resources have the right focus by completing the 2022 Volusia Business Resources Annual Business Survey.
Economic Scene
Hello Alice Small Business Growth Fund Grant
November 16, 2022
APPLICATION CLOSED - Hello Alice is offering businesses an opportunity to apply for the Small Business Growth Fund grant in its fourth round of grants.
Economic Scene
Keep It Local Business Fund Microgrants for Small Business
November 16, 2022
APPLICATION CLOSED - The Nextdoor Kind Foundation has partnered with the NAACP and Hello Alice to offer $5,000 microgrants to entrepreneurs of color across the U.S. through its Keep it Local Business Fund.
Economic Scene
Watch the Volusia Business Resources Week Sessions
November 07, 2022
In case you missed it, Volusia Business Resources (VBR) Week featured lunch and learn sessions where business owners could meet their VBR partner pros that can provide resources and services to help businesses succeed in Volusia County.
Business News & Resources
Florida Ranked # 7 in Nation for Favorable Business Climate
November 07, 2022
In its annual rating of “top business climates” in the nation, Site Selection Magazine has ranked the state of Florida number seven.
Agricultural News
41st Annual Volusia County Farm Tour Set for Nov. 18
November 07, 2022
As the silent engine of Volusia County’s economy, the agricultural industry creates jobs, feeds families and contributes more than $780 million to the local economy each year.
